Zen Buddhism in United Silla
Zen Buddhism was a powerful influence after the fall of the Silla dynasty. It emphasized spiritual fulfillment & offered hope and confidence to ordinary people.
Author: Gwangju News
Focus on Conservation: Korean Federation for Environmental Movement in Gwangju
KFEM Gwangju is one of the 52 branches of Korea’s largest environmental NGO, responsible for creating the Greenway that is now in trouble.
The Awakening of Social Enterprise in South Korea
Student Park Ho-Yeon reflects on last year’s Korean Air ‘macademia nut’ scandal and how it shows the need for noblesse oblige social enterprise.
Blueberry Makgeolli Smoothie
A delicious makkeoli variation for a hot summer day!
Phuong’s Vietnamese Food
Phuong’s Vietnamese Food Restaurant is a great option for light, fresh and tasty summer fare. Cody Jarrett’s review should inspire you to visit.
Hit the Ground Running
Written and photographed by Meg Coast After almost two years of living in Korea, I can hardly say that it is the alien country that it was when I first … Read More
Chop Chop
Hairstylist Michael Lee is passionate about making people’s hair beautiful. He has worked with international clients for many years & is a favorite for expats.
Sewol July 2015
Updates on activism around the Sewol ferry sinking includes rescuer Kim Hong-gyung’s struggle with cancer, and the mission of refloating the sunken ferry.