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NIMBYism Rears Its Ugly Head, to the Detriment of Youth

NIMBYism Rears Its Ugly Head, to the Detriment of Youth

SEOUL, April 14 (Korea Bizwire) — An increasing number of Seoul residents are expressing opposition to public welfare facilities amid fears that they could bring down housing prices in their community. At the center of the rise of NIMBYism in recent years are rental apartments for young people. The Seoul Metropolitan Government is undertaking a housing [...]

South Korea Battles Fake News

South Korea Battles Fake News

SEOUL, Apr. 10 (Korea Bizwire) — With local elections on the horizon, South Korea is making all-out efforts to root out fake news, with both the government and online platforms implementing changes and cracking down on questionable content. Speaking at the Korea Press Center last Thursday, Prime Minister Lee Nak-yeon, acknowledged the serious threat fake news [...]

Growing Anti-Feminism Sentiment in South Korea

Growing Anti-Feminism Sentiment in South Korea

Anti-feminism sentiment is growing among South Korean men, particularly online where an increasing number of posts expressing disapproval towards the movement and targeting feminists are being shared. SEOUL, March 27 (Korea Bizwire) — Last week, a furious male K-pop fan took to the internet to share his frustration after his favorite idol Irene, a member of [...]