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South Korean students brace for the college entrance exam
On the 17th November, Korean high school students test years of dedicated studying in the infamous Suneung – the national college entrance exam. We explore Suneung’s formidable reputation and the lengths students go to pass.
Hallyu! The Korean Wave Exhibition: BTS and Parasite are the tip of the iceberg
Looking for your Korean culture fix? Look no further than Hallyu! The Korean Wave Exhibition at the V&A, South Kensington.
My life as a BTS Unnie
It all started on April 4, 2022, randomly scrolling through social media and various uploads of the members on the Grammys’ red carpet, peppered with ARMY’s imaginative reels.
Is K-Pop ruining our body image?
Body image and K-Pop have been at the centre of many heated discussions, so is there a danger to the industry, both for idols and fans?
The best Korean language resources for beginners
Looking to start learning Korean? Here are some of the best textbooks, apps, and online sites to help you get started.
Our top tips for planning your next K-pop concert outfit
How should you dress for a K-pop concert and what inspires fans? We’ve got you covered, with a little help from the ATEEZ fans at the 2022 London show…
South Korea’s coffee addiction: A history and where to go for your caffeine hit
These days, the coffee obsession in Korea is more evident than ever before. But where does this obsession come from and where can you find your caffeine hit in the country?
The Korean concept of ‘jeong’ means more than just affection
Anyone interested in Korean culture or language will probably be vaguely familiar with the concept of ‘jeong’, but truly understanding its meaning and significance in South Korean society proves harder to achieve through simply reading about it on the internet.
The rise of Hallyu and its impact on the West
‘Hanryu’/‘Hallyu’ — ‘Han’ referring to Korea and ‘Ryu’ meaning wave — has come to dominate modern pop culture narratives in the last twenty years. While there is a broad spectrum of what exactly can be defined as part of Hallyu, it can often be boiled down to five main categories…