Culture & Society
Balancing convenience and security: South Korea’s cybersecurity challenge
Despite the government’s attempts to bolster its digital defenses, the South Korean public remains lax, experts say
South Korea’s auxiliary police force: Logistical challenges and political debate
As the country reels from violent crimes, Seoul proposes reintroducing a disbanded police force but hurdles abound
Tipping the debate: The growing controversy over South Korea’s gratuity culture
The introduction of a foreign practice that locals have long eschewed has led to diverse opinions about equity
Rallying for justice: South Korean school teachers demand reform
Pointing to vague wordings in the country’s laws, teachers lament that they have become victims of abusive parents
Hungarian medical school admissions ignite a debate on fairness in South Korea
As affluent parents secure places for their children to study in Hungary, some in the local medical field cry foul
Yoon’s history games: How dictator’s son’s apology furthers New Right agenda
Apologies for deaths caused by Syngman Rhee in 1960 revolution align with conservative presidencies, inviting suspicion
Intense work, intense play: How Koreans’ work culture impacts their travel plans
Fast-paced express tour packages speak to work ethic and limited time off, but younger demographics may be changing that
South Korea’s Jamboree debacle: Implications for the country’s 2030 Expo bid
Allegations of financial malfeasance and lack of preparations for the event could sway BIE voters away from Korea