Another traffic accident has killed four and seriously injured the 64-year-old driver of the car.
It was when five family members were on a summer vacation to the beach.
The Nambu police station said that the SUV ran into the back of a trailer that was parked on the road nearby a gas station in Nam-gu at 12:25 pm yesterday.
According to police, the driver stated that his brakes did not work, so that he tried to enter the intersection, going against the traffic signal.
Source: Busan eFM News
The Latest Haps
Jen Sotham – Fighting Cancer One Word at a Time
When Jen Sotham moved to Busan in 2006, she intended to only stick around for a year, where she’d teach English and use the rest of her time developing writing projects. Like many of us, however, she soon discovered that this city’s expat art scene was fertile ground, and that first year turned into many.
High Ranking North Korean Diplomat Defects to South Korea
The Unification ministry says today that a high-ranking North Korean diplomat posted to Britain eventually defected to South Korea.
Shipping Industry Loses 5,000 Jobs in Korea
A new report shows that nearly 5,000 employees in Korea’s top three shipbuilding companies lost their jobs.
Sunday Saw Highest Busan Temperature in 112 Years
The highs in Busan yesterday reached their highest level in 112 years.
Monthly Ha Ha Hole Returns Friday Night
This Friday, August 19th, at HQ Bar KSU sees the return of the monthly Ha Ha Hole, Busan’s only live English comedy show.
“Fever Festival” Hits Haeundae Beach This Weekend
A huge four-day music and e-sports festival hits the sands of Haeundae Beach this weekend as the “Fever Festival” gets underway from tomorrow.
Podcast: Jeonju Named 3rd Best Asian Travel Destination Of 2016
Lonely Planet, the world’s largest travel guide book publisher, has named Jeonju, South Korea the 3rd best Asian travel destination of 2016.
Jen Sotham – Fighting Cancer One Word at a Time
When Jen Sotham moved to Busan in 2006, she intended to only stick around for a year, where she’d teach English and use the rest of her time developing writing projects. Like many of us, however, she soon discovered that this city’s expat art scene was fertile ground, and that first year turned into many.
KEB Hana Opens New Branch in Seogwipo, Jeju
KEB Hana swung open its doors in the southernmost city of Seogwipo – home to sandy beaches, thundering waterfalls, and Jeju Island’s super-fresh seafood.
How to Beat the Summer Heat
Here’s 10 simple tips to cool you down even if it is just for a few moments.
Bibigo Exits Singapore After Mounting Losses
CJ Foodville’s Bibigo, a Korean bibimbap-themed restaurant has exited Singapore after massive losses at its four branches.
Le Jardin Closed Until End of August
The popular French restaurant Le Jardin is closed for summer holidays until August 31st.
Korea Shut Out of CNN’s “Best Street Food” List
While Korea has its fair share of delicious street food around the nation, apparently one of the world’s largest TV news outlets didn’t take notice.
10,000 Japanese Visitors Set to Visit Busan
Over 10,000 employees of a major Japanese funeral service company are coming to South Korea between this fall and next spring.
T’way to Introduce Daegu-Fukuoka Route in September
A new Daegu to Fukuoka flight is in the works beginning on September 1st on low cost carrier T’way airlines.
Get Refreshed by Enjoying One of Busan’s Cool Valleys
Just as Busan has many mountains, it has forest valleys and streams surrounding them, ideal for a day outside without excess exposure to the sun.
Spend a Day on the Ice
Pining for a bit of winter and to escape the summer heat? Here’s two options to lace up the skates and go ice skating this summer.
Men’s Football Advances in Rio, Jin Jong-oh Wins Gold Again
South Korea’s Olympic football team defeated Mexico 1-0 this morning to advance to the quarterfinals in the Rio de Janeiro Olympics.
Fencer Brings Home Korea’s Third Olympic Gold
Epee fencer Park Sang-young won gold after defeating Hungary 15-14. It was South Korea’s third gold medal in Rio, and the only medal of the day.