politics
Culture
The Intersection of K-pop and National Politics The Case of Girls Day and South Koreas First Female President
The transition of power in the Republic of Korea between 2012 and 2013 marked a significant turning point in the nation’s democratic history. On December 19, 2012, Park Geun-hye, representing the conservative New Frontier Party (Saenuri Party), secured a narrow victory in the presidential election, garnering 51.6% of the vote. Her inauguration in February 2013 ... Read more
April 5, 2026
Fashion & Style
The Politics of Soft Armor: FANG.NYC Explores Hope and Unity Through Contrasting Silhouettes at NYFW Fall/Winter 2026
The fashion world convened once again for New York Fashion Week (NYFW), and amidst the vibrant tapestry of design, FANG.NYC, under the creative direction of Fang Guo, presented its highly anticipated Fall/Winter 2026 collection titled "The Politics of Soft Armor." Unveiled on February 10th, the collection marked FANG.NYC’s significant return to the NYFW calendar, showcasing ... Read more
March 29, 2026
Culture
Girl’s Day and the Intersection of K-pop and Politics: An Analysis of Female President and the Era of Park Geun-hye
The political and cultural landscape of South Korea underwent a significant transformation between 2012 and 2013, marked primarily by the election of Park Geun-hye as the nation’s first female president. Park, a veteran representative of the conservative Saenuri Party (formerly the Grand National Party and now succeeded by the People Power Party), secured a narrow ... Read more
March 27, 2026