1st CNU 5.18 Marathon: A Morning Run That Taught Me Consistency

By Dhivyaa S. P. || No plan. No practice. No expectations. It started like any usual workday morning. I woke up, got ready, and followed my routine. But instead of … Read More

Cooperating Sister Cities: Gwangju and Changzhi

By Li Aoding || Located in Shanxi Province in northeastern China, Changzhi is a city known for its long history, rich cultural heritage, and distinctive regional traditions. Meanwhile, Gwangju, in … Read More

Nature Under Attack

By Siddhant K. || The hidden environmental catastrophe of modern warfare, from the steppes of Ukraine to the shores of Gaza. When we speak of war, we usually speak of … Read More

When Anger Becomes an Ally: Meet Scarlet

By Erva Ozkan || Scarlet was always there, though I never wanted her to be. She was never a friend to me. Whatever she said, I dismissed. I believed she … Read More

Sports Focus: Gwangju FC Under Financial and Integrity Scrutiny

By Zhang Jiuzhou (Julius) || Gwangju FC is facing mounting scrutiny over its financial sustainability and internal governance, as newly reviewed accounts reveal deep structural weaknesses despite recent efforts to … Read More

Area Sports Round-Up – May 2026

Baseball – Soccer – Volleyball || By Zhang Jiuzhou (Julius) || Dale Delivers as Tigers Find New Shortstop Anchor Few roles on the field carry as much defensive responsibility as … Read More

From Agreement to Action: Samarkand and Gwangju Cooperating Since 2023

Expanding ties in economic development, culture, and education By Kamila Ismanova || In the ever-changing economic and geopolitical landscape, forming diplomatic ties and interregional cooperation has never been more important. For decades now, Gwangju … Read More

Inside the Gwangju News: Professor, Researcher, Administrator – Park Nahm-Sheik

For the past three years you have seen the name “Park Nahm-Sheik” appearing as the byline to the Ponderings and Contemplations column. Many of his writings reflect back on the … Read More