The Seoul Metropolitan Government announced a nighttime running program along Yangjaecheon on August 28, inviting residents to exercise in cooler air and support local businesses.

The Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education has approved eight schools, including Muhak Girls’ High School, to transition to coeducation within the next two years, balancing survival against tradition.

Ulsan, in collaboration with SK AX, has launched the SK AI Leader Academy to nurture industry-ready artificial intelligence professionals outside the Seoul metropolitan area through an employment-linked AI training program.

South Korea is betting nearly 900 trillion won ($583 billion) that the artificial intelligence boom will create enough demand for memory chips to justify building an entirely new semiconductor production belt outside the Seoul metropolitan area. At Monday's presidential public briefing on the government's three megaprojects, executives from Samsung Electronics and SK hynix unveiled plans to invest nearly 900 trillion won in new semiconductor facilities, including four memory fabs in the southwes

President Lee Jae Myung is expected to meet Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong to finalize discussions on a significant semiconductor investment package exceeding W100 trillion, planned for a region outside the Seoul metropolitan area.

The Hangang Bus, which began regular service in September 2025, recorded a monthly ridership high of 91,126 passengers in May, according to the Seoul Metropolitan Government.

Eight candidates vying for the leadership of the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education in the upcoming June 3 elections are outlining their proposals for how schools should address the needs of a growing diverse student body and globalization.

Data from the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education reveals a significant decline in field trips, with only three out of ten schools in Seoul conducting or planning them this year.

Poongsan Group is reportedly considering the acquisition of Jack Nicklaus Golf Club Korea, as competition intensifies for premium golf courses in the Seoul metropolitan area.

The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency will offer basic theory and road safety classes to foreign residents in Seoul to assist them in obtaining a Korean driver's license.

The Seoul Metropolitan Government reported no subway-related fatalities last year, attributing the significant decrease in deaths to the installation of platform screen doors.

The Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education announced measures, including seminars, multilingual guides, and counseling services, to help parents from migrant backgrounds better navigate South Korea’s school system.

The Seoul Metropolitan Government said Sunday it would provide a monthly cash refund of 30,000 won ($20) for users of the Climate Card, the city’s unlimited public transit pass, over three months…

The Seoul Metropolitan Government has announced the nation’s first comprehensive guidelines to reduce excessive screen brightness from the increasing number of large outdoor LED billboards across the capital.

The Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education has completed its relocation from Seodaemun-gu to its new headquarters in Yongsan-gu, with staff beginning work on Monday.

Hybe, the K-pop giant behind K-pop supergroup BTS, has dismissed speculation that a plan by the Seoul metropolitan government to illuminate major landmarks in red for the group's long-awaited…

A 44-year-old firefighter provided emergency care for an elderly woman he encountered during the Lunar New Year holidays, Seoul Metropolitan Fire & Disaster Headquarters said Friday. Capt. Lee Hyeong-eun of the Eunpyeong Fire Station was visiting his childhood home in Incheon on Feb. 18, when he saw the victim fall backwards and hit her head on the floor. He called emergency services and provided emergency medical assistance by supporting her spine to prevent additional damage. Officials said Le

The Seoul Metropolitan Government said Monday it will expand its pool of medical tourism interpreter-coordinators to about 1,000 this year — nearly ten times the current level — to better serve the rapidly growing number of foreign patients visiting the city. To support the initiative, the city signed a memorandum of understanding with the K-Medical Tourism Association last week. Under the agreement, interpreter-coordinators affiliated with the association will be deployed to major medical insti

A survey by the Seoul Metropolitan Government revealed that 28.1 percent of online shoppers in Korea have had their personal information stolen.

Two teenagers were found to be behind the leak of personal information belonging to 4.62 million users of Seoul’s public bike-sharing service “Ttareungi”, police said Monday. The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency’s cybercrime investigation unit said it had apprehended two high school students on charges of violating the Information and Communications Network Act. The suspects were forwarded to prosecutors without detention. The data breach occurred between June 28 and 29, 2024, involving 4.62 mil

The Seoul Metropolitan Government announced plans to expand its network of public hanok facilities and cultural programming this year, responding to increased demand for traditional housing.

South Korea is exploring the possibility of offering tuition-free education to all new students at national universities outside the Seoul metropolitan area as early as next year, aiming to retain young talent in regional areas.

The Seoul Metropolitan Government is asking international visitors to report negative taxi service experiences as part of an initiative to enhance the city's tourism environment.

Domestic tourism in South Korea rebounded in 2025, with Koreans taking more and longer trips, particularly in provincial regions outside the Seoul metropolitan area.

Starting July 1, Seoul subway passengers will be prohibited from bringing lithium battery-powered personal mobility devices onto trains. This measure is being implemented by Seoul Metro to reduce fire hazards associated with such devices.

The Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education will launch AI-assisted career and college admissions counseling for migrant-background students this summer, with officials visiting schools with large migrant student populations.

Seoul Metro has urged passengers to exercise caution with portable power banks after four smoke incidents involving the devices were reported on subway trains over the past two months.

The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency has taken over the investigation into Shinsegae Group Chairman Chung Yong-jin following a civic group's complaint regarding Starbucks Korea's controversial 'Tank Day' campaign.

The Seoul Metropolitan Government has opened submissions for the 44th Seoul Architecture Awards, which now includes a new category for student ideas to rediscover the city's architectural identity.

Unionized workers in South Korea's education sector held a press conference in front of the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education, urging authorities to address staffing shortages and improve working conditions for school cafeteria workers.

Wet and blustery weather, including rain and gusty winds, is forecast to sweep across South Korea through Monday morning before gradually clearing from the afternoon. The Seoul metropolitan area is expected to experience rain through the predawn hours.

The Seoul Metropolitan Government is establishing a consultation and reporting center to address a surge in the illegal employment of foreign delivery riders.

The Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education has designated 91 additional schools as "IB Interested Schools" as part of its plan to expand the International Baccalaureate system.

Seoul Metropolitan Government has been recognized as the best leisure destination in Asia for the second year running at the Global Traveler's Leisure Lifestyle Awards, based on votes from global business travelers.

The Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education announced plans to open Seoul Semiconductor High School in March 2027, aiming to train skilled talent for South Korea's crucial chip industry.

The Seoul Metropolitan Government plans to increase its pool of medical tourism interpreter-coordinators tenfold this year, aiming for approximately 1,000 professionals to support international visitors.

The Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education said Tuesday it will provide psychological support, child care services and guidance on South Korea’s education system for students and parents returning…

Nine people have been caught in a screen golf betting scam after secretly drugging victims’ drinks and manipulating game machines, earning about 74 million won ($50,000), authorities said Thursday. The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency said the suspects were referred to prosecutors in February, with two detained on charges of fraud and violations of the Narcotics Control Act. Police said the group used insomnia medication to impair victims during golf betting games at indoor screen golf venues. T

The Seoul Metropolitan Government said Sunday that it has uncovered multiple violations of lodging regulations near the venue of an upcoming concert by BTS, as authorities step up inspections ahead of the group’s comeback event scheduled for March 21 in Gwanghwamun Square. According to the city, 18 out of 83 accommodation facilities inspected in the Jongno-gu and Jung-gu districts were found to violate lodging regulations, mainly for failing to display required price lists or business registrati

Tuesday afternoons emerged as the most common setting for weapon-related crimes in Seoul last year, with middle-aged and older men accounting for the majority of suspects, according to data released Thursday by the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. Crimes involving sharp weapons rose to 307 cases in 2025, the agency said, based on an analysis aimed at shaping more targeted prevention measures. The review covered offenses ranging from carrying knives in public to wielding and stabbing. Tuesday re

President Lee Jae Myung said Tuesday that owners of multiple homes should not avoid risks and responsibilities associated with their investments if housing prices are normalized, stepping up his verbal warning against them. Hardening his resolve to stabilize the overheated housing market in the Seoul metropolitan area, Lee shared a link to a news report that pointed to weakening market expectations for housing price increases. "People know that the real estate market, particularly the apartment

The Seoul Metropolitan Government plans to deploy dedicated patrol personnel and introduce administrative fines to address incidents like bathing and coin collecting at Cheonggyecheon, which have drawn public attention.

The Seoul Metropolitan Government is launching initiatives, including overnight camping, late-night swimming, and food delivery services along the Han River, to revitalize the city's post-pandemic night economy.

The Seoul Metropolitan Government is accepting applications from international students for a 30-day program designed to help them build careers and settle in the city. The '30 Days in Seoul' program will run from July 13 to August 28.

The Seoul Metropolitan Government is expanding its startup support for foreign residents, introducing two new programs to help international residents find economic opportunities and stay in the city.

The Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education has introduced a new online map providing comprehensive information on school swimming pools across the city, including their locations and operating details.

Seoul Metro reported a 23.7 percent decrease in late-night subway passengers since the pandemic, with an average of 15,653 people using the service after midnight daily.

The Seoul Metropolitan Government has initiated a campaign offering a 500 won ($0.33) discount to customers who use their own cups for drinks, requiring them to use the Seoul Pay mobile app at participating establishments.

The Seoul Metropolitan Chorus is partnering with the Yun Byul Ballet Company to stage Carl Orff's "Carmina Burana," marking a significant collaboration in Korean dance.

The Seoul Metropolitan Government announced a new annual subsidy of 240,000 won for pregnant women, including foreigners, residing in the capital, to purchase eco-friendly agricultural products, starting July 1.

The Seoul Metropolitan Government is set to host its annual Seoul Friendship Festival at Dongdaemun Design Plaza, an international cultural exchange event launched in 1996, featuring participants from 75 countries.

Seoul Metro announced a comprehensive plan to improve accessibility and convenience for passengers, coinciding with Disabled Person's Day in South Korea.

CJ Olive Young is undertaking its largest regional expansion to date, investing 123.8 billion won ($84 million) to develop large-scale stores and logistics infrastructure outside the Seoul metropolitan area, aiming to boost local economies and create jobs.

The Seoul Metropolitan Government announced phased traffic controls around the Gwanghwamun area for 24 hours starting midnight Saturday to accommodate the 2026 Easter Parade.

The Seoul Metropolitan Government plans to expand high-speed public Wi-Fi in key tourist hotspots, creating 'data-free zones' to enhance convenience for foreign visitors and boost the city's global tourism appeal.

The Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education announced plans to sign an MOU with the Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry to introduce Germany’s dual-track vocational training model for automotive students in vocational high schools.

The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency said Tuesday it will temporarily bar civilian gun owners from retrieving firearms from police stations on Saturday as the city hosts K-pop group BTS’ comeback…

The Seoul Metropolitan Government will launch a program that temporarily turns busy city roads into pedestrian spaces on weekend mornings, offering residents a rare chance to enjoy walking in areas usually dominated by traffic. On Saturday, the city will open part of a central street in Yeouido and sections of Mapo Bridge, creating a 2.5-kilometer walking route. The event, called My Pace Morning, will run from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m., with about 7,000 participants expected to join through online reserv

Seoul Metropolitan Ballet, the country’s first public contemporary ballet company, will open its 2026 season next month with a double bill that pairs two contrasting sensibilities: rapture and raw instinct. From March 14 to 22 at the M Theater of Sejong Center for the Performing Arts, the company -- now in its third year and second full season — will present “Bliss & Jakie,” bringing together Johan Inger’s “Bliss” and “Jakie” by Sharon Eyal and Gai Behar. “Bliss,” which had its Asian premiere wi

When hiking in Seoul, you might be surprised to encounter dogs on the trail -- animals once kept as pets that have become fully feral after years of surviving in the mountains. Reports of these “wild dogs” near major trails and foothill neighborhoods have risen, prompting concern among residents and city officials. According to the Seoul Metropolitan Government, more than 880 wild dogs were captured between 2022 and last year, yet about 195 are still believed to roam mountain areas including Buk

The Seoul Metropolitan Government has implemented the country's first standardized guidelines for franchise penalty fees, aiming to protect small business owners from excessive demands.