Confessions of a Climate Change Fatalist
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Korean Youth on Climate Change
Gwangju used to be considered as one of ordinary, honestly boring, cities, having nothing special. But Gwangju has recently has been trying to be a better city in various aspects.
The Bike Lanes Question
In Gwangju on Wednesday, October 12, 2011, at the Q&A session of the Transportation Plenary Meeting of the UEA, the Seoul Mayor’s Office spokesperson on transportation is asked about the development of bicycle paths beyond the river.
Together Wherever: Couples in Gwangju
Although the majority of new teachers landing at Incheon are unattached, Korea isn’t a singles party anymore.
Kimchi Olympiad: Rewind
The first annual Kimchi Olympiad, a combination of fun and philanthropy, took place on Oct. 15, 2011 at Gwangju’s Kimchi Town. The event was an “Amazing Race”-style competition with teams composed of expats and children from five different youth homes throughout Gwangju.
The Children’s Home Barbecue
As the shadows slowly slip into the late afternoon, children and the child-like run around squealing, screeching and smiling with pleasure as they clasp soft-drink bottles half-filled with water. A range of ages and nationalities sit around eating and chatting, connecting and relaxing, enjoying a sharing of the sunny end to the weekend.
Super Cool Sounds
The Seoul-based musical talent booking agency Super Color Super brought a touring party of five bands to play in Gwangju’s downtown performance venue Club Nevermind in 2011.