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Director James Cameron is set to direct a movie centered around the suffering Japan experienced as a result of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. But Korean fans seem less than thrilled at the news.
James Cameron, the filmmaker most notable for his blockbuster epics such as <The Terminator>, <Titanic>, and <Avatar>, has announced he…
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S.Korea’s top 3 shipbuilders launch MASGA TF, eye 2-track strategy
A baseball cap bearing the slogan “Make America Shipbuilding Great Again,” crafted by the South Korean government and modeled after…
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The film that tried to make Koreans see Imperial Japan as their “Omoni” (Mother): Inside the 1945 propaganda movie “Love and Vows” (愛と誓ひ, 사랑과맹세)
This is my review and analysis of a deeply unsettling Imperial Japanese propaganda film, Love and Vows (愛と誓ひ), which was…
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“If Japan loses, Koreans will fight each other, divided by foreign powers”: June 1945 warning by Korean collaborator (박춘금, 朴春琴) who urged authorities to redirect Korean nationalism into support for Imperial Japan
This is a translation of a Japanese newspaper roundtable discussion from June 1945, held just two months before Imperial Japan’s…
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Kanye West cancels first solo concert in South Korea amid controversy
Kanye West’s (hereafter ‘YE’) first solo concert in South Korea has been canceled. The concert organizer, Coupang Play, announced on…
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The Evolution of Pyongyang: A Journey Through History, Economy, and Political Dynamics
in HistoryIntroduction to Pyongyang Pyongyang, the capital city of North Korea, serves as a prominent symbol of the nation’s history and…
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The Journey of Korean Immigrants: Celebrating Korean American Day
in HistoryIntroduction to Korean Immigration The history of Korean immigration is marked by significant waves of migration driven by various socio-economic…
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Ruthless Politics of South Korea Is Rooted in Cold-War History
in NewsProtesters calling for the ouster of President Yoon Suk Yeol celebrate news of his impeachment in Seoul. Photo: Anthony Wallace/Agence…
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Kim Jong Un’s Message to Trump: We’re Not Interested
in NewsNorth Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang on Thursday, in a photo provided by the country’s state news agency. Photo: KCNA/AFP/Getty…
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The Influence of China and Japan in Modern Korean History
in HistoryIntroduction The Korean Peninsula, situated at the northeastern edge of the Asian continent, has historically occupied a pivotal geographic position…
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Japanese colonial masters were told to ‘love’ their Korean subjects by punching them ‘Bam!’ with an ‘iron fist’ if they became ‘unsteady and unfocused’ during their rigorous training to cultivate the ‘Japanese Spirit’ (Sasakawa’s remarks, Seoul 1943)
in CommunityDuring World War II, in colonial Korea, guest speakers from mainland Japan frequently visited to give speeches aimed at boosting…
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Song Reviews:: 2024 November 18 – November 20
in CommunityBTOB announced the release date of their next single! Yay! It’s a bright spot in my world, and I thought…
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Someone’s great uncle’s “blood chit” from fighting in WWII
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From War to Miracles: The Evolution of South Korea Amidst Global Struggles
in HistoryThe End of the Korean War: A Historical Overview The Korean War, which began in 1950, was a significant conflict…
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The Japanese Occupation of Korea: A Struggle for Independence and the Korean War
in HistoryIntroduction to the Japanese Occupation The Japanese occupation of Korea, spanning from 1910 to 1945, was a critical period that…
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SK Innovation’s Ulsan plant goes smarter with AI, robot dog, AR tech
Boston Dynamics’ robot dog Spot patrols to check operation safety at SK Innovation’s Ulsan Complex (CLX) ULSAN, South Gyeongsang Province…
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A Historical Diplomacy: Korea’s Relationship with Global Superpowers
in HistoryIntroduction: The Geopolitical Significance of Korea Korea’s geographical location in East Asia has rendered it a pivotal player in the…
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