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Man forced into years of labor at salt farm wins partial victory in civil lawsuit

A man with an intellectual disability who was forced into years of labor at a salt farm in Shinan County, South Jeolla, won a partial victory in a civil lawsuit against the state for failing to protect his rights.

2025-11-24

Ferry forensics

Investigators inspect the Queen Jenuvia II on Nov. 20.

2025-11-20

Navigator in Shinan County ferry incident allegedly on phone at the helm

The navigator of the Queen Jenuvia 2 ferry that ran aground off the southwestern coast on Wednesday night was allegedly "texting while driving" and left the ship on autopilot, initial investigations revealed Thursday.

2025-11-20

U.S. embassy investigating exploitation at salt farm in South Jeolla: Report

The U.S. Embassy in Korea has reportedly begun an investigation into the alleged exploitation of intellectually disabled individuals in Shinan, South Jeolla, according to a report by broadcaster SBS on Tuesday.

2025-11-19

Owner of salt farm arrested for exploiting worker with intellectual disability

The owner of a salt farm on an island in South Jeolla was arrested for exploiting a worker with an intellectual disability by working them without pay for over a decade.

2025-11-11

Olafur Eliasson's 'Breathing earth sphere' seeks to breathe new life into Shinan County

Icelandic-Danish artist Olafur Eliasson unveiled his sculpture "Breathing earth sphere" in Shinan County, South Jeolla, as part of an initiative to revive the region through art, combating population decline and aging.

2024-11-17

Shinan's 'Graffiti Town' brings renowned street artists to rural Korea

Paris-based graffiti artist JonOne is participating in the 'Graffiti Town' project in Shinan County that aims to bring street art to rural areas and boost tourism. The project continues until 2026.

2024-07-24

[WEEKEND GETAWAY] Budget-friendly ways to see more of Korea

There's plenty of ways to have fun without breaking the bank in Korea. Here are four cost-efficient travel destinations that also offer unique experiences, as recommended by the Korea Tourism Organization.

2022-10-28