70 years of history seen through life of common people
A special exhibition will highlight modern Korean history by telling the stories of common people's lives in celebration of the 70th anniversary of Korean independence.
The "70 Voices of 70 Years" exhibit will be held at the National Museum of Korean Contemporary History in central...
Perioe toothpaste helps manage oral health
Since its launch in 1981, Perioe toothpaste has enjoyed strong sales. Its range of toothpastes feature products that have special functions that cover not only cleaning the teeth, but also maintaining overall oral health.
In the past, people considered healthy teeth to be one of...
Insect cosmetics, medicine comes to market
The Rural Development Administration (RDA) has developed a breakthrough technology that can manufacture cosmetics and medicines based on substances found in bugs.
The organization successfully discovered antimicrobial peptides in Copris tripartitus beetles and in scolopendrid centipedes, substances that are often used as antibiotics. The insects...
Beaches cool the summer heat wave
The entire nation has been plunged into the midst of summer, with daytime temperatures in Seoul on June 10 reaching 34.9 degrees Celsius.
Due to this earlier-than-expected heat wave, beaches across the country are preparing for an early opening this season.
According to the Ministry of...
Dooly comes to life with dedicated museum
Kim Soo-jung, creator of 'Dooly, the Little Dinosaur,' poses for a photo in front of a larger-than-life caricature of himself at the Dooly Museum.
Dooly and his friends fight against ghost pirates. They battle mummies inside an Egyptian pyramid and are chased by giant mantises...
‘We are responsible for winning and will do so with pride’
Athletes and staff of Team Korea pose for a photo during the team's official launch ceremony on June 25 as they head off for the Gwangju Summer Universiade 2015.
The team of Korean athletes heading to the Gwangju Summer Universiade 2015 held its official launch...
‘We’ll never forget sacrifices of Korean War veterans’
The entrance to the War Memorial of Korea in Seoul is adorned with the flags of the 16 nations that took part as U.N. allied forces in the Korean War.
This year marks the 65th anniversary of the start of the Korean War.
On June 25,...
Traces of ancient life seen through relics
An ongoing exhibit of artifacts and ruins found in the Jeolla provinces allows us a peek into ancient history.
The "New Discovery in Excavation Sites of Honam Region from 2013 to 2014" exhibition at the Naju National Museum highlights the results of excavations that have...
ICT firms advance into Europe
Korean companies involved in information and communications technology (ICT) have wowed Londoners at a recent convention.
On June 16, the “2015 K-Global@London” event brought together a range of Korean ICT companies, giving them a chance to promote their signature items and technologies in the European...
Mushroom farming benefits from science
Producing mushrooms using the bottle cultivation method, each species of mushroom requires its own specific level of moisture and its own culture size. Researchers have now fine-tuned their understanding of bottle cultivation and can produce mushrooms under even more ideal circumstances, depending on the...
Enjoy the seasons with flower festivals
Irises are in full bloom near the pavilion in the Garden of Morning Calm.
Peonies, hydrangeas, lilies and irises.
Naming a few of them makes everyone happy, and makes them forget about their busy daily routine.
Visitors to the Garden of Morning Calm in Gapyeong, Gyeonggi-do (Gyeonggi...
300 years of Joseon royal tombs at a glance: Seooreung
The Joseon royal tombs include the tombs of royal family members throughout the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). These tombs were listed as UNESCO World Heritage items in 2009. Joseon royal tombs are divided into two main categories: the neung (능, 陵) and the won (원,...
Royal tombs: places to reflect on history, relax
Joseon's royal tombs belong to the kings, queens and family members of the dynasty (1392-1910). As a whole, they were enlisted as UNESCO World Heritage sites in 2009. The royal tombs are divided into two categories. Tombs that belong to kings, queens and those...
New tech allows IoT to work on different platforms
Researchers have unveiled a new technology that enables devices based on different Internet of Things (IoT) platforms to interwork and to become connected to each other.
The Korea Electronics Technology Institute (KETI) presented its new interworking technology, based on the oneM2M platform, at the oneM2M...
‘Sexual enslavement is a crime against humanity’
"In July 1941, a group of Imperial Japanese soldiers carried out a military drill with the Soviet Union as their imaginary enemy. Yoshijiro Umezu (梅津 美治郎), then commander-in-chief of the Kwangtung Army, asked the governor-general of Korea to send him some 8,000 Joseon women...
Sulwhasoo to nourish your skin
With the growing popularity of Korean soap operas and films starred in by beautiful actors and actresses, Korea-made cosmetics, too, have been gaining attention over recent years. Behind the popularity of such cosmetics is probably a belief that high-quality facial treatments can help people...
Explore Google’s Campus Seoul
Teheran Street, the boulevard that runs through Samseong-dong in southern Seoul, is the mecca for Korean and global IT companies based in Korea. Just south of there lies the new Campus Seoul, a habitat for startups opened by Google on May 8, its first...
Take a peek into ancient people’s minds
Visitors admire the 'Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva and Bokjangmul' produced in the 13th century during Goryeo times, during a press opening for the 'Devout Patrons of Buddhist Art' exhibit, at the National Museum of Korea on May 22.
A special exhibition allowing a peek into the earnest...
Low-alcohol drinks offer sparkling, fruity flavors
Ssoa Wine, a low-alcohol fruit liquor, is characterized by its carbonation, which creates bubbles and adds to the mildly fruity flavor. When chilled, it becomes more delicious, with added aroma and taste.
Due to its relatively high alcohol content, some people are...
Stay stylish with Unix
The above hair dryer has six power settings and creates ions that protect the hair and prevent static electricity.
Cheongdam-dong and Apgujeong-dong in Gangnam-gu District are some of the most well-known fashion streets in Seoul.
Hair salons lining the areas are known for...
