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[Video] Will chat app Clubhouse reshape social media trends?

TechnologyFeb 18, 2021

The invitation-only audio chat application named Clubhouse is surging in popularity around the globe by picking up millions of people on social media. Launched in March 2020, the niche platform faci...
[Video] ‘Yut Nori’ a time-honored game for Lunar New Year’s holiday

CultureFeb 11, 2021

Millions of people in South Korea are set to drive for hours to reunite with their families and relatives for one of the country’s biggest celebrations: Seollal. Ceremonies and rituals are tradition...
[Video] Korean winter fruits to enjoy during frosty temperatures

Food&BeverageJan 29, 2021

The availability of Korean fruits is very much seasonal. Strawberries signal the coming of spring, oriental melons welcome the scorching hot summer, apples catch the tail end of the sweltering season...
[Video] A symbol of hope in COVID-19 era: Medical staff in suits

Social affairsJan 21, 2021

Protective gear has become a symbol of hope to fight back the pandemic, as the virus continues to sprawl to unprecedented heights. Medical personnel swathed in thick layers of protective hazmat suits...
[Video] ‘Working from home’ to stay in 2021

CultureJan 13, 2021

South Korea’s stringent social distancing rules has emptied many offices as the nation tries to curb the spread of the coronavirus. Among confirmed cases, many of the infections are linked to densely...
[Video] Korean winter staples for cold nights

Food&BeverageJan 6, 2021

Koreans enjoy edible tokens of appreciation and affection with family and friends during the winter season. It’s considered one of the best ways to leave the year behind by dishing out winter special...
[Video] A guide through South Korean's favorite tipple: Makgeolli

CultureDec 14, 2020

Fancying a glass of craft beer and wine in the hippest vicinity was the vogue among the younger generations in recent years. Yet, traditional Korean liquors are permeating through the market, as makg...
[Video] Personality tests gain popularity as icebreaker

CultureDec 7, 2020

A host of psychology and personality tests supposedly shedding light on one‘s personality are picking up popularity in South Korea. The internet questionnaires show specific explanations of one’s sel...
[Video] The one day that brings Korea to a standstill: Suneung

EducationNov 27, 2020

Around 490,000 college hopefuls will flock to test sites across the country on Dec. 3 to take the Suneung -- South Korea’s national college entrance exam. On this day, silence brings the nation to a...
[Video] Offbeat products fizz with upsurge in popularity in Korea

CultureNov 18, 2020

South Korean food makers are reaching out for unique collaborations by adding a little twist to their original products. Convenience store GS25 has teamed up with Miwon Group and launched Miwon Mats...
[Video] Art expressed through glass, light and color

CultureNov 11, 2020

Red flames trickle down from a furnace while viscous glass tubes glide down a long iron rod, dancing. This harmonious dance to shape hot molten glass takes place at around 700 degrees Celsius. Next,...
[Video] Gliding down the facades of Seoul’s royal grounds

CultureNov 3, 2020

The coexistence of the past and present tunes Seoul into its beautiful history while serving as the nation’s economic and political hub. Glassy skyscrapers and various institutions interweave the met...
[Video] Asia Culture Week 2020 illuminates Gwangju, connecting past and present Asia

CultureOct 23, 2020

In the heart of Gwangju’s bustling downtown district, the historic building that witnessed the May 18 Democratic Movement became the inspiration for the creation of the Asian Culture Center. Opened ...
[Video] A glimpse into cafes with unique visual design

CultureOct 22, 2020

Coffee districts in Seoul are moving beyond the old aesthetics and have turned into highly Instagrammable spots. Quirky yet trendy cafes in old settings have infused fresh energy and unbelievable amb...
[Video] Celebrating the birth of Korea’s alphabet

CultureOct 8, 2020

South Korea celebrates the 574th Hangeul Day on Oct. 9, commemorating the creation of the Korean alphabet. Hangeul is the writing system for the Korean language, consisting of 24 letters. King Sejon...

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