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1 in 4 Infertility Patients Stop Treatment Due to Costs, Male Patients Surge 67% Over 7 Years

The number of infertility patients is rising rapidly due to delayed marriage and childbirth, facing severe economic and psychological burdens. While male infertility cases have surged by 67% over seven years, many couples are forced to stop treatment due to high costs and social prejudice.

한도경 · 2026.09.21

건강 & 과학

Einstein's Doubt of 'Spooky Action at a Distance': The Reality of Quantum Entanglement Proven by Bell's Inequality Experiments

The article explores the historical tension between Einstein's belief in Local Realism and the probabilistic nature of quantum mechanics, detailing how Bell's Inequality and subsequent experiments by Alain Aspect eventually proved the existence of Quantum Entanglement.

오유진 · 2026.09.21

문화 & 라이프

"Limited to 5 per person" 3,000 won giant toast: The 40-year-old handmade taste preserved by a Vietnamese daughter-in-law

Jeong Su-hyeon, a daughter-in-law from Vietnam, is continuing her parents-in-law's 40-year legacy of making affordable, hearty giant toast at a traditional market in Seoul. Despite her initial intention to quit after her mother-in-law's passing, the requests from loyal customers led her back to the grill to preserve the cherished flavor.

임도현 · 2026.09.21

문화 & 라이프

"A Failure on Land, but a Seal in the Water" Why a 40kg Bulldog Follows the Fishing Boat

Kim Yong-il, a maritime rescue veteran, and his English Bulldog, Bada, share a unique daily life in Boryeong, South Chungcheong Province. While Bada struggles with physical limitations on land, the dog transforms into an expert swimmer in the water and accompanies his owner on fishing trips.

임도현 · 2026.09.21

건강 & 과학

On the Moon with One-Sixth Gravity, is it possible to build buildings taller than on Earth?

The article explores the physical and structural challenges of building tall structures on the Moon, where gravity is one-sixth of Earth's, noting that issues like pressure differentials and material limits are more significant than gravity alone.

진서우 · 2026.09.21

건강 & 과학

"Foreign ligaments entering my body"... The rigorous processes of tissue banks that erase unfamiliar cells

A Kokobora video explains the scientific processes used by tissue banks to process and store human tissues, ensuring they can be transplanted without immune rejection. The video details everything from ultra-low temperature storage to sterilization methods that eliminate donor cells to prevent rejection.

오유진 · 2026.09.21

건강 & 과학

Surviving Even After 5 Years of Starvation, Armored Snails... TOP 5 Unknown Deep-Sea Creatures

In the program "If? Rank!" on YTN Science, Dr. Kim Dong-seong from the Korea Institute of Ocean Science and Technology and science communicator Science Dream reveal the incredible survival strategies of deep-sea creatures.

오유진 · 2026.09.21

문화 & 라이프

8 Side Dishes for 1,000 Won: The Reason Why a Owner with 40 Years of Stubbornness Shouts "Leave if You Are Noisy"

This article explores the enduring charm of 'Daepotjip' (traditional Korean pubs), featuring unique establishments with strict rules, generous portions, and cultural significance. It highlights various owners' philosophies, from enforcing quiet atmospheres to providing incredibly cheap side dishes at five-day markets and serving as cultural hubs for artists.

임도현 · 2026.09.21

테크 & 미래

K-Water Electrolysis Technology Overcomes Renewable Energy Irregularity, Opening the Way for Mass Production of Green Hydrogen

Researchers at the Korea Institute of Energy Research Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Research Group have developed a Load-Following Water Electrolysis Stack and advanced separator technology to overcome the instability of renewable energy, paving the way for efficient green hydrogen production.

오유진 · 2026.09.21

문화 & 라이프

Without Bait, Using 1,000m Fishing Lines... How Heuksando Fishermen Wait for Winter Skate

Fishermen from Heuksando Island use traditional "Junak" fishing methods to catch winter skate, relying on experience and specific seasonal patterns. The article explores the grueling process of fishing, the economic value of the catch, and the local traditions that sustain the industry.

임도현 · 2026.09.21

사회 & 이슈

"There is no criminal look" — Director Pyo Chang-won explains how to read human nature

Director Pyo Chang-won explains that human nature is revealed through consistent patterns of choice rather than physical appearance or isolated incidents. He emphasizes that understanding whether a person chooses what is right over what is profitable is the key to judging character.

한도경 · 2026.09.21

문화 & 라이프

"My paintings are the residue of asceticism" – The confession of a master who fought with the canvas for 14 hours a day for 50 years

Master of South Korean contemporary art and pioneer of Dansaekhwa, Park Seo-Bo, reveals that his art is not a display of skill but a trace of a painful process of self-refinement. He describes his repetitive creative process as a form of asceticism aimed at healing the world.

임도현 · 2026.09.21

문화 & 라이프

"The reason why your stomach hurts when a cousin buys land"... The identity of 'covert narcissism' that holds us back

Psychiatrist Kim Ji-yong explains the phenomenon of 'covert narcissism' in Korean society, where social pressures to be humble lead individuals to hide superiority complexes behind a facade of inadequacy. He also discusses the importance of social connection and managing expectations to prevent helplessness and jealousy.

오유진 · 2026.09.21

문화 & 라이프

"Listen to your wife and even poop will appear while you sleep"... The 'Different Dreams' of a couple who built a 4-story house with a 90-pyeong garden

A couple built a unique 4-story house in Yongin Special City, featuring a massive 90-pyeong garden and a V-shaped structure designed to respect neighbors. Despite initial disagreements over the house's design, the couple now enjoys a home that balances public hospitality on the first floor with private relaxation on the upper levels.

임도현 · 2026.09.21

문화 & 라이프

"Resolving the Sorrow of Artifacts" The Scene of the 'Costume Contest' that Turned the National Museum of Korea into a Runway

The finals of the '2026 National Museum of Korea Costume Contest: Nationwide Edition' were held at the National Museum of Korea, where participants reinterpreted historical artifacts through creative costumes. The grand prize was awarded to Jeon Eun-seul for her portrayal of the Blue-and-white Porcelain Carp-shaped Water Dropper.

임도현 · 2026.09.21

테크 & 미래

"What if I have to take a detour for 5 minutes longer?" The reason holiday congestion won't disappear even with autonomous vehicles

The video explains why traffic jams occur due to "phantom jams" and how even a single autonomous vehicle can mitigate congestion. It also explores the philosophical dilemma between individual user equilibrium and system optimization in future autonomous driving.

진서우 · 2026.09.21

세계 이슈

"The Power Dynamic Has Shifted" The Reason Why Xi Jinping Chose Pyongyang After 7 Years and North Korea's 'East Sea Card'

According to a KBS documentary, the recent North Korea-China summit saw a shift in power dynamics where North Korea held the upper hand despite China's high-level protocol. While China seeks access to the East Sea via the Tumen River to support its "common prosperity" goals, North Korea is leveraging its relationship with Russia and its nuclear capabilities to maintain strategic autonomy.

배윤호 · 2026.09.21

문화 & 라이프

"If I load the luggage, he just lies down" The companionship of a mountain man and a donkey walking silently along rough mountain paths

The article follows the lives of two men living in isolation with animals: Lee Il-woo, who manages a mountain prayer house with his two donkeys, and Park Yeong-sik, who manages a large black goat ranch in Pyeongchang.

임도현 · 2026.09.21

경제 & 커리어

"They said it was impossible in South Korea" The ambition of three men challenging 200,000 won per kg wasabi

Three young men in Pyeongchang, Gangwon Province, are attempting to mass-produce wasabi, a high-value crop that is notoriously difficult to grow in South Korea. They are utilizing precision environmental control technology to overcome extreme weather and cultivation challenges.

문세영 · 2026.09.21

문화 & 라이프

"From Failure to Hit" Ramen Born from Fried Dishes and the Ice Cream Cone Created by Waffles

This article explores how several popular foods, including instant ramen, Popsicle, and ice cream cones, were created through unexpected accidents or coincidental moments rather than intentional design. It also provides practical tips for cooking more delicious ramen.

임도현 · 2026.09.21

문화 & 라이프

"Buying a Home in Seoul at 29" A 60-Year-Old Old House Bought with Everything He Had, a Family's History Completed Through Three Remodeling Phases

A husband and wife transformed a 60-year-old old house in Huam-dong, Yongsan District, into a living space that evolves with their family through three major renovations. After purchasing the house at a young age using all his savings, the architecture major husband and his wife turned a dilapidated structure into a home that accommodates their growing child and new professional ventures.

임도현 · 2026.09.21

문화 & 라이프

"A Feast for 600 People with 4 Months of Preparation": The Scene of the Day a New Ger is Covered for Mongolian Nomads

The video explores the wonders of Lake Khövsgöl and the profound communal traditions of Mongolian nomads, specifically focusing on the significant ceremony of building and covering a new ger for a son of marriageable age.

임도현 · 2026.09.21

문화 & 라이프

"Hometown Submerged Under Water": The Warmth of Yekki Village, Created by Displaced Residents and Newcomers Who Have Endured for 50 Years

The article tells the story of Yekki Village in Andong, a community built on a barren hillside by residents displaced by the construction of the Andong Dam in 1976. It explores how the village is being revitalized through the coexistence of original displaced residents and new residents, such as artists and those returning to the countryside.

임도현 · 2026.09.21

문화 & 라이프

"It is a symbol of freedom" Why middle-aged men gather at a remote location 700m above sea level through rugged paths

Three friends have created a secret hideout in the deep mountains of Wonju, Gangwon Province, while Na Yeong-in manages a traditional Mongolian ger in Pyeongchang to enjoy a life of freedom in nature.

임도현 · 2026.09.21