Living Cheap in South Korea
Between all the designer handbags and luxury cars in the streets of Seoul, it’s easy to think that South Koreans…
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Korea’s Independence Movement Had Women, Too
South Korea commemorates each year the independence uprising of March 1, 1919. But women fighters are often ignored in collective memory.
What Happened at Samsung Factory in Vietnam?
A report of a riot at a Samsung factory in Vietnam made waves online. Then just as quickly, it seemed to disappear from portal sites.
South Korea’s E-Commerce System Sucks; Moon Jae-in Agrees
Presidential candidate Moon pledges to abolish ActiveX and government-issued digital certificates on all government-run websites.
Artist Sells Her Trophy During Korean Music Awards
South Korean artist Lee Lang sold her Korean Music Awards trophy during the award ceremony. She was playful, but her story is telling.
Is the End Near for South Korea’s Largest Dog Meat Market?
Moran Market is synonymous with dog meat. The local mayor wants the industry to disappear but it's proving to be a hard fight.
When A Watch Tells More Than Time
The word “watch” is a double, perhaps triple, entendre when it comes to South Korea’s prime minister and acting president…
The Strangest Taxi in Seoul
Welcome to the world of Mr. Kim Kyo-chul and his “Tin Taxi.” From the outside, the taxi is an inconspicuous…