[HanCinema's Digest] Culture Corner

Published on 2015/04/18

How to master Korean cuteness, clashes at the Sewol sinking anniversary, and remember to celebrate Black Day in Korea (if you're single and you know it)!

"Clashes, pepper spray at rally for South Korea ferry disaster"

This past Thursday marked the first anniversary of the Sewol ferry disaster that claimed 304 lives. The rally reportedly drew close to 10,000 people, but was also spoilt by clashes with police.

...READ ON THE STRAIT TIMES: http://www.straitstimes.com/news/asia/east-asia/story/grief-and-anger-s-korea-marks-ferry-disaster-anniversary-20150416

"The Seven Levels of Korean Aegyo"

Love it or hate it, Korean culture can sometimes be cute and even confusing. The Korean aegyo (애교) are acts of almost inappropriate cuteness when (mostly) women want to "try and flirt with or impress somebody, or to get something that you want".

...READ ON 90 DAY KOREAN: https://www.90daykorean.com/korean-aegyo/

"Happy Black Day: Korea's Single Awareness Day"

Single in Korea? No worries, there's a day and dish for that!

...READ ON AUDREY MAGAZINE: http://audreymagazine.com/happy-black-day-koreas-single-awareness-day/