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The implementation of a revised ordinance targeting public indecency in South Korea has ignited a global debate regarding civil liberties, cultural expression, and the role of government in regulating personal attire. On March 22, 2013, the South Korean government, under the newly inaugurated administration of President Park Geun-hye, enacted an amendment to the Minor Offenses ... Read more

On March 22, 2013, an amendment to South Korea’s Minor Offenses Act officially went into effect, sparking an international media firestorm that characterized the nation’s first female presidency as a return to mid-century authoritarianism. The law, which was approved during a cabinet meeting presided over by newly-inaugurated President Park Geun-hye on March 11, introduced a ... Read more

A recent online controversy surrounding TWS member Dohoon has swiftly brought into sharp focus the pervasive issues of online misinformation, cyberbullying, and body shaming within the K-Pop landscape, while simultaneously showcasing the formidable power of dedicated fan communities in defending artists and fellow supporters. The incident, which unfolded rapidly on social media platforms, began with ... Read more