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Poongsan's military ammunition gains attention due to war in Ukraine
SEOUL -- Poongsan Corp., a producer of fabricated non-ferrous metal products and military ammunition in South Korea, has been a hermitic company with little publicity. However, its defense business gained unexpected attention due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The company has produced almost all kinds of ammunition used in the military. Poongsan has secured its exclusive position in South Korea's military ammunition market since it jumped into the production of bullets
November 11, 2022 -
Traditional Korean board game earns title of National Intangible Cultural Heritage
SEOUL -- Yut Nori, a traditional Korean dice-stick board game, was designated as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage. The board game that was passed on from the first century is also enjoyed by families of the current generations during traditional New Year celebration festivities. The traditional board game consists of four dice-like sticks called "Yut" and a rectangular board called "Mal-pan," which is normally made of cloth or hard paper. There are four s
November 11, 2022 -
Korea Seven creates metaverse store to host music festivals and events
SEOUL -- The South Korean operator of global convenience store franchise 7-Eleven launched a virtual store where visitors can enjoy entertainment performances and events on a metaverse platform created by SK Telecom, a top mobile carrier. Food products such as ramen noodles and beer were recreated into chairs so that visitors can sit and consume various content. Ifland has showcased the performances of many indie bands and musicians, using volumetric capture technology that uses ma
November 11, 2022 -
Seoul to install EV chargers in state-owned idle spaces
SEOUL -- In a bid to speed up the distribution of electric vehicles, Seoul will install EV chargers in state-owned idle spaces managed by a public asset management company. After selecting operators, EV chargers will be installed in collaboration with a state-run green energy management agency. As a state project to achieve net-zero carbon dioxide emissions by 2050, Seoul will replace 10 percent of diesel vehicles with EVs by 2026. About 45,000 EVs were registered in Seoul as of Ma
November 10, 2022 -
Hyundai Mobis partners with southern province to build integrated logistics center for car parts
SEOUL -- To establish a stable distribution network in South Korea's southeastern region with some 12.7 million population, car parts maker Hyundai Mobis has partnered with local governments to build a mega-sized logistics center. Hyundai Mobis currently operates four logistics centers and 22 car parts distribution centers across the country. The company provides after-service car parts for Hyundai and Kia vehicles. The company recorded sales of some 41.7 trillion won ($30.1 bi
November 10, 2022 -
Researchers develop detoxification coating material for chemical warfare agents
SEOUL -- Researchers have developed a detoxification coating material for chemical warfare agents. The coating material can be sprayed onto equipment or manufactured in form of films and fabric to protect personnel and equipment from toxic substances. Extremely toxic chemical warfare agents (CMAs) pose a critical threat to humanity as only a small dose could cause critically destructive results. However, protection against such toxic materials is very limited. Carbon-based filters
November 10, 2022 -
KT makes strategic investment in vocal biomarker technology company Sonde Health
SEOUL -- South Korea's top telecom company KT will enhance the competitiveness of the artificial intelligence-based health diagnosis business through a strategic investment in Sonde Health, a United States-based digital medicine company specializing in the detection of various diseases such as mental health and respiratory disorders through the analysis of voices. Demands for voice-based health monitoring are steadily increasing as non-face-to-face medical treatments have gaine
November 10, 2022 -
Researchers develop super-compact ultrasound neuromodulation system
SEOUL -- South Korean researchers have developed a super-compact ultrasound neuromodulation system that is the size of a finer digit capable of being worn by a freely behaving rodent's head. The neuromodulation system unit has the potential to allow explorative studies in the treatment of brain diseases and accelerate the widespread adoption of neuromodulation using ultrasound. Transcranial-focused ultrasound stimulation (tFUS) is an effective non-invasive treatment method for
November 10, 2022 -
Makeup brand LUNA makes foray into Japanese offline cosmetics market with concealer
SEOUL -- In an effort to attract more Japanese consumers and expand sales channels, Aekyung, a major hygiene and cosmetics maker in South Korea, launched LUNA, a cosmetics brand, at major offline stores in Japan. Aekyung's concealer lineup capable of hiding skin blemishes has already gained popularity in the Japanese e-commerce market. In 2021, LUNA made a foray into major online platforms in the island country including Qoo10 Japan and Amazon Japan. The cosmetics product calle
November 10, 2022 -
CJ Feed & Care rolls out livestock manure-based organic fertilizer in Vietnam
SEOUL -- CJ Feed & Care, a livestock feed corporation affiliated with CJ Cheil Jedang, released an organic fertilizer using pigs' excrement in Vietnam where chemical fertilizers are still mainly used. Through the eco-friendly fertilizer that reduces greenhouse gas emissions, the company aims to gain a competitive advantage in the Southeast Asian fertilizer market. The organic fertilizer called "ECO POWER1" was made by decomposing and maturing the livestock manure.
November 9, 2022
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'Trump factor' weighs on defense cost talks
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LG Chem to share water purification technology with Saudi Arabia
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Korea's Ramyeon exports hit record high in first quarter
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Yoon, opposition leader sit down for talks for first time
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Price of Korean seaweed skyrockets amid growing demand overseas
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Dongwon F&B, Konkuk University join hands to develop safe pet food
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Korea sees 22% surge in moonlighting workers during 1st quarter
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Korea Western Power secures electricity supply deal in UAE
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Seoul unveils new slogan for iconic landmark 'Dongdaemun Design Plaza'
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VIDEO: Dongdaemun Design Plaza celebrates 10th anniversary