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Jeju Woljeongri Beach 'Hotspot' Faces Crisis: 70% of Coastal Sand Dunes Destroyed Amid Development Boom

Jeju Woljeongri Beach 'Hotspot' Faces Crisis: 70% of Coastal Sand Dunes Destroyed Amid Development Boom

Jeju's Woljeongri Beach, once a quiet coastal village, has lost 70% of its vital sand dunes due to rapid development and tourism growth, threatening the beach's ecosystem and local community.

Environment & Tourism
Jun 15, 2025
Taiwanese Writers Take Center Stage at 2025 Seoul International Book Fair with New Novels and Cultural Exchange

Taiwanese Writers Take Center Stage at 2025 Seoul International Book Fair with New Novels and Cultural Exchange

As the guest of honor at the 2025 Seoul International Book Fair, Taiwan presents over 500 books and hosts 23 authors, showcasing diverse contemporary Taiwanese literature including queer and feminist themes, personal narratives, and social critiques, fostering deep cultural exchange with Korean readers.

Culture & Literature
Jun 15, 2025
Gyeongpo Beach Opens with Quadruped Robot Guidance and Safety Measures in Gangneung

Gyeongpo Beach Opens with Quadruped Robot Guidance and Safety Measures in Gangneung

Starting June 28, Gangneung's 18 beaches, led by Gyeongpo Beach, open with themes of healing and safety, featuring a quadruped robot to provide guidance and safety alerts, plus festivals and advanced rescue technology.

Entertainment
Jun 15, 2025
Not a Rat but a Bat? The Stunningly Unique Honduran White Bat with a Pig-like Nose

Not a Rat but a Bat? The Stunningly Unique Honduran White Bat with a Pig-like Nose

Discover the rare Honduran white bat, a tiny, white-furred bat with a bright yellow pig-like nose and ears, living in Central American rainforests. Known for building leaf tents and facing near-threatened status due to habitat loss.

Nature & Wildlife
Jun 15, 2025
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Detected at Seosan Duck Farm: 28,000 Ducks Culled Amid Emergency Response

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Detected at Seosan Duck Farm: 28,000 Ducks Culled Amid Emergency Response

On June 14, 2025, a highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5 subtype) antigen was detected at a duck farm in Gobuk-myeon, Seosan, South Chungcheong Province, leading to the culling of approximately 28,000 ducks and strict quarantine measures within a 10 km radius to prevent further spread.

News
Jun 14, 2025
Sejong Education Office Confirms No 'Libax School' Involvement in Neulbom School Programs After Thorough Investigation

Sejong Education Office Confirms No 'Libax School' Involvement in Neulbom School Programs After Thorough Investigation

Sejong City Education Office conducted a comprehensive survey of Neulbom School instructors and found no involvement of 'Libax School' certified instructors or related programs, reinforcing transparency and political neutrality in education.

News
Jun 14, 2025
Deputy Prime Minister Level Upgrade? New Serious Crime Investigation Agency? The Future of the Ministry of the Interior and Safety Amid Government Reorganization

Deputy Prime Minister Level Upgrade? New Serious Crime Investigation Agency? The Future of the Ministry of the Interior and Safety Amid Government Reorganization

As the National Planning Committee launches to map out President Lee Jae-myung's government roadmap, significant changes loom for the Ministry of the Interior and Safety, including a potential upgrade to deputy prime minister status and the creation of a Serious Crime Investigation Agency under its umbrella.

News
Jun 14, 2025
Discover the Hidden Hydrangea Gems of Chungnam: Top 4 Stunning Spots You Didn’t Expect

Discover the Hidden Hydrangea Gems of Chungnam: Top 4 Stunning Spots You Didn’t Expect

Explore the best hydrangea destinations in Chungnam, South Korea, where vibrant colors and serene natural settings create unforgettable summer experiences.

Travel & Nature
Jun 14, 2025
Over 200 Endangered ‘Ellobium chinense’ Snails Discovered in Large Colony at Muan Coast, Signaling Ecological Hope and Urgent Protection Needs

Over 200 Endangered ‘Ellobium chinense’ Snails Discovered in Large Colony at Muan Coast, Signaling Ecological Hope and Urgent Protection Needs

After disappearing for five years, over 200 endangered Ellobium chinense snails have been found in the Muan tidal flats, indicating ecosystem recovery but highlighting urgent conservation challenges due to ongoing environmental threats.

Environment
Jun 14, 2025
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