Kommon: Hipsters in Korea

Just like the United States, hipster culture in Korea originated from the younger generation wanting to escape “societal oppression” by the older generation. Popular places are often referred to as hotple (핫플) in Korea. Hipsters call any place that...

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May 06, 2021
KOMMON Newsletter: PC Bangs in Korea

PC rooms or "PC bangs" are a ubiquitous sight on almost every block in Korea. Read about how PC bangs became so popular and how they reflect Korea's rapid technological advancement.

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Mar 30, 2021
KOMMON: The Political Spectrum of Korea

Read about the political spectrum, diversity, and history of Korea, including the different parties and political leanings of Korea's regions. Zoom in: Today, South Korea has a flourishing culture of democratic control. Today we are going to introduc...

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Mar 19, 2021
Korean Government Mandates Covid Testing For Foreigners

On March 16, the Korean government set a new precedent by mandating Covid19 testing for all employed foreigners in the Seoul and Gyeonggi areas. Driving the news: The decision was made based on a recent outbreak among foreign migrant workers and upti...

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Mar 16, 2021