Senior Citizens Outraged After Being Banned from Gym in Ageist Policy RowA hotel gym in Daegu has sparked controversy by deciding to restrict the registration and use of its facilities for seniors aged 76 and older. According to related industry sources on June 18, a four-star hotel gym in Suseong-gu, Daegu, posted a notice stating, “Customers aged 76 and older are not allowed to register as members […]
Breaking the Cycle: The Impact of Family and Society on Juvenile OffendersWith the continuous rise in juvenile crime, the severity and diversity of offenses are also increasing. As the age of offenders continues to decrease, there are many different opinions regarding the age of juvenile defenders. The Ministry of Justice has already announced a legislative proposal to lower the age of criminal responsibility to 13 years […]
South Korea Scores $500M Legal Victory in U.S. Supreme Court BattleThe South Korean government has been confirmed to win the lawsuit for damages of $500 million, brought against by Blenheim Capital.
Putin Breaks Rules with Luxury Gift to North Korea's KimRussian President Vladimir Putin gifted North Korean leader Kim Jong Un with a top-of-the-line Russian-made limousine.
Not on the Menu: Paper Mishap at Major Burger JointOn the 19th, Yonhap News reported that an office worker in Seoul encountered an issue while having lunch at a nearby McDonald’s on the 15th. He noticed something unusual in his food, which turned out to be the wax paper used to store patties. After this incident, the office worker researched similar past occurrences and […]
Kim Jong Un's Daughter Sparks Controversy with Sheer Outfit: Is North Korea Changing?Recently, a see-through outfit worn by Kim Jong Un's daughter, Kim Ju Ae, has become a hot topic and is reportedly becoming a trend.
TikTok Video Praising Kim Jong Un Blocked: Sparks National Security Concerns in South KoreaKCSC held a subcommittee meeting and blocked access to 29 TikTok videos with four correction requests and one not applicable.
Pet Rocks: Unique Trend Reflecting Modern Society's LonelinessHave you heard of the recent trend of pet rock culture in South Korea? This trend involves decoratin ...
Revolutionary Idea: The More Vulnerable, The More VotesA radical proposal from a national policy research institute suggests reforming the one-person, one-vote electoral system to give more voting rights to younger and lower-income individuals. This is because the current progressive tax system, which taxes the wealthy more, is limited in resolving polarization. The Korea Institute of Public Finance recently published a report titled […]
Fatal Beauty: Chinese Teen Dies After Surgery in South Korean ClinicA tragic incident involving a Chinese teenager who died after undergoing liposuction and fat grafting surgery at a plastic surgery clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, has resulted in a court order for the responsible surgeon to pay approximately $170,000 in damages to the victim’s parents. On the 17th of last month, the Seoul Central District Court […]
Shocking Discovery: Man Finds Out Child is Not His, Annuls MarriageA man who married due to a premarital pregnancy has revealed that he annulled his marriage after a paternity test showed the child was not his. He stated that the biological father was his wife’s coworker. A post titled “Guys, paternity test is a must” was posted on Blind, an anonymous community for office workers, […]
Racial Discrimination Rekindles in the South as Pro-Palestine Protesters InsultedRacial discrimination, once notoriously prevalent in the southern U.S., is rearing its head again. Some individuals were seen surrounding a group of peaceful protesters supporting Palestine, making monkey noises at a black woman and throwing water bottles in a display of offensive behavior. These individuals were seen waving the Confederate flag and banners supporting former […]
Chinese Couple in Their 80s Marry College Sweethearts After Decades ApartA Chinese couple in their 80s who once were college sweethearts has become a hot topic on Chinese social media by reuniting and marrying after decades of separation. Photo=SCMP capture An 80s Chinese man has made headlines after reuniting and marrying his college sweetheart, a fellow Peking University alum, after decades apart. After their wedding […]
Rise of 'Emotional Theft': How Chinese Youth Are Redefining PrivacyA recent phenomenon called “tou gan” or “emotional theft” is emerging among young Chinese (Gen Z), who keep their private lives hidden from even parents and friends, as reported by the South China Morning Post (SCMP) on the 30th of last month. According to SCMP, Tou gan in Chinese means emotional theft. These individuals create […]
South Korea Cracks Down on Dangerous Dogs: Euthanasia Now an OptionLegal grounds have been established to euthanize dangerous dogs that have caused harm to people by biting, regardless of the owner’s will. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs on the 30th, the amendment to the Animal Protection Act, which includes a ‘Vicious dog breeding permit system,’ has been implemented since the […]
40 Years for Brutal Motel Murder: Is This Enough?A man in his 30s, who was sentenced to life in prison for attempting to sexually assault and subsequently killing a woman in her 70s working at a motel, has received a 40-year prison sentence on appeal. On the 17th, the second criminal division of the Daegu High Court (Judge Jeong Seung Kyu) broke the […]
Kim Jong Un and Chinese Official Discuss Strategic Cooperation and FriendshipKim Jong Un warmly welcomed Zhao Leji, the third-ranking official of the Chinese Communist Party and Chairman of the National People’s Congress Standing Committee, who visited North Korea. This is interpreted as a will to narrow the distance with China, which had been relatively distant recently. In photos released by North Korean media, such as […]
Why More Young Generations are Opting for Part-Time GigsHave you encountered individuals who shape their work and leisure on their terms, without being bound to any specific job? They’re known as the “freeters”, and you can readily explore related content on YouTube. Vlogs delving into the everyday experiences of freeters, such as “Why I’m working part-time at a convenience store at 30” and […]
China's Response to School Violence: Smart Voice Detectors to the RescueLocal News Report on Smart Voice DetectorCapable of Notifying Emergency Following a harrowing school violence incident in China, where a middle school student was killed and concealed by classmates, measures such as the deployment of Smart Voice Detectors that detect abusive language or cries for help in schools are attracting attention. According to recent local […]
Beware of Bargain Bling: Carcinogens Detected in Jewelry from Alibaba and TemuCarcinogenic substances exceeding Korean safety standards by up to 700 times have been detected in jewelry sold at ultra-low prices on Chinese e-commerce platforms, AliExpress and Temu. On the 7th, Incheon Regional Customs announced that upon analyzing the components of 404 pieces of jewelry, such as earrings and rings, sold on AliExpress and Temu, carcinogens […]
Senior Citizens Outraged After Being Banned from Gym in Ageist Policy Row A hotel gym in Daegu has sparked controversy by deciding to restrict the registration and use of its facilities for seniors aged 76 and older. According to related industry sources on June 18, a four-star hotel gym in Suseong-gu, Daegu, posted a notice stating, “Customers aged 76 and older are not allowed to register as members […]
Breaking the Cycle: The Impact of Family and Society on Juvenile Offenders With the continuous rise in juvenile crime, the severity and diversity of offenses are also increasing. As the age of offenders continues to decrease, there are many different opinions regarding the age of juvenile defenders. The Ministry of Justice has already announced a legislative proposal to lower the age of criminal responsibility to 13 years […]
South Korea Scores $500M Legal Victory in U.S. Supreme Court Battle The South Korean government has been confirmed to win the lawsuit for damages of $500 million, brought against by Blenheim Capital.
Putin Breaks Rules with Luxury Gift to North Korea's Kim Russian President Vladimir Putin gifted North Korean leader Kim Jong Un with a top-of-the-line Russian-made limousine.
Not on the Menu: Paper Mishap at Major Burger Joint On the 19th, Yonhap News reported that an office worker in Seoul encountered an issue while having lunch at a nearby McDonald’s on the 15th. He noticed something unusual in his food, which turned out to be the wax paper used to store patties. After this incident, the office worker researched similar past occurrences and […]
Kim Jong Un's Daughter Sparks Controversy with Sheer Outfit: Is North Korea Changing? Recently, a see-through outfit worn by Kim Jong Un's daughter, Kim Ju Ae, has become a hot topic and is reportedly becoming a trend.
TikTok Video Praising Kim Jong Un Blocked: Sparks National Security Concerns in South Korea KCSC held a subcommittee meeting and blocked access to 29 TikTok videos with four correction requests and one not applicable.
Pet Rocks: Unique Trend Reflecting Modern Society's Loneliness Have you heard of the recent trend of pet rock culture in South Korea? This trend involves decoratin ...
Revolutionary Idea: The More Vulnerable, The More Votes A radical proposal from a national policy research institute suggests reforming the one-person, one-vote electoral system to give more voting rights to younger and lower-income individuals. This is because the current progressive tax system, which taxes the wealthy more, is limited in resolving polarization. The Korea Institute of Public Finance recently published a report titled […]
Fatal Beauty: Chinese Teen Dies After Surgery in South Korean Clinic A tragic incident involving a Chinese teenager who died after undergoing liposuction and fat grafting surgery at a plastic surgery clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, has resulted in a court order for the responsible surgeon to pay approximately $170,000 in damages to the victim’s parents. On the 17th of last month, the Seoul Central District Court […]
Shocking Discovery: Man Finds Out Child is Not His, Annuls Marriage A man who married due to a premarital pregnancy has revealed that he annulled his marriage after a paternity test showed the child was not his. He stated that the biological father was his wife’s coworker. A post titled “Guys, paternity test is a must” was posted on Blind, an anonymous community for office workers, […]
Racial Discrimination Rekindles in the South as Pro-Palestine Protesters Insulted Racial discrimination, once notoriously prevalent in the southern U.S., is rearing its head again. Some individuals were seen surrounding a group of peaceful protesters supporting Palestine, making monkey noises at a black woman and throwing water bottles in a display of offensive behavior. These individuals were seen waving the Confederate flag and banners supporting former […]
Chinese Couple in Their 80s Marry College Sweethearts After Decades Apart A Chinese couple in their 80s who once were college sweethearts has become a hot topic on Chinese social media by reuniting and marrying after decades of separation. Photo=SCMP capture An 80s Chinese man has made headlines after reuniting and marrying his college sweetheart, a fellow Peking University alum, after decades apart. After their wedding […]
Rise of 'Emotional Theft': How Chinese Youth Are Redefining Privacy A recent phenomenon called “tou gan” or “emotional theft” is emerging among young Chinese (Gen Z), who keep their private lives hidden from even parents and friends, as reported by the South China Morning Post (SCMP) on the 30th of last month. According to SCMP, Tou gan in Chinese means emotional theft. These individuals create […]
South Korea Cracks Down on Dangerous Dogs: Euthanasia Now an Option Legal grounds have been established to euthanize dangerous dogs that have caused harm to people by biting, regardless of the owner’s will. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs on the 30th, the amendment to the Animal Protection Act, which includes a ‘Vicious dog breeding permit system,’ has been implemented since the […]
40 Years for Brutal Motel Murder: Is This Enough? A man in his 30s, who was sentenced to life in prison for attempting to sexually assault and subsequently killing a woman in her 70s working at a motel, has received a 40-year prison sentence on appeal. On the 17th, the second criminal division of the Daegu High Court (Judge Jeong Seung Kyu) broke the […]
Kim Jong Un and Chinese Official Discuss Strategic Cooperation and Friendship Kim Jong Un warmly welcomed Zhao Leji, the third-ranking official of the Chinese Communist Party and Chairman of the National People’s Congress Standing Committee, who visited North Korea. This is interpreted as a will to narrow the distance with China, which had been relatively distant recently. In photos released by North Korean media, such as […]
Why More Young Generations are Opting for Part-Time Gigs Have you encountered individuals who shape their work and leisure on their terms, without being bound to any specific job? They’re known as the “freeters”, and you can readily explore related content on YouTube. Vlogs delving into the everyday experiences of freeters, such as “Why I’m working part-time at a convenience store at 30” and […]
China's Response to School Violence: Smart Voice Detectors to the Rescue Local News Report on Smart Voice DetectorCapable of Notifying Emergency Following a harrowing school violence incident in China, where a middle school student was killed and concealed by classmates, measures such as the deployment of Smart Voice Detectors that detect abusive language or cries for help in schools are attracting attention. According to recent local […]
Beware of Bargain Bling: Carcinogens Detected in Jewelry from Alibaba and Temu Carcinogenic substances exceeding Korean safety standards by up to 700 times have been detected in jewelry sold at ultra-low prices on Chinese e-commerce platforms, AliExpress and Temu. On the 7th, Incheon Regional Customs announced that upon analyzing the components of 404 pieces of jewelry, such as earrings and rings, sold on AliExpress and Temu, carcinogens […]
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