Jun 29, 2020   People

[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 26, 2020   Culture

[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   North Korea

[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 22, 2020   Culture

[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 19, 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 17, 2020   Social affairs

[Video] S. Korea introduces QR entry log system

Since June 10, South Korea requires QR code entry logs at facilities deemed to pose a high risk of creating COVID-19 clusters. It is a step intended to bolster the country’s contact-tracing capabilit...

Jun 12, 2020   K-pop

[Video] A walk through K-pop paradise: SMTown and K-Star Road

The iconic picture of Paul McCartney, John Lennon, George Harrison and Ringo Starr crossing Abbey Road turned 50 last year. The zebra crossing featured on the group’s 11th album is now the world’s mo...

Jun 8, 2020   Arts&Design

[Video] COVID-19 pandemic ushers in new ways of exploring art in Seoul

With the summer heat and the COVID-19 virus hitting the metropolitan area in South Korea, citizens are in search of places to avoid the scorching sunlight as well as the crowd. Citizens are making t...

Jun 5, 2020   Travel

[Video] When will tourists return to Myeong-dong?

English, Chinese and Japanese conversations are widely heard in Myeong-dong -- Seoul’s famous shopping district for foreign tourists. Shops here typically hire at least one Chinese-speaking employee ...

Jun 1, 2020   Social affairs

[Video] ‘No-mask, no-ride’ policy for public transport

South Korea has launched a “no-mask, no-ride” policy for public transportation to prevent the spread of novel coronavirus infections. The Korean government has allowed taxi or bus drivers to refuse ...

May 22, 2020   Social affairs

[Video] Night spots closed as virus spreads again

Just days after the nation eased social distancing guidance, young people took themselves to Seoul’s nightlife district. Youngsters -- mostly in their 20s and 30s -- lined up in single file at the fr...

Apr 29, 2020   Education

[Video] Virus scare leads to drive-thru upgrades

Drive-thrus became familiar in Korea when fast-food giant McDonald’s opened its first location in 1992. The contactless system allows people to purchase or receive goods and services without leaving ...

Apr 24, 2020   Social affairs

[Video] What is ‘Nth Room’ case and why it matters

The “Nth Room” refers to a massive digital sex crime that has shaken up the country due to its unprecedented scale and violence, involving dozens of victims, many of them minors. On mobile messenger...

Apr 10, 2020   Social affairs

[Video] How social distancing works in Seoul

Early mornings in Seoul are equivalent to avoiding a gridlock. Subways and bus rides during rush hours are “hell on wheels.” Yet, stations are now almost left empty after the coronavirus outbreak. Th...