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Why the Han River Is Often Considered One of the Most Unique Urban Rivers in the World

Why the Han River Is Often Considered One of the Most Unique Urban Rivers in the World

The Han River is more than a body of water running through Seoul. It functions as a transportation corridor, public recreation space, cultural landmark, and visual centerpiece for o…
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Why Some People Feel Exhausted During Korea’s June 3 Election Season

Election season in South Korea often creates a highly visible public atmosphere filled with ca…

Senator Andy Kim, the Delaney Hall Protest, and the Debate Over ICE Detention Conditions

The reported pepper spray incident involving Senator Andy Kim outside Delaney Hall in Newark has …

Itaewon, Haebangchon, and Gyeongnidan: Understanding a Changing Seoul Neighborhood

Itaewon is often described as one of Seoul’s most international neighborhoods, but that simple la…

Why Park Geun-hye’s Return to Campaign Politics Remains Controversial

Park Geun-hye’s appearance on the campaign trail has revived debate about impeachment, presidenti…
Korean Stray Cats and the Debate Around Urban Feral Cat Populations

Korean Stray Cats and the Debate Around Urban Feral Cat Populations

Street cats are a familiar sight across many Korean cities, especially in narrow alleys, apartme…

Why the Seosomun Overpass Collapse Sparked Debate About Demolition Safety and Aging Infrastructure

The collapse of a section of the Seosomun overpass during demolition work triggered widespre…
Samsung Electronics Wage Deal Raises New Questions About Future Unionization in the Semiconductor Industry

Samsung Electronics Wage Deal Raises New Questions About Future Unionization in the Semiconductor Industry

Samsung Electronics unionized workers recently voted to accept a new wage agreement, a developm…
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