Teacher exchange brings Asia closer together A group of teachers from across Asia are teaching Korean students about their home countries. Similarly, a group of Korean teachers are also introducing classrooms across Asia to Korean society and history. Both groups of teachers are participants in the 2014 Asia-Pacific Teacher Exchange for Global Education,…
Incheon Asian Games seen through numbers The 2014 Incheon Asian Games have much to do with the numbers three, six and nine. Korea.net would like to take a closer look at the games’ 16-day official run, from the opening ceremony on September 19 through to the closing ceremony on October 4, as seen…
Korean crafts set to mesmerize London, Hangzhou The beauty of traditional Korean crafts has caught the attention of the world once again. An exhibit held at the Triennale di Milano, a design museum in Milan, Italy, in April recently opened again at the Tent London design trade show, part of the London Design…
Korea shows that men, too, can be pretty Beauty and grooming are often seen as the domain of women, but Korea has a bit more gender equality when it comes to looking good. The country is currently the world’s largest market for men’s skincare, leading in global sales of men’s cosmetics. Male cosmetics…
Asian Games kick off in Incheon The Incheon Asian Games 2014, one of the biggest sporting events on the continent of Asia, kicked off its 16-day run on September 19, with a spectacular opening ceremony at the Incheon Asiad Main Stadium. Under the theme of “Diversity Shines Here,” the sporting festival for all…
Asian Games torch lights up Seoul One of the torch bearers runs along Sejongdae-ro with Gwanghwamun as a backdrop, in Seoul on September 16. The torch for the Incheon Asian Games 2014 arrived in Seoul on September 16, three days ahead of the games’ opening ceremony. The torch relay crossed 17 Korean provinces…
North Korean athletes arrive for Incheon Asian Games The second group of North Korean athletes competing in this year’s Asian Games in Incheon arrived in South Korea on September 16. The delegation, including officials and 87 athletes, flew on Air Koryo from Pyongyang to Incheon International Airport. They later arrived at the official…
New submarine Internet cable connects 9 Asian nations The upcoming construction of new underwater Internet cables will connect nine nations and regions across East Asia, covering Korea, China, Japan, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Vietnam, Singapore, Thailand and Malaysia. The new undersea cable system will help to accelerate Internet connection speeds across the region, making…
Korean Cosmetics & Skincare Guide 101 Korean cosmetics and skin care are arguably among the most sophisticated in the world. International fashion magazine, Marie Claire, claims that South Korea is about 12 years ahead compared to the US when it comes to skin care technology. Yes, they’re that advanced! That is why Korean…
Cultural events plentiful for Chuseok holiday A variety of cultural events across the country await sightseers during the upcoming Chuseok holiday. Throughout the extra-long weekend stretching from Saturday, September 6 until Wednesday, September 10, national museums and galleries, ancient royal palaces and tombs and the Joseon Dynasty’s (1392-1910) Jongmyo Shrine will all be open…
