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PHOTOS: Korea hopes to end Olympics on high note
SEOUL, August 7 (AJU PRESS) - With the Summer Olympics in Paris winding down, Korean athletes continue to strive for more medals. Korea now sets its sights on adding medals in golf and high jump which begin this week. Earlier in the week, badminton player An Se-young won gold in the women's singles, dominating the final match against He Bingjiao of China to win her first Olympic medal. After her triumph, she claimed in a post-victory interview that her knee injury had been poorly handl
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PHOTOS: Abandoned railway transforms into urban forest park
SEOUL, AUGUST 7 (AJU PRESS) - The Gyeongui Line Forest Park near Hongdae, Seoul's popular youth hotspot, offers a green sanctuary in one of Asia's most dynamic metropolises. The 6.3-km-long park was developed between 2011 and 2016 by transforming a section of railway after the line was moved underground. The project resulted in a landmark park where residents and visitors can enjoy a brief respite from the city.
August 7, 2024 -
PHOTOS: Seoul's pop-up store street faces growing trash problem
SEOUL, August 7 (AJU PRESS) - Seongsu-dong has emerged as Seoul's new hotspot for pop-up stores. These temporary shops, which operate briefly before closing, have become a major attraction for visitors. However, they also face significant environmental challenges. The transient nature of pop-up stores often means that recyclable construction materials are not used. The packaging waste generated by these stores also contributes to the growing trash problem. The influx of tourists exacer
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PHOTOS: Farmers protest falling rice prices
SEOUL, August 6 (AJU PRESS) — Farmers gathered in front of Seoul Station on August 6 to protest falling rice prices. The rally, organized by the National Farmers' Federation, called for the resignation of President Yoon Suk Yeol, accusing him of failing to guarantee rice prices. Rice prices dropped to 179,516 won per 80 kilogram in July, falling short of the government target of 200,000 won. The government had promised to maintain the price when Yoon vetoed a law amendment in
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PHOTOS: Gold pop-up store celebrates Paris Olympics
SEOUL, August 06 (AJU PRESS) - Korea Minting, Security Printing & ID Card Operating Corp. (KOMSCO) has opened a gold pop-up store at the CU convenience store in Olympic Plaza to support the national team for the Paris Olympics. The store offers over 150 gold products, including Team Korea support gold cards, card-type gold, pendant medals and gold bars. The pop-up runs from July 25 to August 8, coinciding with the Paris Olympics. To celebrate and wish for gold medals, all products are discou
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VISUALS: Krafton opens PUBG-themed pop-up store in Seoul
SEOUL, August 5 (AJU PRESS) - Krafton, the company behind the popular battle royale game "PUBG: Battlegrounds," launched a pop-up store, called PUBG Seongsu, in Seoul's trendy Seongsu-dong last Thursday. The store, open from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursdays through Sundays until August 18, features a jungle-themed space inspired by the game's Sanhok map. Visitors can experience various activities, including a surfing simulation, arcade games based on in-game items, an
August 5, 2024 -
PHOTOS: COEX Starfield Library crowded amid sweltering heatwave
SEOUL, August 5 (AJU PRESS) - The COEX Starfield Library was crowded with people seeking refuge from the heat last Friday as the nation was hit by sweltering weather, which prompted the weather agency to issue heat wave advisories for many parts of the country.
August 5, 2024 -
VISUALS: Chrome balloon spectacles at Mega Boopoo exhibition
SEOUL, August 05 (AJU PRESS) - The Mega Boopoo exhibition at Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) showroom in Seoul runs from July 10 to August 25. Featuring a giant inflatable character made of thousands of chrome balloons and a 5-meter centerpiece, the event offers hourly dynamic displays with special effects, including powerful fans and lighting.
August 5, 2024 -
PHOTOS: Korea adds more medals to Olympic haul
SEOUL, August 4 (AJU PRESS) - As this year's Summer Olympics in Paris, France reach their halfway point, Korea secured a slew of medals in fencing, shooting, and judo over the weekend. Korea added another medal in fencing on Saturday as the women's sabre team, consisting of Choi Se-bin, Jeon Eun-hye, Jeon Ha-young and Yoon Ji-su, won silver after a hard-fought final against Ukraine. Their silver-medal finish came after the country clinched two gold medals in the men's sa
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PHOTOS: Exploring Latin American culture, artworks
SEOUL, July 30 (AJU PRESS) - The Latin American Cultural Center in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, has become a mandatory stop for diplomats from Latin American and Caribbean countries. Founded by former diplomat Lee Bok-hyung, the center showcases a vast collection amassed during his three decades of diplomatic service in Latin America. Visitors can explore the center's rich exhibits to gain a deeper understanding of Latin American history and culture. As a hub for cultural events and spec
August 2, 2024
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3 fishermen killed in boat accident near southwestern port city
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Thai baby hippo 'Moo Deng' captures hearts across Asia, sparks tourism boom
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Dubai princess launches perfume after making a bold statement
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Japan's elderly population reaches new peak, workforce participation rises
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N. Korea deploys about 120 waste balloons
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China set to gradually increase retirement age over next 15 years
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Interview: Norwegian researcher emphasizes 'Technology alone can't solve aging crisis'
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Nearly 2,000 separated family members die this year only in South Korea
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PHOTOS: Shoppers throng Seoul's Gyeongdong Market ahead of Chuseok holiday
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Indian Embassy's annual festival next month to feature classical dance and cinema