Korea Joongang Daily
Korea JoongAng Daily

Heavy rain to hit Korea from Friday as temperatures drop

Much of Korea will see significant rainfall on Friday, with daytime temperatures dropping below seasonal averages by as much as 7 degrees Celsius (44 Fahrenheit).

2025-05-08

Korean Olympic chief pushes 2036 Summer Games bid in meeting with IOC

The Korean Olympic chief promoted Jeonju's 2036 Summer Olympics bid in meetings with International Olympic Committee officials in Switzerland.

2025-04-09

New 'study village' breathes life into shrinking rural community in South Jeolla

Jangheung County has created a 'study village' for families relocating for education, constructing prefabricated homes to reinvigorate the community, which has grown to 43 residents, including 18 students since March.

2025-04-06

[WEEKEND GETAWAY] Five less-crowded spots for a peaceful spring stroll

For those looking for a lesser-known retreat to visit this spring, the Korea JoongAng Daily has compiled a list of five quieter, less crowded spots to enjoy nature at their own pace.

2025-03-28

University faces backlash over freshman orientation attendance policy

A private university in North Jeolla is facing backlash after one of its departments announced that freshmen who fail to attend a school event could face disadvantages, including restrictions on scholarships.

2025-03-07

North Jeolla opens Global Start-up Immigration Center to assist foreign entrepreneurs

North Jeolla has opened a support center to assist foreign entrepreneurs in successfully operating businesses in the region, marking the first such center established outside of Seoul.

2025-03-07

Korea's North Jeolla to bid for 2036 Summer Olympics

North Jeolla has been chosen as Korea's candidate for the 2036 Summer Olympics, receiving 49 votes against Seoul's 11. The bid emphasizes regional development and solidarity.

2025-03-02

Five rescued, seven missing after fishing boat catches fire off North Jeolla

Five crew members were rescued while seven remain missing after a fire broke out on a fishing boat near Hawangdeung Island in Buan County, North Jeolla, Thursday.

2025-02-13

Four dead, six missing after fishing boat capsizes off Korea's southern coast

Four sailors died and six are missing after a Korean fishing boat reportedly capsized and sank off the coast of Habaek Island in Yeosu, South Jeolla, early Sunday.

2025-02-09

Firefighters investigate traditional pavilion fire in North Jeolla

Firefighters investigate on Feb. 2 the cause of a blaze that burned down Sangjeru, a traditional pavilion, on Deogyu Mountain, North Jeolla, earlier that morning. Fire authorities said arson is unlikely.

2025-02-02