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Alex Meyer

@suncheonalex.bsky.social

Owner of Chicago English Academy, Jori-campus & Wangji-campus. I'm here to spread news from South Korea πŸ‡°πŸ‡·.

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Detention warrant issued for Yoon over martial law, 1st issuance for sitting president A Seoul court on Tuesday issued a warrant to detain impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol over his botched martial law imposition, making him the first sitting South Korean president to face arrest.

m.koreatimes.co.kr/pages/articl... pursuit of justice is admirable, but frequent impeachments and imprisonments of presidents risk undermining progress. Leaders should focus on uniting the nation and shaping the future, not settling past scores. Let’s prioritize collaboration over revenge.

31.12.2024 02:59 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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179 killed in Muan airport plane crash, 2 rescued A total of 179 people were killed in a Jeju Air plane crash at Muan International Airport in Muan, South Jeolla Province, Sunday.

m.koreatimes.co.kr/pages/articl... 2024 has tested Korea, political strife, two impeachments, and a tragic plane crash in South Jeollanam-do. Yet this land grieves as one, celebrates as one. After 15 years here, I know Korea’s spirit endures. In 2025, it will rise stronger, united, and shining.

30.12.2024 03:45 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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ν†΅μΉ˜λŠ” 정당성이 ν•΅μ‹¬μž…λ‹ˆλ‹€. 정당성을 μžƒμœΌλ©΄, μš°λ¦¬λŠ” 잘λͺ»μ„ λ°”λ‘œμž‘μ§€ λͺ»ν•˜λŠ” κ΅­κ°€λ‘œ 보일 μœ„ν—˜μ— μ²˜ν•˜κ²Œ λ©λ‹ˆλ‹€. 졜고 ꢌλ ₯측의 λΆ€μ •ν–‰μœ„λ₯Ό λ°©μΉ˜ν•˜λŠ” 것은 ν•œκ΅­μ˜ 민주주의 원칙에 λŒ€ν•œ ν—Œμ‹ μ„ μ˜μ‹¬λ°›κ²Œ ν•˜κ³ , ꡭ가적 λͺ…성을 ν›Όμ†ν•©λ‹ˆλ‹€.

06.12.2024 09:31 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I take comfort in knowing you and your voice are out there speaking the truth. Thank you

05.12.2024 14:13 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Yoon’s presidency is effectively over. When an ultra-right leader drops 20% one desperate move left: he’s made it, and sealed his fate, a slow-motion collapse, one that threatens to take the entire country. Signs are clearβ€”plummeting currency values and jittery futures markets speak volumes.

03.12.2024 15:19 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

윀 λŒ€ν†΅λ Ήμ˜ μž„κΈ°λŠ” 사싀상 λλ‚¬μŠ΅λ‹ˆλ‹€. 극우 μ„±ν–₯의 μ§€λ„μžκ°€ μ§€μ§€μœ¨ 20% μ΄ν•˜λ‘œ λ–¨μ–΄μ§€λ©΄, μ •μΉ˜μ  μ„ νƒμ§€λŠ” 단 ν•˜λ‚˜λΏμž…λ‹ˆλ‹€. κ·ΈλŠ” κ·Έ 선택을 ν–ˆκ³ , 그둜 인해 μžμ‹ μ˜ μ •μΉ˜μ  운λͺ…을 κ²°μ •μ§€μ—ˆμŠ΅λ‹ˆλ‹€. 이제 그의 μ •λΆ€λŠ” 느린 μ†λ„λ‘œ λ¬΄λ„ˆμ§€κ³  있으며, λ‚˜λΌ 전체λ₯Ό ν•¨κ»˜ 끌고 갈 μœ„ν—˜λ§ˆμ € μ•ˆκ³  μžˆμŠ΅λ‹ˆλ‹€. 이미 κ²½κ³  μ‹ ν˜ΈλŠ” λΆ„λͺ…ν•©λ‹ˆλ‹€. κΈ‰λ½ν•˜λŠ” ν™˜μœ¨κ³Ό λΆˆμ•ˆν•œ μ„ λ¬Ό μ‹œμž₯이 이λ₯Ό 잘 보여주고 μžˆμŠ΅λ‹ˆλ‹€. κ·Έλ₯Ό 뽑은 μœ κΆŒμžλ“€κ»˜ ν•œ 말씀 λ“œλ¦½λ‹ˆλ‹€. 이 μ°Έν˜Ήν•œ κ²°κ³Όλ₯Ό λ˜‘λ˜‘νžˆ λ³΄μ‹­μ‹œμ˜€. 이건 μ—¬λŸ¬λΆ„μ˜ 선택이 낳은 κ²°κ³Όμž…λ‹ˆλ‹€.

03.12.2024 15:16 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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South Korea president declares martial law to overcome opposition party Yoon blamed the opposition party for β€œunprecedented” impeachment attempts of various government officials and cuts proposed for next year’s budget.

Breaking news: South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared β€œemergency martial law” on Tuesday evening, accusing the opposition of β€œantistate” activities for paralyzing the government with impeachment motions.

03.12.2024 14:39 β€” πŸ‘ 236    πŸ” 100    πŸ’¬ 26    πŸ“Œ 36

The Gist is my favorite podcast, but I do miss your sports insights on Hang up and listen.

03.12.2024 14:33 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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(LEAD) Yoon declares emergency martial law, accusing opposition of 'anti-state activities' | Yonhap News Agency (ATTN: CHANGES slug) SEOUL, Dec. 3 (Yonhap) -- President Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergen...

m-en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN2024... 12/3/24 Sk Prez. Yoon declared emergency martial law, accusing opposition of plotting rebellion & pro-North activities. The move follows the opposition's impeachment push. S.K.politics, often brutal, has seen nearly half its ex-presidents jailed. Watch this space!

03.12.2024 14:14 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Why are young Koreans opting out of workforce? After Kim graduated from college in Seoul in February 2023, she worked at several companies on a temporary basis while continuing her efforts to secure a position at a major conglomerate. However, she...

m.koreatimes.co.kr/pages/articl... This highlights how young Koreans face a job market mismatch due to limited high-quality jobs and high expectations, leading many to withdraw from the workforce. Despite Korea’s intense education system, the market fails to meet their qualifications.

02.12.2024 13:10 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

@mcuban.bsky.social I live in S. Korea and share news from the region. The birth rate is a huge issue here. There is a lot of junk noise from the right about how this is on women. I respect your ideas, do you have any thoughts on the issue? I've also shared a recent article on the topic.

28.11.2024 15:47 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Hey Alexandria, please give me a follow. I live and work in Korea and share important news stories from Both N. And S. Korea that have effect on the world. Thanks

27.11.2024 08:03 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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North Korean trash balloons carried parasites from likely human feces: Seoul | NK News Some of the trash balloons that North Korea has launched over the border since last month carried parasites from likely human feces and other excrement, as well as dirty underwear, socks and other clo...

www.nknews.org/2024/06/nort... Trash balloons with human feces, parasites, and damaged items, show poor living conditions in NK. Fortunately, I’m far south, away from the trash balloons. They’re just another dross reminder of the ongoing conflict between North and South.

27.11.2024 07:58 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Editorial: Trump’s tariff threat looms, but preparation could minimize impact Editorial: Trumps tariff threat looms, but preparation could minimize impact

www.chosun.com/english/opin... Korea can negotiate by emphasizing its investments in the U.S.,like shipbuilding and nuclear energy, and proposing initiatives. My view,S.K. is a mix of nervousness and curiosity about US next moves. Eyes on Trump’s tariff plans unfolding & how S.K. will navigate.

27.11.2024 01:06 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

In just a week, I’ve found this platform refreshingly intuitive, efficient for staying informed, and notably less toxic compared to other spaces.

26.11.2024 13:30 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Your artwork is utterly captivatingβ€”hauntingly beautiful, with a delicate balance of intrigue, mystery, and warmth. It whispers of fascination, shadows, and love, all intertwined.

26.11.2024 13:25 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Hong Kong, a vibrant city /territory, is a delight to revisit, brimming with dynamic, curious, and open-minded people. Bravo!

26.11.2024 13:22 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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S. Korea’s 2024 baseball season hits 10 m fans, first in 42 years S. Koreas 2024 baseball season hits 10 m fans, first in 42 years South Koreas baseball boom is driven by young talent and thriving female fanbase

www.chosun.com/english/trav... Β·it's great to see the sport of my youth thrive in this vibrant culture. The energy at a Kia Tigers game is nothing like the MLBβ€”and the affordability.. I can take my three kids without a second thought, but a Cubs game? That might blow the budget for a month!

26.11.2024 12:58 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Hey Ian, invite you to follow me as I share insights of 15 years in Korea. As an American running English schools, I’ll share Korean news, culture, and how U.S. politics effects this dynamic nation. Please come for commentary and a deeper understanding of Korea's global connections for the ground.

26.11.2024 04:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Love you Kara, I invite you to follow me as I share insights of 15 years in Korea. As an American running English schools, I’ll share Korean news, culture, and how U.S. politics effects this dynamic nation. Please come for commentary and a deeper understanding of Korea's global connections.

26.11.2024 04:03 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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K-pop stocks surge 19% in a month on major artists’ comebacks K-pop stocks surge 19% in a month on major artists comebacks

www.chosun.com/english/mark... K-pop stocks surged 19% in November, driven by BTS and BLACKPINK's anticipated comebacks. K-pop thrives globally, immune to tariffs, BTS reigning as Korea's crown jewel. I urge my friends to explore the music’s rich theory, rhythm, and romance, epitomized ny BTS.

26.11.2024 03:32 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

If you're interested in South Korea news, I've lived here and loved this country for 15 years. I'll be sharing a daily story with added context. Thanks for following!

25.11.2024 23:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

If you're interested in South Korea news, I've lived here and loved this country for 15 years. I'll be sharing a daily story with added context. Thanks for following!

25.11.2024 23:58 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

If you're interested in South Korea news, I've lived here and loved this country for 15 years. I'll be sharing a daily story with added context. Thanks for following!

25.11.2024 23:58 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Korea to combat loneliness with culture In response to the widespread feelings of loneliness exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, Korea is launching a 'Cultural Discourse Project' to address and heal loneliness through culture, the Ministr...

m.koreatimes.co.kr/pages/articl... Korea's Cultural Discourse Project tackles loneliness via arts, workshops, and policies, linking culture to happiness and reducing isolation. Makes me think, a book by Walt Hickey 'You Are What You Watch' could be a game changer in Korea's K-pop culture.

25.11.2024 23:28 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I am truly a big admirer of your work. As a father of two daughters and a son, I have deeply embraced the principles and messages conveyed through your PPP. It's been a privilege to share and teach these valuable lessons with my children. Thank you. Any questions on S.Korea, please ask.

24.11.2024 15:18 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Largest doctors' group vows to fight on under new leadership following chief's impeachment The nation’s largest doctors group said it would continue to strongly resist what it called the Yoon Suk Yeol administration’s irresponsible and reckless health policies under its new leadership.

koreajoongangdaily.joins.com/news/2024-11...

24.11.2024 14:58 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Explainer: The dollar remains king, Korea braces for a new normal of weaker won Explainer: The dollar remains king, Korea braces for a new normal of weaker won The Korean won tumbles as the dollar climbs: Is 1,400 won per dollar the new normal

www.chosun.com/english/mark... U.S. dollar has strengthened, weakening the South Korean won. The won-dollar exchange rate has surpassed 1,400 won multiple times, and analysts predict this could be the new normal. So your dollar's worth more than ever, come visit me and let's kimchi it up.

24.11.2024 14:54 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Doctors on Strike: Why are South Korea’s Government and Medical Community at Odds?

SK's Healthcare Dilemma: Strikes, Shortages, and the Quest for Reform
Amid protests over expanded medical school quotas, South Korea grapples with doctor shortages, poor working conditions, and an overstressed healthcare systemβ€”sparking intense national debate.
www.wilsoncenter.org/blog-post/do...

24.11.2024 14:16 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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17 years old and outside of Seoul Living in Suncheon as a teenage girl who likes to hangout is pretty boring. There's little in the way of entertainment for someone my age. It is all about navigating the same neighborhoods, the same s...

m.koreatimes.co.kr/pages/articl... Ivy Cho, reflects on life in Suncheon, contrasting the quiet simplicity of small-town living with the fast-paced allure of Seoul. My student and I worked on this article for three months, and she finally got published in a prestigious Korean newspaper.

24.11.2024 12:33 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0