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Korean Funeral Culture

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Where Tradition Meets Modern Etiquette The Heart of Korean Funerals When “Oh Myung-ah’s” grandmother passed away at 93, family friends drove an hour from Seoul to Incheon—not because they knew her well, but to support the grieving family. This perfectly captures what makes Korean funerals unique: they’re centered on comforting the living. “Oh Myung-ah” 할머니께서 … Read more

South Korea Blocks Negligent Parents from Claiming Children’s Pension Benefits

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South Korea Blocks Negligent Parents from Claiming Children’s Pension Benefits Breaking the Cycle of Abandonment and Inheritance South Korea just made a bold move that’s changing the game for parental responsibility. Starting January 1, 2026, parents who abandoned their kids won’t be able to cash in on their deceased children’s survivor pensions. This isn’t just … Read more