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With the rapid development of media, we consume vast amounts of information through sources like the Internet and social platforms. These outside influences inevitably shape how we view the world around us. The term “Trial by Media”  refers to the way media coverage molds public opinion to “reach a verdict” and convict the accused before official legal proceedings even begin. This culture of conviction before trial became normalized with the rise of social media, and it conti

Discussions about the Korean education system often begin with achievement. International assessments, university admissions, and measurable outcomes dominate the conversation. From a distance, the system appears effective: students perform well, standards are high, and expectations are clear. Success is visible, repeatable, and statistically supported. In global comparisons, Korea rarely looks uncertain. What receives far less attention is not what the system produces, but h

A grading dispute involving University of Oklahoma student Samantha Fulnecky has jumped from a psychology classroom into a national argument about religion, speech, and what “college level” writing requires in an evidence based literature. Fulnecky, a junior, received a zero on an assignment after submitting an essay that cited the Bible and described belief in multiple genders as “demonic,” according to reporting on the case. The assignment came from a Lifespan Development c

Millions of customers trusted the glossy promise of convenience, rapid deliveries, seamless shopping experiences, and the slick interface of a sophisticated platform. They believed that a company as large and recognizable as Coupang guaranteed safety and reliability. Yet when the system finally cracked open, consumers discovered that convenience had been purchased at the cost of vulnerability, and their trust had been exchanged for negligence. Progress and Speed Over Safety C

In a world obsessed with progress, the push for artificial intelligence to replace certain jobs seems almost inevitable. On paper, the argument is simple: AI can work faster, longer, and for less money than any human. Companies see higher profits, governments save resources, and consumers enjoy cheaper services. But beneath the buzzwords of "efficiency" and "innovation," a more important question emerges: are we willing to trade away dignity and purpose for the sake of produc

Masses of students all cross the gates of the campus building, adhering to the mandated uniforms, standardized backpacks, carrying identical textbooks. They celebrate by improving scores, trapped by the assumption that they are becoming smarter. However, when they walk out the gates, they end up less intelligent than when they entered. We have, until modern day, continued to assume that more education leads to smarter individuals. While this may be true to how modern society

The 10 stages of genocide  by the Holocaust Memorial Day Trust is a model used to depict signs of genocide and spread awareness. On a busy evening of December 3, 2025, the Trump administration launched a major immigration raid operation in New Orleans and surrounding areas, called “Catahoula Crunch”. Launched by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), it focused on arresting “Illegal Aliens” who have committed crimes, using heavily armed federal agents to violently detain

Strawmanning is the act of undermining the opponent’s claim to quickly and hastily rebut it. The term captures the behavior of politicians in televised debates. Particularly for charged topics, it seems easier and convenient to drastically alter the disagreeing opinion to paint it as a ridiculous idea. Historically, any call for welfare reform in the West was often met with the strawman rebuttal: “So, you want socialism?” Steelmanning, however, is the opposite of strawmanning

Improvement of feedback quality and interpersonal effectiveness is essential to professional growth and cohesive workplace culture. Various communication and management models and frameworks have, therefore, been developed to address the challenges of employee development and conflict resolution, each with emphasis on clarity, empathy, and structure. This review looks at three salient concepts: Radical Candor, the Difficult Conversations model, and the SBI tool. These form cr

Feminist’ flags waved on International Women’s Day in downtown Seoul, South Korea, March 8, 2024. Photo by Jung Yeon-je / AFP, published in Le Monde . In South Korea, a nation globally recognized for its technological innovations, cultural influence, and rapid recovery from war and foreign occupation, one word continuously ignites hostility: feminism . It should be fairly simple – as feminism is a belief in and an advocate for gender equality – but in the sphere of the Korean

Image visualising 70/30 ratio of listening to speaking No. The 70/30 ratio isn’t some investing advice given by your finance bro down the street. While it is admittedly also the best fat to lean meat ratio for burger patties, the 70/30 ratio is a technique to ensure that our conversations are productive, fulfilling, and informative. The principle is simple: making 70% of our dialogue questions or clarifying statements and making 30% of our dialogue announcements or declarativ

The idea that the "simplest" explanation is best has a long pedigree. From the Latin maxim "simplex sigillum veri" -simplicity is the seal of truth-to Ockham's razor and George Pólya's praise of elegant solutions in mathematics, we have been taught to equate simplicity with honesty, clarity, and even virtue. A neat argument seems more trustworthy than a tangled one; a single cause feels more satisfying than a messy web of factors. But in matters political, historical, of iden

Silence is often framed as a sign of caution, professionalism, or even wisdom. We are taught that not everything needs to be said, that restraint is maturity, and that calm surfaces prevent unnecessary conflict. Especially in institutional settings such as schools, organizations, workplaces, silence is frequently praised as stability. Speaking less feels safer than saying the wrong thing. But in difficult conversations, silence rarely remains neutral. More often, it becomes a

“Infographic: The Echo Chamber Effect” Political polarization has been growing in many two-party systems such as the United States, which can partly be attributed to growing distrust of the media. Surveys show that fewer Americans believe news organizations report accurate and unbiased information. With media organizations being affected by incentives and political agendas, Americans are more reluctant to accept information from sources that disagree with their preexisting po

Community service can be thought of as an act of generosity—a way to show compassion, give back, and help others. But with the rising competition for college admissions, a new question begs to be asked: is volunteering truly about making a difference, or has it become just another line on a resume?