CategoryK-culture

This article discusses the lack of scientific disprovability of the theoretical foundations of Chinese medicine, the Yin Yang Five Elements and meridian theory, and whether Chinese medicine based on these theories meets the standards of modern science or is unscientific.   The dictionary definition of science is “systematic knowledge aimed at the discovery of universal truths or laws.” In a...

Since the Korean War, South Korea has experienced radical technological advancements, but the high-profile accidents that have occurred highlight the importance of ethical responsibility in technology. When considering the impact of technology on society, engineers and companies must prioritize public safety and social values rather than simply pursuing profit.   Since the Korean War, South...

The shutdown was implemented to protect youth, but its effectiveness has been questioned and controversial due to regulatory loopholes, human rights violations, and unfair regulation of the gaming industry. The system needs to change if it is to fulfill its original purpose of protecting youth.   When you think of Cinderella, you think of the glass slipper and the pumpkin carriage, but...

In 2015, a decision by the South Korean Constitutional Court abolished adultery, which can be seen as a result of a shift in South Korean society toward respect for personal privacy and freedom. Unlike in the past, adultery is no longer heavily penalized in South Korean society, and changing attitudes toward marriage and sexuality have also made it difficult for adultery to survive.   On...

Koreans have a high rate of vitamin D deficiency due to indoor living and sunscreen use. It is important to understand the importance of vitamin D and the health problems that can occur when it is deficient, and to ensure that you are getting enough vitamin D through sun exposure, food, and supplements.   Vitamins are essential nutrients that regulate metabolism and physiological functions...

This article explores the question of why so many people follow self-proclaimed gods and whether the Korean church is fulfilling its obligations as a child of God, and discusses the criteria for distinguishing the real from the fake.   There are many people in South Korea who claim to be God, Jesus, or even David. There are many people who claim to be these special people or to be God. Often...

In an era of increased life expectancy and real-time health data monitoring, we explore whether South Korea can innovate in healthcare by protecting privacy and strengthening its big data analytics capabilities, and how the government and private sector can work together to address the challenges.   Imagine the following. Life expectancy for all humans has now surpassed 100 years. You wake...

This article addresses the issue of freedom of expression being suppressed in South Korea in the name of public interest and the state, and discusses how freedom of expression, a fundamental right in a democracy, should be protected.   Everyone has the right to freedom of expression. However, in recent years, it seems that freedom of expression has been suppressed on the grounds that it may...