“You Didn’t Even Have Oral Sex?”: S Korean Military’s Gay Witch-hunt in Depth
After the army denied conducting a witch-hunt against gay soldiers, more evidence emerged to show how investigators went online to compile their blacklist.
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TV Producer’s Death Casts Light on Dark Side of K-Drama Industry
The K-drama world is notorious for its draconian working conditions. Recently, an assistant producer commited suicide, blaming his employers.
Allegation of “Gay Blacklist” Surfaces In S Korean Army
The South Korean military is currently accused of systematically tracking down homosexual soldiers, in what's been called as the "gay blacklist."
Politics of the Yellow “Sewol” Ribbon
The most famous symbol of Sewol, which sank three years ago today, is the yellow ribbon. We visited a small factory, where this contentious symbol is made.
“Gukppong”: The Nationalism Meth
"Gukppong," literally "nationalism meth," is an interesting word. It elucidates how South Koreans' relationship with their nation is changing.
What’s With South Korea’s Fuss About the Fourth Industrial Revolution?
The Fourth Industrial Revolution is like Donald Trump's tax returns: Everyone talks about it but most have never seen the details.
T.G.I.F: Will Leaving Work Early on Friday Boost Consumption?
One of South Korea's solutions to boosting declining consumer sentiment: Follow Japan's example and make (some) workers leave early on one Friday. Hmm.
Vegetable Rage Hits South Korea as Cucumber Haters Revolt
Do you hate being forced to eat foods that go against every grain of your body and mind? Korea's cucumber haters do, and they're not taking any more...
‘Parasite Moms’ Vs. ‘Meat Shields’: A Novel Prompts an Online Spat
The confessions of a fictional young mother spark a battle for legitimate victim status among South Korea's ever-scathing netizens.
South Koreans Compete for Government Jobs as Economy Flounders
The increasingly fierce competition for a place in South Korea's civil service sometimes results in tragic consequences.
Korea’s “First Room Salon”
A history lecturer is scandalized for saying that Korea's historical heroes visited a room salon. Not the same one as Uber CEO Travis Kalanick.
The Price of Democracy
The candlelight rallies are often hailed as being a triumph of democracy in South Korea. How much did democracy cost, literally?