Culture & Society
South Korean banks hike mortgage rates amid surging household debt
Despite rate hikes, expectations of higher property prices will likely keep driving loan demand among borrowers
August 20, 2024
South Korea’s outdoor workers at risk as heat waves intensify
Experts call for stronger regulations and cultural change to protect workers from deadly heat
August 16, 2024
Yoon’s defense reshuffle and EV battery disclosure — Ep. 34
New appointments signal foreign policy priorities; voluntary disclosure of EV battery info raises concerns
August 16, 2024
Daring or dangerous? Seoul’s low-flying choppers sparks debate about risks
Parade training over Gwanghwamun inspired awe but drew concerns about potential for catastrophe in crowded area
August 15, 2024
South Korea debates tougher stance on crimes committed while impaired
Proposed amendments to Criminal Act risk reducing judicial discretion and blurring legal standards, experts say
August 13, 2024
Overseas Korean adoptees struggle for answers in the face of red tape
Bureaucratic inconsistencies and societal barriers complicate the path to truth for many Korean adoptees
August 5, 2024
South Korea’s media independence hangs in the balance amid political battles
Experts warn that the battle for media control threatens democratic principles and erodes public trust in institutions
July 31, 2024
Japan considers Sado Mine commemoration amid South Korea’s cautious approval
UNESCO World Heritage listing sparks debate over colonial past and future relations between the two nations
July 31, 2024
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
