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What a Han River Day!

As spring nears and the weather gets warmer, more people are enjoying outdoor activities, and interest in picnics along the Han River is growing. Today, we’ll suggest a simple picnic route at Han River Park, featuring festivals, facilities, and popular spots. The first spot is Seoraeseom Island. Seoraeseom is the largest artificial island in Banpo Hangang Park. In May, it hosts the Canola Flower Festival, where visitors can see bright yell...

Surprising the Whole World: ‘DeepSeek,’ Is It Truly Safe?

DeepSeek is a Chinese AI research company founded by “Liang Wenfung”, the head of the High-Flyer hedge fund. The rise of DeepSeek has even impacted NVIDIA, which has long dominated the AI chip market. Many believed that NVIDIA would continue to control the demand for AI chips as the frontrunner. However, DeepSeek introduced a low-cost AI model, raising questions about the need for NVIDIA’s expensive chips. DeepSeek is a strong ...

Suwon, Strolling Through TV DramaLocations.

Have you watched the TV drama that recently finished “Run AwayWith Sunjae?” This drama became very popular for its beautiful scenes and touching story. Its key scenes were filmed in Suwon, a city known for its historic Hwaseong Fortress and charming streets. Because of this, Suwon has been the background for many other dramas as well. Since Kyonggi University students will finish their midterm exams in May, we would like to introduce...

If Not Us, Then Who Will Believe?

On March 6, 2025, a mishap occurred in Pocheon, Gyeonggi-do, where two KF-16 fighter jets belonging to the Republic of Korea Air Force (ROKAF) accidentally dropped a total of eight bombs. As a result, 24 civilians and 14 military personnel were injured, and 166 buildings and vehicles were also damaged. It’s one of the most significant examples of civilian damage caused by military operations in South Korea. In response, the Chief of Staff...

My Family's Best Moment

Lee Chae Eun A family trip to Jeju in 2023 was my best moment with my family. My parents planned a trip for me, as I was tired of my daily routine as a high school senior. My sisters also helped me take my mind off school. It was such a heart-warming memory that made me realize my family is always there for me. KIm Ji Yul My family’s best moment is the memory of my family trip wandering around Goseong, Gangwon-do, on bikes. We came acros...

Rise of J-pop

J-pop, which until recently was considered to be only for dedicated fans, has been gradually gaining in popularity. In fact, you can listen to lots of J-pop songs on video platforms such as Youtube, Instagram or Tiktok, as background music for videos. Moreover, concert tickets to see J-pop musicians visiting Korea have sold out in 1 or 2 minutes. The history of J-pop in Korea is very short because even in the 90s, the Korean government prohibit...

Trump 2.0 Era: South Korea's Economic Outlook?

On 20 January 2025, Donald Trump was elected as the 47th President of the US. The Democratic Party was replaced by the Republican Party, and he returned to the White House after four years out of office. As a result, The CHIPS Act, IRA and climate-friendly initiatives that former President Biden carried out have been changed by Trump, causing a huge impact on the whole world. Specifically, he thought that American corporations had become weak be...

What Do You Think Jazz Is?

How do you explain jazz? In 1976, at the 17th Annual Grammy Awards, you might have seen the spontaneous performance of Ella Fitzgerald and Mel Torme as an answer to the question. Additionally, many meme videos have been created from this short clip. That's right! Jazz has become more popular among the young generation. As new musical genres and the sound industry continue to develop, jazz has evolved into a genre that can be mixed with fusi...