Multicultural Families in Gwangju

Gwangju News had the opportunity to hear some unique stories from individuals who have been able to bridge two cultures seamlessly, connecting families across continents and languages. In a city like Gwangju, where people from all over the world live and work, these multicultural connections are more common than some may think.

Video: Movement Workshops with Angie Hartley

These monthly dance workshops will lead up to a performance at the Gwangju International Center Community Day in October 2012.

Korean Shaved Ice (팥빙수) How-to

In summer, it is one of the most popular desserts in Korea.

Are You Ugly?

However, sometimes 8ball cannot help finding himself annoyed and mad at some… let’s call them “ugly Koreans”. Here are some examples:

The “Korean Zombie” Rises Again

Over the past 10 years, Korea has become highly competitive, if not dominant, in many areas of the world: with cars, flat screen TVs, and mobile phones, as well as in sports like soccer, women’s golf, and men’s speed skating. So it shouldn’t be any surprise that Koreans are starting to exert influence in the area of mixed martial arts.

Chicken Boiled with Rice (백숙) How-to

Baek-suk is mostly eaten in summer because it is good for protecting your body from midsummer heat. It is especially good for people who have lost their appetite because of the sweltering heat.

A Man of Letters: Chae-pyong Song

But let us not introduce him as some stranger, for he is Gwangju News’ own monthly contributor of translated poetry, none other than Dr. Chae-pyong Song himself.

Forgive North Korea’s Food Debt

Under normal circumstances when someone doesn’t pay back a loan, that person should be allowed to default on the debt and face the appropriate consequences. Such is not the case with the latest political drama between the ROK and DPRK governments.