PHOTOS: Stars shine on red carpet at Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival

SEOUL, July 5 (AJU PRESS) - Stars and filmmakers gathered for the red carpet event of the annual Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival (BIFAN) on Thursday. The annual festival, now in its 28th year, runs for 11 days until July 14, screening about 255 short and feature films from 49 countries this year. A three-day forum on the sidelines of the festival is also scheduled from Friday to discuss the impact of artificial intelligence on film-making.

July 5, 2024

PHOTOS: 12,000 cattle farmers rally in Seoul

SEOUL, July 5 (AJU PRESS) - Approximately 12,000 cattle farmers gathered for a rally in Seoul's commercial district of Yeouido, near the National Assembly, on Wednesday. They voiced their struggles with rising production costs and falling cattle prices, urging the government to improve their conditions. The Hanwoo Association, which organized the massive rally, claimed that many cattle farmers have faced severe difficulties in their livelihoods, suffering losses of over 2.3 million won pe

July 5, 2024

PHOTOS: Seoul mourns car crash victims

SEOUL, July 04 (AJU PRESS) - On the evening of July 1, 2024, a deadly car crash took place near Seoul City Hall Station when a luxury sedan plowed into a pedestrian walkway at an intersection. Nine were killed and seven were injured in the accident. At the accident site, people continue to pay their respects, paying tribute with various items such as flowers and alcoholic drinks placed to honor the victims.

July 4, 2024

PHOTOS: Nano Korea 2024 showcases cutting-edge innovations at KINTEX

SEOUL, July 03 (AJU PRESS) - The 22nd annual Nano Korea, is taking place at KINTEX in Goyang, west of Seoul. The event runs from Wednesday to Friday under the theme "Invisible Nano, Realizing the Future." The Nano Korea serves as a premier platform for showcasing the latest innovations and applications in nanotechnology and is recognized as one of the world's top three events in the sector, along with the United States' TechConnect World and Japan's NanoTech Japan.

July 3, 2024

PHOTOS: People with disabilities gather in protest

SEOUL, July 03 (AJU PRESS) - The Solidarity Against Disability Discrimination staged two-day protests on Monday and Tuesday in Yeouido and at several subway stations in Seoul, calling for improvements in policies and the enactment of special laws regarding people with disabilities.

July 3, 2024

PHOTOS: Korea, Canada connect through friendly hockey tournament

SEOUL, July 2 (AJU PRESS) - Korean and Canadian players faced off against each other at a hockey tournament in central Seoul on Monday. Hosted by the Embassy of Canada to Korea, the friendly tournament was part of celebrations for the 157th anniversary of the country's founding, also called Canada Day. Despite a valiant effort, the Korean team fell short to the host who emerged victorious.

July 2, 2024

PHOTOS: Heavy rain alerts issued as monsoon downpours hit many parts of Korea

SEOUL, July 2 (AJU PRESS) - Heavy rains dampened much of the country on Tuesday, prompting authorities to issue rain alerts for Seoul and other central and southern regions. Downpours ranging from 30 to 80 millimeters were expected in Seoul, Gyeonggi, Gangwon, Chungcheong and Jeolla provinces during the day, with some areas forecast to receive over 120 millimeters. The one-month monsoon season began across the country on Saturday.

July 2, 2024

PHOTOS: Visiting Vietnamese PM attends Korea-Viet Nam business forum

SEOUL, July 01 (AJU PRESS) - The Korea-Viet Nam Business Forum, jointly hosted by the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) and the Ministry of Planning and Investment of Viet Nam, was held in central Seoul on Monday. The forum, attended by visiting Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, aims to establish a new foundation for diversifying and enhancing economic cooperation between Korea and Viet Nam. The forum drew over 500 government officials, institutional representatives, a

July 1, 2024

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