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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...
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...
‘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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
Crab on your plate: Hansung’s Crami
One of the most popular picnic foods is gimbap, rice rolled in edible seaweed with a variety of ingredients. Among them is an essential...
Skipper Kim Seung-jin returns home safely
"At many times, I just led a comfortable life, a life that is normally sought after by many ordinary people. However, I was not...
Alibaba launches shopping platform in Korea
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Strategy and Finance Choi Kyung-hwan (center), Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Lee Dong-Phil...
History lives on in Bujang-ri
In 2004, a series of ancient tombs and relics were excavated in the small village of Bujang-ri, in Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do (South Chungcheong Province), when...
Symposium discusses future of National Museum of Korea
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the opening of the National Museum of Korea at its current location in Yongsan-gu District, central Seoul....
Guidebook shows various facets of Korea
When thinking about Korea, many people come up with images such as royal palaces, Hanbok and other traditional outfits, kimchi or pop music. A...
Restaurant guidebook published in Arabic
‘Muslim-friendly Restaurants in Korea’ introduces 118 restaurants in Seoul and across Korea in five categories and includes halal certification information, all in Arabic.
For many...
Science reveals secrets of ancient crown
A gold crown decorated with three phoenixes was excavated in the Noseo-dong neighborhood of Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do (North Gyeongsang Province), in 1926. At the time,...
Miracle in a warzone
The Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs has selected the U.S. Army's retired Brigadier General J.Frank J. Dalley (1913-1990) as its Hero of the Korean...
‘Iksan, a city that benefits the people’
Mayor of Iksan City Park Kyung-Chul emphasizes that the city must be beneficial to the people, saying that Iksan was a capital city four...
Return of pop legend
Pictured is Jo Yong-pil during his 2013 'Hello' tour, held in celebration of the 45th anniversary of his debut album.
A special album of legend...
Hangeul letters revive voices from the past
“Did you have a pleasant and peaceful rest throughout the night last night? I told you yesterday to come back to the palace by...