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Thu, June 8, 2023 | 20:04

Is Korean law fair?

Is Korean law fair?

Bureaucracy, jargon, people in funny wigs, ritual, pomp, courtroom dramas, briefcases, legal fees, Omar in a tie, and the monopoly of power exercised by the state. The law is difficult and esoteric, but at its heart it is something that is meant to affect us all equally. Lady Justice looks out over the citizens blindfolded, unware of our differences, our circumstances, and ou...

2021-05-22 07:37

K-ideology: The end of communication?

K-ideology: The end of communication?

We all eat from a trashcan called ideology, but few of us are aware of it. Thus it has been said that ideology is like bad breath: you can smell everyone else's but your own.

2021-05-15 09:06

Can you speak Korean?

Can you speak Korean?

Since Plato and Confucius advocated society be ruled by philosophers and sages, and J.S. Mill et al suggested that a human's worth is found in their ability for rational thought, it has often been the case that people will value and champion that which they already possess. Thus rich people also advocate wealth and artists promote creativity. If people have worked hard to acq...

2021-05-09 09:26

Punk Christianity in Korea

Punk Christianity in Korea

Christianity is punk. It can be a progressive force in Korea capable of being the catalyst for vast social change and challenging the existing social order. It is capable of flouting convention and providing new vistas.

2021-05-02 15:07

From vaccines to marijuana

From vaccines to marijuana

This past week on social media, I've watched as friends, relatives, and acquaintances have posted pictures and comments related to two topics seemingly very far from Korean life: COVID-19 vaccines and marijuana.

2021-04-24 09:14

The end of capitalism?

The end of capitalism?

Even the most cursory glance around South Korea today will show you a great chasm appearing, one exacerbated by the continuing effects of the pandemic.

2021-04-18 09:15

Shall we boycott Beijing 2022?

Shall we boycott Beijing 2022?

In 2017, a world champion did something most remarkable: they refused to take part in a competition which they believed was prolonging human suffering. In doing so, they forfeited both their titles and considerable prize money but retained their dignity. Obviously this wasn't a multi-millionaire Nike-sponsored athlete otherwise you would have likely heard about it before now....

2021-04-10 09:35

Portrait of a xenophobic Facebook troll

Portrait of a xenophobic Facebook troll

When a person attributes all or part of a country's misfortunes to the presence of “foreigners,” and if they propose that problems can be solved by expelling said foreigners, we might be told that they are merely expressing an opinion, and moreover, that they have a right to that opinion.

2021-04-03 09:22

Who likes BTS? A survey of 400,000 fans around the world

Who likes BTS? A survey of 400,000 fans around the world

A sociological survey on more than 400,000 BTS fans took place between July and September 2020, and the results were finally released last week. To ensure maximum exposure, the survey was translated into 46 different languages and featured responses from over 100 countries and territories.

2021-03-27 09:42

BTS' 'Life Goes On' video passes 300 million YouTube views

Wanted: Mayor of Seoul

Wanted: Mayor of Seoul

The city of Seoul is seeking applicants for the position of chief executive of the metropolitan government. The successful candidate will be given a budget of 40.05 trillion won for the upcoming year and provided official accommodation at the Mayor's residence in Hyehwa-dong.

2021-03-22 09:10

Opposition candidates for Seoul mayor lead ruling party rival by wide margins: poll

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