Adults Playing “Police and Thief” Like Kids Again Childhood Games Take Over Adult Nightlife Something amazing is happening in Korea right now! Adults in their 20s and 30s are gathering at night to play “police and thief” – that classic tag game from childhood. Online platforms like KakaoTalk are flooded with meetup posts. Some Seoul … Read more
Korea’s Growing Weight-Loss Drug Trend: What You Need to Know Rising Demand in One of the World’s Leanest Nations South Korea stands out as one of the leanest countries in the OECD with just 5.7% obesity rate by WHO standards, yet it’s experiencing an unprecedented surge in weight-loss medication demand. The irony? Most users aren’t … Read more
Korean American Wikipedian Fighting to Change Global Perception of Korea Beyond K-pop The Mission to Expand Korea’s Digital Presence The world often sees Korea through a narrow lens – “BTS”, “Squid Game”, or North Korea headlines dominate global perceptions. However, one Korean American Wikipedian known as “Grapesurgeon” has dedicated years to changing this limited narrative … Read more
R.O.K.A. T-shirt—From Barracks to Fashion Trend Military Attire as Fashion Statement In South Korea, mandatory military service has long influenced youth culture, but few items have made as dramatic a leap from function to fashion as the R.O.K.A. T-shirt. Recently, ordinary black tees stamped with “R.O.K.A.”—the abbreviation for Republic of Korea Army—have captured the attention … Read more
From Folklore Menace to Modern Mascot In recent years, the image of the tiger in Korean culture has undergone a remarkable transformation, shifting from a fear-inspiring creature in traditional folktales to a friendly and beloved character in modern media. 최근 한국 문화에서 호랑이의 이미지는 전통 설화에서 두려움을 주는 존재에서 현대 미디어에서 사랑받는 친근한 캐릭터로 크게 … Read more