PHOTOS: Moran Market undergoes change as dog meat ban approaches

SEOUL, July 24 (AJU PRESS) - Moran Market, a traditional five-day market in Seongnam, south of Seoul, is brimming with visitors seeking healthy foods as Joongbok, the second of the three dog days, approaches. Once famous as one of Korea's three largest dog meat markets, Moran Market has undergone major changes. With the closure of slaughter facilities and the passage of a law banning dog farms, slaughter and sales effective from 2027, most external signs in the market have removed referen

July 24, 2024

PHOTOS: Korea nears 'super-aged' society as population aged 65 and over surpasses 10 million

SEOUL, July 23 (AJU PRESS) - The number of Koreans aged 65 and over has surpassed 10 million as of July 10, according to government data. The Ministry of the Interior and Safety said this demographic totaled 10,000,062, accounting for 19.51 percent of the total population of 51,269,012. The percentage of this age group has increased from 11.79 percent in 2013 to 13.6 percent in 2017, 15.48 percent in 2019, and 17.45 percent in 2022. This means the nation is close to becoming a "sup

July 23, 2024

PHOTOS: Cho Kuk visits national cemetery following election as party leader

SEOUL, July 22 (AJU PRESS) - Former Justice Minister Cho Kuk visited the Seoul National Cemetery on Monday, following his election as the leader of the minor Rebuilding Korea Party on Saturday. Cho was the only candidate in the leadership election of the party, which he founded before the April parliamentary elections. He received an overwhelming 99.9 percent approval in a yes-or-no vote.

July 22, 2024

PHOTOS: Middle-aged job fair draws crowds

SEOUL, July 22 (AJU PRESS) - The 4050 Job Fair for middle-aged and senior job seekers was held at Dongdaemun Design Plaza in Seoul on Monday. Hosted by the Seoul Metropolitan Government and organized by the Seoul 50 Plus Foundation, the event featured more than 70 companies interested in hiring middle-aged and older workers, offering on-site interviews, job consulting, and various work experience programs.

July 22, 2024

PHOTOS: College fair offers admission guidance for prospective students

SEOUL, July 19 (AJU PRESS) - A two-day college fair for prospective students opened at KINTEX in Goyang, west of Seoul on Friday. With the slogan of "All University Admission Information in One Place," the fair provides comprehensive details about college admissions, requirements and other essential information for applicants and their parents. They can receive one-on-one counseling services directly from admission officers from various universities. The fair also provides opport

July 19, 2024

PHOTOS: GO CAF showcases latest trends of camping and leisure products

SEOUL, July 19 (AJU PRESS) - A fair featuring outdoor products for camping and leisure activities kicked off its three-day run at SETEC in Gangnam, southern Seoul, on Friday. Now in its 12th year, the Global Outdoor Camping & Leisure Sports Fair (GO CAF) - the largest of its kind - displays a wide range of outdoor brands, from camping vehicles to equipment, recreation gear, and more. Anyone who loves camping and other outdoor activities is encouraged to visit and explore the latest ind

July 19, 2024

PHOTOS: Koreans pay respects to Marine killed in flood rescue operation one year ago

SEOUL, July 19 (AJU PRESS) - Koreans paid their tributes on Friday to Marine Cpl. Chae Su-geun, who died during flood relief operations one year ago. He was swept away by a torrent in a stream during a search operation for civilians missing amid heavy rains on July 19, 2023. Politicians, military personnel, and citizens paid their respects at his grave at the National Cemetery in Daejeon and other memorial places, including one set up by former marines in central Seoul. The military’

July 19, 2024

PHOTOS: Students explore diverse careers at Seoul fair

SEOUL, July 18 (AJU PRESS) - The 2024 Seoul Career Fair is now underway at Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) from Wednesday to Friday. Visitors can explore and experience various career paths in the annual event which was launched 2011.

July 18, 2024

PHOTOS: Exhibition explores enigmatic world of cats in human history

SEOUL, July 18 (AJU PRESS) - The exhibition "Cat-ch Me If You Can" is being held at the National Folk Museum from May 3 to August 18, exploring the connection and coexistence between humans and cats through over 60 historical and contemporary artifacts, including literature, paintings, photographs, and interviews related to cats. "The exhibition aims to showcase how cats, which have interacted with humans since ancient times, have become even more integrated into our lives in m

July 18, 2024

VISUALS: Defectors discuss arts, education in North Korea

SEOUL, July 17 (AJU PRESS) - "Talk Concert with North Korean Defector Artists - North Korean Culture and Arts" was held at the National Folk Museum of Korea in central Seoul on Wednesday. Professor Jeon Young-sun of Konkuk University gave a lecture on the changes in North Korean culture and arts, followed by a talk concert with famous North Korean defector artists Jung Yu-na, a broadcaster, and Park Yu-sung, a filmmaker. They shared interesting stories about cultural education in

July 17, 2024