Pilkocospharm Co., Ltd. Signs MOU with Gyeongbuk Silkworm & Insect Business Center for Joint Development of Next-Generation Bio-Fillers Pilkocospharm Co., Ltd. (CEO Jung Hoon-cheol) is partnering with the Gyeongbuk Silk & Insect Business Center to embark on the development of next-generation bio-fillers. On June 12, the two organizations signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the Silkworm & Insect Business Center in Sangju, Gyeongbuk, agreeing to collaborate on the development of dermal fillers using insect-derived biological resources, including silkworm cocoons. This agree
Yeon-sung Elementary School Participated Eco-Cultural Festival for Environment Day On June 12 (Thursday), a large-scale eco-cultural event was held to celebrate Environment Day, jointly organized by the Incheon Metropolitan Office of Education, Incheon Environmental Corporation, and the Incheon Science and Culture Base Center. The festival brought together approximately 1,000 participants, including students, faculty, citizens, and environmental organizations. The event featured a variety of programs such as a children’s painting contest, performances, environmental education booths, and envir
Sophia Lee – Grade 7, Cedar Hills Middle School Hello, I’m Sophia Lee from Cedar Hills Middle School. I love reading mystery novels and listening to podcasts about true stories. I joined the Junior English Journalists because I want to write articles that are thoughtful and help people see things differently. I want to write about nature, the environment, and young people’s ideas for change. My dream is to become an environmental journalist who works for National Geographic.
The Pen Is Mightier Than the Sword"The pen is mightier than the sword." — Edward Bulwer-Lytton (1839) ️ Origin and Historical BackgroundThis famous proverb was coined by Edward Bulwer-Lytton, an English author and politician, in his 1839 play Richelieu; Or the Conspiracy. In the play, Cardinal Richelieu, a clergyman and statesman, utters the line: "Beneath the rule of men entirely great,The pen is mightier than the sword." The expression quickly gained popularity, emphasizing the power of communication, writing, and ideas over violence and physical force. But the idea predates Bulwer-Lytton. E
Tell Me and I Forget. Teach Me and I Remember. Involve Me and I Learn. Origin and HistoryThis widely quoted proverb is often attributed to Benjamin Franklin, though its roots may go deeper, possibly influenced by Confucian philosophy or earlier oral traditions. The exact source is debated, but the core idea—that active involvement deepens understanding—has long been central to effective education methods across cultures. Confucius once said, "I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand."—a sentiment nearly identical in spirit. Whether East or West, the wisdom remains unive
Emily Kim – Grade 5, Brightstone Elementary School Hi! I’m Emily Kim from Brightstone Elementary. I love drawing, especially animals and funny cartoons. Every weekend, I make little comic books at home. I joined the Junior English Journalists because I want to share fun stories about school life and maybe even create some comics for our articles. I hope I can interview students and draw pictures that match their stories. My big dream is to become a famous cartoonist who publishes books in many languages.
"Don’t Put Off Until Tomorrow What You Can Do Today"(Also known unofficially as: “Procrastination’s Worst Enemy”) ️ Origin and Historical EchoesThis proverb is often attributed to Benjamin Franklin, that marvelously multitasking Founding Father who, when not inventing bifocals or taming lightning, dispensed practical wisdom in Poor Richard’s Almanack. However, its sentiment predates Franklin, echoing back to Latin maxims like “Carpe diem” (Seize the day) and even to Hesiod, who cautioned against idle delay in ancient Greek literature. It’s a timeless commandment in the temple of productivity—a
Daniel Park – Grade 6, Maple Creek Elementary School Hello! My name is Daniel Park, and I go to Maple Creek Elementary. I’m really into soccer, and I like watching sports news and documentaries with my dad. I decided to become a Junior English Journalist because I want to report on school sports events and write about things happening around us in English. I hope I can learn how to write like a real reporter! My dream is to become a sports announcer who travels the world to cover big games.
On the 9th, President Lee Jae-myung convened the second meeting of the Emergency Economic Inspection Task Force (TF), calling for urgent and practical measures to address the continued burden of inflation on the Korean public. "Increasing prices are placing too much pain on our people," President Lee stated firmly during the session. "We must swiftly grasp the current situation and actively pursue all possible countermeasures." The President stressed that government response must be accelerated and empowered, noting that in future meetings, key working-level officials such as deputy ministers,
Jayden Lee – Grade 6, Riverfield Elementary School Hi! I’m Jayden Lee, and I go to Riverfield Elementary. I like building robots with LEGO and learning about machines. I joined the Junior English Journalists because I want to write about science and technology in simple, fun ways. I’m excited to write about cool inventions and maybe even do some science experiments to report on. My dream is to become an inventor or engineer who helps make the future better.