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COVID-19 Fear Again Upends Everyday Life in S. Korea

SEOUL, Aug. 24 (Korea Bizwire) — Concerns over the new coronavirus have again gripped South Korea, prompting people to stay indoors, cancel trips and postpone milestone events like weddings and first birthdays. Cafes, restaurants and shopping malls at busy areas like Seoul’s Gangnam were relatively empty over the weekend. The few visitors who were at [...]

S. Koreans ‘Angered’ by Coronavirus

SEOUL, March 5 (Korea Bizwire) — With the ensuing coronavirus spread in the country, many citizens feel that the outbreak has put a stop to everyday life. People now feel particularly angry whenever they receive a new report related to the coronavirus. A research team from Seoul National University conducted a study of 1,000 citizens [...]