For decades, South Korea's mandatory military service has been viewed as a rite of passage—a moment where young men set aside personal aspirations to serve their country, foster camaraderie, and uphold national security in a region marked by tension.
Donald Trump's rhetoric and foreign policy actions often highlight America's self-interest at the expense of traditional allies.
South Korea’s fertility rate, the lowest in the world, continues to decline, signaling a demographic crisis.
Event or Trend: A growing trend of Korean expatriates living in the West are returning to South Korea, driven by economic, social, and personal factors.
Folktales might seem like relics of childhood, full of fantastical elements far removed from the real world but these stories also carry tradition, cultural values, and societal norms that subtly influence the way we think.
In South Korea, academics are recruited into government service for both their knowledge, and as could be expected, their connections and influence.
Protests by Christian groups on 27 October 2024, followed a court ruling granting same-sex couples access to state health insurance, highlighting ongoing resistance to anti-discrimination reforms.
The Bank of Korea (BoK) remains cautious about gold purchases, prioritizing dollar reserves, while domestic demand for gold surges through retail sales.
