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Busan is conducting a comprehensive survey of 61 barefoot walking paths to assess heavy metal contamination and ensure public safety.

The Norwegian Group cruise ship 'Regatta' has made history by allowing passengers to disembark at Busan's North Port terminal at night, providing a new opportunity for tourists to enjoy the city after dark.

The upcoming local elections in South Korea highlight a fierce competition between the ruling People Power Party and the opposition Democratic Party, with significant focus on Seoul and Busan as key battlegrounds.

Lim Gi-taek and Hwang Jong-woo, both from Busan, are likely candidates to succeed former Minister Jeon Jae-soo at the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries in South Korea.

A vision of a floating city, Oceanix, in Busan, South Korea, is emerging as a potential solution to rising sea levels and climate change challenges.

The Busan Democratic Uprising Memorial Foundation is calling for applications for research support until next month to foster academic research and the next generation in the field of modern Korean democratization movements related to the uprising.

President Yoon announced the impending move of HMM to Busan as part of a series of initiatives to boost the region ahead of local elections.

Gimhae Airport is surrounded by newly planned alternative habitats for migratory birds, raising concerns about potential aircraft collisions due to altered bird migration routes.

The supervision of Bangudae Hospital in Ulsan, where incidents of assaults on patients have occurred, is hampered by jurisdictional disarray between the hospital's managing corporation and local authorities.

Traffic delays for travelers returning to Seoul from the Lunar New Year holiday peak have eased, with travel time from Busan now estimated at 8 hours and 10 minutes.

Traffic congestion is occurring on highways from several cities to Seoul as people return home on the fourth day of the Seollal holiday.

The return of BTS for their world tour next month is causing a surge in hotel prices in Seoul, raising concerns about 'tourflation' impacting overall inflation.

Traffic congestion is reported on some highways in South Korea as people travel for the Lunar New Year holiday.

Traffic congestion on major highways in South Korea is expected to ease after 5 PM on the 16th, the day before the Lunar New Year.

Highway traffic in South Korea is expected to peak at noon on the second day of the holiday, with delays on routes including Seoul to Busan.

The first day of the holiday sees heavy traffic on major highways in South Korea, with an estimated travel time of 6 hours and 10 minutes from Seoul to Busan.

The Hankyoreh newspaper reports on various local events, including a discussion on distorted historical narratives, recognition of an award for consumer finance protection, an art competition, and a significant donation to a research institute.

Accommodation prices in Busan surged up to 7.5 times the usual rate around the time of BTS's concert.

A victim of the 'Busan roundhouse kick' incident won part of a damages lawsuit against the state due to inadequate police investigation.

A fire in an apartment in Haeundae, Busan, has resulted in the deaths of a brother and sister in their 70s.

A high-speed rail project connecting Samcheok and Gangneung has gained preliminary approval, reducing travel time between Busan and Gangneung significantly.

Renault Korea has announced that its Busan plant has surpassed the milestone of producing 4 million vehicles since its establishment.

The perpetrator of the 'Busan kick attack' against a woman has been sentenced to an additional year in prison for making threats to retaliate against the victim.

The special investigation team formed to probe the Jeju Air passenger plane disaster has conducted its first search and seizure operation at two locations, including the Busan regional aviation authority and a related construction company.

Mayors from Busan, Gyeongnam, Daejeon, and Chungnam have submitted a proposal to the Blue House advocating for the establishment of a Basic Law for Administrative Integration.

The chair of the Local Era Committee urges Busan and Gyeongnam to reconsider their administrative integration plans by conducting large-scale opinion polls rather than costly referendums.

Residents near the Gori Unit 2 nuclear power plant in Busan have filed an administrative lawsuit against the government to cancel its license extension, citing insufficient safety evaluations regarding radiation impacts and emergency management planning.

The number of travelers during this year's Lunar New Year holiday is expected to rise by 9% compared to last year, with significant travel times predicted between Seoul and Busan.

Civic groups in Busan are calling for a negotiated contract for the construction of Gadeok Island airport after the government's attempts to find a new contractor have failed.

Busan officials are addressing complaints about overbooking and inflated hotel prices linked to the upcoming BTS concert in June.

Busan's initiative to equip 60 schools with solar energy systems aims to channel profits into student welfare, while Gwangju is establishing a farming solar energy zone linked with RE100 companies.

A new underground road in Busan, capable of accommodating all vehicle types, is set to open soon, marking a significant advancement in tunnel construction in Korea.

Argentinian tennis player Marco Trungelliti, the oldest debutant for Argentina in the Davis Cup, aims for a crucial point in Busan against South Korea.

Argentina's Davis Cup team, led by Javier Frana, faces South Korea in Busan, missing most of its top players due to proximity to the ATP 250 in Buenos Aires.

Argentina faces South Korea this weekend in the first round of the 2026 Davis Cup Qualifiers at the Gijang Gymnasium in Busan, with captain Javier Frana leading the team.

Captain Javier Frana has chosen the two best available players to represent Argentina in the Davis Cup Qualifiers against South Korea, scheduled to take place in Busan.

Argentina's national team will debut in the 2026 Davis Cup against South Korea in Busan, with the match taking place at the Gijang Gymnasium as part of the qualifiers aiming for the Final Phase in Italy.

The article lists obituaries for several individuals, including Yi Yeol-kyu, Park Soon-ja, and Seo Byeong-won, with details of their relations and funeral arrangements.

The South Korean government will invest approximately 1.2 trillion won to improve congested roads in six major cities: Busan, Daegu, Incheon, Gwangju, Daejeon, and Ulsan.

Argentine tennis players Thiago Tirante and Juan Pablo Ficovich prepare for their debut in the Davis Cup against South Korea, with Tirante set to play the first singles match and Ficovich stepping in due to an injury to Molteni.

The Argentine team, led by captain Frana, will compete with five debutants in the first round of the Copa Davis Qualifiers against South Korea, despite the cold temperatures in Busan.

The Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries announced the launch of a subsidy program for maritime vessels to access high-speed internet via low Earth orbit satellites in a ceremony held in Busan.

The 2026 Copa Davis will kick off this weekend with Argentina facing South Korea in Busan during the first stage of the Qualifiers.

A survey shows that a majority of Gyeongnam residents prefer a referendum process for the administrative integration with Busan, indicating a cautious approach to the integration.

The Argentine Davis Cup team, including five newcomers, has completed their roster and begun training in Busan ahead of their first-round Qualifiers match.

Renault has confirmed the name of its new large premium crossover, Filante, which will be produced in Busan, South Korea, as part of the company's international strategy.

Myung-whun Chung embarks on a high-intensity professional phase in 2026 as he takes over as the musical director at La Scala, while also juggling multiple roles including artistic director of the concert hall in Busan, his hometown.