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K-Words You Need to Know ② Eong-Ddeu (엉뜨)

　A must-have winter item for Korean drivers is seat warmers, affectionately called "eong-ddeu."　Eong-ddeu, meaning "warm butt," also refers to an internet meme about Busan's relatively mild winter cli...

Ji Minkyeom  |  2025-02-10

Commemorating 80 years of freedom at BMCHM

　The Busan Modern Contemporary History Museum is hosting "Memory Box of the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea" until Feb. 23.　Organized to mark the 80th anniversary of Korea's liberation...

Ji Minkyeom  |  2025-02-10

Stay vigilant to prevent the spread of winter viruses

　This winter, cases of influenza and norovirus are surging nationwide. Additionally, measles infections are on the rise worldwide.　The following measures can help protect you and your loved ones from ...

Ji Minkyeom  |  2025-02-10

Free Korean language classes for foreign residents

부산글로벌도시재단, 한국어 강좌 1학기 수강신청 오픈!

The Busan Global City Foundation is accepting registrations for its 15-week Korean language courses until Feb. 14. The program is open to foreign residents with long-term visas. Classes run from March...

Song Soomi  |  2025-02-06

February 2025 Cultural Events

2월 문화행사 일정

February is full of romantic cultural events to help you celebrate Valentine’s Day with loved ones.Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy

Song Soomi  |  2025-02-04

Commemorating 80 years of freedom at BMCHM

광복 80주년 순회전시 '대한민국 임시정부 기억상자'

source: visitbusanThe Busan Modern Contemporary History Museum is hosting “Memory Box of the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea” on the first floor of its main building until Feb. 23.Orga...

Song Soomi  |  2025-01-27

Special exhibition explores Native American history and culture

부산시립박물관 전시 '우리가 인디언으로 알던 사람들'

source: visitbusanThe Busan Museum is hosting a special exhibition titled “Cultures and Histories of Indigenous People in North America” until Feb. 16.The Indigenous peoples of North America encompass...

Song Soomi  |  2025-01-27

Busan offers financial support for families welcoming newborns

부산시, 2025년 산후조리경비 100만 원 지원

Families with babies born this year are eligible to receive financial support to help manage maternal and infant healthcare costs. Under the program, parents can receive up to 1 million won per newbor...

Song Soomi  |  2025-01-27

Busan goes all-out to ensure a happy and healthy Lunar New Year

설 명절 도움이 되는 정보

source: visitbusanWith the Lunar New Year coming soon, Busan Metropolitan City has implemented 79 detailed measures to ensure citizens and visitors have a safe, prosperous and enjoyable holiday.[Econo...

Song Soomi  |  2025-01-22

BeFM reaches 100,000 YouTube subscribers

부산영어방송 유튜브 구독자 10만 돌파!

Busan English Broadcasting (BeFM) has reached a remarkable milestone, hitting 100,000 subscribers on its YouTube channel, the highest among local radio channels in Busan. This achievement particularly...

Song Soomi  |  2025-01-21