It’s the time of year for ghouls, ghosts, and goblins to adorn storefronts as excitement for Halloween winds up. Though not a holiday traditionally celebrated in Korea, in recent years Halloween has become more popular for both kids and adults as they celebrate fall. In fact, a 2015 study by online retailers showed that …
Thrills, Chills, and Parties: A Guide to Korea’s Halloween Haunts Read More »
For two days at the end of August, Muslims around the world gathered with their families to celebrate Eid al-Adha. Also known as the Feast of Sacrifice, the sacrificing of sheep, and sharing the meat with neighbors and the less fortunate stands at the heart of the holiday tradition. In Morocco, a Muslim-majority country in …
How Samsung C&T Celebrated Eid al-Adha in Morocco Read More »
‘Athleisure’ is a fusion of sportswear and fashion that has been popular amongst sports aficionados, style-conscious millennials and Fashion Week designers alike for the past few years. Its popularity shows no sign of abating anytime soon, thanks to growing consumer interest in flexible fashions and wellness-friendly trends. A recent report by Allied Market Research predicted that …
Athleisure For Any Occasion: Finding Your Perfect Sporty Fit Read More »
Packed with luxurious hotels and shopping centers, it’s hard to imagine Qatar was once a humble fishing and pearling port. Fueled by its large oil and natural gas reserve, the small nation on the Arabian Peninsula developed into the world’s richest country in just 60 years. There are no signs that the Gulf state’s transformation …
Building the Engine of Growth: Qatar’s Umm Al Houl Power Plant Read More »
From spending an endearing afternoon watching monkeys and pandas, to getting an adrenaline rush on rides like the T-Express, Everland has something to offer visitors of all ages. Whether you’re bringing toddlers, teenagers, or grandma and grandpa for a day in the park, there are attractions for everyone to enjoy. Check out our recommendations to …
From Thrill-seeking to Relaxing: An All-Ages Guide to Everland Read More »
As urban areas continue to grow and sustainability dominates policy making, there is now a recognition that landscape architecture offers much more than aesthetic value. Aside from beautifying our cities, countless research have shown that urban green spaces can also bring people from different backgrounds together and enhance our psychological and physical wellbeing. The dramatic transformation of neighborhoods …
Painting with Plants: A Day in the Life of a Landscape Architect Read More »
Lying in a low, flat plain laced together by a network of rivers, few people know the humble city of Pinghu, Zhejiang Province is a center of industry. But situated right next to Hangzhou Bay, with Shanghai to the North East, the region sits on prime real estate. This is where the Samsung Precision Stainless …
Samsung C&T’s Pinghu Plant: A Stainless-Steel Factory with a Heart of Gold Read More »
With a myriad of activities on offer around the clock, there’s no better time to visit Seoul than summer. As part of their trip to the South Korean capital, many international tourists also take a day trip to Everland in search of unique experiences. If you are planning to visit Korea’s largest theme park this …
A Summer to Remember: Top Tips for Everland’s International Visitors Read More »
As the global demand for technology grows, so has our reliance on metals and minerals. From simple battery cells to sophisticated electronics and low-carbon innovations, our present and future technological foundation is inextricably tied to the mining of these substances. While we typically associate mining with tools such as axes and drills, recovering metals and minerals …
Indispensable Materials Series Part 11: Mining Chemicals Read More »
Breaking onto the international fashion scene is no easy feat for a young brand. Samsung C&T Fashion Group’s sfdf awards exist to support Korean fashion brands under five years old with their international – as well as domestic – growth. The winners of sfdf not only receive funding and public exposure to boost their brands, …
Local Fashion, International Scale: What Does It Mean To Win sfdf? Read More »
