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  PHOTOS: Medical association chief starts hunger strike amid extreme government-doctor conflict SEOUL, August 28 (AJP) - As tensions between the government and medical community persist, Dr. Lim Hyun-taek, president of the Korean Medical Association (KMA), began a hunger strike and sit-in protest outside the KMA building in Yongsan District, Seoul, on Aug. 26. At the press conference announcing his hunger strike, Lim said, "I want to convey my sincerity through this strike. Doctors want to normalize Korea's collapsed healthcare system as soon as possible. We urge the public to August 29, 2024
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  PHOTOS: Forum explores Korea-China economic cooperation SEOUL, August 28 (AJP) - The 4th Korea-China Digital Economy Partnership Summit was held Wednesday at the building of China Construction Bank in central Seoul. The summit, co-hosted by Aju Daily and China Construction Bank, explored ways to strengthen economic and business cooperation between the two countries and their future partnerships. August 28, 2024
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  PHOTOS: Seoul mayor, ruling party discuss excluding Filipino domestic workers from minimum wage rule SEOUL, August 27 (AJP) - Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon and Na Kyung-won, a ruling People Power Party lawmaker, jointly hosted a policy seminar at the National Assembly on Tuesday to discuss a proposal to exclude Filipino domestic workers from the minimum wage rule. August 27, 2024
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  PHOTOS: Seoul fair showcases diverse holiday gifts SEOUL, August 27 (AJU PRESS) - The 2024 Festive Gift Fair is being held at COEX in Seoul this week to showcasing new trends in the holiday gift industry, facilitate information exchange and stimulate distribution. Running from Monday to Thursday, various exhibition halls display a wide range of holiday gifts, including policy promotion items, household goods, traditional products, liquor, food and beverages, agricultural and fishery products, and health items. Participating exhibitors offe August 27, 2024
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  PHOTOS: Seoul intensifies traffic enforcement in school zones as new semester begins SEOUL, August 27 (AJP) - The Seoul Metropolitan Government launched intensive traffic enforcement and guidance activities in school zones across the city on Monday. In collaboration with the police and 25 district offices, the authorities are conducting a special crackdown on traffic violations in 1,684 child protection zones, from Aug. 26 to Sept. 4, coinciding with the start of the new school semester. The effort targets parking violations, helmetless motorcyclists, and vehicles exceedin August 27, 2024
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  PHOTOS: New craft art awards launched in Seoul SEOUL, August 26 (AJU PRESS) - The inaugural Seoul Yoolizzy Craft Award, honoring pioneering Korean contemporary craft artist Yoolizzy, was held Monday at the Seoul Museum of Craft Art. Kang Suk-ken won the grand prize with "Language of the Earth” in the ceremony attended by Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon and other dignitaries. The works of the 20 finalists will be on display in a commemorative exhibition from Aug. 27 to Oct. 3 at the museum. August 26, 2024
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  PHOTOS: K-Pet Fair held in Seoul SEOUL, August 26 (AJU PRESS) - The K-Pet Fair 2024, a companion animal industry exhibition, wrapped up its three-day run at COEX in Seoul on Sunday. The event featured 245 booths operated by 150 companies, showcasing pet food, treats and supplies. It also offered visitors the opportunity to experience various activities designed for pets. August 26, 2024
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  PHOTOS: Apple TV+ releases 'Pachinko' season 2 SEOUL, August 23 (AJU PRESS) - A press conference for "Pachinko" Season 2 was held in Seoul on Friday. The series, adapted from Min Jin Lee's bestselling novel, explores the harsh realities faced by the Korean diaspora in Japan. The Apple TV+ original debuted in March 2022, garnering critical acclaim for its storytelling, cinematography and performances. The first episode of the second season was released Friday on Apple TV+. August 23, 2024
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  PHOTOS: Meet diverse animals at Seoul Children's Grand Park Zoo SEOUL, August 23 (AJU PRESS) - Seoul Children's Grand Park Zoo is home to about 600 animals across 60 different species. Following last year's escape incident involving Sero the zebra, the zoo has intensified its efforts to enhance animal safety and welfare. August 23, 2024
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  PHOTOS: Wangsan Beach beckons with camping, tidal flats, water fun SEOUL, August 23 (AJU PRESS) - Wangsan Beach, located on Yongyu Island in Incheon, is just an hour's drive from Seoul. The beach allows camping anywhere along its shores, and its gentle slope of the seabed makes it ideal for families with children. During low tide, visitors can explore tidal flats and collect shellfish, while high tide offers opportunities for various water activities such as jet skiing, surfing and yachting. August 23, 2024