Korea Joongang Daily
Korea JoongAng Daily

Families travel for the Lunar New Year holiday

A family walks on a platform before boarding a high-speed train at Seoul Station in central Seoul on Jan. 26, the second day of the Lunar New Year holiday period, also known as Seollal.

2025-01-26

4.25 million cars to hit the road for holiday travel with heavy snow forecast

Some 4.25 million cars will hit the road over the extended Lunar New Year holiday, subjecting travelers to exponentially longer times in traffic.

2025-01-26

At Indian Embassy's 76th Republic Day, ambassador looks to future ties with Korea

The Indian Embassy in Korea held an event Jan. 23 to celebrate its 76th Republic Day in Seocho District, southern Seoul.

2025-01-26

Sales, customers at McDonald’s drive-through services double on Lunar New Year

Sales and customer numbers using a drive-through service at McDonald’s more than doubled during the Lunar New Year holidays on average in Korea, the fast food franchise said Friday.

2025-01-24

Trendy Seollal gift sets combine traditional Korean elegance with a modern flare

With the Lunar New Year just around the corner, it’s time to think about gifts. The tradition of giving during Seollal dates back to the Joseon Dynasty, with the practice intended to ward off misfortunes while wishing for a prosperous new year.

2025-01-24

Acting President Choi urges officials to ensure emergency medical services during Lunar New Year

Acting President Choi Sang-mok on Friday urged officials to focus their efforts on maintaining the country's emergency medical system during the upcoming holiday amid a prolonged conflict between the government and the medical community.

2025-01-24

Gucci unveils chic leather selection for Lunar New Year

Ahead of Korea’s New Year Seollal holiday, which starts Jan. 27, Italian luxury fashion house Gucci unveiled a sampling of leather products that add chic charm to its classic designs.

2025-01-24

Your Seollal schedule: A full moon of sports to catch this Lunar New Year

The Lunar New Year break features extensive sports events, including European football matches, V League volleyball, PGA and LPGA tournaments and traditional ssireum contests.

2025-01-23

Heavy snow expected nationwide during Lunar New Year holiday

On Monday, a temporary holiday, a low-pressure system is expected to develop near China's Shandong Province, bringing snow or rain nationwide. Precipitation will begin in western areas and gradually spread across the country.

2025-01-23

Nearly 17,000 clinics and hospitals to remain open during Lunar New Year

The Ministry of Health and Welfare on Thursday announced that some 16,815 medical clinics and hospitals will remain open across the country daily during the Lunar New Year holiday season starting Saturday.

2025-01-23