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.
A Little Knowledge Is a Dangerous Thing Origin and HistoryThis proverb originates from the English poet Alexander Pope, who wrote in his 1709 Essay on Criticism: “A little learning is a dang’rous thing;Drink deep, or taste not the Pierian spring.” The “Pierian spring” symbolizes the source of knowledge in Greek mythology. Pope’s warning was that superficial knowledge without deeper understanding can lead to overconfidence and mistakes. MeaningThe proverb highlights that: Knowing only part of a subject can lead to false confidence. Without full understanding, one may make poor decisions, a
In recent years, South Korea has been known for its thriving coffee culture. Cafés fill the streets of every city, from major franchises to small independent shops. With a high demand for coffee and a growing café-loving population, opening a coffee shop once seemed like a smart business decision. However, what was once viewed as a golden opportunity has now become a harsh reality for many owners. Due to overcompetition and market saturation, coffee shops are closing down at an alarming rate — a silent crisis hiding behind the aroma of espresso. South Korea ranks among the top countries in cof
The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA) will launch the Integrated Health Hazard Information System on May 30, which will provide high-quality health hazard information operated by domestic government agencies and international organizations. Recently, with the increase in non-infectious health hazards such as liquid electronic cigarettes and humidifier sterilizers, public interest and demand for information on various types of hazards have been increasing. However, relevant information is scattered across different government ministries, making it difficult for the public to ac
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,
In a country renowned for its fierce academic competition, South Korean teachers now face escalating risks—not solely from the pressures of high-stakes exams, but from a growing wave of verbal abuse, threats, and even violence by parents and students. This troubling trend is triggering a surge in teacher resignations and mental health crises, shaking the foundations of public education. Rising Resignations and Reports of AbuseRecent data paints a stark picture: Nearly 589 teachers with less than five years of experience left the profession between March 2022 and April 2023—a nearly twofold i
Kang Ha-neul and Ko Min-si race toward their final story amid a fierce storm. Genie TV Original ‘Your Taste’ (Produced by KT Studio Genie, Shortcake, Creator Han Jun-hee, Screenplay by Jung Soo-yoon, Directed by Park Dan-hee) has captivated audiences by portraying the lives of young adults who work hard and love passionately in a simple yet flavorful way, featuring Kang Haneul (as Han Beom-woo) and Go Min-si (as Mo Yeon-ju). Riding this momentum, “Your Taste” continues to gain popularity worldwide, not only in weekly viewership ratings but also on domestic OTT platforms. It has ranked in the t
The Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs announced that it will hold a “UN War Veterans' Descendants Exchange Camp” from the 6th to the 12th in Seoul, Busan, Pyeongtaek, and other locations for six nights and seven days to pass on the bonds formed through the Korean War and UN participation to future generations. The UN Participating Nations' Descendants Exchange Camp, which began in 2009 and is now in its 16th year, has expanded its participation this year to include domestic and international university students, with over 50 students from the Ivy League in the United States, descendant