Learn Korean with News: Digital Detox - Giving Your Brain a Break Hello, Korean learners! It's Soona. How many hours a day do you spend looking at your smartphone or computer screen? In modern society, we are constantly bombarded with endless notifications, emails, and social media updates. Because of this, a new lifestyle trend is gaining massive popularity in Korea: '디지털 디톡스' (Digital Detox). Many Koreans are consciously choosing to log out of the digital world to rest thei

Learn Korean with News: Korean Cafe Culture - Iced Americanos & 'Cagongjok' Hello, Korean learners! It's Soona. If you've ever visited Korea, you might have noticed something incredible: there is a cafe on almost every corner! Korea's cafe culture is truly on another level. For many Koreans, drinking an '아아' (A-Ah: abbreviation for Iced Americano) right after lunch is an absolute daily ritual to chase away the afternoon fatigue. But cafes in Korea aren't just for drinking cof

Learn Korean with News: Korea's 4 Major Public Insurances - Essential Knowledge for Workers Hello, Korean learners! It's Soona. If you are planning to work in Korea, whether as a part-timer or a full-time employee, there is one crucial system you absolutely must understand: '4대보험' (The 4 Major Public Insurances). Many foreigners get surprised when they receive their first paycheck in Korea because the amount is smaller than they expected! This is because insurance premiums ar

Learn Korean with News: Korean Fall Festivals - Fireworks, Lanterns, and Pink Muhly Hello, Korean learners! It's Soona. If you ever plan to visit Korea, autumn is arguably the most magical season to do so. The weather is crisp, the leaves turn stunning shades of red and yellow, and most importantly, it is the season of '축제' (Festivals)! From October to November, every region in Korea hosts unique and spectacular festivals. The most famous one is the 'Seoul International Firew

Learn Korean with News: Fall Outdoor Activities in Korea - Glamping, Hiking & Hot Springs Hello, Korean learners! It's Soona. As the sweltering heat of summer fades away, Korea transforms into a colorful paradise with cool breezes and clear blue skies. Fall is widely considered the absolute best season for outdoor activities in Korea! During this time, you will see crowds of hikers with colorful backpacks heading to famous national parks to enjoy the stunning '단풍' (autumn fol

Learn Korean with News: Korean Subway Culture - Priority Seats & Pregnant Women's Seats Hello, Korean learners! It's Soona. If you have ever taken a subway or bus in Korea, you might have noticed a very interesting and heartwarming phenomenon. Even during rush hour, when the train is incredibly packed and everyone is tired, there are certain seats at the ends of the train cars that almost always remain completely empty. Why is that? These are the '노약자석' (Priority Seating for