The World Deconstructed

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Romania’s justice system crisis and allegations of high-level corruption.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Arcadia mayor Eileen Wang resigning after being charged as a Chinese foreign agent.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about the viral “Scientology speedrun” trend, why it exploded on social media, and the debate over whether it is protest, prank culture, or harmful spectacle.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Labour’s election losses, Reform UK’s rise, and the growing pressure on Keir Starmer.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about why many intellectuals and academics are drawn toward left-wing politics and socialism, exploring theories about status, incentives, capitalism, and the role of intellectuals in shaping society.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Singapore’s new rules allowing caning as a last resort punishment for male students who commit serious offences like bullying, within the broader global debate over corporal punishment in schools.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about how our beliefs shape our behavior, influence our health and lifespan, and can be consciously changed to improve our lives and achieve better outcomes.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Amsterdam’s ban on meat and fossil fuel advertising and what it means for climate policy and consumer behavior.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Zambia cancelling a major human rights conference, sparking concerns over censorship and political control.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about the global decline of press freedom to its lowest level in 25 years, the increasing criminalization of journalism, and the political, legal, and security factors driving this trend worldwide.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about King Charles III’s address to Congress, focusing on easing tensions, alliances, and key messages.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about the “Asian mother” stereotype and how it blends strict parenting, cultural pressure, and complicated love.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about a librarian’s fight to save ancient Islamic manuscripts from climate change and decay in Mauritania.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about how overtourism in Athens is straining the city and affecting its residents.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about the history of pet ownership and how recent EU rule changes on pet travel documents are increasing costs and causing disruption for pet owners.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about the election crisis in Peru, marked by leadership resignation, vote delays, and public distrust.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Palantir’s controversial manifesto promoting tech-driven power and AI militarisation, which critics warn could threaten democracy.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about protests and political tensions in Madagascar following arrests of Gen Z activists.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about a historic reversal in migration trends, where more Americans are moving to Ireland than Irish people to the US, driven by political, social, and economic changes in both countries.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Julius Malema’s prison sentencing and appeal, the controversy surrounding his actions and political stance, and the shifting dynamics within South Africa’s opposition politics.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Sudan’s war, recent atrocities, and efforts to address its growing humanitarian crisis.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about the Srebrenica Genocide after 30 years and the denial surrounding it while bones emerge.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Hungary’s election, where Péter Magyar won a landslide victory that ended Viktor Orbán’s 16-year rule and signaled a major political shift toward reform and closer ties with Europe.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Ireland’s deepening fuel crisis, as protests and blockades cause shortages, disrupt transport, and force the government to hold emergency cabinet talks.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about the evolution of timekeeping—from ancient base-60 systems and early civilizations to modern atomic clocks, and how our current system of hours, minutes, and seconds came to be.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Taiwan’s opposition leader Cheng Li-wun visiting China to promote reconciliation and dialogue amid rising cross-strait tensions.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about India’s Supreme Court reviewing its 2018 decision allowing women into the Sabarimala temple and considering broader questions about women’s rights and religious practices.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about how Yakult delivery women in Japan help combat loneliness among the country’s aging population by providing not just probiotic drinks, but also routine, companionship, and informal social care.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Germany’s new military service law and the debate over conscription, security, and personal freedom.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about how Jonathan, the world’s oldest tortoise, became the victim of a viral crypto scam falsely reporting his death on Saint Helena.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Cuba’s deepening crisis, US pressure, and the question of who really holds power—and whether President Diaz-Canel could be replaced.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about China’s OpenClaw AI craze—its rapid rise, productivity promise, and growing risks.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about the election of Avi Lewis as leader of Canada’s New Democratic Party and his plans to rebuild the struggling progressive party after major election losses.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about how broth and soup exist in nearly every culture as a source of comfort, healing, tradition, and nourishment, shaped by history, science, and celebration around the world.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Bondi hero Ahmed Al Ahmed’s bravery and recognition after stopping a terror attack.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen failing to secure a parliamentary majority despite her party winning the most votes in Denmark’s weakest election result since 1903.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Italy’s Giorgia Meloni conceding defeat in a referendum on justice reforms, calling it a lost opportunity while remaining in power.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Slovenia’s close election and the uncertainty over its next government.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about how broth and soup exist in nearly every culture as a source of comfort, healing, tradition, and nourishment, shaped by history, science, and celebration around the world.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about “dusking,” a simple Dutch ritual of watching the day turn into night to slow down and reconnect with nature.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about  the controversial decision to strip Senegal of their Africa Cup of Nations title and award it to Morocco, sparking outrage and debate across African football.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Sri Lanka introducing a four-day workweek and other fuel-saving measures across Asia in response to rising oil prices and energy shortages caused by geopolitical conflict.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about the Republic of Congo election, where long-time president Denis Sassou Nguesso is expected to stay in power despite growing challenges and economic issues.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about the life and legacy of Jürgen Habermas, the influential German philosopher who shaped modern debates on democracy, communication, and citizen participation in politics.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about why Chile’s new president José Antonio Kast praises former dictator Augusto Pinochet and what it reveals about growing frustration with democracy.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Spain’s decision to pardon 53 women imprisoned under the dictatorship of Francisco Franco.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about  the Iranian women’s football team seeking protection in Australia amid controversy.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Guinea’s dissolution of 40 political parties, including its main opposition groups, in a move critics say pushes the country closer to one-party rule under President Mamady Doumbouya.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Singapore’s decision to frost mirrors in a busy walkway used by dancers, and the wider debate it sparked about order, rules, and public space in the city

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Japan’s court decision to uphold the dissolution of the Unification Church, a controversial religious movement founded by Sun Myung Moon