When Cha Mi-joo asked about her 14-year-old son's opinion on his school lunch, he nonchalantly shrugged and gave a one-word response, "kebake." She had to ask what he meant, because the term didn't align with her knowledge of the Korean language. It was during this exchange that she discovered a new slang term derived from the English phrase "case by case." "Kebake," which according to her son,...

Baeksajang Port and Sambong Beach -- among other sunset sites in Taean -- have their own unique charms. The bustling port and the picturesque coastal village features a unique, spiral bridge and colorful, bobbing boats. Sambong Beach became popular with Gaengji Cave, a spot that makes for romantic sunset photos. This article is the seventh in a series introducing destinations for eco-friendly t...

In 2022, she became the first Korean to win the Tokyo International Viola Competition. Participating in competitions is a necessary evil, according to her. “Competitions are the easiest and fastest way to make a name for yourself and to gain performance opportunities,” said Park, who will be based in Europe for the foreseeable future, where she is pursuing her Master's degree at the Kronberg Aca...

KCDF Gallery in Insa-dong, central Seoul, is presenting the exhibition “Stage for the young local creators” joined by Korea’s emerging craft artists from different provinces to show unique characteristics from different regions. The craft week was inaugurated in 2018 to celebrate the beauty of Korea’s craft.

The records consist of a comprehensive collection of 185 documents that pertain to the rebellion against the pervasive corruption within the ruling class, in pursuit of a just and equal society. The civil movement was led by armed peasants and followers of the Donghak, an academic movement of Korean Neo-Confucianism founded in 1860. This marks the first time in six years that South Korea's docum...

Grand Hyatt Seoul offers 'Lemon Verbena Afternoon Tea' with L'Occitane Grand Hyatt Seoul offers “Chilling in Verbena Afternoon Tea”, a special seasonal menu in collaboration with French cosmetics brand L'Occitane from May 15 to July 16. It is inspired by the lemon verbena leaves from L'Occitane's Verbena line as part of the “Verbena Getaway” partnership. The menu offers delicacies such as lemon ...

Experts discuss latest strategies in winning the war against the chronic autoimmune disease at Lupus 2023

Speaking at Thursday's session on “Global Challenges,” Dr. Bae Sang-cheol of Hanyang University pointed out that social determinants account for more than 50 percent of population health. One’s genetic makeup and biology as well as personal behaviors contribute only around 25 percent. Medical care, meanwhile, accounts for about 20 percent. In his presentation titled "Access to Health Care," Bae ...

The 43rd Korean College of Rheumatology Annual Scientific Meeting and 17th International Symposium running Wednesday through Saturday at Coex, southern Seoul, features two special sessions aimed at fostering a younger generation of rheumatologists. Dr. Bae Sang-cheol and Dr. Yoo Dae-hyun, both from Hanyang University shared their expertise and experience as leading clinicians and researchers in ...

Prioritizing patient needs, experience key to advancing treatment

Twelve years after TV drama "Dream High," featuring Kim Soo-hyun and Bae Suzy, gained enormous popularity with the story of six high school students aspiring to be superstars, a new musical attempts to continue their story. Musical "Dream High" is based on the TV series and used some songs from the original soundtrack, but the story shows the story of the main characters 10 years later. Song Sa...

Hansan Ramie Fabric Cultural Festival, Seocheon The 33rd edition of the Hansan Ramie Fabric Cultural Festival will be held from June 9 to 11 at Hansan Mosi Museum and Hansan Traditional Market in Seocheon, South Chungcheong Province. The event seeks to continue the tradition of Hansan ramie, or “mosi,” weaving which is listed as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The festival off...

The 15th International Congress on Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, the 43rd Korean College of Rheumatology Annual Scientific Meeting & 17th International Symposium kicked off Wednesday evening, shedding light on how greater social awareness and new drugs can end the “war” against lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease. This year’s event is held under the theme, “Stairway to the End of the War" to pre...