PHOTOS: Clogged storm drains worsen flood risks in Seoul

SEOUL, June 28 (AJU PRESS) - The bustling district of Gangnam in southern Seoul is notorious for recurrent flooding during the annual monsoon season. Apart from geographical factors, experts point to a more manageable issue: clogged storm drains. Specialists argue that debris-filled drains significantly impair the area's drainage efficiency. Litter and fallen leaves obstruct the system, increasing flood risks during heavy rains. A particular concern is the frequent disposal of cigarett

June 28, 2024

VISUALS: Han River parks transform into outdoor sculpture gallery

SEOUL, June 28 (AJU PRESS) - An outdoor sculpture exhibition is currently underway at Yeouido Hangang Park in Seoul, offering visitors a unique opportunity to experience modern art in harmony with riverside nature and urban landscapes. The exhibition is part of the "Hangang Heung Sculpture Touring Exhibition," organized by the city government from April to November across 10 Han River parks. Crown Haitai Holding runs the exhibition as part of its cultural contribution program aim

June 28, 2024

PHOTOS: Korea honors legacy of independence fighter Kim Koo

SEOUL, June 26 (AJU PRESS) - A memorial ceremony marking the 75th anniversary of the death of independence fighter Kim Koo was held in Seoul on Wednesday. Organized by the Association of Commemorative Services for Patriot Kim Koo, the ceremony honored Kim, who devoted his life to Korea's independence during the Japanese colonial period. The event was attended by approximately 300 people including Minister of Patriots and Veterans Affairs Kang Jung-ai, descendants of independence fighte

June 27, 2024

PHOTOS: Exhibition explores art world of Japanese amination master Isao Takahata

SEOUL, June 27 (AJU PRESS) - "Studio Ghibli - Isao Takahata Exhibition" is underway at the Sejong Museum of Art in central Seoul. Isao Takahata, co-founder of Studio Ghibli, directed beloved TV anime series such as "Anne of Green Gables" and "Heidi, Girl of the Alps" in the 1970s. The exhibition features over 1,300 pieces of artwork and archival materials. The event runs from April 26 to August 3 at the gallery, which is affiliated with the Sejong Center fo

June 27, 2024

VISUALS: Korea's largest book fair underway in Seoul

SEOUL, June 27 (AJU PRESS) - The 2024 Seoul International Book Fair opened at COEX in Gangnam, Seoul, on June 26, 2024, for a five-day run. This year's theme for the nation's largest book fair is "Houyhnhnm," inspired by the horse-like race without human vices from "Gulliver's Travels." More than 120 publishers and book-related organizations from 18 foreign countries, as well as about 350 domestic publishers and institutions, are participating in the event,

June 27, 2024

PHOTOS: Expo showcases latest solar energy technologies

SEOUL, June 25 (AJU PRESS) - A major exhibition showcasing next-generation solar energy industry trends and future prospects is underway at KINTEX in Goyang, west of Seoul. The 2024 World Solar Energy Expo, marking its 15th year, runs from June 25 to 27. This year's expo features a wide range of exhibits, including solar modules, inverters and structural components. Visitors can explore specialized solutions in RE100, building-integrated photovoltaics and solar power for industrial compl

June 26, 2024

VISUALS: How to Remember Korean War

SEOUL, June 25 (AJU PRESS) - South Korea marked the 74th anniversary of the outbreak of the 1950-53 Korean War with solemn ceremonies across the country. The war began when the North made a surprise invasion at dawn on June 25, 1950, and escalated into an international conflict involving U.S.-led U.N. forces supporting the South, and the Soviet Union and China backing the North. The two Koreas are still technically at war, as the war ended in an armistice, not a peace treaty.

June 25, 2024

PHOTOS: Small business owners rally demanding freeze on minimum wage

SEOUL, June 25 (AJU PRESS) - Around 2,000 small business owners gathered in front of the National Assembly in Seoul's Yeouido to demand a freeze on the minimum wage for 2025 and the implementation of industry-specific rates. The Korea Federation of Micro Enterprise (KFME), the organizer of the rally, argued wage hikes would further worsen conditions for small businesses in food, accommodation and other sectors already suffering from declining sales amid an economic slowdown and increased

June 25, 2024

PHOTOS: Rival regions seek harmony through cultural fest

SEOUL, June 25 (AJU PRESS) - North Gyeongsang Province and South Jeolla Province are holding a joint festival in Seoul to promote exchanges between the two regions, which have been politically at odds throughout history. The third annual event is underway at Gwanghwamun Square, central Seoul, from Monday to Wednesday. The festival features a dance contest, music concerts, an art exhibition, a tourism fair, media shows and an agricultural market.

June 25, 2024

PHOTOS: Korea hosts international conference on carbon reduction

SEOUL, June 25 (AJU PRESS) – The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy and the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency opened the two-day Global Net Zero Connection 2024 conference in Seoul on Monday to discuss international cooperation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. About 160 representatives from seven countries, four international organizations, and 60 domestic and foreign companies are participating in the event, which includes forums, inter-government talks and business consul

June 25, 2024