Incheon Releases 400,000 Juvenile Korean Rockfish into Soya-do and Muui-do Waters
The Incheon Fisheries Resources Research Institute has released 400,000 juvenile Korean rockfish into the coastal waters of Soya-do and Muui-do. The institute announced that 250,000 were released in the waters off Soya-do in Ongjin-gun, and 150,000 off Muui-do in Jung-gu between June 24th and 25th. These rockfish, hatched in April and raised for three months, have grown to over 6 centimeters in length and have passed disease screening. The release expects to help boost local fishermen's income.
One in Three Food Poisoning Cases Occurs During Summer
The Incheon Public Health and Environment Research Institute has issued a public reminder to practice hygiene as food poisoning risks increase during summer. According to data from the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, 332 cases of food poisoning occurred in the summer over the past three years, accounting for 35.2% of the total cases. The majority of these incidents were caused by bacterial pathogens such as Salmonella and pathogenic E. coli.
31 Malaria Cases Reported in Incheon; Authorities Warn of Surge Around Monsoon Season
With the peak summer season approaching, malaria cases are rising in Incheon. According to the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency, a total of 31 malaria cases have been reported in Incheon since January 1st. The agency urges high-risk areas to follow mosquito prevention guidelines and strengthen local mosquito control efforts.
Incheon to Establish Logistics Robot Testbed at Robot Land by Year-End
Incheon has been selected for the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy’s 2025 Robot Flagship Regional Hub Project and will receive 950 million won in national funding.
With this, the city plans to invest 1.9 billion won to build a logistics robot demonstration infrastructure at Incheon Robot Land by the end of this year.
Incheon Partners with Religious Groups to Address Low Birthrate
Incheon is partnering with religious organizations to tackle the low birthrate crisis. The city has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Incheon Christian Council and the Incheon Holycity Movement Headquarters. This partnership aims to establish a collaborative system to improve public awareness, and promote a positive culture around marriage and parenting.
Gyeyang-gu Launches University Student Mentorship Program
On June 25th, Gyeyang-gu in Incheon held a launch ceremony for “Gyeyang-gu University Student Mentorship Program” at the district office’s Sinbi Hall. Program’s mentors will share their middle and high school experiences and college life insights to offer practical career guidance and help local teenagers explore academic majors.
Incheon Office of Education Conducts Training to Boost Inquiry-Based Teaching
The Incheon Metropolitan Office of Education has conducted specialized training to enhance the instructional planning skills of elementary school teachers. The training, titled “Empowering Classrooms with Inquiry,” was attended by 110 teachers who are part of classroom innovation support groups. Designed in line with the 2022 revised curriculum, the program focuses on helping teachers create lessons that cultivate key competencies.
Exploring Humanities at Incheon Hyanggyo
The Michuhol Haksan Cultural Center will host a humanities event titled “Humanities Salon: Coexistence and Mutual Prosperity” at the Incheon Hyanggyo on July 3rd, 4th, 10th, and 11th. Rooted in Confucian tradition, the program reflects on harmonious living between humans, nature, and society, and aims to revisit the values of coexistence and mutual prosperity. The event is free and open to all adults.
Sources: https://news.ifm.kr
