Culture & Society
Grit meets glamour: The story of South Korea’s unique automotive subculture
In a culture obsessed with rapid response, wrecker drivers transform their vehicles into eye-catching works of art
August 27, 2024
Yoon Suk-yeol’s upcoming pension reform speech promises major changes
Key reforms will likely include tiered contributions and a stabilization mechanism to ensure fund longevity
August 26, 2024
Interest rates, COVID surge and corporate hiring shifts — Ep. 35
BOK holds rates amid soaring household debt; COVID cases rise as conglomerates adapt hiring to aging workforce
August 23, 2024
South Korea’s job numbers grew in first quarter but COVID-19 surge casts shadow
Health and welfare job growth reflects demographic trends, but surging virus could derail economic recovery
August 22, 2024
South Korea’s COVID surge unveils cracks in pandemic defenses
Workplace policies and healthcare system strain highlight vulnerabilities as cases rise ninefold since mid-July
August 21, 2024
Aging workforce threatens to dull South Korean conglomerates’ competitive edge
Chaebol increasingly lean on older workers instead of recruiting new talent, increasing costs and stifling innovation
August 20, 2024
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
