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[Weekender] How Sinchon lost its student shine
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Feb 10, 2024
Hit hard by COVID-19, shop owners at once vibrant college town struggle to make profits
[Weekender] Born to battle: Decoding Korea's hypercompetitive society
Weekender
Feb 3, 2024
Han, a 30-year-old living in Seoul, was once a promising student. She entered Sungkyunkwan University in Seoul on a scholarship and secured a well-paying job at a large company upon graduation. However, the constant competition and long work hours eventually took a toll. Despite being promoted to assistant manager before her colleagues, Han started to experience burnout. "The cycle of competition just didn't end. I had to beat my colleagues to get promoted. I wasn't happy," H
[Weekender] Behind the rise of unstaffed stores in Korea
Social affairs
Jan 20, 2024
Less work for merchants, elimination of human interaction cited as appeal of self-service retail
[Weekender] Movie theaters still struggling after pandemic disruptions
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Jan 13, 2024
Mixed views among cinema, film industry at almost 60% recovery of pre-pandemic levels
[Weekender] Savor the season: Indulge in Korean winter delicacies
Weekender
Jan 6, 2024
From half-dried herring dipped in chile sauce and wrapped in seaweed to sweet red bean soup, winter contains an array of seasonal delights
[Eye Plus] Hanji adds ethereal touch to furniture
Culture
Jan 6, 2024
When hanji is put into epoxy resin, the paper soaks up the fluid and solidifies in the form of a panel. The panels are carved and connected into furniture, while hanji’s unique patterns can be seen through its transparent surface. This is how Son Sang-woo, a furniture designer, makes his works. Hanji is traditional Korean paper made from mulberry bark. As the bark’s texture is visible on the paper, Son’s works display unique patterns and gloss. “Many people are curious wh
[Well-curated] Blue dragon exhibition, stationary store, immersive art show to kick off 2024
Weekender
Jan 5, 2024
Meet Korea's blue dragons Marking the Year of Blue Dragon -- the 41st year of the sexagenary cycle -- the National Folk Museum of Korea has opened a special exhibition titled “The Blue Dragon.” As the only fictitious animal among the 12 zodiac animals, the dragon holds special meaning in Korean culture. From ancient times to the present, the dragon has been one of the most popular motifs for Korean artworks, allegories and myths. In some cases, the dragon symbolized the power an
[Weekender] Ringing in 2024: Six places to see the sunrise
Culture
Dec 31, 2023
For many Koreans, watching the sunrise on New Year’s Day is an important ritual, where wishes are often made for the days and months to come. The routine is typically enriched with celebrations across the nation, featuring vibrant musical performances and events to add to the New Year atmosphere. Sky Park in Seoul Located in Mapo-gu, the park is an ideal place for those who want to see the sunrise without having to travel far from the capital. The area’s district office said this w
[Well-curated] Cartoon heaven, luxury sushi course and NCT Dream exhibition
Weekender
Dec 29, 2023
Animation, cartoon lovers' heaven Situated on the sixth floor of HDC IPark Mall in Yongsan, central Seoul, is a fantasylike space in which animation and cartoon characters from across the world are displayed, along with a plethora of merchandise. Dubbed Popcon D Square, the space is separated into three zones. The first zone, categorized as character shops, contains the Studio Ghibli Collection, Marvel Collection and stores Aniland and Ichiban Kuji. Figurines and stationery based on popula
[Weekender] From hearth to oven: Coal mining history baked into ‘yeontan’ bread
Hashtag Korea
Dec 23, 2023
Miniature cakes modeled after coal briquettes honors fading history of deep pit miners in Korea
[Eye Plus] 'Sangmo' adds wings to gugak
Culture
Dec 23, 2023
“The 'sangmo' can be called the ‘wings for gugak,’ as it enriches gugak performances,” says nongak performer Kim Ji-won. The "sangmo" is a Joseon-era military hat with ornaments. The ornaments -- attached to the top of the hat -- come in diverse shapes, such as ribbons, feathers or flowers. Performers wearing the sangmo spin their heads while playing an instrument alongside other band members in nongak, a type of traditional music and dance created by
[Weekender] Korea's elderly poverty reveals itself in heart of Seoul
Retail
Dec 16, 2023
Senior citizens flock for 3,000 won gukbap, 200 won coffee, 6,000 won hair cuts as prices soar in Seoul
[Weekender] [K-School] From lobster to rose tteokbokki, Korean school food continues to evolve
Social affairs
Dec 9, 2023
Korea spends W7.53tr a year on free school lunches nationwide, despite programs rocky start
[Weekender] Can't get a date? Try a temple ... or city hall
Culture
Dec 2, 2023
Buddhist organization and local city governments step in to create opportunities for singles to find partners
[Eye Plus] Korean traditional painter helps haegeum blooms
Culture
Nov 25, 2023
As a staff of Haegeum Laboratory Moogung, Kim Da-rae draws traditional Korean paintings on haegeum, a traditional Korean instrument that consists of a wooden body with two strings and a bow. “I am a haegeum creator who imbues a fresh wave into haegeum,” Kim said. Kim majored in Korean art both in college and graduate school. She says it was lucky that she was able to become a designer after a long journey to find the right career for her. “I had a dream to be an artisan who pro
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