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The Charm of Tradition and Modern Comfort: A Hanok Stay
If you want to experience the true charm of traveling in Korea, why not try a Hanok stay? Hanok is Korea’s traditional housing style, made from natural, eco-friendly materials like wood, paper, and stone, harmonizing with nature. Here, you can immerse yourself in Korean traditional culture while enjoying the comforts of modern amenities. What is a Hanok Stay? A Hanok Stay refers to accommodations that allow guests to stay in Hanok, which are traditional Korean houses. Hanoks are architectural structures made of wood and earth, widely utilized from the Goryeo Dynasty to the Joseon Dynasty. A Hanok Stay preserves these traditional buildings while offering modern amenities for a comfortable, sentimental…
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The World of Postnatal Care
Introducing South Korea’s Postnatal Care Centers to Foreigners Today, I want to talk about postnatal care centers, which are widely used by many women in Korea. Postnatal care offers a period for mothers to rest and recuperate after childbirth. South Korea’s postnatal care centers have a somewhat different system from those in other countries, which I thought would be interesting to introduce to foreigners. Introduction to the Importance of Postnatal Care and the Concept of Korean Postnatal Care Centers Postnatal care refers to the services that support the recovery and caregiving of mothers and newborns after childbirth. It aims to assist in the physical, emotional, nutritional, and social recovery of…
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Government Shutdown: Essential Information to Stay Updated
Federal lawmakers have just two weeks to fund a new budget — or agree to push the deadline. Right now, neither seems likely, meaning the government could shut down. A group of U.S. House Republicans has agreed on a short-term funding bill aimed at preventing a government shutdown at the end of the month. The challenge, however, will be getting everyone on board. Even if the GOP-led House approves the bill, it will likely be shot down by the Democratic-led U.S. Senate. A government shutdown will impact different parts of your life. Here are seven things you need to know. 1. Essential services will continue to run Essential services,…
