K-League Approaches for Gwangju FC

Darrell Slater gave us a look into Gwangju FC as it approached its 2nd year of existence.

Korea’s National Pension Scheme

The National Pension Scheme is a social security system implemented by the government to contribute to the stability of life by determining contributions and paying pension benefits for insured people or their dependents to prepare for retirement or unexpected risks such as disability and death.

Life in Rural Korea

In larger cities, residents have easy access to subways, buses, and taxis. Here in my town, there are two buses that hit the highlights of the town, so if you’re without a car, you walk everywhere.

Internet Shopping in Korea for Expats

Shopping as an expat in Korea located outside of Seoul can at times be a difficult task, especially when you’re looking for Western goods. Here are some places you’d like to know about.

Lazer Eyes!

Brave reporters Jason and Emily heard about the process – common in Korea –
of getting eyes zapped in a ‘lazek surgery’ operation.

Happy Valentines Day!

A Happy Valentine’s Day gift from Jjang Migukin to Gwangju, and Gwangju News Online.

Daily Life in Korea: At the Hairdresser

Jacob takes us on a journey into getting a haircut in Korea.

Farewell to Hughie, Lindsay and Whit

Lindsay Nash and Whit Altizer are already waiting outside the GIC building, Whit’s index fingers clasped tightly by their toddling son, Finn, who is enthusiastically practicing his new upright mobility skills. Hughie Samson soon joins us, and we wait a little while longer for the photographer.