Culture & Society
South Korean court’s landmark LGBTQ+ rights ruling sparks debate and hope
Ruling hailed as a victory for LGBTQ+ rights, yet challenges remain in the fight for full equality as opposition remains
July 26, 2024
How a leadership crisis is undermining South Korea’s human rights watchdog
Turmoil at NHRCK has shone light on political appointment process that risks undermining principles its meant to uphold
July 23, 2024
Alarm as illegal fentanyl sale grips South Korean youth, fueling addiction
Experts call for comprehensive approach to tackle growing problem as government cracks down on over-prescription
July 19, 2024
South Korean feminist movement faces challenges as it gains global attention
Feminist boycott of dating, marriage, childbirth and sex sparks debate on gender discrimination and societal pressures
July 17, 2024
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
Seoul’s controversial flagpole plan stirs debate about role of national symbols
City withdraws proposal to build 100-meter-tall monument, amid concerns it is promoting a form of right-wing jingoism
July 11, 2024
South Korea’s foreign talent push faces hurdles amid aging workforce
New visa policies aim to attract global expertise as demographic and cultural challenges threaten economic stability
July 10, 2024
South Korea and Thailand hold first Economic Partnership Agreement negotiation
The agreement may ease labor movement, address industry shortages and reinvigorate strained cultural exchanges
July 10, 2024
South Korea braces for economic fallout as new wave of baby boomers retires
Bank of Korea projects long-term decline in growth and consumption as country’s largest generation leaves the workforce
July 3, 2024
South Korea to bolster safety for foreign workers after deadly factory blaze
Government plans July announcement of measures following Hwaseong fire that killed 23, including 18 foreign workers
July 2, 2024
