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Thu, June 1, 2023 | 11:41

Day in the life of Korean hair designer apprentice

Day in the life of Korean hair designer apprentice

By Nandita Kothari, Kim Kang-min This is a day in the life of Jaehyeon, a hair designer apprentice in South Korea. Jaehyeon is a passionate, soon-to-be hair designer, who dreams of spreading the knowledge of Korean hair beauty to the world. He has been training for about 1.5 years and has a few more exams to clear before becoming a hair designer. The day-to-day tasks of hair...

2023-05-10 10:25

Day in life of a typical Korean university student

Day in life of a typical Korean university student

This is a day in the life of Jiwon, a 3rd-year university student in Seoul, South Korea. Jiwon goes to Sogang University which is one of the top-ranked universities in South Korea. As she is a university student, her schedule varies every day. She lives a busy life juggling her classes, assignments, club activities, volunteer work, catching up with friends, and more. We follo...

2023-04-25 16:01

Miracle rescue of 200 dogs caged for dog meat

Miracle rescue of 200 dogs caged for dog meat

ASAN, South Chungcheong Province - Just after the break of dawn on Tuesday, three vans drove down a narrow gravel road leading to a dog farm in Asan, South Chungcheong Province, some 100 kilometers from Seoul. The dogs began barking as more than a dozen activists from Humane Society International (HSI) got out from the vehicles and approached the farm.

2023-03-21 17:25

How Korean blood sausage 'sundae' is made in factories

How Korean blood sausage 'sundae' is made in factories

Sundae is a popular dish in Korea, often enjoyed as a convenient and tasty snack in markets across the country. This savory snack made of cooked cow's blood, sticky rice, and spices, has been a traditional favorite of the Korean people for generations. Sundae can be served in many different forms, such as Sundae soup, which is also a popular dish in Korea.

2023-03-10 18:15

Meet artisan of Yeomcheon Bridge shoe street

Meet artisan of Yeomcheon Bridge shoe street

The handmade shoe stores near Yeomcheon Bridge have a history dating back almost a century. This block represents Korea's first-ever community of shoe merchants. The shoemakers in the area have passed down their knowledge and skills over the generations, making it a unique example of Korean craftsmanship. This road is also a testament to the resilience and dedication of the c...

2023-02-27 13:43

How Koreans' favorite convenience store foods are made in factories

How Koreans' favorite convenience store foods are made in factories

The choices of food in South Korea are endless, but when you want something quick and cheap, Korean convenience stores are a great option. Not only do Korean convenience stores have grab-and-go packaged foods like sandwiches, but they also have proper Korean meals like bento boxes with Korean side dishes.

2023-02-06 16:15

How aliens are created by special effects makeup artists

How aliens are created by special effects makeup artists

Who gives life to creatures in movies? Special effects makeup involves hyperrealistic characterizations and special makeup used to portray creatures such as aliens and monsters.

2023-02-01 17:34

How top-selling Korean convenience store foods are mass produced

How top-selling Korean convenience store foods are mass produced

Koreans visit convenience stores on a daily basis. And "Gimbap" is one of the best-selling pre-made foods sold in convenience stores in Korea. Korean gimbap comes in two different shapes: long rolls and triangular ones.

2023-01-25 17:49

Why is Korean oyster so cheap? Inside Korea's oyster mass production plant

Why is Korean oyster so cheap? Inside Korea's oyster mass production plant

Korea is the second-largest oyster producer in the world, after China. And more than 80% of all Korean oysters are produced in Tong-yeong, South Gyeongsang Province.

2023-01-11 14:46

Who takes care of rabbits? Meet Korea's rabbit veterinarian

Who takes care of rabbits? Meet Korea's rabbit veterinarian

A lot of animals are not your ordinary cats and dogs. They include reptiles, parrots, rabbits, guinea pigs, meerkats and many other animals.

2023-01-01 17:54

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