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Sat, February 4, 2023 | 15:40

Man brutally attacks passengers on subway who said to wear mask

Man brutally attacks passengers on subway who said to wear mask

A man in his 50s attacked two passengers who asked him to wear a mask on a line no.2 subway train during morning commute. The man got angry when he was asked to put on a mask and began slapping the passenger on the face multiple times with his slipper. Another passenger sitting nearby was also assaulted and verbally abused by the man who attempted to strangle him. A total of ...

Lee Min-young | 2020-08-28 16:11

[#HashtagKorea] From Lingeries to Cars: Koreans subscribe to anything!

#HashtagKoreaFrom Lingeries to Cars: Koreans subscribe to anything!

Have you spent hours choosing the lingeries of your taste? Well, you can now save up that time because there is a service trending nowadays in Korea where you can get a perfect one just for you delivered to your door!

2020-08-19 15:33

[#HashtagKorea] No more TikTok in Korea?

#HashtagKoreaNo more TikTok in Korea?

TikTok is one of the most trending social media platforms among young generations in Korea as KPOP stars have also been taking part in TikTok challenges such as rapper Zico's #AnySongChallenge and EXO Baekhyun's #CandyChallenge, and more. The app is extremely popular globally. It has been downloaded 2 billion times worldwide, including 165 million times in the United States. ...

2020-08-10 18:04

'Respect our culture': Koreans talk about eating dog meat on Boknal in Korea

'Respect our culture': Koreans talk about eating dog meat on Boknal in Korea

During the hottest days of summer in Korea which we call Boknal, Koreans usually have special food to supplement their energy. Among many, Samgyetang, a special Korean traditional dish of boiled chicken, is one the most popular menu for Koreans to go out for on Boknal.

2020-07-31 19:12

[#HashtagKorea] BLACKPINK spurs 'Hanbok' controversy / 'Genderless' trend in Korea

#HashtagKoreaBLACKPINK spurs 'Hanbok' controversy / 'Genderless' trend in Korea

K-POP girl band BLACKPINK performed 'How You Like That” for the first time on Jimmy Fallon's 'The Tonight Show and wowed K-pop fans not only with their amazing performances, but also with their eye-catching stage outfits inspired by Korean traditional attire Hanbok!

2020-07-21 16:50

'Stop the baby whine': What South Koreans really think about North Korea

'Stop the baby whine': What South Koreans really think about North Korea

They make up, and break up. But they again decide to stay, and part ways overnight. It seems like they just can't cut the cord. For South Korean President Moon Jae-in, engaging with North Korea's Kim Jong-un has always been a rollercoaster ride. Unpredictability. That’s how Kim controls the relationship. Then how do South Koreans feel about their unruly neighbor?

2020-07-06 14:27

Exploited victims?: Where did all the 'comfort women' donations go?

Exploited victims?: Where did all the 'comfort women' donations go?

Lee Yong-su, a long-time activist and survivor of Japan’s wartime sexual slavery, dropped a bombshell when she decided to speak out against newly-elected lawmaker Yoon Mee-hyang and a civic group she led.

Lee Gyu-lee | 2020-06-23 09:42

Black Lives Matter: What Do Koreans Really Think About BLM Protests?

Black Lives Matter: What Do Koreans Really Think About BLM Protests?

The Black Lives Matter movement sparked by the police killing of African-American George Floyd have been spreading worldwide over the past few weeks. And for Asians, racial discrimination is nothing new. Amid the protests, Asian businesses in many cities across the US have been struck by looters and vandals which led Asians to stage their own campaign against racism. So this ...

2020-06-19 14:47

SM Entertainment supports Black Lives Matter movement

'Hope Tape': How a simple tape can help find missing children

'Hope Tape': How a simple tape can help find missing children

Waiting on a package to arrive is always a delightful anticipation, savoring every moment of unboxing those deliveries. But in South Korea, there’s another reason to take a better look at your long-awaited parcel before you rip it open.

Lee Gyu-lee | 2020-06-05 09:26

Feeling stranded?: Ways to travel during COVID-19

Feeling stranded?: Ways to travel during COVID-19

As COVID-19 led many countries to close borders and restrict incoming travelers, people have found a new way to take a “virtual vacation” around the world. The #어디갈래챌린지, or #Wheredoyouwannago_challenge, is a new social media trend in Korea for those eager to escape the quarantine mood with a nice trip to anywhere, even space.

Lee Min-young | 2020-05-11 18:13

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