Shim Hyun-chul has been a photojournalist for The Korea Times since 2006, covering news events throughout the country. He is committed to strict journalism ethics, and it has never changed since his first day in the newsroom. He has covered four presidential elections, two Olympic Games and countless daily assignments around the world. When he is not at work, he plays tennis. Shim is also a certified lifeguard by YMCA International, which means he can actually save lives.
PHOTOS On way to grandmother for Lunar New Year holiday
A family of three walk down the stairs at Seoul Station, Wednesday, to catch a train bound for Daegu, where the little boy's grandmother lives, for the Lunar New Year holiday. To contain the spread of COVID-19, the government has put in place special measures for the holiday, including selling only window seats on trains and charging toll fees on highways. A ban on gatherings of five or more people also remains effective. Korea Times photo by Shim Hyun-chul
By Shim Hyun-chul
Korea Times photo by Shim Hyun-chul
Korea Times photo by Shim Hyun-chul
Korea Times photo by Shim Hyun-chul
Korea Times photo by Shim Hyun-chul
Korea Times photo by Shim Hyun-chul