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Second half employment survey 232,000 households surveyed
Deadline Deadline October 26 · Online survey participation deadline
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In short
The National Statistical Office will survey 232,000 households nationwide.
This survey is to identify employment rates and unemployment rates by region.
Surveyed households can participate online using the guidance letter and participation number.
Key facts
When
The survey will be conducted from the 20th of this month through the 4th of next month.
Who
The National Statistical Office will survey approximately 232,000 households nationwide and people aged 15 and older.
What
The survey covers 34 items including employment status, job search activities, and career interruptions.
How
The survey will be conducted through in-person interviews, phone calls, and online surveys from the 18th to 26th for online participation.
What it means for me
Households selected as samples will receive survey participation requests through surveyor visits or guidance letters.
Society · 2 sources combinedp. 2 / 16
Calligrapher of Minseo typeface Yeo Tae-myeong passes away
Deadline Deadline October 18 · Funeral procession, Seoul St. Mary's Funeral Hall, Room 31
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In short
Korean calligrapher Yeo Tae-myeong passed away on the 16th. He was 70 years old.
He widely introduced the simple and free Korean typeface called 'Minseo'.
The plaque stone at the inter-Korean summit and the signboard in Jeonju were also his works.
Key facts
When
Passed away on the 16th. He was 70 years old.
Who
Calligrapher Yeo Tae-myeong, emeritus professor at Wonkwang University.
What
Introduced the free and simple Korean typeface 'Minseo' to the world.
How
Left works in many places including the inter-Korean summit plaque stone and Jeonju signboard.
What it means for me
An opportunity to reflect on the cultural significance of Korean calligraphy and the Minseo typeface.
Policies · 2 sources combinedp. 3 / 16
Seoul Appeals Prosecutors' Office Reorganized Major Crimes Response System Restructured
D-25 Deadline December 3 · Statute of Limitations for Election Law Violations in June 3 Local Elections
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In short
The Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office finalized new departmental work assignments on October 16.
The number of prosecutors handling major crimes was reduced from 37 to 28.
Counter-intelligence duties were renamed 'National Security' and industrial accident duties were renamed 'Industrial Safety'.
Key facts
When
The Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office completed its work reorganization on October 16, 2026.
Who
The Seoul Prosecutors' Office's Major Crimes Division and Public·Criminal Division are the targets of restructuring.
What
Major Crimes Divisions 1-6 were reorganized into 6 sectors: public service·corruption, corporate·economic crimes, and others.
How
Prosecutors in the Major Crimes Division decreased by 9 (24.3%) from 37 to 28.
What it means for me
Due to organizational restructuring following the Prosecutors' Office abolishment, there is no immediate change in civil complaint procedures for ordinary citizens.
Economy · 2 sources combinedp. 4 / 16
W Concept First Flagship Opens in Hannam-dong
Deadline Deadline October 31 · Deadline to participate in Hannam-dong store opening event
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In short
Shinsegae fashion platform W Concept opened its first standalone store in Hannam-dong.
The store features fashion, beauty, and living products across B1 to 3rd floor.
Customers can now experience brands directly that were previously available only online.
Key facts
When
Flagship store 'W Hannam' opened on the 16th in Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul.
Who
Operated by Shinsegae Group's fashion platform W Concept.
What
The store spans B1 to 3rd floor, covering 116 pyeong (384㎡).
How
B1 features beauty, 1-2 floors feature fashion, and 3rd floor features living goods.
What it means for me
Hannam-dong visitors can now directly experience designer brands previously available only online.
Living · 2 sources combinedp. 5 / 16
Night food festival at 3 Songpa markets
Deadline Deadline October 18 · Festival last day
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In short
Songpa-gu will hold a night market festival on October 17 and 18.
The three locations are Seokchon Market, Pungnap Market, and Munjeong-dong Rodeo Shopping Street.
You can enjoy craft beer, night markets, and experience programs.
Key facts
When
Runs from October 17 to 18. Pungnap and Munjeong-dong operate only on October 17.
Where
Three locations: Seokchon Market, Pungnap Market, and Munjeong-dong Rodeo Shopping Street in Songpa-gu.
Who
Planned and operated jointly by Songpa-gu and local merchant associations.
What
Features 11 types of craft beer tastings, night market food, French-themed experiences, and more.
What it means for me
If you live in or near Songpa-gu, consider it as a weekend evening outing destination.
Living · 2 sources combinedp. 6 / 16
Incheon Film Week 2026 Opens on 23rd, free admission
Deadline Deadline October 22 · Film Week Naver booking deadline (6 p.m.)
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In short
Incheon City opens a film festival from the 23rd to 25th.
24 films can be watched for free at CGV Incheon Yeonsu.
Works exploring the relationship between AI and humans are the main focus.
Key facts
When
It runs for four days from October 23rd to 25th. The opening ceremony is at 7 p.m. on the 23rd.
Where
It takes place at CGV Incheon Yeonsu in Yeonsu-gu, Incheon.
Who
Incheon Metropolitan City hosts it and the Incheon Film Commission manages it.
What
24 films including opening film 'AI Mom' are screened in 6 sections.
What it means for me
Incheon citizens can watch all 24 films for free if they book by the 22nd.
Policies · 2 sources combinedp. 7 / 16
Coffee sales fund scholarships Seodaemun-gu recruiting scholarship students
Deadline Deadline October 29 · Cafe Waterfall Scholarship Application Deadline
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In short
Seodaemun-gu supports student scholarships with cafe profits.
Applications for second-half 2026 scholarships open until October 29.
Total 100 million won distributed to middle, high school, and university students.
Key facts
When
Applications accepted until October 29.
Who
Middle, high school, and university students enrolled in Seodaemun-gu, or residents living outside the district for over one year are eligible.
What
Total 100 million won in scholarships awarded.
How
Apply in person at your neighborhood community center; reviewed based on income, residency period, and contribution.
What it means for me
Students living or studying in Seodaemun-gu should check their eligibility and apply.
Living · 2 sources combinedp. 8 / 16
ARCO Collection Exhibition 70 Modern Artworks Unveiled
D-28 Deadline December 6 · Exhibition Viewing Deadline
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In short
Seoul's ARCO Art Museum displays its collection accumulated over 50 years.
You can see 70 artworks by 60 artists including Kim Gurim, Lee Gun-yong, and Seong Neung-gyeong.
It shows the flow of Korean modern art from experimental art in the 1970s to installation and video art in the 2000s.
Key facts
When
The exhibition runs from October 16 to December 6.
Where
It takes place at ARCO Art Museum on Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul.
Who
60 artists participate, including Kim Gurim, Lee Gun-yong, Seong Neung-gyeong, Shin Hak-chul, and Yun Seok-nam.
What
70 selected artworks from the 1970s to 2000s are presented.
What it means for me
Visitors to the exhibition can view the flow of Korean modern art in one place.
Living · 2 sources combinedp. 9 / 16
Chuncheon, Yangpyeong, Chollipo Exchange Garden Opens to Public
Deadline Deadline October 19 · Gyeonggi Garden Culture Expo Closing Date
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In short
A garden culture expo will be held at Semiwon in Yangpyeong, Gyeonggi Province.
Chuncheon City created a garden together with Yangpyeong County and Chollipo Arboretum.
A promotional booth introducing Chuncheon's Lake Garden will also operate.
Key facts
When
It runs for four days from October 16 to 19, 2026.
Where
It takes place at Semiwon in Yangpyeong County and the Dumul-Meori area.
Who
Three institutions participate: Chuncheon City, Yangpyeong County, and Chollipo Arboretum.
What
An 'Exchange Garden' featuring nature and plants from three regions will be unveiled.
What it means for me
If you are interested in gardens or travel, you can see gardens from three regions together in Yangpyeong over four days.
Economy · 2 sources combinedp. 10 / 16
S-Oil recruiting production staff Document submission deadline October 21
Deadline Deadline October 21 · Production staff new hire document submission deadline
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In short
S-Oil is now recruiting new production staff for the second half of the year.
Document submission is open until October 21, and applications are made through the recruitment website.
Final selected candidates will mainly work at the Onsan refinery in Ulsan.
Key facts
When
Document submission is open until October 21.
Where
Final selected candidates will mainly work at Ulsan's Onsan refinery and other facilities.
Who
S-Oil is publicly recruiting new production staff.
What
The company is recruiting new staff in production facility operation, firefighting, and emergency rescue.
What it means for me
Jobseekers in Ulsan and South Gyeongsang Province should check eligibility and application deadlines.
