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  Rising Number of Koreans Say “No” To Marriage
  This most recent survey reflects the changing attitudes of average Koreans on the institution of marriage. Many netizens cite economic difficulty for the change.
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  20% of Teachers in Korea Regret Choosing Their Profession
  An OECD survey shows that Korean teachers rank highest among the OECD countries in job dissatisfaction, and lack of self-esteem.
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  Park Govt Floundering Amid Pledge to Increase Welfare Benefits
  President Park is embroiled in a controversy over her campaign pledge to increase welfare without raising taxes, as officials and citizens question the reality.
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  Teacher Convicted for Bullying Mixed-Raced Student
  A teacher in Suwon was fined 3 million won for bullying a mixed-raced student. Netizens believe this was too weak, and teachers who bully students should be fired.
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  Deliveries Not Allowed in Korean Apartments
  Korean apartments are blocking delivery vehicles from entering the complex to drop off parcels, citing safety concerns and decrease in housing values.
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  Korean Government Wants to Ban Smoking on Sidewalks
  The Korean government is revising a law to ban smoking on sidewalks across Seoul to prevent secondhand smoke exposure.
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  Netizens Discuss Social Stigma Against Online Community Ilbe
  Netizens and conservatives discuss the stigma against Ilbe that has steadily become worse as Ilbe consistently gets negative press online.
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  A Korean Teenager’s Disappearance In Turkey ISIS Related
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  Fire in Seoul Suburb Kills 4, Residents Blame Firefighters
  In the aftermath of a recent fire in northern Seoul suburb Uijeongbu, firefighters receive no gratitude as a rescue helicopter is blamed for fueling the flames.
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  Chinese Study Shows Korean Girls Blinded By Money Over Safety
  Korean internet is abuzz over experiment by Chinese internet broadcaster showing Korean girls accepting rides from total strangers driving luxury cars.
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  Korean Supreme Court Overturns Sexual Harassment Ruling
  The Supreme Court has overturned a sexual harassment conviction, saying the situation was not severe enough. Netizens disagree with the justice's decision.
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  On Ban, “Democracy Is Destroyed” Says Pro-NK Party Leader
  The NK-friendly United Progressive Party was ordered to disband by Korea's constitutional court. The court cited anti-democratic principals of the party.
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  “Elite” Preschools in Korea Pave Path for Future Success
  Korean parents are choosing to send kids to "elite" preschools with higher tuition rates than college to set them on the path to success; Korean netizen reactions.
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  Korean Air Fails to Silence Witness of Cho’s Nut Rage
  Korean Air failed miserably in their attempts to silence the only passenger to witness Cho's "nut rage," since all they gave her was a model airplane and calendar.
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  “War” In Sinchon: New Dorms vs. Off-Campus Housing
  All over Seoul, off-campus university towns are at risk due to new dormitory construction. Residents fight back, but students largely support new dorms.
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  Korean Air Executive Mired In Nut Scandal
  Korean Air's former vice president Cho Hyun-ah mired in scandal and criticism after delaying a flight out of New York, and violating aviation safety protocol.
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  Miss Myanmar Forced into Sexual Favors for Rich Korean Men
  2014 Miss Asia Pacific World winner Miss Myanmar previously claimed she was forced to do sexual favors. Further investigation showed her claim was accurate.
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