Social Media Minute

Mar 10 2025 774 ep. 13 mins 5

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What’s hot, what’s trending now on social media platforms and beyond

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Social Media Minute 03/10/2025

Mar 10 2025 16 mins

1. Local governments embrace AI, but concerns grow over use and security2. Childhood obesity in Korea is rising, putting kids at risk for adult diseases3. AI-generated “doctors” are spreading misinformation online, experts warn

Social Media Minute 03/07/2025

Mar 07 2025 14 mins

1. Fukushima women apologize to Jeju divers over wastewater release2. Majority of Seoul residents support raising free subway ride age3. 90s blockbuster Shiri returns to theaters with 4K remaster

Social Media Minute 03/06/2025

Mar 06 2025 15 mins

1. South Korea’s 10,000-won housing gains popularity among young people and newlyweds2. More young Americans are skipping college for high-paying trade jobs3. Sanitation workers recover lost cash after 8-hour search through trash

Social Media Minute 03/05/2025

Mar 05 2025 14 mins

1. A school with just one new student: The changing reality of shrinking classrooms2. Ukrainians push back against criticism of Zelenskyy’s attire, flooding social media with support3. Melania Trump makes first solo appearance as first lady, backs deepfake porn ban

Social Media Minute 03/04/2025

Mar 04 2025 16 mins

1. Mikey Madison’s surprise Best Actress win over Demi Moore shakes up the Oscars2. James Bond fans speculate next 007 could be a woman after Oscars tribute3. Heavy snow transforms Korea’s east coast overnight

Social Media Minute 03/03/2025

Mar 03 2025 16 mins

1. Sharon Choi’s journey from aspiring filmmaker to Bong Joon-ho’s interpreter and back2. Western tourists return to North Korea after five-year hiatus

Social Media Minute 02/28/2025

Feb 28 2025 15 mins

1. South Korea’s semiconductor industry faces growing competition from China2. Historic nameplate from Gyeongbokgung’s most sacred hall returns to Korea3. Han River ferry service with bus-like routes to launch test run next month

Social Media Minute 02/27/2025

Feb 27 2025 15 mins

1. At 87, she’s just getting started—Korean woman begins university after decades of hard work2. Daiso’s low-cost supplements spark backlash from pharmacists3. Academy Museum to showcase Bong Joon-ho’s creative process in major exhibition

Social Media Minute 02/26/2025

Feb 26 2025 15 mins

1. Roberta Flack. Grammy-winning “Killing me softly” singer has died at age 88.2. More controversy over food products from THEBORN Korea3. Ramen shop owner offers cash bounty for customers who left bad review

Social Media Minute 02/25/2025

Feb 25 2025 15 mins

1. Spring flowers expected to bloom two weeks later than last year2. A struggling young man returns with a gift, and a simple act of kindness comes full circle3. Restaurant owner vents frustration over diners asking for free extra rice despite generous portions