In a discovery that may help decode the minds of dementia patients, Korean researchers have identified a specific delusion — the belief that a person's own home is not truly theirs — as a central symptom in the complex network of delusions often seen in dementia. Published in the American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, the study was led by professor Kwak Yong-tae of Hyoja Geriatric Hospital and professor Yang Young-soon of Soonchunhyang University Hospital. The research team analyzed 102 demen

At 93 years old, Lee Gil-ya, president of Gachon University, has once again become the subject of widespread admiration online for looking significantly younger than her age, following her appearance in a recent promotional video posted on the university’s official YouTube channel. In the recent video, Lee sits upright as she addresses students and viewers. “The era of AI and platform we are entering is defined by the absence of thresholds and boundaries,” she said. “Exceptional students and lea

When one introduces oneself as an “AI artist,” the question almost always follows: Who is the true creator -- the machine or the human behind it? The recent boom in AI-generated images, particularly those mimicking the look of Studio Ghibli, has made this question become even more widely asked. Yoon Seok-kwan, an "AI artist" who works under the pseudonym Keepkwan, shares this concern. While he believes originality is still possible when working with AI, he worries that much of what is being prod

Prosecutors in Toulouse, France, have requested a police investigation into the harassment of a South Korean livestreamer who was verbally abused while broadcasting in the city last week, an incident that has drawn widespread criticism in both South Korea and France. According to French news outlet Le Figaro on Sunday, Toulouse prosecutor David Charmatz said he has referred the case to the regional police department for investigation as a possible assault, which could involve racist and sexist m

A field assessment for the Seoul Dog Patrol Program was held Sunday at Yeouido Hangang Park in Seoul. Dogs that passed the initial document screening gathered for on-site evaluations as part of the 2025 recruitment process, which began April 24. This second-round assessment evaluated behavior when walking alongside their handler, following basic commands such as “sit” and “stay,” and reacting to external stimuli, including interactions with strangers and large dogs. The final selection will be a

The number of school violence cases in South Korean middle schools more than doubled those reported in high schools last year, raising concerns about student behavior at younger ages. A report by Jongro Academy, a major private education firm, revealed that middle schools recorded 17,833 deliberation cases related to school violence in 2024. This figure is 2.4 times higher than the 7,446 cases reported in high schools during the same year. The analysis, based on data from the Ministry of Educati

Have you ever thought about whether you'd get cancer? We all know someone who has. But many of us walk through life unprepared. Choi Seung-ih, a 59-year-old senior model, was no different. "Never,” she said when asked if the thought had ever crossed her mind. “There was no family history. I exercised regularly. I even trained for a body profile photoshoot. I was strict with my diet. I thought I’d never get cancer. Then, about a year ago, Choi was diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer. Her wor

South Korea is now navigating one of its most politically volatile periods in recent history. On Thursday, acting President and Prime Minister Han Duck-soo — who had been standing in for impeached and removed former President Yoon Suk Yeol — resigned to launch his own presidential bid. Just hours later, his immediate successor, Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Choi Sang-mok, also stepped down amid a parliamentary push to impeach him. The presidency is now in the hands of the next in li

Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, officially opened on April 13. As part of the international media, I had the opportunity to get an early look at several national pavilions on April 9. While many countries were still busy fine-tuning the details of their exhibits, South Korea’s pavilion stood out for its preparedness. As local media proudly reported, it was one of the few that met the official deadline and appeared fully ready to welcome visitors. According to local reports, only eight of the 47 count

A giant Pokemon balloon floated on Seokchon Lake in Seoul Friday, marking the return of the popular Pokemon art balloon exhibition, which drew more than three million visitors in 2024. This year’s event is organized in collaboration with the Songpa-gu District Office and Lotte Group, a major South Korean conglomerate. The display centers on Ditto, a purple Pokemon known for its ability to transform into any form. A 16-meter-tall Ditto-as-Lapras balloon floats above the lake, with a Ditto-as-Pika

If you’re a BTS fan, you might recall the floating house in J-Hope’s recent music video, “Sweet Dreams (Feat. Miguel).” That surreal vision wasn't crafted by a veteran artist with decades of experience, but by Kim Onew, a 20-year-old 3D visual effects artist already making waves in the K-pop industry. Kim has already built an impressive resume at a young age. In addition to J-Hope, he’s created visuals for aespa, NewJeans and Stray Kids. His path is all the more remarkable in South Korea, where

The average length of employment at South Korea’s major corporations has increased since 2020, despite economic uncertainty and a reported uptick in voluntary resignations and career changes. According to data released Wednesday by CEO Score, a corporate analytics firm, the average tenure at 80 of the nation’s top 100 companies by revenue reached 14.03 years in 2024, up from 13.55 years in 2020. The analysis covers companies that have consistently disclosed employment data over the past five yea

OSAKA, Japan — “Don’t judge a book by its cover,” the saying goes. But at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, the exteriors of many national pavilions offer a clear preview of what lies within. South Korea’s pavilion, sprawling over 3,500 square meters, makes a bold statement with a massive 27-by-10-meter digital media façade created by LG Electronics. It underscores the nation’s strong focus on technological innovation. The screen covers the entire front wall and features video of shifting cultural

Unseasonably cold temperatures swept across South Korea over the weekend, bringing gusty winds, rain, and even hail and snow to many parts of the country on Sunday. According to the Korea Meteorological Administration on Sunday, temperatures on Friday and Saturday fell more than 5 degrees Celsius below the seasonal average in most regions. The sharp drop was caused by a mass of cold air descending from the northwest, which clashed with warmer southern air to create a zone of intense atmospheric

The area around the Constitutional Court of Korea in Jongno-gu, Seoul, is starting to relax after almost four months as a hub of impeachment protests. Following the court’s decision Friday to uphold the impeachment of now ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol, the atmosphere in the heavily policed neighborhood began to loosen up. By the Sunday of the first weekend after Friday's ruling, visitors were already strolling the streets that had two days earlier been sealed off via police buses and barricades. Da