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Thu, September 28, 2023 | 16:12

Nostalgic journey to Montreal

Nostalgic journey to Montreal

I have traveled far and wide over the years. All but one of my travels were to satisfy my wanderlust. The only exception was my nostalgic journey to Montreal.

2023-02-15 16:50

Beijing's balloon and practical Asia realities

Beijing's balloon and practical Asia realities

The large balloon launched by China, which drifted at a leisurely pace over North America until shot down by a U.S. F-22 fighter, is definitely an odd addition to international relations. Given today's advanced satellite surveillance, along with other electronics plus human intelligence agents, the purpose of this floating device remains puzzling - and intriguing.

2023-02-14 16:50

Influence of culture on coping: Rethinking interventions

Influence of culture on coping: Rethinking interventions

As a former international student and current mental health professional, I am deeply interested in understanding how culture informs coping strategies in a cross-cultural adjustment context because it provides valuable insight into understanding human behavior that enables sustainable well-being and successful adaptation.

2023-02-13 16:50

When we were children

When we were children

In January, Koreans received a text message from the government that a U.S. satellite was falling out of orbit and there was a possibility that the debris would strike the Korean Peninsula. If parts of the satellite had collided with a nuclear power plant, a skyscraper and so on, it would have been a disaster.

2023-02-12 16:50

Buddhist ties between Korea and Sri Lanka

Buddhist ties between Korea and Sri Lanka

My interest in Sri Lanka dates back to the early 1990s. At the time I was engaged in the raw cotton business with Kabul Lanka Pvt. Ltd in Colombo. I supplied cotton with the company, a joint venture with the Korean Kabul Spinning Company. It was a leading manufacturer and exporter in Sri Lanka's textile sector.

2023-02-09 17:00

US forces strike at extremism in Africa

US forces strike at extremism in Africa

Bilal al-Sudani is not exactly a household name, which is all the more reason to highlight the fact that this dangerous terrorist leader has been removed.

2023-02-08 17:00

In the name of roses

In the name of roses

On my wife's birthday, I purchased a bouquet of roses from a local flower shop and gifted them to her. Their stunning beauty and strong fragrance captivated me, causing me to linger near them for a prolonged period. This beauty has inspired people to cultivate roses in their gardens, along their fences, and in public parks.

2023-02-07 17:00

Penchant for winter mountaineering

Penchant for winter mountaineering

On a nippy Sunday morning in February many years ago, I was on a train to go to Miryang, South Gyeongsang Province. I was going to climb Mount Jaeyak, not far from Miryang city. In my mid-70s and still somewhat thriving, I had not fully recovered from the flu. It had completely exhausted me for two weeks. But I was determined to challenge the high mountain. Like always, I was...

2023-02-06 17:00

Nepotism

Jason Lim's early January opinion piece about nepotism prompted me to say a little bit more about possible entanglements and ethical dilemmas of the activity. Furthermore, his article reminded me of what someone had said long ago: “Aptitude tests show that you will succeed in a business where your father is boss.”

2023-02-05 17:00

As the world drowns in noise

As the world drowns in noise

These days I have been reading a verse from the Book of Matthew (7:7) again and again over several weeks, because these words struck me very much and I wanted to keep them in mind in my daily routine. These words depict God as a gracious, merciful father who is willing to give me anything and everything that I may need. I remember that I made up my mind to keep that in mind. ...

2023-02-02 17:00

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