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[Video] ‘Dalgona coffee’ is piping hot during social distancing

CultureApr 2, 2020

With many self-quarantining themselves during the novel coronavirus spread, people are finding innovative measures to stay tuned. For many, who are cooped up at home for days, or even weeks -- visit...
[Video] College students have tough time with online classes

EducationMar 26, 2020

Universities across South Korea have temporarily shifted to remote learning on short notice due to the outbreak of the new coronavirus. Professors have been informed to conduct distance teaching -- a...
[Video] Online education now the new normal due to coronavirus pandemic

EducationMar 19, 2020

As the start of the spring semester has been postponed over the coronavirus outbreak and online classes are encouraged to minimize infections in the classrooms, teachers are trying to adapt to remote...
[Video] Koreans adapt to mask rationing system to protect themselves against coronavirus

Social affairsMar 13, 2020

South Koreans are slowly adapting to a new distribution system of face masks, which was initiated by the government Monday to address the shortage of them. A lot of Koreans see masks as a vital sour...
Mask maker apologizes over part-timer’s mistake

Social affairsMar 5, 2020

A local mask manufacturing company officially apologized on Thursday after a part-time worker caused an uproar by contaminating face masks that were being packed prior to sale. On Wednesday, footage...
[Video] Old-fashioned yet effective tips to prevent coronavirus infection

HealthMar 3, 2020

The abrupt outbreak of the novel coronavirus, officially named as COVID-19, has been dominating headlines around the world. The virus, widely believed to have originated from China’s Hubei province l...
Gwanak-gu takes steps to nurture companion pets

Social affairsFeb 27, 2020

Seoul’s Gwanak-gu is boosting efforts to create an environment where companion animals and people can coexist. The district has launched a “companion animal team” for the first time and enacted a reg...
[Video] Chungmuro, the heart of Korean cinema, goes beyond ‘Hallyuwood’

FilmFeb 21, 2020

The movie district often epitomizes the fame, power and money that comes from the show-biz industry. Known as the mecca of Korea’s big screen, Chungmuro has been home to many theaters and movie studi...
[Video] Why does ‘Parasite’ mix pricey beef into instant noodles?

FilmFeb 7, 2020

The food featured in director Bong Joon-ho’s “Parasite” is not just nourishment for the characters but also serves up symbolism and social satire, hinting at social stratification in Korean society. ...
[Video] Flavor chemistry behind cocoa gastronomy

CultureJan 22, 2020

The mouth-watering sweetness that originated from cocoa serves as the main component of chocolate in the modern confectionery industry. The unique bounties of rare flavors coming from the deep brown ...
[Video] The magic and romance of Christmas

CultureDec 24, 2019

The magical morning of Dec. 25 is a time of great excitement and anticipation, as you get to spend time with your beloved family and make more memories to cherish. One of the essential parts of celeb...
[Photo News] Partnering for a better world

CultureDec 17, 2019

Togo’s Deputy Minister Victor G. Yawotse Vovor shakes hands with the founder of the International Youth Fellowship, Park Ock-soo (right), during an event for a joint agreement, in Lomo on Saturday. T...
[Video] The puzzle of flavor

FoodDec 17, 2019

Imagine a glass of cold craft beer and place it in front of you. “Psssh.” That’s the sound of beer being extracted from the machine. “Tssst.” Next, the frothy foam on top brings oxygen to the liquor....
Guide to indulging in winter street food

FoodDec 13, 2019

With the freezing cold season approaching, the craving for hot street food grows. Seoul’s street food is perfect for warming the soul. Get some cash ready, put on a coat and head to Myeong-dong to f...
[Video] Korean dance, communication delivered through the body

CultureDec 11, 2019

People dance for many reasons -- for imparting love and joy, in celebration or when they try to overcome something unexpected through passion. Similarly, the aesthetic movement is an art that can wor...