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PHOTOS: Cho Kuk visits national cemetery following election as party leader
SEOUL, July 22 (AJU PRESS) - Former Justice Minister Cho Kuk visited the Seoul National Cemetery on Monday, following his election as the leader of the minor Rebuilding Korea Party on Saturday. Cho was the only candidate in the leadership election of the party, which he founded before the April parliamentary elections. He received an overwhelming 99.9 percent approval in a yes-or-no vote.
July 22, 2024 -
PHOTOS: Middle-aged job fair draws crowds
SEOUL, July 22 (AJU PRESS) - The 4050 Job Fair for middle-aged and senior job seekers was held at Dongdaemun Design Plaza in Seoul on Monday. Hosted by the Seoul Metropolitan Government and organized by the Seoul 50 Plus Foundation, the event featured more than 70 companies interested in hiring middle-aged and older workers, offering on-site interviews, job consulting, and various work experience programs.
July 22, 2024 -
PHOTOS: College fair offers admission guidance for prospective students
SEOUL, July 19 (AJU PRESS) - A two-day college fair for prospective students opened at KINTEX in Goyang, west of Seoul on Friday. With the slogan of "All University Admission Information in One Place," the fair provides comprehensive details about college admissions, requirements and other essential information for applicants and their parents. They can receive one-on-one counseling services directly from admission officers from various universities. The fair also provides opport
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PHOTOS: GO CAF showcases latest trends of camping and leisure products
SEOUL, July 19 (AJU PRESS) - A fair featuring outdoor products for camping and leisure activities kicked off its three-day run at SETEC in Gangnam, southern Seoul, on Friday. Now in its 12th year, the Global Outdoor Camping & Leisure Sports Fair (GO CAF) - the largest of its kind - displays a wide range of outdoor brands, from camping vehicles to equipment, recreation gear, and more. Anyone who loves camping and other outdoor activities is encouraged to visit and explore the latest ind
July 19, 2024 -
PHOTOS: Koreans pay respects to Marine killed in flood rescue operation one year ago
SEOUL, July 19 (AJU PRESS) - Koreans paid their tributes on Friday to Marine Cpl. Chae Su-geun, who died during flood relief operations one year ago. He was swept away by a torrent in a stream during a search operation for civilians missing amid heavy rains on July 19, 2023. Politicians, military personnel, and citizens paid their respects at his grave at the National Cemetery in Daejeon and other memorial places, including one set up by former marines in central Seoul. The military’
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PHOTOS: Students explore diverse careers at Seoul fair
SEOUL, July 18 (AJU PRESS) - The 2024 Seoul Career Fair is now underway at Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) from Wednesday to Friday. Visitors can explore and experience various career paths in the annual event which was launched 2011.
July 18, 2024 -
PHOTOS: Exhibition explores enigmatic world of cats in human history
SEOUL, July 18 (AJU PRESS) - The exhibition "Cat-ch Me If You Can" is being held at the National Folk Museum from May 3 to August 18, exploring the connection and coexistence between humans and cats through over 60 historical and contemporary artifacts, including literature, paintings, photographs, and interviews related to cats. "The exhibition aims to showcase how cats, which have interacted with humans since ancient times, have become even more integrated into our lives in m
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VISUALS: Defectors discuss arts, education in North Korea
SEOUL, July 17 (AJU PRESS) - "Talk Concert with North Korean Defector Artists - North Korean Culture and Arts" was held at the National Folk Museum of Korea in central Seoul on Wednesday. Professor Jeon Young-sun of Konkuk University gave a lecture on the changes in North Korean culture and arts, followed by a talk concert with famous North Korean defector artists Jung Yu-na, a broadcaster, and Park Yu-sung, a filmmaker. They shared interesting stories about cultural education in
July 17, 2024 -
PHOTOS: Veterans denounce opposition party for disparaging remarks about military
SEOUL, July 17 (AJU PRESS) - Retired military personnel took to the streets in Yeouido, Seoul, on Wednesday to protest what they called insults from opposition politicians towards the armed forces. Despite heavy rain, veterans, including retired generals, gathered for a rally in front of the headquarters of the opposition Democratic Party, condemning its members for allegedly making disparaging remarks about the military, especially regarding the 2010 sinking of the South Korean warship Cheon
July 17, 2024 -
PHOTOS: Seoul apartment prices rise fastest in nearly six years
SEOUL, July 16 (AJU PRESS) - Apartment prices in Seoul have risen for the 16th consecutive week, marking the sharpest increase in nearly six years, according to the state-run Kore Real Estate Board. As of the second week of July, prices climbed 0.24 percent from the previous week, the highest weekly gain since 2018. The average price per square meter for new apartments in Seoul has surpassed 40 million won, a 31 percent increase compared to the same period last year.
July 16, 2024
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S-Oil signs MOU with T'way Air for sustainable aviation fuel supply
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Korea's imports of Chinese EVs surpass 1 trillion won
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Hanwha Ocean commits to strengthening workplace safety following worker fatalities
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PHOTOS: Indian Embassy teases upcoming festival
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Taihan Cable wins first U.S. HVDC contract
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GS Caltex exports commercial-scale bio aviation fuel to Japan
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Samsung launching AI-based washer-dryer in Peru, Argentina
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USFK nominee warns of North Korean missile threats
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India's expanding medical device market presents opportunities for global companies
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UN reports Myanmar junta killed 5,350 civilians since 2021 coup