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Compiled by A. Gemechu, B. Al-Hadithi, J.B. Espia, S. Aow, H.R. KimDesigned by C. Lee
Feature
ChaeYeon Ryu Editor-in-Chief
2023.10.13 21:19
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Dear Reader,I rest my head on the glass window, looking at the familiar spread of green fields and tangled overhead power lines that pass swiftly by. I take out and admire the intricate origami crafts that my younger cousin had meticulously folded and put into my bag, some of which had crumpled and
Letter
ChaeYeon Ryu Editor-in-Chief
2023.10.13 21:19
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Depending on classification schemes, Korean is either one of a few members of a small language group called Koreanic, or a language isolate — a language that has no demonstrable relationship with any other language. Furthermore, the geographical proximity and historical closeness between Korea, Japa
Feature
Alazar Teka Gemechu Junior Staff Reporter
2023.10.13 21:19
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The Journey of Korean Language: A 1500-Year SagaBy Balsam Al-HadithiThe Korean language, with its unique script and rich history, unveils a captivating tale of linguistic evolution that spans over fifteen centuries. Together we will delve into the origins and evolution of the Korean language, sheddi
Feature
Balsam Al-Hadithi Junior Staff Reporter
2023.10.13 21:19
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Learning Korean or any foreign language for that matter is not an easy feat. It is a skill that not only requires heavy memorization, but also the ability to apply an extensive list of rules in real-time. Proper handwriting, precise pronunciation, and knowledge about colloquial language conventions
Feature
Jan Brey Espia Junior Staff Reporter
2023.10.13 21:19
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As the elders say: “Kids these days.” With every new generation of “kids”, newly coined terms, new abbreviations, and new spellings have emerged. Interjections like “헐” (heol) and “대박” (daebak) are now commonplace. Words or phrases are abbreviated to the point that the phrase “all sorts of things ar
Feature
Hae-Rim Kim Senior Staff Reporter
2023.10.13 21:19
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Hangeul, the Korean alphabet, is the official writing system for the Korean language. It was created in 1443 by King Sejong the Great of the Joseon Dynasty to increase literacy rates of the people. Hanja, the writing system that preceded Hangeul, uses traditional Chinese characters and was solely us
Feature
Aow Si Li, Sara Junior Staff Reporter
2023.10.13 21:19
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The unveiling of the iPhone 15 has catalyzed discussions worldwide, resonating across diverse markets while navigating a spectrum of acclaim and criticism. The narrative around its launch unfolds a saga of technological advancement, environmental strides, and the accompanying controversies which hav
Editorial
Muhammad Faizan Zahid Junior Staff Reporter
2023.10.13 21:19
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The word “compassion” ultimately comes from the Latin word compati, meaning “to suffer with”. A great many of our great humanitarian values — the care for the sick, the poor, and the disenfranchised, advocating for the voiceless, comforting those in distress — ultimately come from our compassion for
Opinion
Alazar Teka Gemechu Junior Staff Reporter
2023.10.13 21:19
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Electric Vehicles (EVs) represent a paradigm shift in the automobile industry, functioning on electric engines instead of the traditional gasoline or diesel engines. The core of their operation lies in the rechargeable batteries that power electric motors which propel the vehicle. EVs have gained su
Spotlight
Suyoun Lee Staff Reporter
2023.10.13 21:19
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The transition from fossil-fuel powered vehicles to all-electric vehicles (EVs) is widely seen as a critical part of a more environmentally sustainable way of life. Several governments and automobile manufacturers have announced plans to stop the sales of traditional cars completely. It is true that
Spotlight
Zunnoor Awan Staff Reporter
2023.10.13 21:19
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Q: What inspired your decision to choose this specific humanities course? A: I enrolled in Philosophy of Mathematics under the esteemed guidance of Professor Woosuk Park, and my decision was rooted in a fusion of practicality and genuine intrigue. On a pragmatic level, I had been informed by fellow
Herald Asks You
Alazar Teka Gemechu Junior Staff Reporter
2023.10.13 21:19
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Q: What motivated you to take this course?A: To be frank, I took the course because I want to further expand my knowledge in the Humanities and apply these practicalities in scientific research. I already have five years’ worth of a background — I like psychology and have also taken Introduction to
Herald Asks You
Francis Erluph Barro Cabanting Junior Staff Report
2023.10.13 21:19
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Picking an institution for one’s studies is, perhaps, one of the major life decisions that all of us have been faced with at least once. When it comes to choosing the right place, many factors come into consideration, such as academics, research output, and tuition fees. However, once you step foot
Spotlight
Fuad Samadov Staff Reporter
2023.10.13 21:19
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As the scorching heat of summer dies down, the sky is ever so high and clear; the breeze becomes cooler, and the leaves stain themselves in shades of red and yellow — it’s time to go on a hike.Hiking is a pretty common pastime, almost a tradition, in Korea. From a young age, kids are led up low moun
Review
Hae-Rim Kim Senior Staff Reporter
2023.10.13 21:19
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Ahsoka, a spin-off series from the main Star Wars franchise, began on August 22 with the release of two pilot episodes. Directed by Dave Filoni, it is centered around Ahsoka Tano, Anakin Skywalker’s former Padawan (a Jedi Apprentice in the Star Wars universe), the series canonically fills in the lat
Review
Justin Jae Young Kim Head of Culture Division
2023.10.13 21:19
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Whenever I visit The Hyundai Seoul, the most popular mall in Seoul, I am always amazed by the long queues outside luxury brand stores like Dior and Gucci. What’s truly astonishing is that most of the people in line are women in their 20s to early 30s who are already carrying a handbag of another lux
Analysis
Sung-Bin Park Junior Staff Reporter
2023.10.13 21:19
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Professor Hak-Sung Kim from the Department of Biological Sciences has been awarded the esteemed 2023 Enzyme Engineering Award. This recognition is conferred every two years by the International Enzyme Engineering Conference. The award ceremony, with a lecture by the distinguished awardee, happened a
Research
Balsam Al-Hadithi Junior Staff Reporter
2023.10.13 21:19
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Professor Sung-pil Park, the Dean of the KAIST Graduate School of Future Strategy, was honored with a commendation award from the Prime Minister of South Korea for his outstanding contributions to strengthening intellectual property (IP) competitiveness in South Korea on September 6. This recognitio
News
Balsam Al-Hadithi Junior Staff Reporter
2023.10.13 21:19
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In 2018, the Kenyan government entered a joint effort with KAIST to establish the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (Kenya-AIST). After five years have passed, the fulfillment of their vision nears as Kenya-AIST is set to open in Konza Technopolis, dubbed Africa’s “Silicon Savannah”
News
Benedict Fabia Head of Society Division
2023.10.13 21:19