Counter Strike
Counter-Strike is the most famous FPS (First-Person Shooter) game worldwide in 2026. Counter-Strike began from a Half-Life mod created by Minh “Gooseman” Le and Jess Ckuffe, focusing on tactical team…
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Gender and Fashion
Fashion is more than just clothes that people wear every day. It is a way of people to express their identity, personality and beliefs. What someone chooses to wear can send messages or signals about…
The Hazardous Invasive Species
Invasive species are organisms that are not native to particular regions but are introduced to new habitats mostly through human activities. While there are various invasive species throughout the…
The Impact of Social Media on Teen Mental Health
“Should I post this one or this one?” a girl asks her friends, carefully comparing photos before uploading them to Instagram. Moments later, the conversation shifts,“Did you see her post? She lost so…
Artificial Intelligence in Cancer Medicine
Introduction Artificial Intelligence, AI, has long been drawn as the nemesis of humanity in media. To illustrate, the AI defense system Skynet in the movie “The Terminator”, released in 1984, acquires…
The Fall of the Berlin Wall
On November 9th, 1989, the wall in Berlin, which was protected like a jewel in a vault, collapsed. Dividing Germany into West Germany and East Germany, the Berlin Wall was initially constructed on…
StarCraft
StarCraft is a real-time strategy (RTS) game series that has established itself as one of the most influential titles in competitive gaming. However, StarCraft is more than just a game—it requires…
Fashion trends shaped by social media
In the past, fashion trends mostly came from designers, magazines, and fashion shows. People usually followed what celebrities wore or what was shown on fashion show runways. Nowadays, social media…
How do airplanes fly?
Most people fly on planes to go to different countries for travel, work, to meet others, etc. We need airplanes to travel long distances. Then, how do we fly? Understanding how airplanes fly not only…
Fast Fashion's Environmental Impact: Who is responsible
Fast fashion has changed the paradigm of the worldwide clothing industry by making trendy clothes easily accessible with inexpensive prices. New styles appear in shops frequently, encouraging people…
Psychology behind Procrastination
“Well, I’ll start when the clock reaches 6.” Five minutes later, the clock turns 6:05, and suddenly it feels easier to say, “I’ll just start at 6:30 instead,” and then 7, and eventually tomorrow…
Wegovy
Introduction Beauty standards, which have been flexible throughout human history, have now settled on big eyes, a high nose bridge, and most importantly, a slim body. However, the amount of exercise…
Valorant
In 2025, FPS games were on fire. One of the most popular ones was Valorant, a 5 vs 5 shooting game. Compared to other famous FPS games, the rules and characteristics are simple, and there aren't…
History of School Uniforms
School uniforms have been a part of formal education for hundreds of years and remain common in many countries today. A school uniform is a set of standardized clothing worn by students, usually…
The Impact of Social Media on Teenagers’ Self-esteem
Self-esteem is the value an individual assigns to themselves, determining their worth. During the teenage years, adolescents form their self-identity for socialization, which is greatly influenced by…
Mechanical Theory-1
In order to understand theories and mechanisms of physics, like the Mechanical Theory-1, understanding the early period of physics is essential. Mechanical Theory is known as the basic concepts and…
Effects of Microplastic Consumption on Aquatic Creatures
Microplastics can be simply described as plastic particles that are so tiny that they’re nearly impossible to detect with the naked eye, but they have become abundant components in freshwater…
Why Do Awkward Moments Feel Uncomfortable?
Have you ever experienced intense discomfort while watching a character in a movie or a television drama acting awkwardly or making a socially confusing mistake? Although the situation is fictional…
Virtual Reality
Introduction Imagining floating, transparent screens has been common ever since the past. However, in modern days, people can not only imagine them, but also experience them. Virtual Reality (VR…
The Playful Psychopath of Nature
Introduction Many creatures have evolved to live together, run away from, chase, and play with others for their own benefit; they coexist with other organisms through diverse methods, including…
Reshaped France: Napoleon is a Great Patriot
Napoleon’s nationalism and dream greatly shaped old France, and while this may sound admirable, there is ongoing debate about whether he was a hero or a villain. Napoleon’s legacy includes both good…
Battlegrounds
FPS games were very popular in 2017. The game that lit the fire was Battlegrounds. More than 200 million concurrent users played Battleground. Thanks to its great graphics and mechanics, it became the…
Kpop Idols and Global Fashion Influence
Kpop has transformed from a regional music genre into a global cultural force, shaping the way of people listen to music, watch performances and also dress. Among the many aspects of this influence…
Quark: The Basic Structure of Atoms
In our lives, all objects have atoms and elements inside them. Most of all, inside atoms, there are 3 things: protons, neutrons, and electrons. Excluding electrons, there are some materials that…
The Impact of the US Central Bank's 'Higher for Longer' Interest Rate Policy on the Global Economy
The US 'Rate Decision' that Moves the World Over the past few years, the most frequently mentioned terms in the global economic news have likely been 'Inflation (Price Increase)' and 'Interest Rate…
Influence of Humans on Ocean's Vertical Zones
The ocean covers 70 percent of our planet. There is no doubt that it is the crucial system of Earth that supports biodiversity, climate regulation, and human livelihoods. However, the ocean's…
Would You Remember Everything?
Dear reader, close your eyes and try to remember your first birthday. Can you picture where you were, what the cake looked like, or who was holding you? Most likely, you can not remember anything. In…
Peto's Paradox
The blue whale, the largest animal on Earth, swims through the oceans with a massive body containing billions of cells. In general, the more cells there are, the more likely it is that some of them…
Social Media and Its Effect
These days, most trends originate from a shared source: social media. Social media is one of the most ubiquitous forms of the internet, used by most, if not all, people today. It offers diverse…
Artificial intelligence works Exhibition
An art exhibition made completely with artificial intelligence was held in San Francisco. It was the first time that all the artwork in a show was created only by AI. Exios, a U.S. news outlet…
History of Dogs
Introduction Many households, approximately 45 percent of modern-day people, have dogs in their homes. Not only dogs, but nowadays, people own diverse types of pets: reptiles, fish, birds, and more…
Guardian Angel of United Kingdom: Royal Scots Grey
In 1815, Kingdom of the Netherlands, at the Battle of Waterloo, the Royal Scots Grey charged against the French infantry brigade. The Scots Greys gave the Frenchmen a taste of the heavy cavalry saber…
Overwatch
Overwatch is a team-based first-person shooter (FPS) game developed by Blizzard Entertainment. There were numerous competitors in the market when it was first released. Still, it could survive in the…
Y2K Fashion
Fashion is like a time machine—it always finds a way to bring the past into the present. One of the clearest examples of this is the revival of Y2K fashion, the distinctive style from the late 1990s…
Mexican traditional culture: Day of the dead
Mexico’s representative traditional holiday, "Day of the Dead,” is not just for mourning them. It is a festival that joyfully honors the lives of those who have passed away. In Mexico, all Mexicans…
Life of Gordon Ramsay
Nowadays, there are many chefs. But among them, there are only a few chefs who are globally famous. While there are a few top chefs, Gordon Ramsay and his biography are among the most significant…
The U.S.–China Trade War: A Fight Over Tariffs or Technology?
The trade war between the United States and China is one of the most important global issues in recent years. It began in 2018 when the U.S. accused China of unfair trade practices and stealing…
Soil: Foundation of Life
What is soil? Very often, soils are simply expressed as dirt, which merely means anything but dirty, useless dust. However, dirt plays a critical role as a system of living that sustains life. The…
Why do we dream: Exploring the Sleeping Mind
Have you ever had a dream so strange that you woke up wondering what it meant? Maybe you were flying over clouds, falling endlessly, or escaping from something that did not even exist. Every night…
Sleep
Many students try to study longer and sleep less because of their exams or heavy assignments. However, sleep is more than just rest. During sleep, the brain organizes memories and information gathered…
The Negative Effect of Technology on Thinking
INTRODUCTION The image above was created by an AI using a specific prompt. These days, AI is integrated into our lives so seamlessly and naturally that it feels almost impossible to live independently…
The Meaning Behind the 11 Stars in The Starry Night
Vincent Van Gogh was one of the most famous painters in the 19th century. He painted many famous paintings. Among his famous art works, The Starry Night is the one everyone knows. He painted this…
Animal Adaptation: Axolotl
Introduction From Charles Darwin, an English biologist and geologist who had a significant impact on evolutionary biology, a well-known evolutionary perspective has been theorized: natural selection…
1er Régiment de Chevau-légers de la Garde: Formidable and Dire Horse Riders
In 1808, during the Battle of Somosierra, 1er Régiment de Chevau-légers de la Garde, known as Polish Lancers, struck the Spanish artillery soldier’s neck with the iron-point on the tip of their lance…
League of Legends
League of Legends When we think about online games, there are various games that come to our mind, such as Fortnite, Roblox, Minecraft, Counter strike. This reveals that most of the popular games are…
History of Dior
Christian Dior (1905-1957) was a famous fashion designer in France. He started his own fashion house in 1946, and inspired women's elegance and hope after World War II. At that time, Europe was…
Eating with Hands in India
In India, eating with hands is not only a way to eat food, but also a tradition that has been followed for thousands of years. For Indian people, food is seen as a gift from God, and touching it…
The issues of Fast Foods (aka. Junk Foods)
Introduction Nowadays, many people visit fast food shops, such as McDonald's, Burger King, and convenience stores to eat meals easily, but in other ways, this has become a social issue leading to…
The Impact of Trump’s Tariff Policy on South Korea
Tariffs are taxes that governments put on goods when they cross borders. They are usually placed on imports to protect domestic industries or to reduce trade imbalances. In 2025, the Trump…
How Human Technologies Affect Animals(Nature)
Every second since the beginning of mankind, humans have evolved alongside technology. These “technologies” are basically for human benefits, which have already transformed the way people live…
The Uncanny Valley and its Inconvenient Truth
Have you ever felt uncomfortable or scared and terrified after looking at pictures like these? If so, you’ve just experienced a phenomenon known as the “Uncanny Valley.” The Uncanny Valley is a…
Are GMO Foods Safe for Our Health?
From the potatoes used in fries to the sugars in our drinks, genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are already deeply embedded in our diets. They are praised for their benefits, such as increased…
The Great Filter
Introduction There are approximately 200 sextillion stars only in the observable universe. It is astonishing that despite such a huge number, mankind has never found extraterrestrials. That has led…
The Most Expensive Banana in the World
Can you believe that this banana affixed to a white wall with a piece of silver tape has a price of 6.2 million dollars? This artwork is called “Comedian”, by Maurizio Cattelan, an Italian artist…
Vive L'Empereur, Vive La France! The Emperor Returns.
On March 1, 1815, former Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte escaped from exile on Elba and landed on the southern coast of France, near Golfe-Juan. There, he encountered the 5th regiment of line infantry…
Eating Disorder
Food is the most important source for human beings. Humans can’t survive without food, but if there are some problems with the food, it can lead to health problems. Such as anorexia nervosa, it simply…
Mental Health in Teenagers
These days, teenagers are suffering from many problems such as stress, depression and anxiety which affect academic achievement and their daily life. In terms of study, relationships between friends…
Analysis of Changes in Consumer Spending Patterns After COVID-19
1. Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic, which began in late 2019, was not just a health crisis—it disrupted global economic and social systems. In South Korea, various measures such as social…
Health Diplomacy: How COVID-19 Taught Us the Significance of Global Cooperation
Health diplomacy refers to when there are global health efforts made through cooperation between countries and establishment of stronger international relations. It is at the intersection of national…
Forever Chemicals
Over the recent years, people have assumed that the products used every day are safe and clean. Products such as non-stick frying pans in our kitchens, to waterproof jackets worn when it rains, but…
Equality for All: Why LQBTQ Rights Matters
These days, people judge and treat others unfairly just because they are different. It could be the way someone dresses, talks, or expresses who they are. In societies, some people might feel left out…
Bioprinting
Nowadays, it is possible to 3D print human tissues and organs. This innovative technology is called 3D bioprinting. This technology is used in the medical field to create functional organs and tissues…
The Fate of the Universe: How Will It End?
It has been nearly four hundred years ever since humans began studying the universe scientifically. Although there have been many findings throughout the short period, the universe is still covered…
Quantum Computing
Quantum computing, a rising field, is expected to provide humans with substantial advancements in the area of computer science. It possesses the potential to revolutionize industries, research methods…
The Brutal Genius of Ocean: Orca Whales
Human beings have investigated space more than the ocean. In that grand ocean, there are countless species living: until now, 242,000 species have been discovered. While there are varieties of species…
Largest Rodent on Earth: Capybara
Animals are born wild and instinctive. They compete with one another and gain what they want. However, there is this rodent species that has an enormously calm and friendly nature. While most people…
Battle of Berezina, Russia
On December 16, 1812, thousands of troops were drowned and froze to death in the battle of Berezina, a place where French Officers witnessed the most horrifying death a soldier could ever experience…
Milgram Experiment
Obedience is quite common in front of the elders or others who have higher authority. Obedience is a person’s willingness to comply with instructions or orders from an authority figure. In 197…
Gender Equality
Gender equality means that individuals, regardless of gender, have equal rights, responsibilities, and opportunities in all areas of life. These days, many countries care more about gender equality…
Relationship Between Native Americans and European Americans
These days, Native Americans and American relationships are complicated, and which is still evolving. There were many attempts and efforts to get to this point. The following paragraphs will discuss…
Fine Dining
These days, there are many aesthetic and royal foods being served in some restaurants. Also, these types of foods are accurate and seem ordinary. It is “Fine Dining”, which is decorated with beautiful…
The Four Driving Forces of the Economy: Markets, Credit, Productivity, and Debt
The economic system operates through the complex interplay of various elements. The phenomena we observe in today’s economy extend beyond simple price formation or consumer behavior. They are shaped…
Migration’s Effects on Host and Home Countries
What Is Migration? Migration refers to the movement of people across borders, between countries. The migrant moves from the home country to the host country. Migration is not just a simple social or…
Human Euthanasia
Today, people who are at the hover between life and death, due to physical or mental diseases, view euthanasia as a way to end their pain. For people who are unfamiliar with it, euthanasia is the act…
Medicinal Plants
In medicine, many drugs are extracted from plants to treat patients. Morphine is used when strong pain relief is needed, digoxin is used to treat heart disease, etc. Plants with such medical…
The Fermi Paradox: Where Are All The Aliens?
Humans, from the perspective of the universe, are smaller than ants are to us. The universe is enormous, and we are one out of millions and millions of species that live on a very small planet, the…
The Evolution of Computers
Nowadays, computers have become a necessary part of daily life; however, just a few decades ago, they were the size of a small room and could only perform simple arithmetic. Contrastingly, present-day…
Unique Courtship Display of Animals
All animals reproduce for new individuals in their community and to maintain their genetics. These reproductions are done either sexually, with both female and male species, or asexually, with only…
Coronation of the Divine: Napoleon’s Self-Made Crown
On December 2, 1804, Napoleon Bonaparte, a French military leader, crowned himself with a coronation crown with his own hands and his wife, Josephine. He was incomparable to other emperors of other…
What is Psychology?
When people are under pressure, they usually freeze. Have you ever wondered why people freeze? Psychology helps us to answer the question. In a simple definition, psychology is the study of the mind…
Soohyun Kim and Saeron Kim
The incident started with exposure by the bereaved through the Garo Sero Institute, a YouTube channel. According to their claim, Soohyun Kim and Saeron Kim had secretly dated for 6 years since 201…
The Role of International Cooperation in Lessening Climate Change
Climate change is a significant problem that causes various issues. Climate change is caused by multiple factors, but the biggest reason is due to increased levels of harmful greenhouse gases such as…
Environmental Hazards
While living through our daily life there are always bits of danger around us. It can be divided into two. Even such simple, small objects, like slippery floors(wet, bad rugs), scissors(sharp…
Wildfires
Currently, the most serious issue in Korea is wildfires that happened in Yeongnam, Chungcheong, and Honam region, due to various reasons such as strong wind and dry climate due to climate change…
Neutron Stars
Neutron stars are formed when a massive star runs out of nuclear fuel in its core, ejecting monstrous amounts of energy during a supernova, leaving clouds of interstellar material rich in dust and…
How Do Computers Work?
Computers are an essential part of modern life and are being utilized in diverse industries like education and manufacturing. Most people nowadays use computers without much discomfort and do not…
Duck or Beaver? All About Platypus
Introduction Mammals are fascinating creatures among kingdoms of animals. Famous animals such as lions, tigers, dogs, and cats are all classified as mammals. While most people think that all mammals…
Albert Einstein
Albert Einstein, the creator of the world's most famous equation, E = MC^2, states that energy and mass are interchangeable. This allowed people to invent weapons and enabled the development of…
Intelligence
In our society, people think that more intelligence makes people have better lives. In fact, intelligence is one of the factors that influences our lives. Intelligence in psychology is the ability to…
Daejeon Elementary School Murder
On February 10th, there was a murder case in which a 8-year-old girl, Haneul, was killed by a 48-year-old teacher at Daejeon Elementary School. According to police investigations, a teacher killed…
George Washington
Many historical figures exist in history. These figures made the modern world a better place to live. Today, people wonder how people made this possible. Everyone tries to make tomorrow better than…
Atomic Theory
Atomic Theory is one of the theories of chemistry and physics. This theory is also known as a very famous theory that is related to Dalton, who fixed one of the atomic theories. 80 years later, one of…
Why Is the Economic Productivity of the U.S. and Cambodia Different?
Productivity in economics is the amount of goods or services a worker produces in a certain amount of time. Specifically, it could be how much value a person creates in one hour. For example, if a…
Understanding the Significance of International Organizations: United Nations and OECD
Most Koreans are familiar with the word OECD, as South Korea annually ranks the top in suicide rates among countries worldwide according OECD data. The eighth secretary-general of the United Nations…
Suicides in the 21st Century
Every 40 seconds, someone in the world commits suicide, which means by the time people are done reading this article, another precious life would have been lost that will lead to another tragedy…
Stress
What is stress? Stress refers to a physiological and psychological condition in which our body reacts to external pressure or challenging situations. Simply, stress is how our body and mind react when…
Biomimicry
Creatures have developed many things for their survival. For example, lotus leaves do not get wet, spiders have thin but strong webs, and geckos have sticky soles that do not slip. Since humans do not…
The Multiverse Theory
We humans live in an infinitely large universe. We cannot measure the size of the universe, let alone predict. However, there is a theory that our universe is part of an even larger collection of…
Biocomputing
The rapid advancement in the field of computing has led to a digital revolution resulting in rapid developments in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) and data science. However, as traditional…
Reptiles With Exotic Abilities
Out of many species on this planet, reptiles are well known for their exotic appearances and diverse species. While reptiles like chameleons are iconic examples of exotic and mysterious creatures…
ADHD
ADHD, or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, is a behavioral condition that makes focusing on everyday requests and routines challenging. It can influence academic grades, work life, and social…
Exploring the Concept of Communism
In recent decades, countries across the world have had a common trend in terms of their political systems. There was a significant decrease in the number of dictatorships and communism and an overall…
Global Warming: How Serious Is It?
Have you ever seen a video where polar bears are floating on ice chunks? Or icebergs collapsing into the sea as they melt? These are scenes that usually appear in environmental protection commercials…
Memory Distortion
People remember a lot of information every day. And we think that everything we remember is based on facts. However, as proven by numerous psychological studies, our memories can easily be distorted…
Oumuamua: The First Visitor From Outer Space
There are a lot of mysteries surrounding extraterrestrial creatures, or the aliens. The concept of aliens became a widely debated topic at the start of the 20th century, despite its origins existing…
Quantum Computing and Its Benefits
Quantum computing is a rising field that blends quantum mechanics with computer science, and it is expected to globally revolutionize both technology and science. Classical computers process…
Animal Mythbusters
Human beings, living a long time together with animals, discovered a lot of animals and have found various information about them. Even though research is ongoing, there are many myths regarding some…
Niels Bohr
Modeling atoms while the behavior and concept of electrons are poorly understood might seem difficult. Well, a Danish scientist accomplished it. Niels Bohr, a physicist, pioneered the first model of…
The Role and Impact of the U.S. Dollar in International Finance and Trade
The U.S. dollar has established itself as the primary global reserve currency in international trade and finance. A reserve currency is a type of currency that countries prefer to hold in their…
Base Interest Rate: What Is It and Why Does It Matter?
The base interest rate is a key way used by central banks to control monetary policy. This rate serves as a foundation for other interest rates in the economy, influencing borrowing and lending…
Key Populist Movements Across the World
Defining Populism Populism refers to a political ideology that mainly divides the citizens into “the people” and “the elites.” Populist movements are characterized by multiple aspects: the tendency to…
The Abortion Controversy
Think about a situation when you’re about to make a very personal decision, with opinions and rules affecting and judging you. This is the reality for many people who are dealing with abortion these…
Genome Editing: CRISPR-Cas9
All living things have genes. Genes are the basic units of heredity that contain information necessary to form and maintain cells of living organisms. They are passed down to offsprings through…
Kardashev Scale: A Depiction of the Future of Humanity
Imagine a future where people have access to the energy of an entire star, or even an entire galaxy. Imagining this pushes the boundaries of our imagination even deeper: How much can humans develop…
Challenges and Solutions in Cybersecurity
As technologies develop, our dependence on cyberspace increases at a meteoritic rate. With the development of cyberspace, people are putting more valuable information online making the internet a…
Animals That Get “High”
Introduction Nowadays, many people are using drugs for different kinds of reasons: to excite, self-medicate emotions, enhance bodies, etc. Like the following examples, humans are using drugs not only…
Kinetic Theory of Gas
Introduction Do you know what the kinetic theory of gasses is? It describes a gas as a large number of particles that are too small to see without a microscope for random motion. Their collisions are…
Personal Finance
In today’s complex and fluctuating economic environment, just saving money is not sufficient for maintaining economic stability. Various factors such as rising prices, economic downturns, and high…
Artificial Intelligence and Its Problems
AI stands for artificial intelligence. AIs are developed computer systems capable of performing complex tasks typically done by humans, such as language translation, data analysis, programming, and…
Plant Memory
The plant memory mechanism is still being studied and attracting attention. Plants respond to memory by remembering specific experiences through various factors. This ability improves the survival…
The Never-Ending Expansion of the Universe
The universe is one of the places that we, as human beings, cannot conquer and yet is going through a difficulty understanding it. Humans, or at least scientists, are craving to know about our…
History of Programming Languages
Programming languages, the language of machines, have always served an important role in recent technological advancements. As time passed, these languages have evolved together with the diverse…
Causes and Effects of Endangered Species
Intro Nowadays, a lot of animals are endangered due to a variety of factors: climate change, habitat loss, pollution, etc. In every place on Earth, more and more animals are being endangered. I would…
Chaos Theory
In 1960, a meteorologist named Edward Lorenz started his first experiment in chaos theory. The butterfly effect, which is well known, is considered one of the key concepts of chaos theory. Soon…
Bread
bread These days in Korea, bread is a food because of its convenience to eat and richness in nutrients. Many types of bread have been made for a very long time. Bread making started in the neolithic…
Desert Fox
On a hot summer day, when sweat drips down your body just standing still, how do you endure the heat? Unlike us, who easily get tired from just a slight increase in temperature, there are some animals…
Weird Architecture
There are many architectures in the world. However, some architectures are very weird. Why do people make weird architectures in the world? Also, these architectures are so out of place. Today I will…
Marilyn Monroe’s Iconic Outfits
“We are all of us stars, and we deserve to twinkle.” This is a quote by Marilyn Monroe. She was one of the most famous actresses of the 20th century. She is known for blonde hair and a beauty spot on…
Fusion of Art and Science
At first glance, art and science may seem to have no connection at all. However, they do indeed have a strong connection. In fact, art and science have been one since ancient times. The Greek word…
Sacred Cows in Hinduism
Cows are very respected in India — mostly by Hindu. If you see one crossing the streets, people — and even cars — have to stop and wait until the cow crosses the road. The reason why cows are sacred…
How Are Beliefs Developed?
All humans live with beliefs, and they aren't just limited to an individual's political or religious views. Rather, these also include any propositions that an individual has judged to be factual and…
Influence of Sports
While there are billions of people who love watching sports, there aren’t many who think of how sports influence us these days. Sports not only are a direct form of entertainment but also have a great…
Change Over Time: Evolution
Introduction Would you believe if every life on Earth originated from a single microorganism from 3.7 billion years ago? Humans are well-known for their high intelligence. Not only that, every animal…
Isaac Newton
In 1666, Isaac Newton saw an apple falling from a tree. He asked himself; why did the apple fall straight down? Not upwards or sideways but straight down. After this, he started to formulate a theory…
Ramen
Ramen is thought to have originated from China between 1870 and 1922. The name “ramen” came from the Chinese word “la mian” which means hand-pulled noodles. The most similar dish to the ramen commonly…
Capybara
What is a Capybara” Capybara is the largest animal species of rodents in the world. It is more than 1 meter in size and weighs 40 to 50 kilograms on average but it can weigh up to 100 kilograms…
Antoni Gaudi
About Gaudi Antoni Gaudi (1852~1926) was the greatest architect in Spain. He built a lot of Spanish architecture and made a lot of glass and iron parts to make them. From 1984 to 2005, seven of his…
Denim Jeans
There is a cloth almost every person wears on this whole earth that never goes out of style. It is denim clothes. Denim clothes were first made in the mid-19th century and became popular all over the…
Why Did the Mona Lisa Become Famous?
If someone asks people to name Leonardo da Vinci's most famous work, most people will answer the Mona Lisa. Like this, the Mona Lisa is known as one of the masterpiece works made by Leonardo. There…
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Have you ever heard of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade? There are many festivals and parades in New York city when it is thanksgiving, and the largest and the most iconic festival is the Macy’s…
The Danger of Striving For Freedom: Byung-Chul Han
Since the Enlightenment, freedom has stood as one of the central tenets of Western society. Influential figures such as John Stuart Mill and the Founding Fathers of America all advocated for liberty…
Exotic Creatures That Do Photosynthesis
If we think about living creatures such as reptiles and mammals, they are creatures that don’t do photosynthesis. The reason why animals don’t do photosynthesis is that they don’t have chlorophylls…
Does Dark Matter Really Exist?
In 1933, an astrophysicist named Fritz Zwicky revealed the existence of dark matter. A few physicists didn’t agree with dark matter because it is a hypothetical form of matter that never interacts…
Animal Testing
Animal Testing (Rabbit) Animals Born for Experimentation Scientists use animals to develop medicines for human diseases, to determine the cause of diseases, and so on. This is to find out beforehand…
History of Swimsuits
What do we wear when we go to the beach or the swimming pool? Most people will wear swimsuits or thin clothes that are comfortable under water. Then, has anybody wondered how swimsuits are made…
Performance Art — Dance
One type of performing arts is dance. The genres of dances that will be explained today are ballet, ice dance, and tap dance. These dance types all have different characteristics and are well-known. I…
History of Netflix
Ranked as one of the top 5 companies around the world, it is the company that people want to work for. Its CEO is the world’s one of the richest people. This big business started at a little online…
Sinulog
Sinulog is a famous festival that comes every January. It is a festival originating in Cebu City, Philippines that is usually held for 9 consecutive days. The first Sinulog festival is said to have…
Athletes Dealing with Injuries
There are many types of athletes, from basketball players and soccer players to swimmers and runners. However, in all sports, athletes have one thing in common that they all have to deal with…
Modern Architecture
There are many kinds of architecture in the world. From ancient times, people usually gave meaning to buildings. Also, they used woods and rocks. However, modern architecture focuses on practicality…
Are 5th Generation K-pop Idols Really 5th Generation?
The era of fifth-generation idols has just begun. Starting with Lunate, a group that debuted on June 15th, new idol groups including Mnet's "KISS OF LIFE" and "ZEROBASEONE" have claimed themselves to…
How Does Plastics Seriously Affect the Environment?
While we live through our lives, we always need daily supplies. Many of the daily supplies are made of plastics, and they are frequently used by us which causes negative impact to the environment and…
Audrey Hepburn’s Fashion in Movie
Audrey Hepburn was one of the most famous actresses in the early 20th century. She was also considered the most beautiful actresses with others such as Grace Kelly and Olivia Hussey. She was in many…
Vincent van Gogh
Who Was Vincent van Gogh? Do you know a painter who is really famous now but only sold one painting during his lifetime? This is Vincent van Gogh. Today, I am going to talk about this famous and…
Beatbox, Bitcoin!
Have you ever heard about Bitcoin? I think you probably did, because it gathered people’s attention in 2013, because of the sudden increase of its price. Before, no one knew much about Bitcoin, and…
Cheetahs
Did you know that cheetahs are the fastest land animals? These big cats hold the record for the fastest creature on solid Earth, reaching the speed of up to 120 kph. The maximum speed ever recorded…
Aging Reversal: A Perspective From Physics
Bryan Johnson, an American entrepreneur who spends 2 million dollars a year "to be 18 again," has recently caught massive attention from the media for impressive progress made with his anti-aging…
Russian Invasion of Ukraine
Russia's invasion of Ukraine is a rising issue nowadays to global leaders, as they suffer from the economic and political damage. Russia's invasion of Ukraine has already resulted in 30,000 civilian…
Rise of New Sports
Hammerfield Hammerfield is a sport that was first made in 2012 by Dave Simson, a huge Marvel fan. Initially, he watched the Marvel movie Thor, and, from there, he was inspired to create this new game…
Famous Architectures of Paris
Eiffel Tower eiffel_tower Eiffel Tower is very popular. Every year, many tourists visit Paris to see it. The height of the Eiffel Tower is 324 meters, which is the same as a 81 floor building. Before…
Drums
Drums have been universally used for centuries in music of many cultures around the world. From the rhythmic beat of African drumming to the complex rhythms of Indian classical music, drumming has…
History of Gucci
Many people will recognize what this double-G logo stands for. Yes! It’s the logo for the famous luxury fashion brand, Gucci. Gucci is known for its unique style, iconic designs, high-quality…
Art Movements
There are many different types of art movements, but today I will focus on four of them: pop art, Impressionism, Abstractionism, and Romanticism. We’ll learn about each art movement, its famous…
Black Friday
Every November 24th, one big event is held in most countries. This is one of the biggest events around the world, which is called “Black Friday.” On the day of Black Friday, or during the entire week…
Lions
Lions are the apex predators of the wild that are carnivores, which means that they only eat meat. They are social animals just like dogs, and they live, hunt, and travel in groups called prides. You…
Conservation of Momentum: A Law of Nature That Changed the World
Law of Conservation of Momentum Derivation, Formula and Examples Conservation of momentum in an elastic collision. How was this concept, now used in high school physics problems, so influential? When…
The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Society
Artificial intelligence (AI) can bring a significant change for humans, and like most technologies it has both positive and negative impact on our society. What effect it would have on our society is…
Performance Enhancement in Sports: All About Doping
Have you ever heard of doping? Doping is the act of cheating for athletes by using drugs. Even though they know how dangerous and illegal doping is, they do doping because of the benefits they give…
Crimes Against Children
According to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, most of the countries have over 60 percent of families punishing their children physically. Neglecting or abusing children can cause lasting…
Gayageum
What is a Gayageum? The gayageum is a national string instrument unique to Korea. It is today called the gayageum but that is a name that comes from Chinese characters, and the pure Korean word in old…
National Costumes From Seven Countries
Do you like to travel around many countries? If you like to travel, then do you like trying on national costumes? I would really like to go on a short trip around many countries and get along with the…
Banksy
Do you know who Banksy is? If you are interested in art, you might have heard of him before, because he is a unique artist. Today, I am going to talk about Banksy. Banksy is an artist who works…
Elephants
You have probably heard of elephants before. Elephants are the largest mammals living on the Earth’s surface, first found in Africa about 60 million years ago. These large mammals are herbivores…
Popular Alternative for Dark Matter Is Proven Wrong
Dark matter is an integral part of the modern cosmological model of the universe when it comes to describing large galactic phenomena. Yet, it was never directly observed, so many physicists have…
Superconductors
What are superconductors? Well, they are materials that can conduct electric current without any resistance, meaning that no energy is lost through heat. These conductors have been known to humanity…
Manchester City F.C.
Have you ever wondered what team and player is currently dominating all football games? Today, let's figure out who is currently the best team and the players with their accomplishments. Manchester…
Climate Change
According to AP News, this summer reached the highest temperature ever recorded. Climate change can also affect things other than temperature. Other negative effects include the economy and food…
Korean Traditional Architecture
Korean traditional buildings are called “hanok.” Korean architecture's unique feature is that most of the lines have flexibility, which most remarkably appears in the roof. Tiled roof houses were…
Violin
What is a violin? The name “violin” comes from the medieval Latin word “vitula.” The violin came out of the Italian region of Cremona around 1550, but the first inventor and the exact time of…
Evolution of Fashion
These days, many people, especially teenagers, are interested in fashion and wearing clothes. Many use social media such as Instagram and follow influencers and celebrities’ fashion or refer to them…
Art Therapy
Do you know about art therapy? You may have heard of it before but you probably don’t know what it exactly is. Recently, mental health has been recognized as a serious problem. There are many ways to…
Increased Demand on Luxury
After the outbreak of the pandemic COVID-19, people’s demand for luxury goods increased rapidly around the world. As the demand for luxury goods keeps on rising, the price of luxury goods rapidly goes…
Pasta
Types of pasta Many people like spaghetti, but a lot of them don't know that spaghetti is a type of pasta noodle. There are many types of pasta noodles. Pasta was first made in Italy. Today, there…
Hamsters
Hamsters are warm-blooded mammals that live 2~4 years. They are one of the smallest mammals on Earth. There are over 20 species of hamsters, but only five of them are common as pets. The other species…
Attosecond Physics: Why Did It Win the Nobel Prize for 2023?
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Little Boy’s Story - Lionel Messi’s History
Childhood Lionel Andress Messi was born on the 24th of June in 1987 in Rosario, Argentina. After playing soccer as a hobby until the age of 6, he entered his first soccer club, the Newell’s Old Boys…
How Did Beethoven Compose When He Couldn’t Hear?
Think about popular classical music composers. You may think of your favorite or the one that you know. Most people think of Ludwig van Beethoven. He composed many famous pieces like “Fur Elise” and…
Everything About Coco Chanel
What things come to your mind when you think about Chanel? Many people would think about the high end fashion brand. But do you know who made Chanel? It is the designer Coco Chanel. She is known for…
Ecce homo
Many paintings are destroyed. There are various reasons why paintings are destroyed. For example, it may be because it is old, someone intentionally ruined it, not preserved well, or even damaged by…
Twitter or X?
“Freaking Elon Musk took my cute little blue bird!” This was the opinion of most Twitter users after the company’s new CEO Elon Musk took the original Twitter logo and changed it to an “X”. After this…
Dogs
Dogs are social animals that like the company of people and other dogs. As you might already know, dogs have a lot of breeds — around 450 kinds! Often known as “man’s best friend,” dogs have an…
Do We Have Free Will? This Is What Physics Says.
Did I write this article of my own free will? Or did the Big Bang make me do it? The question of free will has been an active topic of discussion in Western philosophy. From ancient Greeks like Plato…
Iconic Animals: Animals in Southern Africa
“Iconic animals” is the journal series to introduce animals that dwell in each continent of Earth. In each of the articles, you can get detailed information about wild animals that you may not be…
Challenges Facing South Korean Musical Theater Industry
South Korea’s musical theater industry has gained a reputation for having outstanding performers and unique blend of Korean traditional and modern musical theater styles. However, as the musical…
Imitation
Original Mona Lisa and Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci's student. Mimic work refers to copying other people's paintings. It includes both tracing, which follows the trajectory of the stroke as it is…
New Recent Scientific Discoveries
In this journal, I am going to introduce two new recent scientific discoveries. 1. Ancient Proteins Offer New Clues about Origin of Life on Earth Scientists at Johns Hopkins University and Charles…
David Jamin: A Dandy from the Provence
"The three keywords of my life and work are freedom, compassion, and love of life." - David Jamin In 2021, David Jamin, an emotional artist in the contemporary art world known to the Korean public for…
Design Factory
The Hanover industrial fair, also known as the Hannover Messe, is one of the largest and most prestigious trade fairs for industrial technology in the world. It takes place annually in Hanover…
Semiconductor
After the invention of semiconductors, our lives and the level of technology has improved quickly. You might have heard how important semiconductors are. To go deeper into this topic, we should first…
Stop Calling Quantum Entanglement “Spooky”
With quantum mechanics becoming a very hot topic among the scientific community due to exciting technologies like quantum computers and quantum teleportation, a lot of interest has been directed…
Iconic Animals: Animals in South America
“Iconic animals” is the journal series to introduce animals that dwell in each continent of Earth. The first series of Iconic Animals starts with South America! South America, where countries like…
“The Phantom of the Opera” Closing on Broadway
Overture / Hannibal The Phantom Of The Opera Think Of Me (From 'The Phantom Of The Opera' Motion Picture) Angel Of Music (From 'The Phantom Of The Opera' Motion Picture) WHILE READING THIS ARTICLE, I…
Criticisms Towards Contemporary Art
Contemporary art refers to art that began between 1950 and 1970, and continues to this day. The biggest feature of art during this period is that with the emergence of photographs, painters are no…
Aw, Rats. Boston Is Under Rodent Attack!
awrats The city of Boston, MA, the vibrant and bustling city known for its rich history, world-class universities, and delicious lobsters, is facing an unexpected and unwelcomed visitor: rodents — the…
Vivian Maier
An opportunity to see Vivian Maier's works finally arrived in Seoul. Maier is called with various titles, including mysterious genius photographers, craftsmen of Lolliplex, mysterious street…
AI Technology Permeated Through People’s Lives
Google’s Previous Search Engine System BERT (Bidirectional Encoder Representations from Transformers) is a machine learning (ML) model for natural language processing. It was developed in 2018 by…
What is ChatGPT?
The artificial intelligence industry has quietly gotten bigger and improved with a fast speed. These days, ChatGPT has been the main discussion topic in the artificial intelligence industry. What does…