Recovery from South Korean data centre fire to take longer than expected
Fire at South Korea’s central data hub exposes major gaps in government IT backup systems.
Lee Jung-joo
South Korean government struggles to restore services after data centre blaze
A total of 647 government information systems are housed at the NIRS in Daejeon, of which 96 have been confirmed as directly damaged by the fire.
Prosecutors seek death penalty for teacher who killed 1st grader in South Korea’s Daejeon
According to the Act on the Aggravated Punishment of Specific Crimes under South Korean law, the murder of a child under the age of 13 after abduction or enticement is punishable…
Korea is requiring drinks companies use recycled plastic in their bottles — but is it safe?
Mandate to use recycled plastic in bottled water, beverage packaging to take effect in January.
Mosquitoes return as weather cools in South Korea
According to experts, Korea began to observe a shift in the seasons for mosquitoes in 2020, with the change in mosquito activity possibly due to the “shift in rising…
How locals in South Korea’s Gangneung are coping with prolonged drought
In online communities, users were found exchanging survival tips on how they are managing amid the prolonged drought.
Seoul mayor unveils plan to boost life expectancy by 3 years
Mayor Oh Se-hoon unveiled Seoul’s citywide health initiative, seeking to make healthier diets and regular exercise everyday habits through expanded health facilities, healthier…
Parents turn to safety devices amid string of kidnapping attempts in Seoul
Online retailers report a surge in sales of safety devices for children, including whistles and alarms. Local media say sales of these items have risen roughly 10 percent in…
La Nina likely this fall, may bring extreme weather to Korea
Compared to average temperatures from previous years, Korea may see warmer-than-usual conditions in September and October, followed by colder conditions in November.
Seoul moves ahead with 1st K-pop venue, opening set for 2027
Seoul Arena is slated to become the capital city’s first concert hall capable of hosting over 20,000 spectators, with the city government seeking to fill a large gap in the…