South Korea’s med schools set to hold thousands of students back
Schools across the country confirm that masses of medical students will have to repeat courses if they wish to continue their studies.
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K-pop timing secrets: 1pm or 6pm?
A clear pattern has emerged in the album release times of K-pop stars. Why are some albums released at 1 p.m. while others drop at 6 p.m.? The answer lies in the target markets…
South Korea’s Lee Jae-myung leads in hypothetical three-way presidential race with Han Duck-soo
A recent poll, conducted from April 30 to May 2, found Lee leading with 46.5 per cent support in a hypothetical matchup against former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, who is running…
‘Smile at me’: Cancer-fighting South Korean senior influencer inspires with strength, grace
Before the diagnosis, her videos mostly focused on living a productive and inspirational life. But the topic of her posts changed after her diagnosis to show the entire journey…
Japan, China, South Korea, ASEAN enhance regional financial safety net
A new rapid financing facility will enable members to access emergency financing without conditions in case of financial crises arising from sudden shocks.
As unused homes increase in rural South Korea, government mobilises nationwide response
The government said the ongoing population drop would likely fuel a corresponding spike in such houses, which have been abandoned or are unused for various reasons.
Why South Korean mothers are opting for C-sections at record rates
As mothers want less pain and doctors aim to reduce risk, 67% of babies were delivered by cesarean in the country in 2024.
Respect wanes: Teaching no longer highly coveted job in South Korea
Once requiring top grades, education universities' entry bars get lower.
When YouTube replaces TV, news and politics: what South Korea learned the hard way in 20 years
More than just entertainment, YouTube has become the dominant stage for news, activism, disinformation and cultural exports, reshaping South Korea’s digital life more profoundly…
South Korean ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol indicted for abuse of power
The prosecutors have been moving ahead with legal procedures for Yoon’s criminal trial, while conducting supplementary investigations into the charge of abuse of power, which…