As the world becomes increasingly digital, education systems around the globe are seeking ways to modernize. South Korea, known for its strong academic culture and technological leadership, is now stepping into a new phase of innovation through the use of AI Digital Textbooks (AIDT). These textbooks, powered by artificial intelligence, promise to transform classrooms with personalized learning and smart feedback systems. However, despite their potential, AIDTs are also facing serious controversy regarding their fairness, effectiveness, and role in education. AI Digital Textbooks are more than
In a society where education is deeply connected to personal success and national progress, how a country sets its education policies matters greatly. In South Korea, education has long been a top priority — but also a topic of frequent political debate and constant change. To bring greater consistency, vision, and fairness to the nation’s education system, the National Education Committee (NEC) was established. This new, independent body is now at the center of Korea’s efforts to create long-term, future-oriented education policies that can serve students, teachers, and society more effective
Medical · Health
The Ministry of Health and Welfare plans to train an average of 668 doctors annually to work in essential public health services in local areas over the next five years, starting in 2027.
IT · Science
17 domestic humanoids gather at DDP, and Seoul City hosts the 'Seoul AI Festival'
Entertainment · Broadcasting
[SBS My Little Old Boy] Moon Chae-won, to Seo Jang-hoon, who has 4 trillion won(?), says, “Hey, just give me 1 trillion won~” cutely... What will Seo Jang-hoon say?
Education · Society
Jeju RISE: Sharing the Results of "Industry-Academic Cooperation"
Education · Society
Goseong County's Dinosaur Land Shopping Mall Wins Consumer-Friendly Brand Award at the 2026 Korea Consumer Awards for 9 Consecutive Years
Politics · Economy
President Lee Jae-myung: "Price stabilization is urgent... Actively developing and implementing policies to ease the burden on people's livelihoods."
Politics · Economy
President Lee Jae-myung awards the Samjeonggeom sword to a newly promoted brigadier general.
Entertainment · Broadcasting
Fair Play Menarini International Award, 29th Award Ceremony marked by waves of emotion
Entertainment · Broadcasting
The Rose, the first Korean band to perform at Coachella, confirms Seoul concert on August 30 for “Once Upon a WRLD”
Culture · Events
Incheon Port Authority kicks off the 6th Incheon International Marine Forum in Songdo, Incheon, to look into the future of the global marine industry
490 in 2027, 613 in 2028 and 2029, and 813 in 2030 and beyond. ▲ Positive scale by year [Republic of Korea Education Newspaper] On February 10th at 2:00 PM, the Ministry of Health and Welfare held the 7th "Health and Medical Policy Deliberation Committee" (hereinafter referred to as the "Review Committee") at the Government Complex Seoul (located in Jongno-gu, Seoul). The committee decided to increase the number of physicians trained by an average of 668 per year from 2027 to 2031 at 32 medical schools, excluding Seoul, to strengthen regional, essential, and public medical services. Any additi
Held at DDP from February 28th to March 1st… "Physical AI: Feel It with Your Body" ▲ Seoul AI Festival 2026 Poster [Korea Education Newspaper] Seventeen domestic humanoid robots capable of walking, moving their arms, and understanding human speech will gather at Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP). The Seoul Metropolitan Government announced that it will host the "Seoul AI Festival 2026" at DDP Art Hall 1 for two days, from February 28 to March 1. This event, themed “AI spoke to me – Physical AI in everyday life that you can feel with your body,” is a participatory festival designed to allow citizen
Moon Chae-won, the icon of first love, returns to SBS's "My Little Old Boy" after five years! "I thought I was a doll," she says, her real-life beauty amazes the studio. ▲ [SBS My Little Old Boy] [Republic of Korea Education Newspaper] On the March 1st broadcast of SBS' 'My Little Old Boy' (hereafter 'My Little Old Boy'), actress Moon Chae-won, the 'icon of first love', will appear as a special MC and is expected to fill the studio with excitement. When Moon Chae-won recently appeared in the recording studio for SBS's "My Little Old Boy," the "Mom Avengers" were in awe, saying, "I thought a do
Jeju Island discussed key achievements and future plans at the 2025 Jeju RISE Project Performance Forum. ▲ 2025 Jeju RISE Achievement Forum Opening Ceremony [Republic of Korea Education Newspaper] Jeju Special Self-Governing Province held the '2025 Jeju RISE Project Achievement Forum' at the Jeju Halla Convention Center on the afternoon of the 26th. This event was designed to share the first year's achievements of the Jeju Regional Innovation Centered University Support System (RISE) project with Jeju residents and to enhance the execution of the cooperative system between the region, universi
Highly rated for quality control and customer service, selling over 530 products from over 120 companies. ▲ Dinosaur Country Shopping Mall Wins Grand Prize at the Korea Consumer Awards for 9 Consecutive Years 'Dinosaur Country Shopping Mall', an online direct transaction marketplace for agricultural and specialty products directly operated by Goseong County, received the grand prize in the consumer-friendly brand category for the 9th consecutive year at the '2026 Korea Consumer Awards' hosted by the Korea Consumer Association on March 10. The "Korea Consumer Awards" recognize companies and bra
Presiding over the 9th State Council Meeting… "Speed up implementation of the maximum oil price system and direct support for consumers,""Actively reviewing additional charter flights and the use of military aircraft to evacuate our citizens,""The removal of some US military weapons from Korea does not hinder deterrence against North Korea… There is no cause for concern." ▲ 9th State Council Meeting (Blue House) [Republic of Korea Education Newspaper] President Lee Jae-myung said on the 10th regarding the economic shock caused by the situation in the Middle East, "We must swiftly review addi