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Sat, June 10, 2023 | 06:22

[#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

Speed racing with a sedan?: Meet the faster & stronger SM6

Speed racing with a sedan?: Meet the faster & stronger SM6

Renault Samsung Motors has been suffering faltering sales throughout this year due to the coronavirus outbreak. And to revive sales, this time Renault Samsung Motors has rolled out a real head-turner. Four years ago, the automaker released its first SM6 sedan model also known as the Talisman. And this year, Renault has produced a new, more sophisticated SM6 with a high-tech m...

Lee Min-young | 2020-07-28 18:16

[#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

How Koreans stay fit during COVID-19: Easy home workout with celeb instructor Yang Jung-won

How Koreans stay fit during COVID-19: Easy home workout with celeb instructor Yang Jung-won

Gyms are shut down and let's be honest, coronavirus has been a perfect excuse for us to move less and eat more. Binge-watching Netflix and YouTube videos never seems to allow us to keep up with the daily workout routine we planned since day 1 of quarantine.

2020-07-20 18:31

What's driving Kim Jong-un's erratic behavior?: N. Korea expert

What's driving Kim Jong-un's erratic behavior?: N. Korea expert

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has proven himself to be the hardest person to trust. On June 16, the North has once again surprised us by blowing up the 15 million dollars worth joint liaison office (South Korea's property, of course) in Kaesong, saying they are very unhappy with anti-Pyeongyang leaflets being sent across the border.

2020-07-07 18:45

'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

Debate: Should K-pop be apolitical vs. politcal?

Debate: Should K-pop be apolitical vs. politcal?

It is quite rare for singers to exercise their social/political voice on the K-pop scene, where they are expected to focus solely on musical activities. In fact, there is a rationale behind their silence, according to professor of K-pop Lee Gyu-tag.

Lee Min-young | 2020-06-23 19:06

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

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