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International Invitation and Proposal Competition for the 'Global Start-up Hub Busan'

International Invitation and Proposal Competition for the 'Global Start-up Hub Busan'To select the optimal design plan for transforming the logistics warehouse in the North Busan Port into a unique landmark complex that combines startup incubation, culture, and exhibition spaces, serving as a hub for young people from all over the world to gather.○ Title: International Invitation and Proposal Competition for "Global Start-up Hub Busan"○ How the Competition WorksPhase 1: Nominated architects are selected through and open call for nominationsPhase 2: A proposal competition will be held for the architects selected in Phase1.○ Project location: Within the logistics warehouse area of Pier 1, North Busan Port, Busan, ROK○ Site area: 23,871.㎡○ Gross floor area: 9,128㎡○ Projected construction cost: 20.5 billion KRW (※ including VAT)○ Projected design cost: 1.2 billion KRW (※ including VAT)○ Schematic and working design period: 120 days from the commencement date (excluding permit period, including public holidays)○ Official website: http://compe.biacf.or.kr/○ Official Email: compebaf@gmail.com○ Client and Competition Host: Busan Center for Creative Economy Innovation (Planning Evaluation Team)○ Design Competition Management Agency: Busan International Architecture Festival Organizing Committee○ SchedulePhase 1Notice Jan 13, 2025Submission Jan 24, 2025Result Announcement Feb 5, 2025Phase 2Notice Feb 5, 2025Submission Mar 21, 2025 by 17:00Result Announcement Mar 28, 2025

Gwangalli’s Marvelous Drone Light Show in January 2025

Gwangalli’s Marvelous Drone Light Show in January 2025Gwangalli M Drone Light Show○ Dates: Every Saturday year-round○ Hours: October to February 19:00, 21:00/ March to September 20:00, 22:00○ Venue: Gwangalli Beach○ Length: Runs for about 10 minutes under various themes○ Free admission○ For more info.: (051)610-4882○ Website :https://www.gwangallimdrone.co.kr/en/home (English)http://gwangallimdrone.co.kr/ (Korean)Gwangalli M Drone Light Show Themes for January 2025Saturday, January 11 New Year's Wish (19:00, 21:00)Saturday, January 18 Winter Romance (19:00, 21:00)Saturday, January 25 Korean New Year's Day (19:00)**This is a one-time special show to celebrate Lunar New Year 2025.The show may be canceled or delayed depending on weather conditions or any technical issues.Source: 「Gwangalli M Drone Light Show」 January Program Announcement

Busan OST gets new songs

 Busan City celebrates the new year with a joyful spirit, unveiling two theme songs that beautifully capture the city’s identity and spirit.The first song, “Busan is Good,” highlights the dreams and happiness of citizens through uplifting lyrics and a catchy melody.The second song, “Let’s Go to Busan,” showcases the city’s diverse cultural and tourist attractions, inviting listeners to explore Busan’s many charms.Local young artists and musicians composed and performed the tracks, adding a heartfelt touch that emphasizes the community’s love for Busan.Both songs are now streaming on the music platform Melon, while the music videos will be uploaded to Busan’s official YouTube channel, “BusanTube.”◎ Listen on Melon:• “Busan is Good” (부산이라 좋다) Click  • “Let’s Go to Busan” (우리 부산에 가자) Click◎ Watch on YouTube: @Busan_is_good <Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>spirit: 기분 unveil: 공개하다 identity: 정체성 uplifting: 희망을 주는 catchy: 기억하기 쉬운 diverse: 다양한 compose: 작곡하다  Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy

As flu cases hit record levels, officials advise people to get vaccinated

 Busan City is urging residents to get vaccinated before the Lunar New Year holiday to prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses. The warning comes as influenza and COVID-19 cases surge nationwide.The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA) reported a sharp rise in the influenza-like illness rate, with the number of suspected flu patients reaching 99.8 per 1,000 outpatient visits in the first week of January. This figure marks an 8-year high and is significantly higher than the 2023 peak of 61.3 and 2022’s 60.7The government provides free flu vaccines to children aged 6 months to 13 years, pregnant women and seniors aged 65 and older. It typically takes two weeks for antibodies to develop after vaccination, with immunity lasting approximately six months.The KDCA states the flu vaccine is closely aligned with the flu strains currently in circulation, A(H1N1) and A(H3N2), and offers strong protection against the virus. With increased travel and social gatherings expected over the holiday, health officials urge the public to take preventative measures to curb the spread of illnesses, including vaccination, frequent hand washing, proper coughing etiquette and wearing masks.<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>urge: 강력히 권고하다 resident: 주민 get vaccinated: 백신접종을 하다 prevent: 예방하다 respiratory: 호흡의 illness: 질환 suspected: 의심되는 outpatient: 외래환자 immunity: 면역력 approximately: 대략Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy