I remember the news reports when the Sewol Ferry sank. I hope that this recovery effort will bring some closure to the families.
- The Park Geun-hye saga: “Lotte duty-free CEO quizzed over corruption scandal involving ousted President,” “SK chairman grilled over bribery,” “Former President Park Geun-hye‘s grilling by the prosecution,” “In 14 hours of questioning, Park Geun-hye vehemently denies charges,” “Park Geun-hye faces likelihood of heavy sentence for bribery charges,” “Park could face up to 45 years in prison,” “Prosecutors Likely to Indict Park Before Election Campaigns to Minimize Impact on the Presidential Election,” and “Prosecutors to decide next week whether to arrest Park Geun-hye,”
- Lifting the Sewol Ferry: “Final preparations underway to lift sunken Sewol ferry,” “Salvage operators raise Sewol ferry,” “Sunken ferry Sewol emerges from water,” “Sewol emerges from water after 1073 days,” “Joy and anger as Sewol surfaces,” “Salvage operation procedure,” “Sewol ferry towed toward semi-submersible ship,” “Sewol ferry safely placed on semisubmersible ship,” and “Sewol being towed to port; arrival in Mokpo expected Wednesday.”
- “What ‘Progressive’ Means in South Korea.” A reminder that other countries’ political spectrums are different from my own. (In this case, one heavy distinguishing feature is their stance toward North Korea.)
- “‘Cosmetic Surgery Loans’ Sustain the Sex Industry of Korea.” Well, this isn’t unsettling or anything.
- “Naver, South Korea’s Biggest Internet Company, Has Its First Female CEO.” Her name is Han Seong-sook.
- “In Korea, Where Our Mothers Lose Their Names.” Hahna Yoon discusses her mother’s decision to use her own name and not being addressed as “Hahna’s mother.”
- “‘Strong Woman Do Bong Soon’ Breaks JTBC Drama Ratings Record.” Congratulations to the cast and crew.
- “Running Man’s Haha and K-pop star Byul welcome their second son.” Awww, congrats!
- “‘Defendant’ Finishes Strong With Its Highest Ratings Ever.” They hit 28.3%.
- “Cast And Crew Of ‘Chief Kim’ In Talks For A Reward Vacation” and “‘Defendant’ Cast And Crew To Go On Reward Vacation.” I wish my job gave us reward vacations for accomplishing awesome things.
- “tvN’s “Drinking Solo” Secures New PD And Reveals Plans For Upcoming Second Season.” The writer will be the same.
- “‘School 2017’ Begins Countdown To Premiere With Cast Auditions.” The drama is tentatively scheduled for July.
- “Yeon Woo Jin And Park Min Young To Star In New Romantic Period Drama.” If she was only on the throne for seven days, I’m thinking this is going to be a tragedy. Sign me up.
- “The reason why Gu Hye Sun dropped out of You Are Too Much will break your heart.” A severe allergic reaction that needs rest and long-term treatment.