Work Habits in Korea

For them resting is nothing but a luxury and working around the clock is the best and most effective way to success. But is that so?

Behind the Myth: Fan Death

In February we explore death in the form of a handy little appliance used to cool us off in the summer: the electric fan.

Daily Life in Korea: At the Hairdresser

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

Behind the Myth: The Deadly 4

In Korea, the number 4 is considered to be bad luck. It goes even further: this number is believed to symbolize death itself.

Mitsubishi Grandmothers

This is the story of Yang Kum-deok, one of many Korean middle-schoolers taken during the 1940s to work in the Mitsubishi factories in Japan. What was presented to be the opportunity of a lifetime soon tragically turned into a living nightmare for her and many others, in which the battle for justice still rages on to this day.

Meet the Mayor of Gwangju

Gwangju’s mayor, Kang Un-tae, who was elected in 2010 and will serve until 2014, shares his experience and network from previous elected positions as mayor of Suncheon (‘89-‘90), mayor of Gwangju (‘94-‘95), minister of Internal Affairs (’97), and as a member of the National Assembly (’00 and ’08).

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.

Dave Shaffer: Four Decades in Gwangju

Dr. David Shaffer provides answers and insight about teaching English in the Gwangju News monthly column “Letters to KOTESOL.”