[2025-12-15]Unlimited K-Pass Card for Public Transport Fare Refund Introduced

The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport announced the expansion of the public transport fare refund support project (K-Pass).
A new ‘Everyone’s Card’ will be introduced, allowing users to get a full refund for any public transport expenses exceeding the monthly refund threshold.
By using the existing K-Pass card, users will automatically receive the maximum refund benefits based on their public transport usage.

[2025-12-15]KTX-Eum Train Begins New Service on Donghae Line from Gangneung to Busan

The KTX-Eum train, with a top speed of 260 km/h, will begin new service on the Donghae Line from Gangneung to Busan, and new stops like Shin Haeundae will be added to the existing Seoul (Cheongnyangni) to Busan route.
The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport announced plans to fully deploy the KTX-Eum on the Jungang and Donghae Lines, enabling travel within the central and east coast regions in about three hours.
This deployment is expected to connect Busan, Ulsan, Gyeongbuk, and Gangwon regions into a one-day living area, boosting tourism demand and regional development.

[2025-12-15]Financial Authorities to Implement Preemptive Market Stabilization Measures

Financial authorities will closely monitor the market and implement preemptive stabilization measures if necessary.
Chairman Lee Ok-won emphasized the importance of financial market stability while assessing domestic and international market conditions.
Participants discussed next year’s economic growth and financial market outlook, examining various risk factors.

[2025-12-15]Controversy Over Including Tar in Tobacco Harmful Substance Tests

There are concerns that including tar in the list of harmful substances for tobacco testing does not align with the law’s intent.
The Ministry of Health and Welfare and the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety stated they will disclose all major harmful substances.
Smishing messages have increased following the recent data breach at Coupang, requiring heightened vigilance.

[2025-12-15]Road Hazard Weather Information Fully Open to Public

The Korea Meteorological Administration (KMA) announced that road hazard weather information and road weather observation data will be fully open to the public from the 15th.
This service, provided in real-time through navigation apps and road electronic signboards, is now freely accessible to everyone.
The KMA plans to complete the installation of road weather observation networks by 2027 and continuously expand the road hazard weather information service.

[2025-12-15]Ministry of Defense Holds Joint Enshrinement Ceremony for 141 Korean War Casualties

The Ministry of Defense held a joint enshrinement ceremony for 141 Korean War casualties at the Seoul National Cemetery.
The ceremony was attended by key figures including the Prime Minister and the Minister of Defense, and included a report on the excavation progress and religious rituals.
The remains will undergo identification procedures before being returned to their families.