Where Will I Be Spread? – January 2025
By Kang Hyunsuk (Jennis) A few years ago, I was captivated by an intriguing and unique artwork at the Gwangju Museum of Art. The wall was filled with long, short, … Read More
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Gwangju City News – January 2025
Gwangju City Provides Free Medical Interpretation Services To address language barriers faced by foreign residents when accessing healthcare, Gwangju City is offering a medical interpretation service. This service is available … Read More
Navigating the Roads of Gwangju: A Friendly Guide for Foreigners and Locals on Getting a Driver’s License – January 2025
By Vibhanshu Maurya Driving in Gwangju and Jeollanam-do offers a sense of independence and the chance to explore the city’s beautiful surroundings at your own pace. But how does one … Read More
Spilling Ink with Tattoo Artist Kim Jinu – January 2025
By Isaiah Winters From blurry-limbed TV celebs to fuzzy- headed grandmas with tatted eyebrows, there’s been a noticeable uptick in tattoos across Korean society. To help fill us in on … Read More
Sunrise Spots Near Gwangju to Welcome the New Year – January 2025
By Anh Nguyen (Anne) In South Korea, watching the first sunrise of the new year is a tradition full of meaning and hope. It is a special moment when family … Read More
As the Clock Strikes Midnight: A 2025 New Year’s Reflection – January 2025
By Yousra Feriel Drioua The dawn of a new year traditionally brings the comforting hope of resolutions – aspirations to live better, to be more productive, or finally master a … Read More
Seollal: Korea’s Older New Year – January 2025
By David Shaffer This year, we are blessed with two important holidays in January – two new year celebrations that are similar in some ways yet quite different in others. … Read More
From the Editor
We are approaching a juncture. The crispness in the air is turning into a chill, and the colored leaves now lie lifeless on the sidewalks. I flip through my desk … Read More