Seoul Transportation and Culture
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Seoul plans to build six new urban railway lines to enhance northern and southern transportation. The city will also host public viewing events for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, urging residents to use public transit. Exhibitions by realism artists are dominating Seoul's summer art scene.
Seoul Rental Market Sees Rise in Non-Apartment Contract Renewals Amid Price Surge
- Rent renewal rates for non-apartment housing in Seoul, including villas and officetels, have increased significantly due to rising apartment rental prices. - Villa monthly rent price index in the Seoul metropolitan area hit a record high in May, with renewal contracts rising to 33.2% from 28.1% a year prior. - The government plans to increase the supply of non-apartment rental housing to stabili…
Ruling party slams government over Seoul rental crisis: 'Is it just repeating optimism?'
- The ruling People Power Party criticized the government's response to a worsening housing rental crisis in Seoul. - The party accused the government of repeating optimistic rhetoric instead of addre…
Nongshim Opens First 'Shin Ramyun Restaurant' in Seoul
- Nongshim has opened its first "Shin Ramyun Restaurant" in the Seongsu-dong district of Seoul. - The restaurant offers unique experiences like creating custom ramen cups and tasting overseas-exclusiv…
Human Rights Chief Withdraws from Seoul Queer Festival, Citing Booth Dispute
- National Human Rights Commission Chairperson Ahn Chang-ho will not attend the Seoul Queer Culture Festival or a counter-protest event, reversing a previous statement. - Ahn's decision follows the fa…
Seoul 2028 G20 Summit: Towards a New Paradigm of Global Solidarity
- The article reflects on South Korea's transformation since the 2010 G20 Seoul Summit, highlighting its rise as a cultural powerhouse. - It suggests Seoul could host the G20 Summit again in 2028, pro…