Yeonsu-gu and Cottonwood Heights, Utah, USA (Mayor Mike Wakers) have signed an international friendship city agreement. The district dispatched a delegation to visit the city at the invitation of Cottonwood Heights, Utah, and on the 5th (local time), the two cities signed the “International Sister City Agreement” at the Cottonwood Heights City Hall, pledging to actively promote exchanges and cooperation in areas such as administration, culture, education, and economy. Accordingly, the two cities will promote continuous communication and cooperation systems, including establishing a permanent c
The Chungcheongbuk-do Office of Education held the “2025. Empathy & Togetherness Chungcheongbuk-do Education Expo 100-Person Supporters Launch Ceremony” on the 8th at the Enford Hotel, targeting over 100 participants including students, parents, school staff, and residents of the province. The 2025. Empathy & Togetherness Chungbuk Education Expo is an event that provides opportunities to experience the excellent educational activities and policies of Chungbuk education. This is the second edition of the education expo, following the first event held in 2024. The 100 supporters are a su
On the 8th, the Gyeonggi Provincial Office of Education held the “2025 International Exchange and Cooperation Conference” at the International Hall of the National Institute of International Education with the theme of “Global Education Cooperation for a Peaceful and Sustainable Global Community.” The event was attended by about 200 people, including domestic and international education experts, teachers, and officials from the Office of Education. For those who wished to participate online, the event was broadcast live on the Gyeonggi Provincial Office of Education YouTube channel (GO3). The
On July 7, Siheung City opened the “Gyeonggi Siheung SNU Pharmaceutical Bio-Pharmaceutical Human Resources Training Center” on the 5th floor of the Education Cooperation Building at Seoul National University's Siheung Campus and began full-scale educational operations. The establishment of this center follows the completion of educational facilities and equipment construction through collaboration between Gyeonggi Province, Siheung City, and Seoul National University, following the selection of the center as a recipient of the World Health Organization (WHO) Global Bio Regional Campus Program
President Lee Jae-myung met with Cardinal Yoo Hyung-sik, Prefect of the Congregation for the Clergy, who is visiting South Korea, for about 40 minutes starting at 2 p.m. on the 7th. President Lee Jae-myung expressed his delight over the active exchanges between South Korea and the Holy See since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1963, and expressed his hope to further strengthen the friendly and cooperative relationship between the two sides. He also expressed his expectation for the role of Cardinal Yu, who is the first Korean to hold the position of Secretary of the Congregation f
The Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries announced that it will co-host the 12th Jeju International Cruise Forum (2025 ASIA Cruise Forum Jeju) with Jeju Special Self-Governing Province from July 10 to July 12 for three days in Jeju Island. The Jeju International Cruise Forum is Asia's leading cruise industry forum, held annually since 2013. It has contributed to the development of Asia's cruise industry by providing a platform for key stakeholders in the region to share the latest industry trends and discuss collaboration opportunities. This year, under the theme of “2035 Asia Cruise Vision – Sail
【오늘의 대화 | Today's Dialogue】 A: お昼ご飯(ひるごはん)、もう食べましたか?(Ohiru gohan, mō tabemashita ka?)점심 벌써 먹었어요? B: まだです。いっしょに食べましょう!(Mada desu. Issho ni tabemashō!)아직 안 먹었어요. 같이 먹어요! A: いいですね。行きましょう!(Ii desu ne. Ikimashō!)좋아요! 가요! 【키워드 | Keywords】 단어 히라가나 뜻 お昼ご飯 おひるごはん 점심밥 もう もう 이미, 벌써 食べましたか たべましたか 먹었어요? まだ まだ 아직 いっしょに いっしょに 함께, 같이 食べましょう たべましょう 먹읍시다 (제안) 行きましょう いきましょう 갑시다 (제안) いいですね いいですね 좋네요 / 좋아요 【핵심 문구 해설 | Key Phrase Breakdown】 1️⃣ お昼ご飯、もう食べましたか? 점심 벌써 먹었어요? 일본에서는 식사 여부 묻는 말로 자연스러운 인사로도 자주 사용해요. 친구, 선생님, 동료
The Chungcheongbuk-do Office of Education announced that on the morning of the 27th, the Chungcheongbuk-do Office of the Superintendent of Education hosted a Future Education Roundtable with Professor Paul Kim, a world-renowned education scholar, Senior Associate Dean at Stanford Graduate School of Education, and an expert in educational technology and digital learning. The meeting was held at the suggestion of the Korean Secondary School Principals' Association, and was organized to share global education innovation trends and to refine the direction of Chungbuk's education policy in response
President Lee Jae-myung hosted more than 160 people, including national heroes and veterans' families, for a ceremony titled ‘National Service Month, President's Invitation’ on Sunday. The event was organized to convey respect and gratitude for the sacrifices and dedication of those who have served the country by gathering national meritorious people and veterans' families in the highest honor, the presidential office said. “This is a meaningful occasion where the modern history of challenge and response has come together in the name of patriotism,” President Lee said in his remarks to all, ad
Korean American youth living in the United States are traveling to Jeonju, the most Korean city in Korea, to learn about the culture and sentiments of their homeland. Jeonju City announced on the 23rd that a 17-member Korean American youth delegation, including the Los Angeles Korean American Association, visited Jeonju for four days from the 22nd to the 25th of this month, enjoying the flavors and styles of Jeonju and learning about the traditional culture of their homeland. The visit is based on an agreement on exchange and cooperation signed between the Korean American Association of Los An
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Fair Play Menarini International Award, 29th Award Ceremony marked by waves of emotion
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The Rose, the first Korean band to perform at Coachella, confirms Seoul concert on August 30 for “Once Upon a WRLD”
Culture · Events
Incheon Port Authority kicks off the 6th Incheon International Marine Forum in Songdo, Incheon, to look into the future of the global marine industry
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Seocho Symphony Orchestra to hold performances in Berlin, Germany, and London, England, commemorating the 80th anniversary of liberation and the 75th anniversary of the Korean War
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Gyeonggi Province to hold its largest job fair for middle-aged and older workers on the 9th. 1,000 jobs to be filled.
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Jeju's soul resonates in Rome... Singing of the pain and reconciliation of Jeju 4·3
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Seoul City establishes a foothold for K-Beauty and fashion to enter the European market, promoting Milan as a base
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Korean Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Increase in hand, foot, and mouth disease among infants and young children! Follow preventive measures and maintain good hygiene to stay healthy.
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Korean Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Injured patients account for the largest proportion of hospitalized patients; falls are the main cause
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WHO and international health experts visit Wanju local food production sites