Culture
How to Find the Right Dermatology Clinic Navigating the Korean Healthcare System for Skin Issues Let’s be honest — navigating the healthcare system in Korea can feel SO overwhelming, especially when you’re a foreigner! And when it comes to skin issues, it gets even MORE confusing. Rashes, itching, acne, hives — these are all common … Read more
Korean Culture Is No Longer a Trend But a Global Lifestyle Korean Content Has Become Part of Daily Routines Worldwide This is SO exciting to see in actual DATA! The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and KOFICE just released results from their 2026 Overseas Hallyu Survey — the largest and most comprehensive survey tracking … Read more
Where Finding Love Means Submitting Your Resume Welcome to Korea’s Elite Marriage Market Okay so this is honestly FASCINATING! In South Korea, some people find love through friends or dating apps, but others literally hand over their RESUMES to matchmaking consultants. The Korea Herald visited an elite marriage agency in Cheongdam, Gangnam’s upscale neighborhood, where … Read more
How Young Koreans Became Hooked on Caffeinated Drinks Caffeine Is No Longer Just for Adults Here’s something wild — caffeine used to be seen as a grown-up thing in Korea! “Yoo”, 52, remembers that when she was young, feeling tired meant drinking water or milk, or simply going to sleep. But times have TOTALLY changed. … Read more
New Rules Require Neighbor Consent for Feeding Stations Government Unveils Revised Stray Cat Care Guidelines Big news for all the cat lovers out there! The Korean government just dropped new guidelines on caring for stray cats, and here’s the key change — you’ll now need to get consent from property owners BEFORE installing feeding stations … Read more