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Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport drives industrial transformation with 3D and AI spatial information…Fourth promotion plan finalized
The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport announced on the 3rd that the "Fourth Basic Plan for Promotion of the Spatial Information Industry (2026–2030)" has been finalized after deliberation by the National Geospatial Information Committee.
Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport Awards First Special Performance Bonuses for 17 Citizen-Felt Achievements
At the first award ceremony for the special performance bonus introduced this year, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport gave bonuses for 17 achievements felt by citizens.
Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport to introduce 'youth policy mileage' in July, expanding beyond housing to transport, cities and construction
The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport will launch a 'youth policy mileage system' from July, awarding mileage to departments that reflect youth opinions in their policies.
National Science Museum Gwacheon to Hold Dome Concert 'Dareui Bureum' on August 16
The National Science Museum Gwacheon announced that the immersive science musical 'Dareui Bureum' will be held at the planetarium on August 16.
Ministry of Science and ICT Launches 'Modu-ui AI Seongjang Sadari' – Learning, Development and Startups in One Place
The Ministry of Science and ICT held the launch ceremony for the Modu-ui AI Seongjang Sadari Project at the National Gwangju Science Museum on August 3 and announced the integrated opening of the Modu-ui AI Baeumteo, Modu-ui AI Silheomsil and Modu-ui AI Lounge.
National AI Computing Center Breaks Ground in Haenam Solaseado, Targets 2028 Completion
The Ministry of Science and ICT held a groundbreaking ceremony for the National AI Computing Center at the Solaseado Data Center Park in Haenam on August 3.
Public Procurement Service Significantly Lowers Barriers to Public Procurement of AI Products
The Public Procurement Service has lowered barriers to public procurement by removing the requirement for a performance record of at least 30 million won for new entry into multiple-award schedule (MAS) contracts for AI products.
Saemangeum Block 3·7·8 Designated as Comprehensive Customs Zone… Supporting Hyundai's 9 Trillion Won Investment
On August 4, the Saemangeum Development and Investment Agency and the Korea Customs Service designated Saemangeum National Industrial Complex Block 3·7·8, measuring 6.0 km² (1.81 million pyeong), as a comprehensive customs zone.
AI transformation of manufacturing: 'M.AX' proves its worth on the ground
The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources announced on August 4, in conjunction with its work report, the results and future plans of M.AX, the AI transformation strategy for manufacturing.
Deputy Prime Minister Gu Yun-cheol: "Solid real economic trends continue"…Economic monitoring strengthened with focus on Emergency Economic Headquarters
The government held a meeting of the Emergency Economic Headquarters, a joint economic ministers' meeting and a special task force of ministers on living-cost price management at the Government Complex Seoul on July 31 to discuss key issues.
Incheon City Opens 24-Hour Loneliness Counseling Hotline to Make It a City Where No One Suffers Alone
Incheon City held an opening ceremony for its 24-hour loneliness counseling hotline on August 4, and the service will begin on August 5.
Incheon to conduct 2026 social survey of 9,000 households
Incheon Metropolitan City will conduct the 2026 Incheon Metropolitan City Social Survey from August 3 to September 16.
Incheon Pentaport Festival Cuts 2.7 Tons of Single-Use Waste with 190,000 Reusable Containers
Incheon Metropolitan City said it reduced about 2.7 tons of single-use household waste by operating 190,000 reusable containers at the Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival.
Jung-gu completes Myeong-dong landscape upgrade, adds rest spaces
Jung-gu, Seoul, said on the 4th that it has completed the Myeong-dong Landscape Improvement Project, which began in November last year.
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[History Is Alive - Goguryeo Edition] Episode 17: The Death of Yeon Gaesomun - The Start of Internal Strife
The 17th episode of the history series examines how Goguryeo began to falter after Yeon Gaesomun died in 665, as his sons fought for power.
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[Silver Bridge] Volume 3 · Chapter 12 · A Story That Began With a Glimpse of a Couple in Their Seventies Holding Hands
Beginning with a glimpse of a couple in their seventies holding hands at a senior welfare center, the author introduces Chapter 12 of the book "Silver Bridge," which deals with late-life romance.
Michuhol-gucheong Shooting Team's Pyeon Ahae Wins National Championship With New Record
Pyeon Ahae of the Michuhol-gucheong Shooting Team won the women's individual 50m three-position event at the Korean National Police Agency Commissioner General Cup National Shooting Championship.
Michuhol-gu Receives 250 Children's Garments from Aidle Corporation
The Michuhol-gu Welfare Policy Division said on the 4th that it had received 250 children's garments from Aidle Corporation Co., Ltd., a company specializing in children's clothing.
Ongjin-gun Dream Start Holds Ecological Learning Trip to Zoo for Island Children
Ongjin-gun held an ecological learning trip with elementary school-age Dream Start children at Jureongjureong Zoo in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul.
Jemulpo-gu Culture and Sports Center to Stage 'Sunye & Prelude' as Third Installment of Toegeunhu N Series
Jemulpo-gu Culture and Sports Center will hold 'Day Off', a collaboration between Sunye and jazz band Prelude, on the 19th as the third performance of the Toegeunhu N Series.
