Work cultures reflect the social and economic history of a country as much as its individual styles and characteristics. Understanding each country’s unique culture is beneficial to the growth and success of international firms when entering the market. However, due to globalization and the increasi
The world is facing a common problem, as the climate crisis increasingly leads to catastrophes across the globe. Deadly floods, wildfires, droughts, and prolonged heatwaves in numerous regions highlight an unfolding global emergency that demands immediate action. As global temperatures rise and gree
Dutch social psychologist Geert Hofstede introduced the concept of “Power Distance” as part of his cultural dimensions theory. Power distance is the extent to which the less powerful members of organizations and institutions accept and expect that power is distributed unequally. This dynamic can be
Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 47th president of the United States on January, marking one of the most momentous comebacks in U.S. political history. The hindrances that Trump defied in the election campaign, like assassination attempts and criminal charges, foreshadow uncertainties in his seco
As the world grapples with its ongoing climate crisis, leaders around the world are endeavoring to navigate this storm with more refined energy policies, particularly concerning nuclear power. Atomic technologies are at the heart of many efforts to achieve sustainable development during the climate
As cryptocurrencies have become popular over the past few years and the size of the cryptocurrency market is constantly growing, governments around the world face challenges and opportunities related to the management and regulation of crypto assets. In response, each country’s cryptocurrency polici
The “Satori Generation,” the “Tang Ping,” the “Doomer,” and the “Generation Sacrifice.” These expressions refer to the depressed youth generations of each of the following countries: Japan, China, the United States, and France. Youths all around the world are depressed because of higher unemployment
On Oct. 7, 2023, the Israel-Hamas War began when the Palestinian militant group Hamas launched a massive surprise assault in and around the Gaza Strip. Most media outlets and think tanks, a group of experts, concluded that Hamas initiated the war to sever the path toward normalization between Saudi
Beginning with the recent drug-related incidents involving celebrities, there are growing concerns about the drug problem in South Korea, once called a "drug-free country." It can no longer continue its reputation as the issue has also spread to the public. The seriousness of this drug abuse is not
A strike is when workers withhold their labor to bargain with their employers over fair pay and working conditions. In Korea, this year, teachers are planning a strike for better teacher’s authority, Pusan National University Hospital workers went on strike for changing to a permanent position, and
The Netflix sensation Korean drama, “The Glory” has shed light and caused global discourse on school bullying. When it was revealed that aspects of the series, such as the bullies burning a classmate with a hair curler, were drawn from real bullying cases in South Korea, the whole world was in shock
The current global economic downturn is characterized by volatility and uncertainty. Global inflation is one of the most apparent factors that plagues nations across the world, paralyzing the global economic system and impacting each country and eventually, the lives of its people. The key factors f
Found in major cities all over the world including Berlin, New York, and Seoul, the Climate Clock shows the estimated time left before the average temperature of the Earth approaches an increase of 1.5 degrees Celsius. Recently, the clock that increased to more than "seven years" after the COVID-19
Since the start of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on February 24, the Ukrainian government has claimed that at least 20,000 civilians including children have been killed. The people of Russia are also suffering economically from the war in Ukraine. Countries have been imposing a series of financial sa
South Korea has the lowest percentage of the National Assembly under the age of 40 in major countries in the world, according to the Inter-Parliamentary Union’s data. The highest countries were the following three countries – Denmark, Finland, and Sweden. Every country has its own different situatio
How many refugees are around the world and where will they go? As of the end of 2020, approximately 82.4 million people around the world were forcibly displaced due to many causes such as persecution, conflict and violence, according to the statistics released by UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency. Among
Last month, the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and Paralympics were held one year late because of the COVID-19 situation. It provided enjoyment and hope to people all over the world, who have dealt with the “pandemic fatigue” because the coronavirus continues to spread. But, the number of coronavirus infection
This year marks the 41st anniversary of the May 18 Democratic Uprising whereby citizens stood up against the armed martial law forces in Gwangju. The uprising, also known as the May 18 Democratization Movement (May 18), became one of cornerstones of democracy in Korea and has impacted democratic mov
Modern society is changing at high speed. New ideals come as a new generation comes. One of these changing ideals is the definition of family. Current family laws in Korea define family as a social fundamental unit composed by heterosexual marriage, blood ties, and adoption. However, as the new gene
Modern society is constantly evolving. With every generation comes new ideals and boundaries to ensure every person can live their best life from beginning to end. One of these changing aspects is how parents discipline their children. What was acceptable fifty or even twenty years ago is not necess
