Where Are All the Women in South Korea’s Democracy Protests?
S. Korea's democratization is remembered through a few big names, mostly men. But there are many more who fought without being remembered.
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Guess Who Is Bizzack? It’s Chung Yoo-ra!
Chung Yoo-ra, the former competitive equestrian and heir to the dubious fortunes of her mother Choi Soon-sil, arrived back in South Korea on Wednesday.
President Moon Jae-in: Between Everyman Persona and North Korea
Moon Jae-in won the election and restored progressive rule after 9 years. Beneath his nice-guy facade and policies toward the North lies a complex persona.
The Triumph of Yearning
South Korea elected its new president, Moon Jae-in. He says this is the "triumph of yearning." His supporters are hopeful that Moon can bring about change.
S Korea’s Politics of Betrayal and the Mirage of Conservative Unity
Following the Park Geun-hye scandal, South Korea's conservatives are in major trouble. They are divided. They will most likely lose the presidential race.
The Potent Force of S Korea’s Regionalism
Regionalism in South Korea is a potent force. Where does it come from, and how will it play into the upcoming presidential election?
Ahn Cheol-soo: Not So Fresh Anymore
Ahn Cheol-soo, doctor-turned-tech tycoon, seemingly came out of nowhere to energize South Korea in 2012. Since then, has he become just another politician?
“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.
Captivating Moments from South Korea’s Unexpected Election Season
On May 9, South Korea will hold a presidential election. This is how South Korean netizens approach the top contenders - with humor.
Which South Korean Presidential Candidates Actually Care about the Environment?
What do South Korea's presidential candidates have in store for the country's beleaguered environment? Korea Exposé took a look at their manifestos.
Park Geun-hye’s Shame, Public’s Vengeance
It may be human nature to seek revenge anywhere, but in Korea the impulse is plainly on display following the arrest of former president Park Geun-hye.
Scarlett Johansson to Play Park Geun-hye in New Biopic
When reality becomes stranger than fiction, only a biopic can do it cinematic justice. Sure enough, Hollywood powerhouse 21st Century Fox has picked up on the extraordinary saga of Park Geun-hye and Choi Soon-sil. Enter Scarlett Johansson, Meryl Streep... and a fresh dose of controversy.