News Featured South Korea's Population Structure is Rapidly Changing due to an Aging Society South Korea’s population is declining after peaking at 51.75 million in 2024. With rapid aging, nearly half the population will be 65 or older by 2072, posing major challenges for the economy, labor, and welfare.
News Featured Unstoppable Rise in Private Education Expenses in South Korea Despite a declining student population, private education expenses in South Korea continue to rise. In 2024, total spending reached 29.2 trillion KRW, up 7.7% from the previous year. This growth highlights parents' increasing reliance on private education.
News China's Ne Zha 2 Tops Global Animation Box Office China's 'Ne Zha 2' surpassed 'Inside Out 2' last February to become the highest-grossing animated film of all time, earning an astounding $1.8 billion, mostly from the domestic market.
News Countries/Regions where Driving Direction is Not Available on Google Maps According to the Google Maps Platform, South Korea is the only country in the world where traffic information is unavailable, excluding regions where functionality cannot be implemented.
News The Largest Crypto Heists of All Time On February 21, 2025, approximately $1.46 billion in cryptoassets were stolen from the Dubai-based exchange Bybit in the largest crypto theft ever, using malware to manipulate transaction approvals.
News Featured South Korea's Fertility Rate Rebounds for The First Time in 9 years For the first time in nine years, South Korea’s birth rate has increased—a small but hopeful sign amid record-low fertility. While still far below the replacement level, this rebound offers insight into potential shifts and ongoing challenges.
News Korean Gold Prices Trade at 20% Premium Over International Gold Prices According to the Korea Exchange on February 14, 2025, the spot gold price in the KRX Gold Market was recorded at $3,524 per ounce (oz), trading at a 20% premium compared to the international gold price of $2,933.
