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Fri, October 2, 2020 | 05:22

Chosun Hotel turns 50

Chosun Hotel turns 50

Even before annexing Korea in 1910, the Japanese began constructing a railway line from Busan to Seoul and Pyongyang and on to the Chinese border to link up with the Trans-Siberian Railway.

2020-09-29 15:08

Second wave of fascism

Second wave of fascism

Fascism can be defined as a post-monarchical form of authoritarian nationalism, and is usually placed on the far right of the political spectrum. It had, until recently, been considered a phenomenon of European history that arose around the time of World War I, quickly gained popularity and power in some countries - even seemed "successful" by some measures - before finally l...

2020-09-28 17:18

For barrier-free society

For barrier-free society

My friends and I didn't go into the restaurant. Because it had only stairs, one of my friends who uses a wheelchair couldn't enter the building. We went to another restaurant instead; it had a ramp at the entrance.

2020-09-27 16:39

Afghanistan peace negotiations move forward

Afghanistan peace negotiations move forward

Representatives of the government of Afghanistan and the Taliban movement have begun formal direct peace negotiations. The two sides held their first meeting in Doha, the capital of Qatar, on Sept. 12.

2020-09-24 17:05

'Nostalgia'

Whenever I visit my hometown, it reminds me of the poem “Nostalgia” written by Jeong Ji-yong.

2020-09-23 17:27

Durability of concrete

Durability of concrete

A local newspaper recently reported a comparison chart showing the durability of concrete in advanced nations. Some 15-year-old tabulation (rounded number in years of lifespan) shows: Korean concrete at 27 years, Japan 54, United States 72, France 80, Germany 121, and England 128 years. In Korea, many apartment buildings are demolished after a quarter century of existence for...

2020-09-22 17:01

Registering feedback

Registering feedback

I have been teaching at a tertiary school for more than three decades. Teaching is my profession which I enjoy and to which I have dedicated my entire life. I am still passionate and energetic when I interact with students in the classroom.

2020-09-21 17:18

How old are you?

How old are you?

With the birth rate falling and life expectancy rising, Korea is rapidly becoming a gray society.

2020-09-20 17:48

Social status complexities

Social status complexities

As you're acutely aware, Confucian societies and social status are fundamentally linked. Social status is determined by your profession and education. Who sits at the top of the status hierarchy? A doctor that graduated from an Ivy League medical school is a likely candidate. While I understand the Ivy League is a coveted status symbol, I find it deeply perplexing that doctor...

2020-09-17 17:25

Choices for safer world

Choices for safer world

These days, children can't go to nurseries and kindergartens due to COVID-19. When they are there, they should wear a mask all the time. Young people can't meet and play with friends freely. I'm sorry that we - adults - have created this unsafe environment for children.

2020-09-16 17:34

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