Twilight of the Sixth Republic, dawn of the Seventh
The author is the social news editor at the JoongAng Ilbo.
Korea's democratization in June 1987 was fundamentally a compromise. The June 29 Declaration, which paved the way for a return to direct presidential elections, was a product of negotiations between the pro-democracy movement and the rulin…
[WHY] Athletes hate Korea's stadiums. Why aren't they getting better?
This article is by Kim Min-young and read by an artificial voice.
When FC Seoul captain Jesse Lingard slipped on a detached section of grass, twisting his ankle, at the Seoul World Cup Stadium during a K League 1 match in March, angry fans took the internet by storm.
The target of their ire was no…
Ex-first lady questioned by special counsel in historic appearance
This article is by Choi Seo-in, Lee Chan-kyu, Jeon Min-goo and read by an artificial voice.
Kim's appearance at the office, located in central Seoul's Gwanghwamun, came 35 days after the special counsel formally launched its investigation, led by chief investigator Min Joong-ki. The questioning be…
The Secret Military Club That Hijacked Korea
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Korea’s modern history has plenty of villains, but Hanahoe might be the most quietly terrifying. This was the private club of military officers that spent decades pulling strings behind the scenes and building the foundation for South Korea’s authoritarian era. Chun Doo hwan and R…
Death penalty sought for former President Yoon, a stark warning against democratic backsliding
At a sentencing hearing on an insurrection case held on Jan. 13 at the Seoul Central District Court, prosecutors sought the death penalty for former president Yoon Suk Yeol, the maximum punishment under Korean law. The case was heard by the court's Criminal Division 25, presided over by Ji Gui-yeo…
Special counsels call down fire and brimstone in insurrection cases, but courts refuse to make it rain
This article is by Michael Lee and read by an artificial voice.
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When the National Assembly appointed a series of special counsels to investigate former President Yoon Suk Yeol and his associates over their suspected involvement in his short-lived declaration of martial law on Dec. 3, 2…
DP takes up 'dream' mantle as PPP slides into infighting nightmare
Chin Jung-kwon
The author is a professor at Kwangwoon University.
Politics, at its core, is the business of offering dreams.
In the 1970s, banners reading "$10 billion in exports, $1,000 in per capita income" hung across city streets. The government promised that once those goals were met, Korea w…
Starbucks Korea is in hot water over its 'Tank Day' promo. Why?
This article is by Kim Ji-ye and read by an artificial voice.
Starbucks Korea's controversial "Tank Day" promotion ended shortly after it was accused of using inappropriate language referring to the May 18 Gwangju Democratization Movement and the military dictatorship.
Public backlash quickly esca…
From clay wine bottle to Dior bag: Exhibits showcase diplomatic gifts between Korea and France
This article is by Jin Eun-soo and read by an artificial voice.
In collaboration with the Presidential Archives of Korea, the museum will present "Gifts and Records: 140 Years of Korea-France Friendship," an exhibition tracing the history of bilateral ties through gifts exchanged by leaders and of…
From clay wine bottle to Dior bag: Exhibits showcase diplomatic gifts between Korea and France
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From an onggi (traditional Korean earthenware) wine bottle from the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) to a Baccarat crystal vase and a Dior bag, the gifts exchanged between Korea and France will be on display at the National Palace Museum of Korea, commemora…
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