This weekend in Korea, expect a mix of heavy rain, thunderstorms, and sweltering heat near 30°C. From umbrellas to heat warnings, discover how locals and online communities are reacting to this dramatic start to summer.
President Lee's administration introduced unprecedented loan restrictions to cool Seoul's overheated property market, while the presidential office cautiously monitors public and market reactions amid confusion and community debate.
A man in his 20s shocked Korea by entering a high school with a hand axe after being insulted by students. He was sent to prosecution without detention, sparking debates about school safety and mental health.
From June 23, 2025, Korea’s Safe Inheritance One-Stop Service allows families of missing persons to apply within one year of the court’s missing person declaration, easing the burden of inheritance procedures.
A major Korean virtual idol agency faces backlash after a copyright controversy, with fans and critics clashing over the company's questionable explanations and the broader implications for the virtual creator scene.
A fierce debate has erupted in South Korea after a new 600 million won mortgage cap was introduced, with opposition lawmakers criticizing the presidential office for policy confusion and the impact on middle-class homebuyers.
The Reebak School scandal exposed how far-right groups infiltrated public education, manipulated online opinion, and sparked a national debate on the vulnerabilities of Korea’s schooling system. Parents, teachers, and the public are demanding accountability and reform.
South Korea’s government is fast-tracking six major agricultural bills, including a revised Grain Management Act, under Minister Song Mi-ryeong. The shift aims to stabilize rice prices and support farmers, but faces controversy over sustainability and political motives.
Cafe24's use of AI-powered screen recording for employee monitoring has sparked controversy, raising concerns about potential customer data leaks and privacy violations, despite the company's reassurances.
