Rocket Nuri. Photo by Korean Aerospace Research Institute.
"Is This How Our Country Operates?" Key Figures of Rocket Nuri Express Concern Over New Space Agency Proposal
There's a rising tide of opposition towards establishing a new space agency. The engineers of the Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI), who had devotedly achieved the success of the Nuri spacecraft, feel sidelined by the proposal. They criticize the move as an attempt to create a second KARI. The engineers view the national space development strategy as mere political rhetoric targeted at the public, leading to doubts about the nation's governance.
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"Youngsters from Metropolitan Universities Less Likely to Marry Compared to Their Provincial Peers"
According to the latest Korean Health and Social Study report, young adults attending universities in metropolitan areas have a decreased likelihood of getting married compared to those in provincial universities. This conclusion is based on data that tracks youth transition from schools to the labor market from 2007 to 2020.
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"500-Year-Old Persimmon Tree in Uiryeong Bears Fruit, Local Community Hopeful for Good Tidings"
A remarkable event has occurred in Uiryeong County, Gyeongnam: a 500-year-old persimmon tree, known as the oldest in South Korea, has borne over 50 persimmons. This occurrence, the first in three years since 2020, has stoked positive anticipation among the local residents.
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"Mathematicians Warn: The 2028 College Scholastic Ability Test Reform by the Yoon Administration May Undermine Advanced Technologies"
The Korean Mathematical Society has warned about the Yoon Suk Yeol government's reform proposal for the 2028 College Scholastic Ability Test. They caution that the plan, which aims to reduce the math subject and introduce elective topics, could jeopardize technical colleges and trigger a collapse in advanced technologies.
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"Increase in Medical School Admissions: Solution to 'ER Ping-Pong' or Avoidance of Certain Specialties?"
Efforts are underway to tackle the skewing of medical specializations due to challenges in the healthcare environment. Among the measures being considered are adjustments to the staffing quotas for national hospitals and the relaxation of wage restrictions. The sector still faces multiple unresolved issues.
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"Lotte Group Boosts Birthrate with Parental Leave Policy Over a Decade"
Amidst Korea's declining birthrate, the Lotte Group has successfully boosted its rate over the past ten years through its automatic parental leave policy. Recognized as one of the first companies to introduce the female automatic parental leave system, Lotte's initiative contributes to countering the low birthrate challenge.
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"Former US Ambassador to South Korea Advises Strengthened Deterrence Policy"
Former US Ambassador to South Korea, Harry Harris, emphasizes Korea's need to bolster its deterrence policy. He warns that if these measures aren't intensified, South Korea might venture into its own nuclear development.
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"Enhancing Mobility Rights for the Transportation-Disadvantaged through AI-based Data Analysis"
The government is looking to employ AI data analysis to optimize vehicle dispatching to support those facing transportation challenges. With this initiative, their mobility is expected to become more efficient. Pioneering this research using Daejeon as a model represents a significant advancement in aiding the smooth movement of the transportation disadvantaged.
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"Big Tech Steps into Freight Brokerage Emphasizing 'Transparency' Amid Concerns of Becoming 'Super Bosses'"
ICT companies are venturing into the freight transport service market, promising increased transparency. This shift is anticipated to improve profits for vehicle owners and decrease malpractices within the freight transport industry. However, there are growing concerns about potential fee hikes for platform usage, especially if smaller platforms either shut down or are acquired and merged with larger entities.
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"'Asia Materials Data Symposium' Kicks Off in Daegu After Four Years"
DITEK Research Institute is hosting the Asia Materials Data Symposium. The event will focus on the four major materials: metals, ceramics, chemicals, and textiles. Institutions from four countries – South Korea, Japan, Vietnam, and China – are joining hands, aiming to forge global collaborative efforts in convergent technologies within the materials industry.
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"Experience 'Human Space' through AI & Augmented Reality at 'Sefarium' Exhibition"
Tim Pearl is set to unveil its 'Separium' exhibition at the Mullae Arts Factory, running until November 5th. 'Separium' is an art exhibit that delves into the relationship between humans and nature. Attendees can immerse themselves in various experiences, including virtual simulations, AI, and augmented reality.
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"Rural Development Administration: Greenhouse Heating & Cooling Costs Reduced by 78% Using Solar & Geothermal Energy"
The Rural Development Administration has successfully developed a technology that utilizes solar and geothermal energy to cut greenhouse heating and cooling expenses by a whopping 78%. This innovative approach uses solar and thermal panels installed on just 10% of the greenhouse land to produce hot water.
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"Development of High-Efficiency Thermoelectric Generators to Boost the Performance of Spacecraft's Nuclear Batteries"
The Korea Electric Research Institute has designed a novel thermoelectric generator to enhance the efficiency of spacecraft's nuclear batteries. Having received performance verification from the German Aerospace Center, this groundbreaking technology can convert radiation energy into electricity.
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"Galaxy Z Flip4 Hits 10 Million Sales Milestone in South Korea!"
Samsung Electronics' Galaxy Z Flip4 has achieved a landmark of 10 million sales in South Korea. Demonstrating considerable success in the foldable phone market, this accomplishment underscores Samsung's formidable leadership.
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"Ministry of Science and ICT Teams Up with the National Intelligence Service: Exploring Opportunities with Space Big Data"
The government is harnessing satellite information to uncover the potential prospects of the future. Hosting the 'Satellite Utilization Conference 2023' in Seoul, diverse participants are converging to share their insights. This year's theme? "Leveraging Space Big Data and Building a Global Network."
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"Cyber Crisis Alert Remains at 'Caution' for 19 Months; Raises Concerns of Complacency"
The cyber crisis alert has been consistently set at 'caution' for 1 year and 7 months. This prolonged state of alert could lead to a sense of security complacency. Voices are being raised, emphasizing the need for more detailed criteria for issuing these alerts.
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"Developers Say Goodbye to Companies Sooner Due to 'This Reason'"
Developers believe that a tenure of around three years at a single company seems just about right. According to a survey by 'Careerly', 87% of respondents felt that working for about three years in one place was appropriate.
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"NAND Prices Set for a Revival - Predicted to Rise 8-13% by Year's End"
NAND flash memory prices are anticipated to witness an 8-13% surge as the year draws to a close. This could spell better profit margins for memory semiconductor firms.
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"Jeju's First Public-Led Offshore Wind Power Project in Handong & Pyeongdae to Begin Next Year"
The Jeju Energy Corporation is spearheading a public-led offshore wind power project in Jeju and has chosen the Korea East-West Power Consortium as its negotiation partner. With plans to break ground next year, an investment of KRW 590 billion is earmarked to set up a 105 MW power generation complex.
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