Sympathy For Student Vengeance?
Recently, there was an explosion at Yonsei University. A student tried to kill his professor for exploiting him. Some feel sympathy for the perpetrator.
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T.G.I.F: Will Leaving Work Early on Friday Boost Consumption?
One of South Korea's solutions to boosting declining consumer sentiment: Follow Japan's example and make (some) workers leave early on one Friday. Hmm.
“Becoming Prettier”: K-pop MV Chronicles Girl Group’s Plastic Surgery
A K-pop girl group spent 100 million won to fix their faces and make two music videos chronicling the "Before vs. After" process.
A-maizing Ambition: “Dr. Corn” Runs for South Korean Presidency
Every country has its share of unconventional presidential candidates. Recently, a man dubbed "Dr. Corn" declared his bid. Sorry for the corny headlines.
China Travel Clampdown Empties South Korea’s Myeongdong
China's travel curb against group tours to South Korea went into effect. We went to Myeongdong, a popular spot for Chinese tourists. Yes, it was empty.
153 Forgotten Days at Seoul National University
For the past 158 days, the student union at Seoul National University has been occupying some key offices. What's going on?
“Above 19 Not Allowed”: Condoms For Sale, Teenagers Only
A company is selling condoms for dirt cheap at four vending machines in South Korea. Their only target customers are teenagers.
South Korea’s Latest Food Craze: Gigantic Rodents?
Fuzzy, cuddly and hefty in your arms, a nutria looks like a perfect pet. If you discount the fact that it's an invasive rodent some like to eat.
Hong Sang-soo Kim Min-hee Affair Leads to Ratings Sabotage
A South Korean film that won a Silver Bear at Berlinale is being slaughtered at home for the adultery scandal between the director and the actress.
Will the Sewol Finally Be Salvaged?
After three years of heartbreak, delays, technical problems and political wrangling, the Sewol Ferry may finally be salvaged in April.
Assault Case in Ulsan Highlights Labor Hierarchy
When one worker beats another worker at a factory, it shows that not all workers are equal in South Korea's labor hierarchy.
The Unpalatable Truth? Castella Cake Castigated on National TV
South Koreans take food seriously. And the latest food scandal to hit the nation concerns "king castella," enormously popular golden-yellow spongy cake.