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Mon, September 25, 2023 | 01:22

Farewell, Korea

Farewell, Korea

When I first arrived in Korea in December 1990, I never could have imagined that it would be my home for over three decades. What started as a temporary adventure turned into a transformative journey, deeply intertwining my life with the vibrant tapestry of Korean culture, people and experiences.

2023-08-13 14:44

Embracing religious diversity in Korea

Embracing religious diversity in Korea

Over the past few decades, Korea has undergone a notable transformation from a culturally homogeneous society to a more diverse and multicultural one. This shift is primarily due to the influx of migrant workers and foreign students into Korea. As a result, new mixed populations have emerged, contributing to a transition toward a multicultural society.

2023-08-10 16:30

San Antonio missions

San Antonio missions

On the way to San Antonio Korean Martyrs Catholic Church in Oklahoma, I stopped by San Antonio's five Spanish colonial missions stretching along the San Antonio River in Southern Texas.

2023-08-09 16:30

Traveling around Hong Island and Heuksan Island

Traveling around Hong Island and Heuksan Island

Hong Island, which has an area of about 6.5 square kilometers and a population of less than a thousand people, is located 115 kilometers southwest of Mokpo, South Jeolla Province. Its coastal areas have strange rock and bizarre stone formations. It has a variety of plant life such as evergreen trees, broad leaf ones and orchids.

2023-08-08 16:30

Tasks and duties of homeowners

Tasks and duties of homeowners

I live in Cameron's Landing, a riverfront community subdivision in Hopewell, Virginia that is not yet 15 years in the making. It is regulated by a Homeowners' Association (HOA). The Association makes sure the residents keep their lawns maintained, including trimming decorative shrubbery and power washing any particular side of their home that may appear discolored due to poll...

2023-08-07 16:30

Learning lessons from bees

Learning lessons from bees

Bees are one of the most important types of pollinators in agriculture and the natural ecosystem, responsible for pollinating about one-third of all the food that we eat. As well as valuing bees for their honey, people have come to recognize the importance of bees in promoting food security and variety in plants and animals.

2023-08-06 16:30

Multiculturalism from the perspective of cross-cultural friendships

Multiculturalism from the perspective of cross-cultural friendships

By Ma Kyung-heeWith the rising popularity of Korean language and culture over the past decade, the country has emerged as one of the most sought-after study destinations for international students, offering quality educational programs and vibrant cultural experiences. In January 2023, over 200,000 international students were studying in Korean universities, according to gove...

2023-08-03 16:30

Vanishing natural spaces

Vanishing natural spaces

I usually take a walk around my house quite often. There is a small park near my house. There inside the park are some trees, grass, flowers and a large ground area. Walking briskly and wandering around in the park are my favorite things to do daily. Then, walking and looking round green leaves and trees, I can have “me time.” I can have some spare time there, watching childr...

2023-08-02 16:30

Preparing for old age

Preparing for old age

My wife and I are studying for a Nursing Care Certificate. This involves four weeks of class lectures and two weeks of field placement. At our age, it is a little demanding to sit in a chair from 9 to 5 every day for a month, but we are preparing ourselves for old age, gaining awareness of chronic old age problems such as dementia, strokes, diabetes and how to handle them.

2023-08-01 16:30

Weather crisis

This year, extreme weather events have tightly gripped countries all around the globe. Countries in Europe, the Americas and Asia are painfully struggling with climate crises, such as heat waves and torrential rain.

2023-07-31 16:30

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