Culture & Society
Love vs law: South Korea must act now to enshrine marriage equality for all
LGBTQ+ rights have taken steps forward in recent years, but a lack of legal protections is a major obstacle to progress
To be seen and not heard: Why there are so many ‘no-kids zones’ in South Korea
Children’s rights take a backseat as adults seek tranquil environments in the country’s changing cultural landscape
In South Korea, demographics are turning classrooms into retirement homes
Millions of elderly and few children are driving entire rural communities into extinction — and Seoul has few answers
Why ill will is brewing between South Korean students and cafes
As costs rise, owners says young people who study for hours are cutting into profits, but some see unfair villainization
How sophisticated scams are jeopardizing South Korea’s unique housing system
Landlords have swindled tenants out of massive deposits, but efforts to counter fraud have left victims in limbo
Working through retirement: How South Korea’s pension system is failing seniors
Record-low birth rates, declining workforce and shifting family structures contribute to Korea’s elderly poverty crisis
Netflix and Korea: A complex tale of investment, success and controversy
As the streaming powerhouse continues to grow, so do concerns that Korea will lose its creative autonomy