That Phenomenon of Couple Looks
Born and raised in South Korea, I still shudder at the sight of couples in matching outfits. Unfortunately, Seoul abounds with young, besotted pairs donning unmistakably matched looks — usually wearing same t-shirts, hats or sneakers. Known for its edgy street style and overall appearance-obsessed culture, South Korea somehow doesn’
Jieun Choi: In GQ Korea Discussing Melbourne
Staff writer Jieun Choi wrote a column for GQ Korea on living in Melbourne, and the city’s warmth toward strangers. “Having grown too accustomed to South Korean society, where the voice of an individual too easily comes back as an empty echo, I physically experienced the
Se-Woong Koo: On the Cost of US-ROK Alliance in the NYT
Our publisher Se-Woong Koo argued in the New York Times opinion page that the cost of South Korea’s alliance with the U.S. has been enormous and that it’s time for South Korea to reconsider its military dependence on America.
Se-Woong Koo: On Trump's Seoul Visit in Al Jazeera
Se-Woong Koo’s opinion piece on why Donald Trump’s visit to Seoul is a headache for the South Korean government appeared on Al Jazeera’s website.
KÉ Journalism School is Coming Back in January 2018
Korea Exposé Journalism School is coming back in January 2018! You can get networking opportunities with journalists, a polished portfolio and a chance to publish on Korea Exposé. No previous experience/education required. Just bring a laptop, a reporter’s notebook, a smartphone and fluency in Korean and English.
Jieun Choi: On BBC World Service Radio Discussing "Spycam Porn"
Korea Exposé staff writer Jieun Choi was on BBC World Service live to discuss the phenomenon of hidden cam porn in South Korea. Listen here (at 48:39). Read Jieun’s original article at Korea Exposé: “There could be one of you”: S. Korea’s Spycam
KÉ Interview: From West Yorkshire to Buddhist Martial Art
To get to Golgulsa from Seoul, it takes a roughly two-hour train journey to Gyeongju, the nearest city, and from there, a 90-minute ride on two separate buses through the countryside. On reaching the designated bus stop, it’s another twenty-minute walk along a stream lined with wild flowers before
Haeryun Kang: On S Korea's Olympic Preparedness in Monocle Magazine
Our managing editor Haeryun Kang reported for Monocle magazine about South Korea’s preparations for the winter Olympics in Pyeongchang next year. (Subscriber access only)
Se-Woong Koo: On South Korea Between Pyongyang and Trump in the NYT
Our publisher Se-Woong Koo wrote on the mood in South Korea as the war-of-words intensifies between North Korea and Washington under President Donald Trump. Read in the New York Times.
Haeryun Kang: On "North Korea Coverage - U.S. vs S. Korea" for Al Jazeera's Listening Post
Managing editor Haeryun Kang was interviewed by Listening Post, an Al Jazeera show that critiques media reporting around the world. For this episode, Listening Post discusses media reporting on North Korea. “I think there’s a huge double standard when it comes to threats that are
Haeryun Kang: On S. Korean "indifference" to N. Korea in Vox
Last week, managing editor Haeryun Kang talked to the Guardian about the complexity behind S. Koreans’ indifference toward N. Korean threats. Read her in-depth interview with Vox, with detailed follow-up questions regarding the Guardian analysis: “…in South Korea, [North Korea] is deeply personal, and it’s
Haeryun Kang: On N. Korea in the Guardian
“In South Korea we’re scared but we’ve normalised the fear,” published on the Guardian on Aug. 9, 2017. Are S. Koreans indifferent to N. Korean provocations? When North Korea news gets hot, like now, thanks to its recent missile test and Guam, many outlets