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Tying the knot or not: South Korea’s trend of delayed marriage registration
Couples remain single on paper to improve their chances of securing affordable apartments in a competitive market
July 12, 2024
What’s in a name? For South Koreans, a chance at a better life
As family structures evolve and individualism grows, more South Koreans are adopting new names to reflect their identity
June 11, 2024
South Korean authorities struggle to keep pace with evolving phishing tactics
As scammers adapt their methods, vulnerable individuals continue to be exploited by criminal networks
May 28, 2024
South Korea’s eldercare crisis leaves families buckling under caregiving weight
High costs and inadequate public support force families to shoulder the burden, leading to tragic consequences
May 14, 2024
South Korea’s spy camera epidemic persists despite stricter laws
Wide availability, lenient sentencing and societal attitudes hinder progress in combating digital sex crimes
April 30, 2024
South Korea’s apartment dwellers face violent crimes amid noise disputes
Experts point to inadequate construction and dispute resolution as the main factors fueling the surge in conflicts
April 17, 2024
Why South Korea is experiencing an overprescription of antidepressants
Despite increased awareness, high costs and systemic issues lead to overreliance on antidepressants over therapy
March 5, 2024
Egg-freezing surge in South Korea signals deeper demographic woes
Efforts to encourage childbearing clash with concerns over medical risks and social impact
February 12, 2024
South Korea faces human rights backslide in 2023
From classrooms to military barracks, stories of struggle and resilience unfold in the battle for rights and equality
January 4, 2024
South Korea’s disabled left behind in urban tech boom with public transport woes
In a country renowned for its tech prowess, South Korea’s disabled fight for equitable public transport access
December 11, 2023
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