Tips for preventing damage from natural disasters for myself and my family's safety. With heavy rainfall causing nationwide damage this summer, it is important to prioritize the safety of ourselves and our families by understanding weather forecast terms and disaster prevention measures. Heavy rainfall, known as "hoou" in Korean, can lead to accidents such as landslides, flooding, and power outages, making it potentially dangerous. Therefore, the Korea Meteorological Administration provides information in advance through different levels of warnings based on specific criteria to prepare for sa
The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) stated on the 23rd that "regardless of the current situation, plans to continue the import restrictions on Japanese food are in place." The MFDS has prohibited imports of seafood from 8 prefectures, including Fukushima, and 27 agricultural products from 15 prefectures since September 2013, following the release of hundreds of tons of contaminated water daily after the Fukushima nuclear accident in 2011. According to the MFDS, the World Trade Organization (WTO) ruled in favor of South Korea in the WTO dispute with Japan in April 2019, confirming the i
On the 24th, during the 4th Regulatory Innovation Strategy Meeting, the Ministry of Justice unveiled the "Visa Killer Regulation Reform Plan" that aims to foster economic growth by expanding the skilled foreign workforce (E-7-4), strengthening post-graduate link employment for international students, and supporting settlements for outstanding talents in advanced fields. First and foremost, the quota for skilled foreign workers (E-7-4) transitioning has been drastically expanded from the existing 2,000 to 35,000, marking a 17.5-fold increase. The policy emphasizes the selection of exceptional c
A typhoon refers to a tropical low-pressure system that originates in the western North Pacific and is characterized by a maximum wind speed of over 17 m/s near its center, accompanied by intense storms. Typhoons result from the need to eliminate thermal imbalances caused by the fact that equatorial regions receive more solar heat than polar regions. In order to mitigate this, warm air from low-latitude areas absorbs moisture from the sea, leading to strong winds and heavy rainfall. This meteorological phenomenon moves towards higher latitudes. Once the seed of a typhoon forms, the ascending a
The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs has announced that from August 7th to September 30th, a "voluntary pet dog registration declaration period" will be in operation in order to promote pet dog registration and update registration information. Even if a pet dog subject to registration requirements has not been registered, no fines will be imposed if the registration is voluntarily declared during this period. However, it is important to note that after the period ends, local governments plan to conduct intensive inspections for one month starting in October. Pet dogs aged two mo
In South Korea, there is a tradition of consuming nourishing food during the three hottest periods between July and August, known as "Sam-bok," which includes Cho-bok, Jung-bok, and Mal-bok. Samgyetang, a chicken ginseng soup, is one of the representative dishes eaten for stamina replenishment during the hot days of Bok-nal. Sam-bok originated from ancient China's Jin Dynasty, where the Emperor held three summer ancestral rites between the sixth and seventh lunar months and distributed meat to his servants. It is said that this tradition gave rise to the practice of consuming nutritious food d
Starting from July 1st, the restricted no-parking zones will be expanded, and vehicles illegally parked on sidewalks for more than 10 minutes will be subject to fines. The restricted no-parking zones include pedestrian crossings, within 10 meters of bus stops, within 5 meters of fire hydrants, within 5 meters of corners at intersections, and in front of elementary school entrances. Additionally, sidewalks and child protection zones will be added to these areas. Of a vehicle is parked in these zones, fines can be imposed without enforcement officers being on the scene through a resident reporti
Starting from June 28th, South Korea will unify the social and legal age calculation method to "International age" (known as "man nai" in Korean). The existing age calculations used in South Korea include three different methods: "Korean age," "International age," and "Year age." The age commonly used in social contexts refers to the "Korean age" that counts from the day of birth, starting from 1 year old. From then on, on January 1st of each new year, an additional year is added. However, this process resulted in cases where individuals born on December 31st would immediately turn 1 year old
If you are using a mobile phone, check if you qualify for a 25% discount on telecommunication fees and take advantage of the benefits. Even multicultural and foreign families can receive these benefits if they meet the criteria. The 25% discount on telecommunication fees was introduced in October 2014 under the Mobile Communications Terminal Distribution Structure Improvement Act, aiming to reduce the burden of communication fees. It is a system that provides a similar fee discount to device subsidies. The initial discount rate was 20%, but it was increased to 25% from September 2017. The 25%
The childcare support payment program provides support for families raising infants and toddlers, specifically targeting those who hold Korean nationality and resident registration numbers. The childcare support payment system supports infants and toddlers attending childcare centers from the age of 0 to 5 and applies to individuals who have applied for childcare support payments from local government authorities. When converting from home care allowance to childcare support payment, if the application is made before the 15th day, the payment will be provided from the application date for that
Gyeonggi-do is recruiting participants for the Gyeonggi-do Youth Worker Account, which supports the economic self-reliance of diligent young workers in Gyeonggi-do. The Gyeonggi-do Youth Worker Account is a program where young residents of Gyeonggi-do maintain employment for 2 years and save 100,000 KRW per month. In addition to the monthly savings, Gyeonggi Province provides an additional 142,000 KRW per month as a support fund. After 2 years, participants will receive a total of 5.8 million KRW, including 1 million KRW in local currency. The program is open to young workers aged 18 to 34 res
The National Research Institute of Maritime Cultural Heritage (NRIMCH; Director: Kim Seong-bae), an affiliate of the Cultural Heritage Administration of Korea, will host the special exhibition A Museum Splashed with Color and Shining Maritime Cultural Heritage presenting 108 selected works from the second Children’s Maritime Cultural Heritage Art Contest. The exhibition will be held in the Special Exhibition Gallery at the Mokpo Maritime Museum from May 5 (Fri.) through June 6 (Tue.). The NRIMCH began hosting its Children’s Maritime Cultural Heritage Art Contest last year. This year, the conte
Sweet and delicious fruits are great for providing the body with essential nutrients, but they can also lead to weight gain due to their high sugar content. Some fruits that can cause weight gain include mangoes, melons, bananas, and watermelons. Mangoes are rich in vitamin C, but they are also high in calories and sugar, which is why they are often avoided by people on a diet. Melons are fruits that are high in calories, with about 38kcal per 100g, and they have a cooling effect on the body, which can slow down metabolism and lead to weight gain. They contain a lot of sugar in their sweet jui
General income tax is a tax on income such as earnings, interest, dividends, and pensions received over the past year. The May general income tax is also called year-end settlement without the four major insurances, and let's look at the tips for reducing general income tax. Many people wonder about the difference between general income tax and year-end settlement. General income tax refers to individuals who create sales and expenses individually, such as self-employed individuals, or freelancers who withhold 3.3% of their income and expenses and file a report. In contrast, year-end settlemen
Korea National University of Cultural Heritage (President Kang Kyung-hwan) and the Royal University of Fine Arts in Cambodia (President Heng Sophany) will sign a memorandum of understanding on April 5 at 9 a.m. (local time in Cambodia) for enhancing professional students and promoting cultural exchange in the field of cultural heritage. The Cambodian Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts proposed two universities that the agreement for capacity building and educational training in the field of cultural heritage and for promoting academic and research exchanges during an online meeting on March 30,