The average temperature of South Korea’s surrounding seas has risen at nearly twice the global average rate over the past 56 years, according to a government report. The National Institute of Fisheries Science stated in its report, “2024 Impact of Climate Change in Fisheries Sector,” that sea temperatures around South Korea have increased by 1.44 degree Celsius between 1968 and 2023, compared to ...

Kim Min-gi never imagined that a song with only eight lines would change his life forever. It was 1970. A freshman art major, Kim loved playing guitar and writing songs between painting. One summer morning, a stroll through a graveyard near his workroom inspired him to compose his short verse. He named it "Morning Dew” (Achim Iseul). Soon, completely unintended consequences overwhelmed him. By ...

As the dust settles from the 2024 US elections, many US allies and partners, including South Korea, are wondering what happens next as Donald Trump returns to the White House in January. As with any democratic transition, uncertainty exists as a new leader enters office. But this is not any leader. This is former US President Donald Trump who speaks about dictators in friendly terms, demands up ...

GUANGZHOU, China , Nov. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On November 15 , at the 22nd Guangzhou International Auto Show, GAC's self-owned brands unveiled three groundbreaking models. Alongside these vehicle debuts, GAC Group introduced its three-year strategic initiative – "Panyu Action" – which aims to increase the share of self-owned brands to over 60% of total group sales by 2027, targeting 2 mil...

A consultative body involving the ruling People Power Party, the government and doctors' groups held their second round of talks Sunday but failed to narrow their differences as they seek to resolve a prolonged walkout by trainee doctors. Thousands of trainee doctors have left their workplaces in a mass resignation since February to protest the government's decision to sharply raise the medical ...

South Korean railway workers will kick off a "work-to-rule" protest this week to demand higher pay and a bigger workforce, railway officials said Sunday. The Korean Railway Workers' Union said it will launch the work-to-rule industrial action starting Monday, which could cause delays in some train services. Delays are highly likely on subways in the capital Seoul area while regular and KTX high...

Jin, a member of global K-pop sensation BTS, marked the release of his first solo album, "Happy," with a two-day fan showcase in Seoul. The 33-year-old artist, who completed his mandatory military service earlier this year, expressed his excitement about reconnecting with BTS fans, known as ARMY. "Since returning to civilian life, I've been looking forward to meeting ARMY in person. Thank you f...

BAKU, Azerbaijan , Nov. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On November 13th , the "Release of Green Development Practices from China " press conference, hosted by the All-China Environment Federation, was held at the Natavan press room in the Blue Zone of the 29th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29) . The event aimed to share with internat...

South Korea’s bid to secure a surprise early meeting between President Yoon Suk Yeol and US President-elect Donald Trump on the occasion of Yoon’s trip to attend the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation and the Group of 20 summits in South America, is now facing slim odds. Last week, President Yoon’s office unexpectedly hinted at the possibility of a meeting between the South Korean leader and form...

cap: A mourner carries the body of a Palestinian child killed by Israeli strikes, at Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir al-Balah, central Gaza Strip, Sunday. Reuters-Yonhap

Hyundai Motor on Sunday presented a racing car version of its high-performance sedan, the Avante N, based on its years of experience with the Touring Car Racing World Tour. The Avante N TCR has upgraded auto parts, including a carbon swan-neck spoiler with adjustable angles and 19-inch forged wheels, which are maintain high strength at a likght weight. It also features blue – the symbolic color o...

TikTok's annual award ceremony celebrated the creativity and influence of top creators and artists here who shaped trends and inspired the TikTok community throughout the year. The first-ever TikTok Awards held in Korea took place Friday at the Peace Hall of Kyunghee University in Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul. Previously held in the UK, Malaysia, and Indonesia, this marks the event's inaugural year in K...

A rift appears to be forming within the Democratic Party of Korea after a Seoul court sentenced party leader and previous presidential candidate Rep. Lee Jae-myung to a suspended jail term Friday for election law violations. The Democratic Party has officially denied that Lee’s conviction -- which, if confirmed by higher courts, could cost him his legislative seat -- would divide the party or ne...

Kim, who chairs the National Assembly’s foreign affairs committee, said a bill was being developed to “allow South Korea to be a successful host,” to be passed within this year. “As a lawmaker of Gyeongju, a city with a proud history, and the chair of the Assembly foreign affairs committee, I will do my best to bridge the ruling party and the government for a successful APEC summit,” he said. A...