Are Korean Fighters in Ukraine Good for Korea?
Former South Korean navy officer and YouTuber Rhee Keun says he is in Ukraine to fight and bring glory to Korea. The government says it will punish him.
Next Week's Korean Presidential Election: A Primer
Despite incumbent Moon Jae-in's strong support rate, the two main candidates are neck and neck in the race, making for an unpredictable outcome.
Ukrainian Crisis, Viewed from South Korea
How to react to the Russian invasion of Ukraine on Thursday has dominated South Korean politics for the last couple of days.
Korea's Next President: "Monster" or "Vegetable"?
South Korea goes to the presidential poll in two weeks. The mood in the country is less than enthusiastic.
Islamophobia Rears Its Ugly Head (Again) in Korea
2018 was Korea's year of hatred for Yemeni refugees. 2022 isn't off to a great start for Afghans.
Hardships of Disability in Korea
Wheelchair riders have converged on subway stations in central Seoul for several months. They want the government to take disability rights seriously.
Ban on Leaflets Bound for North Korea Exposes Government’s Hypocrisy
In 2020 Seoul criminalized sending propaganda leaflets to the North. Worryingly, the law can be used to punish other critical speech about North Korea.
Who Are Koreaboos?
The idea of people who love Korean culture so much that they want to become Korean has been around for a few years.
That Complicated Garment: Hanbok
Hanbok is often called "an integral part of Korean lives for centuries". But its status in contemporary Korea has not been exactly secure.
Understanding Korea's Hatred for China
China is by far Korea's biggest trading partner. It has also become Korea's most hated country.
Song Ji-ah: The Perfect Korean Celebrity
First they raved about her, and now they want to take her down. But influencer Song Ji-ah perfectly captures Korea's materialism out of control.
Sorcery at the Heart of Korean Politics
A dharma master, a venerable teacher, talismans. A presidential candidate captivates the nation with his apparent interest in the supernatural.