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In today's multicultural era, let's explore the topic of 'immigration.' Join us as we look into Korea's immigration history from the Three Kingdoms period to the present day, along with related laws and policies!

In celebration of Hangeul Day, today we take a look at Korean typewriters and keyboards. Let's explore the invention and evolution of the Hangeul keyboard, along with the history and features of various input systems such as Dubeolsik (2-set) and Sebeolsik (3-set)!

Today, we’re tuning into a classic audio medium: radio. We’ll trace the key milestones of radio and broadcasting from its very invention to the present day, and reflect on the future and role of radio in this smart media era.

In celebration of the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, today we’re taking a closer look at the Asian Games. We’ll explore the differences between the Asian Games and the Olympics, dive into the key milestones of its history, and look back at the unforgettable 1986 Seoul Asian Games.

Today, we’re diving into the ever-evolving world of Korean neologisms—slang born out of modern culture! From viral buzzwords like Yeong-keu-keu, Bamti, Gam-da-sal, and Neu-jo, we'll explore the slang that started in online communities and social media before making their way into everyday conversation. Let's break them down together!

Today, we look into the "fertility rate," a vital metric that determines a nation's survival and sustainability. We will explore the causes behind the recent global decline in fertility rates, and examine South Korea's demographic policies across different eras alongside its low birth rate issue.

Today, we're taking a closer look at baseball —a sport expected to draw over 10 million fans for the third consecutive year! We'll trace the history and growth of Korean baseball, while exploring KBO's unique fan culture, from stadium street food to iconic crowd chants.

Today, we’re taking a closer look at 'money'—the very medium of economic exchange. We’ll explore South Koreans' values and attitudes toward money, trace the history of currency, and look at how investment culture has evolved over time.

Today, we'll take a look at gwishin (ghosts) that appear in folktales and folk beliefs. We’ll explore why ghost stories become popular in the summer, and examine the different types of ghosts and their backgrounds in representative Korean urban legends!

Today, we're going to explore 'Romanization' —a system designed to make international communication and looking up information much easier! We'll touch on its key features and history, and take a look at why the official Korean Romanization system became so well-established in Korea.

Today, we’re shining a spotlight on Korea’s iconic folk song, 'Arirang.' We’ll uncover the meaning and cultural significance of 'Arirang', and trace its incredible journey through history— from the very first document to mention 'Arirang' back in 1756, all the way to BTS's massive 5th studio album, ARIRANG!

In honor of the 48th Session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, which is taking place in Busan from July 19th to the 29th, today we’re diving into UNESCO World Heritage Sites! We’ll discover some of the world's most popular heritage sites and explore South Korea's very own treasures, including Gyeongju's Bulguksa Temple, Jeju's Seongsan Ilchulbong, the Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, and Andong Hahoe Folk Village.

Today, we’re looking into 'Konglish'—English expressions that have been uniquely adapted into Korean. Let’s explore this fascinating linguistic phenomenon, which reflects both Korean society and global trends, through various Konglish expressions we use every day!