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Foreign students flock to Seoul, shunning provincial universities
SEOUL, June 24 (AJU PRESS) - Foreign students are increasingly choosing Seoul and surrounding areas for their studies in Korea, according to a report released by the Korean Council for University Education (KCUE) on Monday. The influx is further exacerbating the country's ongoing issue of urban concentration, with nearly half of the population now residing in the capital region. According to the Bank of Korea, more than 40 percent of Korea's population lives in the Seoul met
June 24, 2024 -
Samsung launches Olympic outdoor campaign in Paris
SEOUL, June 24 (AJU PRESS) - Samsung Electronics has launched its Olympic outdoor advertising in Paris, building anticipation for the 2024 Games one month before their opening. The Korean tech giant announced Monday the campaign, featuring its Olympic message, "Open Always Wins," is on display at iconic Parisian locations such as Opéra Garnier and La Défense. The advertisements also highlight breaking, a new Olympic sport for 2024, along with its Galaxy Z
June 24, 2024 -
Opinion: why Kim-Putin deal is coded message aimed at China and how it worries Beijing
SEOUL, June 24 (AJU PRESS) - The Russian president, Vladimir Putin, paid a visit to Pyongyang this week and signed a defense pact with reclusive North Korean leader, Kim Jong-un, as he looks for new allies who can help him increase Russia's supply of munitions for the war in Ukraine. As part of this mutual aid deal, the two leaders promised that each country will come to the defense of the other if attacked. Kim also promised North Korea's full support for Putin's invasi
June 24, 2024 -
PHOTOS: Unification Culture Festival opens in central Seoul
SEOUL, June 21 (AJU PRESS) - The Unification Culture Festival opened at Cheonggye Plaza in Jongno, Seoul, on Friday for a two-day run. Organized by the Ministry of Unification, the cultural event aims to raise public interest in national unification. The festival will feature various programs, including performances by North Korean defectors, concerts by indie bands, a water percussion event and magic shows. An awards ceremony, honoring individuals who have contributed to unification ef
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PHOTOS: Summer solstice marks longest daylight hours of the year
SEOUL, June 21 (AJU PRESS) - June 21 was this year's summer solstice, marking the longest daylight hours of the year. Following this event, the sun rises higher, increasing daylight hours and leading to hotter weather. The temperature in Seoul reached 34 degrees Celsius that day.
June 21, 2024 -
Emart discounts pork belly amid consumer outrage over price hikes
SEOUL, June 21 (AJU PRESS) - Amid consumer outrage over recent spikes in the prices of samgyeopsal (pork belly), Emart, a leading South Korean retailer, announced a promotion involving a sharp price cut on the meat on Friday. The campaign, running until July 7, offers discounts of up to 40 percent on a total of 500 tons of pork products. From Friday to June 30, domestic refrigerated pork belly and neck meat will be available at 1,000 won ($0.77) less than regular prices, bring
June 21, 2024 -
PHOTOS: Art exhibitions held in Gangnam
SEOUL, June 20 (AJU PRESS) - Art Festa Seoul 2024 opened at the SETEC convention center in Gangnam, Seoul on Thursday for a four-day run, featuring around 2,000 artworks from 50 domestic galleries. Visitors can purchase works by emerging artists selected through an open call at affordable prices. The 6th Korea Minhwa Art Fair also opened at SETEC that day. The fair showcases Korean folk paintings and various cultural products. A special booth introduces Indian folk paintings. It will also run u
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Weak yen draws more Korean travelers to Japan
SEOUL, June 21 (AJU PRESS) - The weak Japanese yen has attracted over 10 million Korean travelers to Japan during the first five months of this year, up about 46 percent compared to the same period last year. According to data released by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport on Friday, some 10.26 million people traveled to the island country between January and May, up 46.2 percent from last year's 6.95 million. The figure is the highest ever recorded since the m
June 21, 2024 -
Putin warns S. Korea providing weapons to Ukraine would be 'very big mistake'
SEOUL, June 21 (AJU PRESS) - Russian President Vladimir Putin warned Thursday that South Korea would be making a "very big mistake" if it opted to supply weapons to Ukraine. The warning came after South Korea said it is reviewing its options regarding providing weaponry to Kyiv, hinting a potential shift in its stance on the ongoing war in Ukraine. After Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un signed a defense pact during their summit in Pyongyang on Wednesday, South Kor
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Game developer vows action against NewJeans character harassment
SEOUL, June 21 (AJU PRESS) - ADOR, the agency behind the K-pop girl group NewJeans, and Krafton, the developer of the video game "PUBG: Battlegrounds," have warned of stern actions in response to incidents of sexual harassment targeting in-game characters based on the band members. Krafton, in collaboration with ADOR, released an update to the popular battle royale game on June 12, featuring NewJeans-themed content and items. While playing the game, some users rece
June 21, 2024
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Nuclear-powered U.S. submarine docks in Busan
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Armed attackers strike Thailand wildlife sanctuary, abduct four staff members
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Biden urges doing everything to avoid escalating Middle East tensions
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Gulf states pour billions into Silicon Valley AI startups
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Indian government issues final warning to Maoist rebels
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Viet Nam's VinFast reports widening losses despite revenue growth in second quarter
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India to triple nuclear power capacity by 2032
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Japan admits destroyer entered Chinese waters, relieves captain
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China's maternal and child health indicators show continued improvement
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Heavy rain in quake-hit Japan leaves 6 dead, 10 missing