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· Khier Casino
South Korean diplomat has his nose broken by ‘unprovoked’ punch in NYC
An unidentified South Korean diplomat was punched in the face in Midtown Manhattan in New York City on Wednesday evening in what police are calling an “unprovoked” incident. “Upon arrival, officers observed a 52-year-old male, with pain and swelling to his face,” police told…
· Ryan General
Chinese ambassador congratulates South Korean skater Hwang Dae-heon on Olympic gold win
Skater Hwang Dae-heon won South Korea's first gold medal at the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics in the men's 1,500-meter skating event on Wednesday. In congratulating Hwang, Chinese ambassador to South Korea Xing Haiming noted in his statement that the Chinese people’s positive…
· Bryan Ke
Korean celebrities face anger from Chinese, South Korean netizens over their Olympic athlete support
Some Chinese social media users reportedly targeted South Korean personalities for posting about certain athletes in light of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics speed skating disqualification scandal. South Korean celebrities such as rapper Paloalto and TV host Jang Sung-kyu were…
· Rebecca Moon
South Koreans demand tougher cyberbullying laws following recent suicide deaths of Korean celebrities
South Korea’s government is under pressure to act after the recent deaths of a high-profile volleyball player and Twitch streamer, both of whom were victims of countless instances of online abuse and malicious comments. Kim In-hyeok, a 27-year-old professional volleyball player…
· Bryan Ke
BTS’ Instagram flooded by hate messages after RM shows support for disqualified Korean Olympian
Some Chinese netizens were reportedly angered by BTS member RM and the Instagram Story he posted on Monday to cheer for Hwang Dae-heon, the South Korean short-track speed skater disqualified from the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics. In addition to posting hateful messages on BTS’…
· Rebecca Moon
Korean netizens claim China appropriated South Korean traditions in Beijing Olympics opening ceremony
Many South Korean netizens are expressing their disapproval over China’s alleged appropriation of South Korean traditions during the Olympics opening ceremony. While presenting the Chinese flag, a young woman wore clothing that strongly resembled a Korean “hanbok”. Chinese…
· Rebecca Moon
South Korea’s new face mask that can cover only noses so its wearers can eat confuses netizens
South Korean company Atman released a two-part mask that can be rolled up to expose the mouth while keeping the nose covered for convenient eating and drinking. While some are praising the innovative idea, others are baffled by the strange design of the new mask. Since going…
· Ryan General
BTS’ Jimin recovering from appendicitis surgery and being treated for COVID-19
On Sunday, BTS member Jimin was rushed to the emergency room after experiencing "sudden abdominal pain along with a mild sore throat." BigHit Music announced the following day that Jimin tested positive for COVID-19 and underwent surgery for acute appendicitis. BTS fans used the…
· Editorial Staff
An ‘easy target’? Why anti-Korean racism is festering in Japan
Japan’s anti-Korean racism comes in waves reactive to current geopolitical tensions, but it is often traced back to the country’s colonial actions. The Zainichi, or ethnic Koreans living in Japan, have long been targets of racist and discriminatory attacks. The latest “surge” in…
· Bryan Ke
K-pop fans slam GOT the beat’s ‘Step Back’ lyrics as literal step back in women’s representation
K-pop supergroup GOT the Beat’s “Step Back” drew controversy online after social media users deemed the lyrics to be a literal step back in women’s representation. One Twitter user accused lyricist Ryan Jhun of portraying women as “jealous” and “self-absorbed” in the song. Girls…
· Sarah Yukiko
Louisiana-style vs. Korean fried chicken: Popeyes plans to open hundreds of locations in South Korea
American fast food chain Popeyes, known for its “Louisiana-style” fried chicken, has signed an agreement to re-open hundreds of locations in South Korea. Popeyes previously closed all South Korean locations in 2020 after failing to find a buyer in the country. The first…
· Bryan Ke
North Korean defector sneaks back because of financial struggles he faced as janitor in South Korea
Security officials believe the man who “re-defected” to North Korea by sneaking through the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) on New Year’s Day was the same person who sneaked into South Korea in 2020. Security surveillance reportedly captured an unidentified man crawling over a…
· Ryan General
South Korea and US ‘effectively’ agree on draft to end Korean War
South Korea and the United States have “effectively reached an agreement” on a draft declaring the end of the Korean War. Time to talk diplomacy: In a press statement, South Korean Foreign Minister Chung Eui-yong noted that the two nations are now “considering various ways on…
· Ryan General
North and South Korea agree ‘in principle’ to formally end Korean War after 70 years
South Korean President Moon Jae-in says North Korea’s objection to the U.S. government’s alleged “hostility” has prevented the official end to the decades-long Korean war. A formal end to war: During a press conference in Canberra, Australia, on Monday, Moon said that the two…
· Bryan Ke
Teen allegedly plotted to kill 14 people connected with his conviction for attack on girl at violin camp
A South Korean teen who attacked a 13-year-old girl with a knife at a violin camp at Indiana University allegedly tried to hire his cellmate at Clay County Jail in Brazil, Indiana, to kill 14 people, including the victim’s parents. The conspiracy: Dongwook Ko, 19, was charged…
· Bryan Ke
Survivors of Korean internment camp being described as real-life ‘Squid Game’ press for justice
Survivors of an internment camp in Busan that has been likened to Netflix’s “Squid Game” are still fighting for justice 30 years later as they continue to call out the family of the man behind the brutal games. Seeking justice: Details of the abuse by the officials of Brothers…
· Bryan Ke
Seoul Milk apologizes for ad that portrays women as cows and has a voyeur trying to secretly film them
Seoul Dairy Cooperative, Korea’s leading milk producer, apologized on Wednesday for its controversial ad that many social media users deemed inappropriate due to “sensual and perverted” imagery. The video and reaction: The advertisement, released on Nov. 29, drew outrage in…
· Bryan Ke
Visitors flock to ‘penis park’ in Thailand for selfies and to make wishes for well-endowed partners
A park in Thailand, where visitors are encouraged to hug massive penis statues and pray to them to find a well-endowed partner, has gained much attention online. Wish-granting penises: The park, called Traitep Dream Forest, is located in the city of Khon Kaen and features penis…
· Maina Chen
Where is this train going: US ‘Train to Busan’ remake may make its way to New York
The Hollywood remake of the critically acclaimed 2016 South Korean zombie film “Train to Busan” will reportedly be named “Last Train to New York.” I’m walkin’ here: Helmed by award-winning Indonesian director Timo Tjahjanto, who’s behind the horror thrillers “V/H/S/2” (2013) and…
· Ryan General
South Korea sends over 170 million photos of travelers’ faces to a facial recognition company
Six civic groups in South Korea have come together to oppose the government’s alleged decision to send the personal data of foreign and local travelers to a facial recognition company. A human rights violation: Local civic groups condemned the South Korean Ministry of Justice…