[2026-01-26]NRICH Archive Revamped: Easier Access to National Heritage Research and Digital Resources

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The National Research Institute of Cultural Heritage has fully reorganized its NRICH Archive website to enhance access to research achievements and digital materials.
New features include a Documentary Paintings DB with 43 works, an English menu for international users, theme content, and an academic conference archive.
NRICH plans to further expand open access to research information, including AI-powered services, making resources more accessible to the public.

[2026-01-26]2024 Year-End Tax Settlement: Key Deductions and Tax Reliefs You Shouldn’t Miss

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As the year-end tax settlement season begins, the National Tax Service is highlighting tax deductions and reliefs that are often overlooked.
Young workers, seniors over 60, people with disabilities, and career-interrupted employees can receive up to 90% income tax relief and various deductions.
From March 14, 2025, career-interrupted men are also eligible for relief, and it is important to check all possible deductions such as donations and monthly rent.

[2026-01-25]Barrier-Free Kiosk Mandate and Integrated Care Rollout: Korea Prepares for Nationwide Implementation

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The Ministry of Health and Welfare discussed preparations for the barrier-free kiosk mandate and nationwide integrated care rollout at the 2026 Central-Local Cooperation Meeting.
From January 28, most businesses must install barrier-free kiosks, and integrated medical, nursing, and care services will be available nationwide from March 27.
The government and local authorities are strengthening education and promotion to ensure smooth implementation and early stabilization of these policies.

[2026-01-25]Siheung Rental Apartment Entrance Issue Resolved After 5 Years by Anti-Corruption Commission

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The entrance inconvenience at Siheung Janghyeon Complex 19 rental apartments in Gyeonggi Province has been resolved through mediation by the Anti-Corruption and Civil Rights Commission.
Residents, who moved in September 2020, filed a collective complaint in July 2023 after five years of inconvenience, and a traffic improvement study will be completed by the first half of 2026.
LH and Siheung City will decide on an additional entrance after gathering resident opinions, and illegal parking enforcement will be strengthened.

[2026-01-25]Ministry of Health Acts to Save Local Clinics with Essential Medical Law

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The Ministry of Health and Welfare has launched a demand survey with 17 provinces and the medical sector in preparation for the Essential Medical Law passed on December 6, 2025.
The government is identifying specific projects and budget needs to ensure the new special account, starting in 2027, is effectively allocated to the field.
Plans include building treatment cooperation networks and training medical professionals to strengthen regional healthcare.