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Wed, September 27, 2023 | 13:13

Generation Z entrepreneurs turn oyster shells into trendy dish soap

Generation Z entrepreneurs turn oyster shells into trendy dish soap

Oysters are considered an affordable and wholesome ingredient in Korea, unlike some western countries. Here, they are found in different dishes such as soups, kimchi, and rice and are often eaten deep-fried or raw. Korea has become the second-largest oyster exporter in the world, after China, producing over 300,000 tons of oysters in 2020 alone, according to the Organization ...

Lee Gyu-lee | 2023-03-29 14:46

Palaces, Cheong Wa Dae offer cultural events to celebrate arrival of spring

Palaces, Cheong Wa Dae offer cultural events to celebrate arrival of spring

Various cultural events are expected to take place at Joseon-era (1392-1910) palaces and Cheong Wa Dae (the former presidential office) in Seoul to celebrate spring's arrival. Flowers are expected to blossom at the end of this month before reaching peak bloom in April, according to the state-run Cultural Heritage Administration (CHA) Royal Palaces and Tombs Center.

Kwak Yeon-soo | 2023-03-23 17:10

Ortho-prosthetist hopes to make difference in amputees' quality of life

Ortho-prosthetist hopes to make difference in amputees' quality of life

At least 10,000 amputations occur in Korea every year as a result of accidents, infections, or injuries. Kim Jung-hyun has been making prosthetics at Silobionic, a company established 14 years ago that ...

Kwak Yeon-soo | 2023-03-16 17:12

Environmental artist to exhibit garden inspired by Mount Jiri at Chelsea Flower Show

Environmental artist to exhibit garden inspired by Mount Jiri at Chelsea Flower Show

After an 11-year absence, garden designer and environmental artist Hwang Ji-hae is returning to the Chelsea Flower Show with her entry entitled “Land of Healing: Korean Mountain Light.” In 2011, Hwang won the Best Artisan Award and the Gold Medal at Chelsea Flower Show with “Hae Woo So: Emptying Your Mind: Traditional Korean Toilet.”

Kwak Yeon-soo | 2023-03-16 16:03

[INTERVIEW] Seoul on cusp of modernization captured through photos of vanishing 'moon villages'

INTERVIEWSeoul on cusp of modernization captured through photos of vanishing 'moon villages'

A black-and-white snapshot captures the facade of a dilapidated shack in southern Seoul's Apgujeong-dong, with a torn-out roof and walls that turn out to be nothing more than a mishmash of tarps and nailed wood boards of wildly varying sizes.

Park Han-sol | 2023-03-08 14:59

[INTERVIEW] CEO of gardening club on mission to make cities greener

INTERVIEWCEO of gardening club on mission to make cities greener

Living in the hustle and bustle of a city, especially a heavily-populated metropolis like Seoul, often makes you want to push the pause button and look for a refreshing, peaceful break that only nature can offer.

Lee Gyu-lee | 2023-03-02 10:45

'Parasite,' 'Squid Game' music composer releases debut album via Decca Records

'Parasite,' 'Squid Game' music composer releases debut album via Decca Records

Jung Jae-il, the musician and composer behind the soundtracks for the Oscar-winning film “Parasite” and hit Netflix series “Squid Game,” released his debut album via Decca Records.

Kwak Yeon-soo | 2023-02-27 17:05

Seoul Fashion Week set to dazzle in March

Seoul Fashion Week set to dazzle in March

It's that time of the year when Korea's fashion designers rummage through their wardrobes to carefully choose their choicest couture. Those picked by their creators will be the outfits representing not just their labels, but also the country in front of fashionistas and industry dealers from over 20 countries.

Ko Dong-hwan | 2023-02-25 09:00

[INTERVIEW] Google Arts and Culture brings DMZ to virtual life

INTERVIEWGoogle Arts and Culture brings DMZ to virtual life

The 250-km-long and 4-km-wide strip that has divided the two warring Koreas since the signing of the 1953 Armistice Agreement - better known as the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) - is a geographical paradox.

Park Han-sol | 2023-02-22 17:13

Hanji artist layers handmade paper into sculptures

Hanji artist layers handmade paper into sculptures

Hanji - a traditional Korean paper made of inner bark from the mulberry tree - has been fading from people's daily lives due to the complicated, labor-intensive process used to make it. Only around 20 workshops in Korea continue to produce high-quality hanji through centuries-old papermaking techniques called waebal. Lee Seung-chul, professor of art at Dongduk Women's Univers...

Kwak Yeon-soo | 2023-02-16 13:14

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