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Fri, September 22, 2023 | 21:52

Gender bias issues worsen in Korean society: UNDP survey

Gender bias issues worsen in Korean society: UNDP survey

The United Nations Development Programme's (UNDP) latest survey showed, Monday, that Korean society holds a high and increasing level of bias in regard to gender social norms and gender equality.

Ko Dong-hwan | 2023-06-13 16:38

Korean diplomat referred to prosecution over sexual abuse case in New Zealand

Korean diplomat referred to prosecution over sexual abuse case in New Zealand

Police have referred a foreign ministry official to the prosecution for possible indictment on charges that he sexually abused a local embassy staffer when stationed in New Zealand in 2017, officials said Tuesday.

2023-06-13 14:57

Foreigners flock to North Chungcheong Province with new work visa

Foreigners flock to North Chungcheong Province with new work visa

Foreign migrants flocked to North Chungcheong Province faster than anticipated this year following the immigration authorities' policies to promote immigration, especially in regions with dwindling populations.

Ko Dong-hwan | 2023-06-12 16:57

[Reporter's Notebook] There's more to childcare than money

Reporter's NotebookThere's more to childcare than money

As a journalist and mother of a 17-month-old baby, I share the same concerns about childcare that many working moms grapple with every day. Then, I asked myself if I would be willing to hire a foreign nanny who will look after my son for a cheaper fee than a Korean one while I work, as the government is pursuing a pilot program to allow Southeast Asian domestic helpers to wor...

Jun Ji-hye | 2023-06-12 16:22

British 'Spider-man' under custody after reaching 72nd floor of Lotte World Tower with bare hands

British 'Spider-man' under custody after reaching 72nd floor of Lotte World Tower with bare hands

A British free climber was taken into custody Monday after reaching the 72nd floor of Korea's tallest skyscraper in Seoul by climbing up the outside with his bare hands, police said.

2023-06-12 14:47

Overcharging at rural festivals sparks concerns for tourism industry

Overcharging at rural festivals sparks concerns for tourism industry

Overcharging visitors to local festivals in rural townships has become an increasing headache for municipal authorities, raising concerns that it might worsen the country's regional tourism industries. The omen comes after the country approved offline events nationwide for the first time after the COVID-19 pandemic wore off last year with social distancing quarantine measures...

Ko Dong-hwan | 2023-06-12 08:21

Gwanghwamun's moonlight yoga eases city stress

Gwanghwamun's moonlight yoga eases city stress

The Seoul Metropolitan Government is launching a new series of evening yoga sessions for those seeking stress relief, fitness and peace.

Ko Dong-hwan | 2023-06-12 08:20

1 dead, 5 injured in lightning strike at Yangyang beach

1 dead, 5 injured in lightning strike at Yangyang beach

A 36-year-old man died Sunday after lightning knocked him unconscious at a beach in the eastern coastal town of Yangyang the previous day, according to police and fire officials.

2023-06-11 16:53

Lotte World ride comes to stop for 20 minutes, but all 33 rescued safely

Lotte World ride comes to stop for 20 minutes, but all 33 rescued safely

A ride at the Lotte World theme park in Seoul came to an abrupt stop Saturday night while carrying 33 people, but all were rescued safely about 20 minutes later, officials said.

2023-06-11 09:56

Korea sea salt demand grows ahead of Japan's Fukushima contaminated water release

Korea sea salt demand grows ahead of Japan's Fukushima contaminated water release

Ahead of Japan's planned release of contaminated wastewater from the wrecked Fukushima nuclear power plant in the summer, some Korean shoppers are buying salt and seafood in bulk to store at home, and retailers are stockpiling in fear of a supply shortage.

2023-06-10 20:30

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