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Paws on the path: Dogs, owners race around Gyeongju lake at Sono Runtrip 180K

Nearly 200 pet-and-human teams joined the unique race, where finishing mattered less than enjoying the lakeside journey.

2026.10.8

Firefighters spray water to extinguish fire at a waste processing facility in South Jeolla on Aug. 7. This photo is unrelated to the story.

1 dead, 2 seriously injured in Gyeongju waste plant explosion

The workers were reportedly dismantling a press machine using an oxy-fuel cutting torch when the explosion occurred.

2026.9.8

From APEC to packed: Foreign tourism in Gyeongju jumps 19% in wake of gathering

The first six months of the year posted substantial gains, and historic city is aiming to keep the momentum going.

2026.8.22

Gyeongju to host 18th Korea e-Sports Games finals

More than 200 players representing 16 local governments will compete this weekend for a presidential award across five game titles.

2026.8.13

Mother-daughter revenge tale takes bizarre turns in 'The Journey to Gyeongju'

Actor Lee Jung-eun reunites with 'Parasite' co-star Park So-dam and 'When the Camellia Blooms' daughter Kong Hyo-jin in a black comedy where vengeance, family wounds and uneasy reconciliation collide.

2026.7.27

Woman gets 42 months in prison for abandoning newborn to die outdoors

The court handed down the sentence while acknowledging that she had fallen into financial hardship after the father returned to China.

2026.7.23

Operation of Ferris wheel type ride 'Time Rider' is suspended at Gyeongju World in North Gyeongsang on July 10.

Gyeongju World closes temporarily after repeat ride malfunctions

As no one was injured, the amusement park will not be subjected to a criminal investigation, although it promised to undergo a safety inspection by an independent professional agency.

2026.7.12

Rescene lands third ambassador appointment, this time for Gyeongju

The K-pop girl group was chosen to promote Gyeongju at home and abroad, helped by member Zena’s hometown ties to the historic city, on top of its two other appointments made this year.

2026.6.29

Fire authorities put out a fire that broke out at a factory in Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang, on April 27. [NEWS1]

Fire breaks out at Gyeongju petroleum facility, prompting evacuation alerts for nearby residents

A fire broke out at a petroleum-handling facility in Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang, on Monday, prompting emergency evacuation alerts for nearby residents.

2026.4.28

Senior government officials including President Lee Jae Myung, fifth from left in the front, pose for a group photograph on the sidelines of the APEC summit in Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang, on Nov. 1, 2025. [PRESIDENTIAL OFFICE]

North Gyeongsang launches initiatives to boost overnight tourism

North Gyeongsang province, following last year's APEC summit, recorded a 12.8% increase in visitors, rising from 69.9 million to 78.9 million. However, overnight stays only saw a slight increase, with lodging conversion rates remaining low.

2026.3.31

Tag: Gyeongju

Gyeongju

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Paws on the path: Dogs, owners race around Gyeongju lake at Sono Runtrip 180K

1 dead, 2 seriously injured in Gyeongju waste plant explosion

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