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Fri, September 22, 2023 | 20:31

Asan Medical Center orthopedic surgeon elected as member of executive committee of SICOT

Asan Medical Center orthopedic surgeon elected as member of executive committee of SICOT

Prof. Jeon In-ho of the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Asan Medical Center was elected as a member of executive committee and vice president of the International Society of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology (SICOT), representing Asia Pacific Region. The term of office is for two years starting from September this year.

2023-09-22 17:22

Surveillance cameras to be mandatory in hospital operating rooms from next week

Surveillance cameras to be mandatory in hospital operating rooms from next week

Hospitals will be required to install surveillance cameras in operating rooms and record surgery procedures at the request of patients starting next week, the health ministry said Friday.

2023-09-22 17:08

Seoul invites ambassadors to introduce new halal foods in Korea

Seoul invites ambassadors to introduce new halal foods in Korea

The Seoul Metropolitan Government hosted an event with ambassadors from Asian and Middle Eastern countries to showcase halal foods reinterpreted by a Korean chef, Tuesday.

2023-09-21 16:54

Eight workers injured in collapse of concert structure

Eight workers injured in collapse of concert structure

Eight workers were injured Wednesday when a 40-meter structure for a concert stage collapsed during construction in high winds in the city of Hanam, just east of Seoul.

2023-09-20 21:02

Foreign ministry asks Japan to investigate case of Korean poisoned with bleach in Tokyo

Foreign ministry asks Japan to investigate case of Korean poisoned with bleach in Tokyo

The Korean government has requested Japanese authorities to conduct a swift and fair investigation into a case where a Korean national was served water containing bleach at a restaurant in Tokyo.

Lee Hyo-jin | 2023-09-20 16:57

Municipal councilor found dead in Gimpo

Municipal councilor found dead in Gimpo

A municipal councilor in the city of Gimpo, west of Seoul, was found dead on a street in the city Wednesday, police said.

2023-09-20 15:11

Delegates from 48 cities to gather in Seoul for mayoral forum

Delegates from 48 cities to gather in Seoul for mayoral forum

Mayors and delegations from nearly 50 cities around the world will gather in Seoul later this week for a summit to discuss ways to create more livable and sustainable cities, according to the Seoul Metropolitan Government.

Lee Hyo-jin | 2023-09-20 13:49

Seoul to showcase smart city vision globally

Seoul to showcase smart city vision globally

The Seoul Metropolitan Government will host three global events from Sept. 25 to 26 to highlight its smart city vision. According to the city government, Sunday, the events will feature the Seoul Smart City Prize, the Seoul City Forum and the sixth general meeting of world smart sustainable cities organization WeGO.

Jung Da-hyun | 2023-09-20 13:17

Seoul plans to build Jamsil Sports MICE Complex

Seoul plans to build Jamsil Sports MICE Complex

The Seoul Metropolitan Government announced a plan to construct Jamsil Sports MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions) Complex including a domed stadium in southeastern Seoul's Jamsil by 2031. The urban development plan was unveiled while Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon was on a visit to Canada and the United States.

Jung Da-hyun | 2023-09-20 07:34

Seoul unveils lineup for Art Festival Seoul 2023

Seoul unveils lineup for Art Festival Seoul 2023

Art Festival Seoul, showcasing a diverse range of art performances and works, is set to kick off on Saturday, according to the Seoul Metropolitan Government, Tuesday. The event will run until Oct. 22. Art Festival Seoul, introduced last fall, is an art festival brand of the Seoul Foundation for Arts and Culture (SFAC). It brings together prominent art festivals in Seoul at th...

Jung Da-hyun | 2023-09-19 16:35

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