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Low-cost, high crime: The price of South Korea’s unmanned store revolution
Lack of staff cuts down on labor costs for owners, but has fueled rise in thefts and raised safety concerns
May 2, 2024
Seoul’s urban renewal sparks fears of gentrification and cultural erosion
Fluctuating plans and political agendas impact the balance between modernization and cultural conservation
April 26, 2024
Sewol ferry documentary delay sparks outcry as victims seek justice and closure
KBS’s postponement of documentary about disaster reignites debate over government accountability and public trust
April 18, 2024
South Korea’s med school expansion plan sparks debate over long-term impact
Experts warn that larger pool of doctors may not fix urban-rural divide and that competition will only intensify
March 27, 2024
South Korean proposal to pay foreigners less sparks uproar over worker rights
Debate is intensifying over plan to address elderly care shortage by recruiting foreigners at sub-minimum wage
March 21, 2024
Why conscripting women to serve in South Korea’s military is a tough sell
Population decline creates big need for troops, but public opinion and institutional norms may not move quickly enough
March 14, 2024
South Korea’s retail war pits consumer convenience against worker welfare
Supermarket workers and small businesses push back against government’s plan to prioritize consumer needs over welfare
March 7, 2024
Why South Korea’s urban expansion is a double-edged sword for growth
The Yoon administration’s plans to develop military lands raise questions on speculation and national defense
February 29, 2024
Singlehood surges in South Korea as youth rethink marriage
Economic pressures and personal goals lead to varied family units, reflecting changing societal norms and policy needs
February 22, 2024
Poverty and increased life expectancy mean many senior South Koreans must work
But labor market for elderly Koreans is plagued by low-wages, lack of stability and few opportunities
February 15, 2024
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