Seoul is rolling out English-labeled taxi receipts to make rides clearer and safer for foreign visitors. Until now, receipts were issued only in Korean, making it difficult for tourists to understand base fares, late-night surcharges, or extra fees.
2025’s Korean college entrance exam (su-neung) sparked controversy when the English section turned out to be far harder than expected. It was last offered on November 13, 2025 and takes the entire day. Although English is graded on an absolute scale, the test included abstract passages and complex logic, leaving many students overwhelmed.
In South Korea, a new Gen Z trend is quietly roasting people in their early 40s. Nicknamed “Young 40,” it refers to adults who dress trendy, follow youth slang, and try to stay culturally relevant online. On social media, Gen Z users post memes and AI images exaggerating this look—oversized streetwear, expensive sneakers, and forced “cool” poses. Take a look at this viral illustration of the young 40 look.
South Korea is rapidly moving toward a wallet-free future with the nationwide expansion of the Mobile Resident ID. This government-issued digital ID now works for identity verification at airports, banks, hospitals, convenience stores, and even age-restricted purchases.
Korean homes stay warm from the ground up. Instead of heating air, floors are heated, keeping feet and bodies comfortable during long winters. People sit, eat, and even sleep on the floor, so warmth from below feels natural. This system is quiet, evenly heats rooms, and avoids dry air.
If you visit Korea in January, you’ll notice that almost everyone is wearing a long padded coat. On the subway, at cafes, even indoors, padding coats are everywhere. Korea’s winters are cold and windy, and people rely on public transportation and walking.
2026 is the Year of the (Red) Fire Horse. 丙午年 Fire Horse years are known for intense energy, bold movement, and a strong desire for independence. The Horse symbolizes freedom, speed, and confidence, while Fire adds passion, ambition, and dramatic change.
Tuesday February 17, 2025 is Lunar New Year’s Day.
