Author: The Korea Times
A Chinese man’s tragic death at a Seoul immigration facility has sparked a lawsuit against the government, alleging negligence and lack of medical attention. The family seeks compensation for the preventable loss. Migrant rights activists decry inhumane conditions at South Korea’s detention centers, where basic needs are ignored. Duroo, advocating for the deceased’s family, demands justice for the man who died due to medical neglect. The man died of untreated peritonitis and a liver abscess, despite repeatedly requesting medical help. His wife highlights the officials’ negligence, emphasizing the urgent need for accountability. The government’s failure to meet basic health standards…
By Yi Whan-woo Kim Young-joon, 30, is caught in a cycle of bickering with his parents due to unemployment and financial insecurity despite holding a master’s degree. He represents the “kangaroo tribe,” a term used for two-thirds of South Koreans aged 25 to 34 who are economically dependent on their parents. A jobseeker looks at notices while searching for employment at a jobs fair in South Korea. Photo: AFP The issue of economic dependency among young adults has grown in South Korea, with 66% of those aged 25 to 34 belonging to this group in 2020, up from previous years.…
The scandal involving Kim Ho-joong continues to escalate as accusations of evidence tampering and aiding a criminal surface. Petitions demanding his permanent ban from the music industry have gained momentum amidst public outrage. Despite this, Kim plans to proceed with his scheduled performances in Seoul, sparking further controversy. Multiple petitions on the KBS viewer petition board call for Kim’s removal from broadcasts, with two petitions already surpassing the required signatures. The initial petitioner expressed anger at Kim’s lack of remorse and urged KBS to take action. Another petitioner highlighted the negative influence Kim has on the public. Kim’s appearance at…