With all due honesty, FOMO, or the fear of missing out, is not just a social media acronym—it is a real-life stress-inducer. We should probably face it: FOMO messes with our heads. It makes us feel like we are not living our best lives unless we are constantly out of the house, attending every socia
In 1979, the South Korean government fell to a military coup d’état that was carried out by former President Chun Doo-Hwan, who was a South Korean soldier at that time. The coup was successful with Chun seizing power as a dictator, leading to one of South Korea’s darkest moments in history. “12.12:
Soccer is my greatest teacher because it has taught me the value of being a true leader. When I first started playing soccer, I was only one of the two Asian players on my team. I remember feeling neglected and discriminated against because before I got a chance to prove myself, I was labeled as inf
Encanto is an American musical fantasy film animated in 2021 by Walt Disney Animation Studios. Setting place in Encanto, a small village that is opened through magic, the story features the Madrigal family with a history of magical abilities gifted to every family member when they turn five, except
With the rise of individualism, some say that people these days tend to compare each other less than before. However, in a world where you can peak into the lives of others online through YouTube vlogs and Instagram feeds, it is still not easy to keep your own standards and live an “absolute” life,
I would like to introduce five of the most impressive places that I visited throughout my trip to Sydney, Australia with my family. Gap Park was the first destination of my trip that made me realize I was truly in Australia. Despite the thick fog obscuring the horizon that day, the cliffs and the cr
The 2004 teen comedy film “Mean Girls,” starring Rachel McAdams and Lindsay Lohan, struck the pop culture scene with its impact so powerful it is still observable today, 20 years later. Not only are iconic lines like “On Wednesdays, we wear pink,” still frequently being used, but the film itself has
Welcome back, dear readers! A hearty welcome to you all from the Ewha Voice office as I settle into the desk of the Editor-in-Chief, a position that still feels somewhat unfamiliar to me. I could not have imagined myself here two years ago when I joined the organization as an assistant reporter, onl
Three months have passed since I left Ewha Voice. It is no exaggeration to say that Ewha Voice was my everything for the past two years of college life, as I right away became a reporter here as soon as I entered Ewha. I did struggle and wander a lot while working as a journalist for the first time
Looking back to South Korea some 10 years ago, individualism was nowhere to be discussed. Influence of the famous Asian Confucianism emphasizing cooperation of individuals for better results of a group, merged with South Korea’s successful development from a developing country into a developed count
“Elemental” is an animated Pixar movie that was released in July of this year. The movie is set in a world where four different elements, namely fire, water, land, and air, live together in Element City. Although “Elemental” is a love story between two different elements, the main character Ember’s
Baseball has become a “culture” since its introduction in Korea over a century ago. The industry gradually grew into a cherished pastime with a unique culture and a passionate fan base. The professional baseball league was first founded with six teams in 1982. The first game in Korea Baseball Organi
In an era where Instagram story reposts seem to hold the reins of change, it is entirely up to us, the advocates, to take a step back and ponder the effectiveness and inclusivity of our advocacy efforts. The tendency to champion specific causes while neglecting others, and our dependency on social m
“Superband” is a reality survival show broadcasted in 2019, where 121 indie musicians, from street performers to classical musicians were invited. Such musicians were required to perform in teams and compete with each other, leading some groups to be eliminated. After the elimination process, the wi
Avocados, once a humble fruit, have become an iconic symbol of modern diets, particularly among millennials and Generation Z. Their creamytexture and versatile flavor make them a staple in various culinary creations, and they have undeniably left a significant mark on the food market. Everybody is i
In January 2019, I stopped eating meat. More specifically, I started a pescatarian diet, where I cut out meat but do eat fish, eggs, and dairy. At the time, I was living in Malaysia, a multicultural country mostly consisting of the Malays, Chinese, and Indians. Such diversity provided several dietar
“The Pacific, 1944. On this vast stage, America is about to confront Japan in one of the most extraordinary naval conflicts the world has ever seen.” This is a narration from the history documentary “World War II in Color: Road to Victory,” describing the Battle of the Philippine Sea. Unlike any oth
It was truly hard to find a topic to write about. First thought was to write a useful column for possible readers but then the thought of telling people what I wanted to say about my country won over it. Therefore, this writing will be about how I have been thinking of people from other countries ha
Recently, I went to watch the movie “Concrete Utopia” at the theater. It is one of the movies that heated up this summer, and the film industry and theaters are currently in a mood of revival after COVID-19 turned into an endemic. The opening scene of “Concrete Utopia” shows the history of apartment
“Street Woman Fighter 2” is an all-female dance survival franchise where eight dance crews fight to become Korea’s number one in 2023. Followed by season one’s success in 2021, the second season is special in that it features global dance crews from different countries. To introduce, the dance crews