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Pine wilt disease plagues South Chungcheong forests with 28-fold increase in a year
Around 140,000 trees have been affected, leading to calls for a resumption of aerial pesticide spraying to control the damage.
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Seoul to guarantee ‘right to walk in shade’ citywide from 2028
Mayor Oh Se-hoon said the city will add trees, canopies and rest areas to heavily-used routes to provide relief from direct sunlight and reduce heat-related illnesses.
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Korea braces for return of heat as southern rains taper off
Apparent temperatures are forecast to reach 36 degrees Celsius (96.8 degrees Fahrenheit) around Seoul this week, with humid tropical nights offering little relief after dark.
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Summer heat is wearing on Korea's mental health, researchers say
Studies link Korea’s hotter summers to worsening depression, anxiety, panic symptoms and a higher risk of violent crime.
