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Sept 15, 2020 Culture

[Video] DIY bead bracelets go viral as way to tackle coronavirus fatigue

People have come up with innovative alternatives to keep themselves entertained as the novel coronavirus persists worldwide. New hobbies tailored for the pandemic era are flourishing on social media,...

[Video] College students in Korea adapting to online classes amid virus fears

Korean students returned to their universities early this month for the new semester, amid lingering worries about coronavirus infections on campus. Universities have introduced new approaches to br...

Sept 8, 2020
Social affairs
[Video] Celebrating the 30th episode of ‘The Trend Herald’

Being a YouTuber, or YouTube content creator, is gaining more traction in the South Korean job market. People are drawn to the video-sharing platform because of the money-making potential and the uni...

Sept 1, 2020
Culture
[Video] Indoor Games go wild to combat quarantine boredom

The 2020 Tokyo Games have been postponed, but people are taking themselves to the games at home to fill that void -- with the Quarantine Games. It all started when the Presley family held their game...

Aug 24, 2020
Culture
[Video] Communication in a world where facial expressions are unseen

Face masks that tightly cover mouths and noses are a vivid symbol of how the world is combating the COVID-19 pandemic. Masking up in public is mandated in more than fifty countries to guard their cit...

Aug 11, 2020
Culture
[Video] Seoul’s repurposed space turned into a majestic sky garden

Seoullo 7017 is an overpass-turned-sky garden situated on a disused highway ramp at the heart of Seoul. The name translates to “Seoul Road,” with the number “7017” coming from two symbolic years. The...

Aug 5, 2020
Culture
[Video] Breaking the ice in the era of social distancing

The intricate art of socializing never comes easy, depending on personalities. Introverts usually despise the awkward silence during small gatherings and the need to mingle. Extroverts find it easier...

Jul 28, 2020
Culture
[Video] A cup of coffee brewed with inspiration

Located in Seongsu-dong, known as the “Brooklyn of Seoul,” a cafe named Hisbeans opened its 19th store in March this year. At the counter you notice the sign which reads, “Our coffee is made by 67 pr...

Jul 22, 2020
Culture
[Video] Newly coined online terms fun for young Koreans, puzzle for others

As with other cultures and countries, Korea’s youth have their own vocabularies, slangs and some creative expressions reflecting a range of trends and ideas. Korean teenagers are producing a torrent...

Jul 16, 2020
Culture
[Video] Convenience stores begin selling lighter, droplet-blocking masks

Convenience stores in South Korea began selling thin, droplet-blocking masks on July 1. Labeled as KF-AD for Korean Filter and Anti-Droplet, the newly stocked masks are now available at CU, 7-Eleven ...

Jul 2, 2020
Social affairs
[Video] Subtle, ordinary moments of Seoul captured through lens

James Lucian is a daytime kindergarten English teacher who wanders around the streets of Seoul, taking pictures of people and places. His work has gained attention from both amateur and professional ...

Jun 29, 2020
People
[Video] Why Seongsu-dong is called ‘Brooklyn of Seoul’?

Seongsu-dong in eastern Seoul was once filled with rugged warehouses and shops specializing in handmade shoes. The once-industrial district has turned into an Instagrammable spot. Trendy cafes and r...

Jun 26, 2020
Culture
[Video] Korean War veterans wish for the end of war and lasting peace

Korean War veterans, bereaved families and future generations wished for the end of war and lasting peace on the 70th anniversary of the beginning of the 1950-1953 Korean War. South Korea’s northeas...

Jun 26, 2020
North Korea
[Video] A home transformed into a shared office for NPOs

Dongrak-ga, a shared working space in central Seoul’s Jongno, opened its doors last month, offering space that nonprofit organizations in Korea can use without paying any rent. Dongrak-ga translates...

Jun 22, 2020
Culture
[Video] A frosty summer companion to beat the heat

The summer season often triggers an irresistible whim to hop on a plane. Italy has affogato; the Philippines has halo-halo as its summer staple and Korea has patbingsu. The dessert is made of shaved...

Jun 19, 2020
Culture

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