Georgia moves ahead – but the 2008 war consequences remain to be dealt with
*In August 2008, thousand of Russian troops and armor rolled into Georgia, as the Russian aviation was pounding country’s military, infrastructural and civilian targets. Four years on, Georgia stands strong in asserting its identity as a liberal, democratic state, its economy is surging ahead and the government works hard to take care of the persons […]
Selfish love
Love is considered the most important among the virtues necessary for humanity. That is why love has been taught across the ages and in all countries of the world by saints. Love means basically giving something good to others unconditionally. Let’s leave love for one’s own children out of the discussion because animals also love […]
Diplomatic war on East Sea
Diplomatic rifts between Seoul and Tokyo largely come from historical problems stemming from the legacy of imperial Japan’s 35-year colonial rule over the Korean Peninsula (1910-1945). The forced annexation ended upon Japan’s defeat in World War II but vestiges of resentment and hurt from historical events still remain in the hearts of Koreans as well […]
Sleepless Seoul
It is not a destined love between a man and woman as seen in a romantic comedy in Seattle. Insomnia here has increased due to the sweltering heat which lingers until past midnight. What has also prompted sleeplessness is the Olympic Games in London as many events take place late at night in Korean time. […]
Wedding present for N. Korea’s first couple
LOS ANGELES ― I guess I am a sucker for old-fashioned romance. When I heard about the stunning marriage of Kim Jong-un, the young new leader of North Korea, to the lovely Ri Sol-ju, apparently a professional singer, I hurriedly buried the ideological hatchet and grabbed the latest Brides magazine to figure out what would […]
Drinking water safety
Urgent steps needed to solve algae problem The scorching heat wave these days is driving many people near crazy. It’s hard to consider not drinking tap water or take a shower because of a foul odor and health concerns. But that’s happening to an increasing number of people living along the nation’s two largest rivers […]
“Because I am A Girl” fashion show
Around thirty young passionate and educated girls were campaigning for girl’s rights for gender equality, Wednesday evening (Aug. 8). Working with Plan International, a South Korean local NGO called The Change, held a “Because I am A Girl” campaign to raise awareness of the significance of girl’s role in society. Girls of middle and high school […]
Tragic life story of Akira, a winner of Manhae Prize
*This is written by Bill Morse(International Project Manager for CSHD) who helps Akira. THE EARLY YEARS He prefers to be called by his full name: Akira (or Aki Ra). He’s had many names in his life. He received this one from his Japanese friends when he became a deminer in his early 20s. He didn’t […]
Global warming is real
Policy needed to adapt to climate change The ongoing heat wave, which has blighted the nation for more than 10 days, killed people and animals, spoiled water reservoirs and caused power blackouts. Climate experts say that this year’s casualties will be the heaviest since the notorious summer of 1994, which left hundreds of people dead. […]
China’s ‘negative news?’
Only four years ago, Beijing played host to the summer Olympics and amazed the world with its modernity and sophistication. The event was widely seen as China’s coming out party and signaled its readiness to become a major world power. Visitors were dazzled by the glittering capital and its high-rises. As the official website of […]
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