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Gyeonggi Province’s book removals from school libraries spark fierce debate
Educators and conservative groups clash over the impact on students’ access to information on sensitive topics
May 22, 2024
South Korea’s surge in dating violence exposes lack of protections for women
Brutal killings have highlighted a disturbing trend, but experts say law still treats partner violence as a minor crime
May 16, 2024
Seoul’s repeal of student rights ordinance sparks debate over balance of power
Experts warn of weakened student protections and reversed progress, while critics argue for teachers’ authority
May 9, 2024
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
