SEOUL, January 16 (AJP) - A blanket of snow transformed Korea's southwestern region into a winter wonderland after heavy snowfall across South Jeolla Province last week.

SEOUL, January 16 (AJP) - President Yoon Suk Yeol, accused of being responsible for the December 3 martial law incident, was arrested by the Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials on Thursday. After approximately 11 hours of questioning, he was detained at the Seoul Detention Center at around 9:50 p.m.

SEOUL, January 15 (AJP) - Investigators arrested President Yoon Suk Yeol on Wednesday and transferred him to the Corruption Investigation Office for High-Ranking Officials (CIO) for questioning regarding his failed martial law declaration on Dec. 3. He is the first sitting president in South Korean history to be arrested.

SEOUL, January 15 (AJP) - Dried persimmons are among the most delectable winter delicacies for many South Koreans, with roughly 60 percent of their output coming from Sangju, North Gyeongsang Province. Farmers in Sangju usually get busy in mid-October as they start peeling persimmons and drying them for about two to three months, just before the chilly winter wind begins to blow. Persimmons, a versatile fruit eaten either fresh or dried, are harvested in late autumn w

SEOUL, January 15 (AJP) - The Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials (CIO) and police made a second attempt early Wednesday to execute an arrest warrant for President Yoon Suk Yeol, following the failure of their initial effort 12 days earlier on Jan. 3. At around 4 a.m., CIO investigators and police arrived near the presidential residence, where a standoff quickly developed. Initial physical clashes with the Presidential Security Service occurred but have since de-escalat

SEOUL, January 14 (AJP) - Nestled in the heart of Seoul, Gwangjang Market is a vibrant tapestry of sights, smells, and flavors that's sure to tantalize any visitor's senses. This bustling traditional market, a favorite among international tourists, offers an unparalleled culinary adventure alongside a treasure trove of shopping delights. Step into Gwangjang Market's famed food alley, and be prepared to embark on a delicious odyssey. Aromatic wafts of

SEOUL, January 13 (AJP) - The annual Sancheoneo Ice Festival, one of the biggest winter festivals in South Korea kicked off in Hwacheon, Gangwon Province last Saturday. The small town, surrounded by mountains and with a population of just 23,000, transforms into a winter wonderland at this time of year, drawing over 1 million visitors including foreign tourists every year. Visitors can enjoy ice fishing to catch trout through holes about 15 cm in diameter along a 2-km-long stretch of icy s

SEOUL, January 10 (AJP) - The mercury has stayed below zero across the country with the cold snap reaching its peak on Friday. According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, the morning low dropped to -12.2 degrees Celsius in Seoul, -11.7 degrees in Incheon, and -12.9 degrees in Daejeon. Temperatures in the mountainous regions of Gangwon Province plunged to -20 degrees or lower. The freezing weather is expected to last throughout the weekend.

SEOUL, January 09 (AJP) - CES 2025, the world's largest consumer electronics and IT show, is being held in Las Vegas from Jan. 7 to 10, showcasing AI, robotics, smart home and other technology innovations from around the world.