Published by the Gwangju International Center since 2001
What causes our industrial greenhouse gas effect and what can we really do about it, especially if the largest cities and the national governments are full of industry-paid science deniers? In a mediascape so awash with false information, whom can we trust for a true-north sense of direction? What value is hope when so many speak of the ugly reality of our situation, even in and around the good city of Gwangju?
Daniel Springer of the Gwangju Foreign Language Network (GFN), “Danno” picks his favorite newly released tunes that you may have missed, along with some upcoming albums and EPs that you might want to keep on your radar.
“Sharing is caring” is probably the keystone in the architecture of the precept “Love thy neighbor as thyself.” It may indeed be the beacon-cum-cornerstone for peace on earth and good will all around. Coupled with generosity, charity will transform our surroundings into a paradise on earth. Thus, “sharing is caring” is a fitting call to action for humanitarian volunteers of all stripes.
This is the first in a series of delectable vegan recipes for all to enjoy while, at the same time, contributing to one’s own health and also to the healing of our environment.
Now water seems to be all around and not as precious. It is difficult to feel like we are having a water shortage. However, the southern part of Korea is experiencing the most serious drought in 50 years, caused by insufficient rainfall in the summer that was as low as half that of other years.
The importance of respect is prevalent in everyday life and shows itself in sports, with Korea’s Son Heung-min being the epitome of good sportsmanship. The same can be said for the majority of Gwangju’s locals who have been following the World Cup.
Happy New Year, fair readers and listeners! The past year has been another very strong one in new music from both the old pros and the young upstarts, but you know, there’s just too much of it out there. Thankfully for you, I do this full-time so you don’t have to listen to the latest amateur outfit’s “epic” debut (I’d have added another word to that description most of the time), or that old band you love making an incredible return to form with their 348th career LP (which sucked, let’s face it… we still love ‘em but c’mon).
On the first weekend of November, the county of Hwasun was host to the 19th Annual Dolmen Marathon (제19회 화순 고인돌 마라톤 대회). In addition to being surprisingly well attended, it was one of the most well-organized, exciting, and high-energy race events that I’ve attended in about a decade.
