- November 28, 2024
Seoul Metro’s Financial Crisis Sounds Warning Bell for Global Transit Systems
Seoul Metro, the operator of Seoul’s subway lines 1-8, is forecasting a critical financial shortfall of up to 1 trillion won (approximately $750 million) for
Six US States Push Forward with EV Mandate Despite Trump Opposition: Setting Up Clash Between Trump and Newsom
Six U.S. states, led by California, are moving forward with their zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate starting next year, despite opposition from former President Donald Trump,
Youth Activism: Vital Contributions for the Future
Grace Chun, Orange County School of the Arts, 9th grade Although some believe that Youth Activism is harmful to society because at times it is
AI effect on learning
Brian Lee (10th Grade, West Ranch High School) ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence (AI) that can give a detailed answer to nearly any user question, has
NYC Mayor Pushes for Stronger Involuntary Commitment Policy as LA Faces Similar Crisis
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is doubling down on his controversial policy of involuntary hospitalization for homeless individuals with severe mental illness, following a
캘리포니아서 한식 알리는 ‘아이 러브 김치’ 행사
캘리포니아주 한국학교 교사들이 만든 비영리단체인 한국어교육재단(이사장 구은희)은 산타클라라 캠벨시에서 동포들과 현지인이 함께한 ‘아이 러브 김치’ 행사를 열었다고 20일 밝혔다. 캘리포니아주 의회가 제정한 11월 22일 ‘김치의
California Voters Reject Progressive Policies, Declare ‘War on Crime’
Los Angeles residents show overwhelming support for new DA Nathan Hackman as California voters decisively turn away from a decade of progressive criminal justice reforms.
LA Times’ Bold Pivot: A Progressive Giant’s March Toward the Center
Will a Billionaire’s Gamble Revive the Paper’s Fortune? The Los Angeles Times, the West Coast’s journalistic powerhouse, stands at a crossroads. In a recent Fox
Towards Health Equity: The Imperative of Preventive Healthcare
Kayla M. Roh, Fairmont Preparatory Academy, Grade: 10 Preventive healthcare, characterized by a proactive approach to detecting, mitigating, and averting health issues before they escalate, is a critical
No Friendship is an Accident
Ellen Hwang, Sunny Hills High School, 10th grade “No friendship is an accident,” mentioned American writer O. Henry. In other words, the people we encounter
AOC’s Instagram Q&A Backfires: Critics Say She Misses the Point on Democratic Defeat
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s recent Instagram session draws criticism for tone-deaf response to Harris loss In what critics are calling a serious misreading of the political
The Curious Case of Saint Clooney’s Billion-Dollar Spirit
Oh, how wonderfully amusing it is to witness the tale of Hollywood’s favorite progressive poster boy, George Clooney, and his “accidental” journey into billion-dollar entrepreneurship.
The Democratic Party’s Disconnect: Understanding the Immigrant Voter Shift
Recent electoral outcomes in the United States reflect not an intellectual decline but rather a fundamental misalignment between Democratic Party priorities and the pragmatic concerns
California’s Political Landscape: Democratic Stronghold Shows Signs of Strain Amid Olympic Concerns
Recent political shifts in California indicate growing cracks in what has long been considered a Democratic stronghold, raising concerns about the state’s ability to handle
California Democratic Party’s Dangerous Disconnect from Reality
The recent U.S. elections resulted in a sweeping Republican victory, securing not only the presidency but also majorities in both chambers of Congress. This decisive
Trump’s Victory Reflects Americans’ Fatigue with Progressive Democratic Policies
In a clear rebuke to the Democratic establishment, former President Donald Trump has effectively secured his path to becoming the 47th President of the United
Korean American Candidates Set to Shape California Political Landscape
In the upcoming California elections, Korean American candidates are poised to make significant impacts across multiple races, drawing intense interest from the Korean American community.
Haley Endorses Trump as ‘Better Choice’ Ahead of US Election
Just two days before the U.S. presidential election on November 5, former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley, who previously competed against Donald Trump in the Republican
Is a college degree worth incurring significant debt?
Juhwan Kim, Cypress High School, 12th grade In today’s world, going to college is expected, but with rising costs of tuition, many students contemplate on
Discovering my Roots through Dance
Alice Chae, Sunny Hills High School, 10th Grade Growing up in the U.S. as part of a Korean family, I often felt disconnected from my
The American Dream
Kayla Roh, Fairmont Preparatory Academy 10th grade Who is America? A family finishes dinner and cleans up, carelessly throwing away their uneaten leftovers. Somewhere far
Biology and Psychology
Amber Arnott, Fairfax Highschool 11th Grade Do you ever wonder if psychology is biological? Biology is relevant to everyone, meaning that the physiology of the
Navigating the Courts
Emily Lee, PAVA District 9 Hit, return, repeat. I am currently a junior varsity player for the Sunny Hills High School tennis team. Although JV
” The power of resilience ”
Juhwan Kim ,Cypress High School 12th Grade High school football is a sport of physical and mental challenges. As a defensive end, I faced my
Lesson learned from playing the violin
Grace Chun, Orange County School of the Arts, 9th grade From the moment I walked in front of the audience and took my first bow
CJ Bibigo Halts Sales of Select Dumplings Due to Plastic Contamination
October 24, 2024 The South Korean Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) announced today that it has ordered a recall and sales suspension of
California’s Controversial SB 357 Law Sparks Prostitution Surge in LA’s Koreatown
A controversial California law that went into effect last year has transformed Western Avenue in Los Angeles’ Koreatown into what local residents are calling an
LA Metro to Test Concealed Weapon Detection Technology Amid Rising Transit Violence
Los Angeles, CA – The Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) is set to implement new concealed weapon detection technology at its facilities, as the
David Kim’s Police Defunding Proposal: Between Concerns and Expectations
Korean-American candidate David Kim’s proposal to reduce police funding in his campaign for the U.S. House of Representatives in California’s 34th District has sparked controversy.
LA Times Highlights Increasing Trend of Korean-Americans’ Reverse Migration
The Los Angeles Times has shed light on the growing trend of reverse migration among Korean-Americans. This phenomenon isn’t limited to retired Korean-American seniors with
California Spends $42,000 Per Homeless Person, Yet Crisis Worsens
In a shocking display of fiscal irresponsibility, California has poured a staggering $24 billion into addressing its homelessness crisis over the past five years. Despite
The Willow Project: Environmental Problems and Solutions
By: Jane Kwak, Grade 11, Fullerton Union High School On March 13, 2023, one of the most controversial and detrimental environmentalprojects was approved to continue.
Koreatown Metro Plaza Issues: Progress in Sight?
Metro and Building Management Meet to Address Long-standing Problems On October 16th, at approximately 12:30 PM, a significant meeting took place at the Wilshire and
Debate Intensifies Over Protection of Korean OTT Industry
In a recent development that has sparked intense debate in South Korea’s media landscape, calls for government support of domestic Over-The-Top (OTT) platforms have met
Racial Attack on Asian Students at Charter School Sparks Outrage
A shocking incident of racial violence has come to light at Larchmont Charter School, where two Korean-American elementary students were reportedly assaulted by a group
Los Angeles Fire Department Overwhelmed by Drug Overdose Calls in MacArthur Park Area
In the heart of Los Angeles, the once-vibrant West Lake MacArthur Park area has become a dystopian nightmare. Fire truck sirens wail incessantly, day and
The Power of Our Vote: Beyond the Presidential Race
As November 5th approaches, bringing with it the U.S. presidential election, a concerning trend has emerged within our California Korean-American community. Many among us have
Tesla’s Robocab Reveal: A Letdown for Innovation-Hungry Investors
In a move that has left many Wall Street investors underwhelmed, Tesla CEO Elon Musk unveiled the company’s much-anticipated robotaxi prototype on Wednesday. The event,
South Korean Novelist Han Kang Wins 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature
Global media outlets, including The New York Times (NYT), Financial Times (FT), and Reuters, rushed to report the news of Han Kang winning the 2024
LA’s Public Health Fiasco: A Comedy of Errors
Welcome to Los Angeles, the City of Angels – or should we say, the City of Public Urination and Defecation? Ah, nothing quite like the
Neglected Issues Plague LA’s Koreatown Streets
In a troubling display of urban neglect, the streets of Los Angeles’ Koreatown continue to be marred by unchecked disruptive behavior and accumulating waste. This
LA Metro Safety Crisis: Time for Radical Change
In the wake of yesterday’s horrific attempted bus hijacking and fatal shooting on an LA Metro bus, city officials have once again been forced to
Controversy Over ‘Unarmed Response Team’ in LA’s Koreatown: “Effectiveness Questioned”
As violent crimes increase in the area, a program introducing ‘unarmed response teams’ to address police shortage is set to expand to LA’s Koreatown. However,
$50,000 Reward Offered in Fatal LA Scooter Hit-and-Run Case Involving Korean Man
Los Angeles police are searching for a suspect in a hit-and-run incident involving an electric scooter that resulted in the death of a Korean man.
Newsom Vetoes Bill on Undocumented Student Employment, Distancing from Progressive Democrats
In a move that further separates him from the more radical elements of the Democratic Party, California Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill on Friday
Wavve’s Downfall: Content Drought and Subscriber Exodus
Once hailed as Netflix’s formidable rival, South Korea’s leading OTT service Wavve is now facing a severe crisis. Today’s Herald Economy reports, “Wavve, once considered
The Paradox of Progress: California’s Progressive Politics Unraveled
California, long heralded as a bastion of progressive politics, finds itself entangled in a web of ironies that challenge its very ethos. The Golden State’s
California’s Political Experiments: The Hidden Cost of Progress
California has long been known as a frontrunner in progressive policies in the United States. However, beneath the veneer of ‘progress’ lies a dangerous political
LA’s Public Restroom Crisis Exposed by 2028 Olympic Preparations
As Los Angeles gears up to host the 2028 Olympic Games, a longstanding urban issue has come into sharp focus: the city’s severe lack of
