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[Unlock English with Movies] Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you are gonna get.

 "Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you are gonna get." in the Forrest Gump, 1994."인생은 초콜릿 상자와도 같아. 상자를 열기 전까지는 어떤 맛이 들어 있을지 모르지."And that’s the beauty of life, every piece is a new surprise.Each one brings a chance to smile and grow.Editor: Song Soomi

Free Autonomous Bus Test Operations in Osiria Tourism Complex Beginning September 16

Free Autonomous Bus Test Operations in Osiria Tourism Complex Beginning September 16□ Busan Metropolitan City is conducting autonomous bus trials within the Osiria Tourism Complex for both locals and visitors from September 16 until the end of December, ahead of the official start date in January 2026.○ The buses run on weekdays between 09:45 and 17:55, with intervals scheduled to align with train arrivals at Osiria Station.○ Trips originate and terminate at the Autonomous Bus Stop in front of Osiria Station on the Donghae Line, covering two routes within the East Busan Tourism Complex.○ Rides are free of charge during the trial period; standard bus fares will apply from January 2026.□ The fleet consists of four Level 3* autonomous electric buses, each with a maximum capacity of 15 passengers.*Conditional automation: vehicles perform all tasks without human intervention on highways or under specific circumstances○ Every bus is staffed with a test driver and a safety manager to handle unexpected situations promptly. Some sections adopt manual driving to ensure safety.□ In preparation for the full rollout in January 2026, the city will collect data from the pilot program to verify technical stability and refine service quality based on citizen feedback.□ The Osiria Tourism Complex was designated as an experimental site for driverless technology in 2022. Busan secured national funding to build the necessary infrastructure and has undertaken internal testing since July 10, 2025.○ Operating Dates: Tuesday, September 16–Wednesday, December 31, 2025- 09:30–18:30 (first departure at 09:45)- Monday–Friday (closed on the first Friday of the month)○ Fleet: Four 15-seaters (two per route)○ Routes- A: 35-minute loop, 16 runs a dayOsiria Station → Osiria Station, Busan National Science Museum Entrance → Busan National Science Museum → Lotte Mall → IKEA → Osiria Station- B: 50-minute loop, 12 runs a dayOsiria Station → Lotte Mall → East Bu

Gwangalli Skateboard Festa from September 1–October 31

Gwangalli Skateboard Festa from September 1–October 31The Gwangalli Skateboard Festa will run from Monday, September 1 to Friday, October 31, 2025, at the Gwangalli SUP Zone.A 27 × 11.1-meter skateboarding facility, designed for tricks, curves, spins, and jumps, will be installed on Gwangalli Beach. It will operate every day as a practice space with safety staff on site. On weekends, complimentary beginner classes will provide structured instructions on posture and obstacle techniques.The Suyeong-gu Mayor’s Cup Skateboarding National Championship will be held on Friday, September 26 and Saturday, September 27, 2025, where top boarders will demonstrate superb skills and performances.Once considered a pastime for younger generations, skateboarding rose to worldwide prominence after its debut at the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics. The festival aims to channel that momentum into Gwangalli, positioning skateboarding as a cultural platform that reflects youthful creativity and vibrancy.Suyeong-gu seeks to present a compelling event that fuses youth culture and sports against the scenic beach backdrop, while fostering sports tourism and invigorating the local economy and businesses.Culture Tourism Division ☎ 610-4514○ Practice Space: September 1–October 31, daily 10:00–18:00- Next to the Gwangalli SUP Zone- Protective gear required; safety team on duty○ Beginner Classes: Saturdays and Sundays, September 6–October 26, 14:00–17:00- Ages 7–49- 50-minute sessions- Free equipment rental- Promenade in front of Samik Beach #301- Reservation ☎ 626-8816○ Suyeong-gu Mayor’s Cup Skateboarding National Championship: Friday, September 26–Saturday, September 27