Lunar Calendars Worldwide, Cultural Significance and Modern Adaptations This article is an overview of how lunar or lunisolar calendars are used in different countries and cultures around the world. While most nations today rely on the Gregorian (solar) calendar for official business, many still observe lunar-based or lunisolar calendars for Continue Reading
Time-Honored Traditions Meet Modern Realities Overview In South Korea, the Lunar New Year, known as Seollal, is one of the most significant cultural events of the year. Marking the transition to the Year of the Snake, this holiday is deeply rooted in ancestral reverence, family reunions, and cultural traditions. Despite Continue Reading
South Korean actor Song Jae-lim, known for his roles in popular K-dramas and his early career as a model, was found dead in his apartment in Seoul on Tuesday. He was 39 years old. Discovery and Investigation Seoul’s Seongdong police reported that Song was discovered by a friend who had Continue Reading
North Korea sent more trash balloons to South Korea, the military said on Saturday. This happened after North Korea said South Korea sent drones over their capital, Pyongyang, three times last week. The Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) said that North Korea sent about 20 balloons from late Friday to Continue Reading