My Olympic Summer
It is only once in a lifetime that the Olympics are likely to come to one’s home country and there was no way Andrea Edwards was going to miss it.
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Fukushima: A Tsunami of Radioactive Seafood?
For the present moment, everyone can enjoy eating seafood harvested near Korean shores, but in the near future, we might need to buy a portable Geiger counter just to be safe.
Getting Drafted: My Experience in the ROK Army
As most know, all Korean men are obligated to serve in the military, be it in the Army, Navy, or Air Force. Korean society believes this is the duty of a male Korean citizen, so long as he is physically and mentally sound.
In the Groove – The Search for Jazz in Gwangju
Maeve takes us to In the Groove in Gwangju.
Behind the Myth: Eating Apples at Night
“An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Although this is an exaggeration of the health benefits of apples, we can all agree that they’re one healthy fruit. Koreans have the same belief, with one reservation.
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.
German Bar 2: A Car Park Reborn, the Beginnings of a Mural Project
Song himself is an interesting character. For those who have been to German Bar and can’t place him, he is the guy smiling from ear to ear as you enter, giving you a very warm welcome.
Korean Literature Review – Human Decency
“Human Decency” is by Gong Ji-Young. Elton LaClare takes a deep look inside her book.