Culture & Society
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
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
