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PHOTOS: Decision Day
SEOUL, June 02 (AJP) - South Korea is poised for the presidential election June 3, with polls opening at 6 a.m. across 14,295 voting stations nationwide. Voting will continue until 8 p.m., after which the process of counting ballots will commence. Political observers anticipate that results will become clear as early as midnight. The next president will immediately take office for a five-year term.
June 2, 2025 -
PHOTOS: Second day of early voting underway after previous day's record turnout
SEOUL, May 30 (AJP) - The second day of early voting for next week's presidential election is underway at some 3,568 polling stations nationwide on Friday, following a record turnout of 20.41 percent the previous day. Since it was first introduced on a nationwide basis in 2014, early voting has allowed eligible voters who cannot vote on election day to cast their ballots in advance. Some 44.39 million voters aged 18 and above can cast their ballots at any polling station across the cou
May 30, 2025 -
PHOTOS: Hidden treasures of Mount Daedeok highlands
SEOUL, May 29 (AJP) - On a May morning, under an overcast sky, I began an ascent toward Bunburyeong Peak on Mount Daedeok in Taebaek, Gangwon Province. The air at Dumundongjae, my starting point, felt sharply cold, reminiscent of late autumn. Layering a windbreaker over my rain gear provided a necessary warmth. As the trail commenced, bright yellow wild celandine emerged, blanketing the ground. While the trees above were still tentatively unfurling lime-green shoots, the
May 29, 2025 -
PHOTOS: Panda twins at Everland
SEOUL, May 28 (AJP) - Panda World in the Everland amusement park is currently home to a charming septet of ursine residents: four giant pandas and three red pandas. Among the star attractions are the giant panda twins, Ruibao and Huibao. Born in July 2023, these playful siblings have quickly become the zoo's undeniable darlings, drawing crowds with their endearing antics and undeniable cuteness.
May 28, 2025 -
PHOTOS: New Zealand's 'Kapa Haka' brings vibrant tradition to Korea
SEOUL, May 27 (AJP) - The plaza of the National Museum of Korea buzzed with energy on May 26 as the museum, in collaboration with the New Zealand Embassy in Seoul, presented a vibrant "Maori Kapa Haka" performance. The event, held at 3 p.m., offered a dynamic glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of New Zealand's indigenous Maori people. Kapa Haka, a comprehensive performing art form that intertwines song, instrumental music and dance, serves as a powerful expre
May 27, 2025 -
PHOTOS: Hands-on K-food experience
SEOUL, May 23 (AJP) - Students from the University of Georgia recently got a taste of Korean cuisine, literally, participating in a hands-on cooking program at Sempio's headquarters in central Seoul. On May 22, the students delved into making popular dishes like Geotjeori, a fresh kimchi, and Bulgogi, the classic marinated beef. Sempio, a Korean food company, organized the event to introduce the visitors to the country's rich food culture and provide them with a direct experience of c
May 23, 2025 -
PHOTOS: Inside high-speed delivery culture of Dongdaemun fashion district
SEOUL, May 22 (AJP) - In the warren-like alleys of Dongdaemun Shopping Complex, Seoul’s sprawling wholesale fashion hub, a unique culture built on speed has quietly defined the rhythm of commerce for decades. Here, the hum of motorcycles and the shuffle of small delivery trucks are as much a part of the landscape as bolts of fabric and sequins glinting in warehouse light. For more than 40 years, Dongdaemun has operated not just as a wholesale marketplace, but as a vital a
May 22, 2025 -
PHOTOS: Traditional way of rice planting
SEOUL, May 22 (AJP) - The staple food for Koreans is rice, a grain deeply interwoven with the nation's history and culture. Each May, the paddies across the country come alive as farmers begin the arduous process of cultivating this essential crop. Traditionally, this involved flooding the fields, meticulously preparing the soil, and hand-planting delicate rice seedlings, known as "mo." While modern machinery now dominates most of these tasks, allowing for efficient preparati
May 22, 2025 -
PHOTOS: Exhibition traces Joseon envoys' cultural legacy in Japan
SEOUL, May 21 (AJP) - To commemorate the 60th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between South Korea and Japan, the Seoul Museum of History is presenting a special exhibition on Joseon Tongsinsa, which will continue until June 29. The Joseon Tongsinsa, or diplomatic envoys, trace their origins to the 15th century, but their role dramatically expanded after Japan’s invasion of Korea in 1592. Seeking to mend ties, the Edo Shogunate in Japan initiated d
May 21, 2025 -
PHOTOS: Overseas voting begins for presidential election
SEOUL, May 20 (AJP) - South Korean citizens living abroad began casting their ballots on Tuesday for the country's presidential election. The National Election Commission said that the overseas voting period will run until Sunday, May 25, at noon (KST). Polling stations have been set up in 223 locations across 118 countries, including 182 diplomatic missions and 41 additional sites. For the first time, overseas polling stations have been established in four countries where South Korea
May 20, 2025
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Acclaimed Korean artist honored with France's cultural order
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Chey Tae-won calls APEC Summit showcase for Korean democracy
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Goldman Sachs downgrades SK hynix, citing risks of HBM price decline
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Torrential rain batters central regions, with more downpours expected through this weekend
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President Lee appoints former Doosan chairman to lead trade mission to Washington
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Lee reignites debate on constitutional reform on Constitution Day
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Kia to equip upcoming EV5 with CATL batteries
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Samsung chairman escapes legal peril as Supreme Court upholds acquittal
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KOGAS anchors Korea's energy strategy in age of AI, uncertainty
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Viet Nam's top leader To Lam to visit South Korea for summit with President Lee