Is working as US military in South Korea good or bad

Is working as US military in South Korea good or bad?
Is working as US military in South Korea good or bad compared to working in Japan or Germany?
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Its all in how you look at it. Right now tensions are high, but they always are. If we do go to war with north korea and they use nucular weapons, it will be agains the allies of south korea. So from the perspective your probably safe. As far as ground war though, youll be the front lines. That can be good or bad. Working in japan or germany is pretty dull as i hear it. So whatever your tastes are. High excitement- south korea, medium- germany/japan
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Couple of things about Korea... 1. You have a real life enemy sitting just across the border and within artillery range. This makes readiness a priority. You will learn how to live under a constant state of readiness. 2. Training - you do it all of the time. In my 19 months in ROK I spent probably 9 of them in the field.
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It has gotten much better short time back the Korean punks were calling the Americans the invaders now however it is ''ya;ll want to meet my sister'' Different location same mind set around the world ''A friend in need is a friend indeed''

What Hogwon in Seoul, South Korea has the best working conditions

What Hogwon in Seoul, South Korea has the best working conditions?
I am 100% serious about going to Seoul to teach English. I have my BA, and TEFL, and I have taught in Korea before, but I had a very bad school and a very bad experience. I would like the opinion of a fellow American, not some recruiter trying to get a commission off of me.
Korea - 2 Answers
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Hi, I am not American but English and I worked in Gangnam for 2 years and had a very good experience. I 100% now what you mean as I had a few hours who had problems getting paid and who got messed around etc. I taught 1-to-1 and had a great time and I would strongly recommend teachign 1-to-1 with a well known institute because they are far less likely to stake their reputation for the sake of not paying a foreign teach. YBM and Direct English I know are both genuine schools as I have friends working at them (including a few Americans). I've written a lot about my own experiences on http://www.seoulkoreaasia.com/chapter1.htm I am NOT a recuiter. Just designed the site as have lots of korean friends etc now and love web design.
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i'm korean. but now i've been studying for English in Van, Canada. what i'm saying is queit easy to get a job anywhere you can go. the korea one of the best market for teaching english, even if i korean, i agreed that. if you wanna get a jop in korea. you'd better go to Gangnam in Seoul. this is one of the richest city in korea, otherwise so many student use to be came there, even though they've been living so far from the Gangnam cuz of it is really high-end teaching skill in korea. you can find a institute such as YBM, etc. i'm so sorry what you had a bed experience in korea before, but, you're not gonna be happened anymore if you have a good job throgh the biggest teaching management. i'm glad what you come to korea. if you need more question, send me mail. kofing@hanmail.net Thanks. Thomas.

How to I become a preschool teacher in California

How to I become a preschool teacher in California?
I have my BA in Communications and have been working in South Korea as a kindergarten and elementary school teacher for 15 months. I teach English, Art, Science and Cooking. I would like to move to California and work in a preschool, what sort of certifications would I need to teach there? How long does it take to get the certifications?
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You need at least 12 units of Early Childhood Development to be a teacher. Some school will require you continue to go to school and get your AA in Early Childhood Development.
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you need an associate degree in early childhood development to become a teacher . These courses can also help: Child development Classroom management and behavior Curriculum methods Instructional design Instructional resources and technology Parent-child relations go to this website.www.ownadaycare.com. they offer a free mini course in starting your career
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You need the minimum of 12 ECE Early Child Education units which can be obtained at any community college. It will take about a year to finish the 12 units. They are known as the "core units" that have different names depending on the college. Also there is permit that most centers in California are looking for, which you can apply for after the school, at http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/CREDS/child-dev-permits.html. The website will give you more information on the units and level of preschool teacher you can be.

How can I send money to my folks in the states

How can I send money to my folks in the states?
I work in South Korea and want to transfer money to the states. Apparently the accounts here don't 'talk' with the accounts there. I tried Western Union, but there aren't any locations in SK. So any suggestions?
Other - Business & Finance - 3 Answers
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Hello my friend, Perhaps you can send a money order? They are very good to send, or if you have a checking account, that's good too. Try the Money order, you can get one at a bank or a post office. Many blessings, and good luck hon. Peace, FreeSpiritRunning...
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There is something called wire transfer where the bank will transfer funds from one bank to another there is a fee associate with it, around $15.00. You will need their bank account number and the bank routing number there are shown in their cheques. Good luck!!
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You should see if there is a Citibank or HSBC - both of those usually offer convertible currencies. Some other banks might also, just check at different banks to see. It will probably cost you a fee to do it, though. You could also try a postal money order, which you then mail and your family would exchange it at home for US dollars.

Please help me to find some unique and fun places to visit in South Korea

Please help me to find some unique and fun places to visit in South Korea?
I am currently living and working in Korea. Thank you. I am living and working at an acadmey in Eunyang (outside of Ulsan) To Sweetie -- if you would like - you can message me with questions or concerns about living here -- use my yahoo ID for messenger... island.dreams
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First of all, I'm Korean and living in Korea. Well, You should ask that to your friends over there, or guys who work with. Cuz I don't know where you are, so... Maybe you're in Seoul, Traditional course is recommanded. If you're in other place of Korea, You should visit your city's webpage. there's lotta travelling courses. If you tell me where actually you are, I could help you more than this. :) mail me if you want me to tell you more information. see ya ---------------------------------- Additional ANSWERS ---------------------------------- Unfortunately, I couldn't find your email address to reply. Cuz of "Yahoo alert" thing. :( Here's my reply... I hope you read this message. joey1844@yahoo.com --------------------------------------- Wow, I'm living in Pusan! (Next to Ulsan) so close :) Well, you want to visit somewhere looks nice~ (as you say "sightseeing") I've visited "Ulsan city hall webpage" and found some informations about "fastival" though... It's not helping you :P Wow, Ulsan is so prepared for tourists... follow belowing: 1. Visit here http://guide.ulsan.go.kr/index.neo 2. Look left-side on the page. 3. Find "Ulsan map information" section 4. Click on "Tourist Guide Map" button on it. 5. You can see a map. there's traditional place and harbor, nice-view hotel, and beach... 6. You can move your view by moving red square in minimap on your right-bottom side. (dragging the red square by mouse.) Except that, there's lotta informations in that website: http://guide.ulsan.go.kr/index.neo Have fun with your trip. :D Oh, FYI, Don't move alone. (If you're woman.) move with someone else in your accademy. Or, maybe I can be with you on your trip. cuz I have some time until Aug, (am 23 years old, and univ. student of Pusan Natl. Univ.) and I want to have foreigner friend lives in here. :) Oh, and also... Don't go away at first time. Start with your city, and next is somewhere near to your city, and more and more... ( expand the area :P ) By the way, I hope you get enough information you want. See ya then. :) P.S: My email address is: joey1844@yahoo.com
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Lotte World for fun. You must go to Carne Station to eat. Wilameda Island near Inchon is fun lots of good places to eat and visit there. Namdamung market for shopping. Just get out and don't be afraid to explore. Sorry for the crappy spelling.
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Souel, and Ssang Yong-Dong Cheonan City
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I will be going to Korea soon. I am sorry I do not know any places to visit either. Do you like it there? I was just wanting to have someone to talk to about it over there, before I come.
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Well, I dont really know if im 'well travelled' in Korea... but, I can recommend you to go to Kyung Joo... its only an hour or so from Ulsan. Kyung Joo is a bit more expensive than the rest of Korea because its aiming at tourists. In Kyung Joo you can see really big temples, tomb sites of old kings, museums etc etc etc. It's a really nice place, the buses run frequently, there is a great information kiosk next to the bus terminal (Im not sure if they speak english or not... but I assume they would), then you can eat the famous Bori bbang! Yum. It is a really interesting area, maybe more fun if you have friends, I did it by myself and it was just as fun, if you are upto it, you can hire a bike too. Other areas I find lovely are GangWon Do which is north of Seoul. Its especially nice in Autumn and Summer. There are many places along the East river which are so beautiful. My friends are white water rafting guides in Gang Won Do, they also do lots of hang gliding, parachuting, water skiing.... there are lots of fun things to do there. For fun things.... Im not sure what your idea of fun is.... There are numerous theme parks, and generally im a HUGE fan of theme parks, but Korean ones... you have to wait and wait and wait, and honestly its not that much fun after waiting for an hour. Busan is good in the summer time, because of the beaches, and at night time everyone congregates on the beach, and they have big parties, and often there are concerts, and every night the ferry sets off fireworks. I spent a few nights on the beach hahaha. Just watch out for the pigeons in the morning, they like to bite your toes when you're sleeping. Busan has some beautiful temples also, and lots of other things. Busanites are proud of their fish markets too... interesting to walk through... see some things that you arent quite sure what they are! Bit smelly though. I lived in Busan for about 7 months... I would recommend just getting on a bus, and going somewhere. Transport is good in Korea, and if you get stuck somewhere... just wait it out, and get on the next bus back. Seoul has a city bus tour, which I recommend, you can get on an doff wherever you like... and its only 10,000 for the day. Also it gives you discounts to some of the places for admission. You can see old palaces, traditional viallages, it takes you up Nam San, museums, shopping etc. There are lots of unique things to see in Korea, many things you can just stumble across.
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I suggest you listen to kara nari. She knows what she's talking about. I myself have lived three years in Ulsan and it was a blast. Most of the times I went with Korean friends, so I suggest you do the same. Just go to the downtown area in Ulsan and ask the locals. You can even go to one of the many foreigner bars and ask the guys there. I know of one specific pub, The Royal Knight where you can go. It's right next to the BIG WATCH in downtown. These guys there, lots of Americans, Canadians, Australians and South Africans, go on trips almost every weekend. Then at least you can move in a group and with people you can speak to. The guys at the pub go camping, sing carols over Christmas, have dvd nights and Halloween parties...masquerade parties and so on and so on. Really nice guys too.
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There are so many interesting places to visit in Korea. My favourite so far has to be Cheju Do. I spent 6 days there and there are so many interesting things to see form Loveland to the volcano. It is like going to Hawaii in Korea. Outside of that if you are here for along time there arre lots of places to visit that take only a weekend. Defintiely check out Seoul cause there are lots of things you can see there. Palaces, and museums and many other things. Went to Pusan a few weeks ago and saw many interesting things there. I am living in Chuing Ju and although it is a smaller town there seems to be lots to see here even because it is considered the center of all of Korea North and South.

can i collect unemployment insurance if i relocate from South Korea to california

can i collect unemployment insurance if i relocate from South Korea to california?
i have been working as a teacher in south korea and would like to return to california and while looking for a permanant job would like to collect unemployment insurance. is this possible?
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When you were in South Korea, was the company paying unemployment in the states? -- I doubt it... but maybe they did. If the employer paid unemployment taxes on you, you are eligible to file for benefits -- i'm not sure if this would be accepted or not. If your employer didn't pay unemployment taxes, there is no way to receive benefits.
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No, for two reasons: 1. If you voluntarily decide to leave your job, or if you are leaving your job because you voluntarily decided to move, then you cannot collect unemployment benefits. 2. If you have not worked in the U.S. in the last 18 months, then you cannot collect unemployment benefits.
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No you cannot collect unemployment if you relocate from South Korea to California. You will need to work in the US, earn a certain amount of qualifying wages, and be laid off from your job through no fault of your own before you can become eligible for unemployment.
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Were you employed by a California company in Korea that laid you off? You may qualify if that is the case. If you did not work for a California company that contributed to the unemployment insurance on your behalf, there is no way to claim benefits. You should stay in Korea. Unemployment is very high here.

Going to be stationed in South Korea for a year, any tips

Going to be stationed in South Korea for a year, any tips?
Hey! I'm going to be stationed at Osan Air Base in South Korea for a year. I'm pretty excited, as I have never been on that side of the world before. It's going to be exciting exploring and interacting with asian culture. I want to know if anyone has any tips of living in South Korea? I'm thinking about picking up a Rosetta stone to get a foundation on the Korean language. Would American phones work with South Korean services? Any cool places I should definately visit? Foods? Thanks a lot!
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ive lived in korea as both a civilian (english teacher) and a serviceman (albeit my tours in korea were just a few wks/months at a time as a reservist). its good on u to attempt to pick up the language. if the rosetta stone thing doesn't work for u, there should be korean classes on post as well as meeting locals for language exchanges. american phones wont work w/ korean services. however,if u are into those iphones or other hi-tech gadgets, u can get those there and get connected. calling home, they've got international plans (dirt cheap), prepaid cards or u can use skype. oab is located in songtan. and right outside the front gate, there is a pretty big shopping district which the workers there pretty much all speak some sort of english. plus u can pay either USD or korean won. they've got a pretty good variety of foods for a small place. walk outside the shopping district past the rail rod tracks and above the overpass and about 5 min drive later, ur at the songtan bus terminal which can take u to seoul and other places. http://osanguide.com/ this site might be of some help as well.
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Good questions! Unless your American phone is unlocked and has the same Sim card as the Korean ones, which I doubt, it won't. It's good to see that you are going to try to learn a little of the language before you get over there. Many American soldiers that come to Korea seem to not care about the language, culture or societal rules. I used Rosetta Stone, but you may also be able to get "Pimsleur Korean" the basic set from your local library just to get a foundation. Either way, both are good. In regards to your cool places or food, what might be cool for me isn't necessarily going to be cool for you so I think you should go to this site (see below). It'll give you language help, food and drinking, cultural rules and travel destination help. I also recommend you pick up a lonely planet travel book. They are the bible in foreign countries. Good luck!

Can anyone give me their experience working at Topia in South Korea teaching english

Can anyone give me their experience working at Topia in South Korea teaching english?

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Dave's ESL Cafe in the Korea Job Discussion Forum would be a better place to ask this question. There are alot more people there reading this kind of question and you could find someone or someone who knows someone who has worked there to comment. The link is below.

Do i need a Bachelor Degree to Teach in South Korea

Do i need a Bachelor Degree to Teach in South Korea?
Hi Guys, Appreciate some form of help... as im struggling to find answers.. I have recently completed my TESOL certificate, Am From Australia and have been a travel agent for 2 years. Though i dont have a bachelors degree or university degree. I am 18years old. I am concerned because i have read on most sites, that the Visa Requirements to Live/work/teach in south korea require a high eductaion... bachelore degree or uni degree Will i still be able to get the visa if i dont have a degree.. but i have been working for 2 years..? Can someone please answer if this accurate.. i need to know ASAP thankyou guys xx NATE
Teaching - 2 Answers
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Yes you do. To work there legally.
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You will need a Bachelors degree or higher./

Will my U.S.A. Xbox360 work in S. Korea

Will my U.S.A. Xbox360 work in S. Korea?
Hello, I will soon be relocating to Korea to teach english. I'd like to bring by 360 along for some fun. Does anybody know if my US bought 360 will work on South Korean TVs?
Video & Online Games - 4 Answers
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if u get the proper wires and converters for ur plug in should work fine
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Yes. Don't worry. Be happy. Just enjoy.
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You'd need an adaptor for the plug
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You'll probably need a stepdown transformer, because Korea was going to 240 volts, 50 cycles power.

I love South Korea so much. Its been my dream to live and work there.

I love South Korea so much. Its been my dream to live and work there.?
I'm an ex military man. I served the Air Force for 10yrs. I attended various military courses and participated in various military operations. I seek to undertake security officer job in South Korea. What are my chances? I also, need a South Korean friend.
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you can make penpals on tt4you.com
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You would need to speak Korean fluently for that. The only jobs which are readily avaliable for foreigners in Korea are 1. English Teaching. You have to have a B.A and live in and have been born in a country where English is the native language --- U.S, U.K, Canada -- etc. 2. Military. You can join the military again and hope to get stationed in Korea, I know nothing about the U.S military though, but since you've had 10 years experience already might they listen to your request to be stationed in Korea? There are various other jobs like working in International Relations, Shipbuilding, Business, etc --- but these are specialied jobs you would have had a job already in, in the U.S or which you would have majored in in College.

Can 2 parents working as English teachers in South Korea support 3 kids

Can 2 parents working as English teachers in South Korea support 3 kids?
I want to move to South Korea, I've researched it extensively and found much to like, and it seems the easiest way in would be as an english teacher. However, most of what I've seen about that lifestyle seems geared to singles, right down to employer-provided 1 bedroom apartments, and we have 3 little boys.
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With 2 parents working, You might have enough plus more for your living expenses. But the real problem with having (foreign) kids in Korea is the school fees. Since they can't speak Korean, you will have a hard time enrolling them in public school. And private English speaking schools are really, really expensive. Even the English speaking kindy schools are quite pricey. If you can consider homeschooling maybe it'll work.
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Well, depends also on how young your children is as well. I agree public school is a bit hard for them to enrol due to the language itself as well and international schools are very expensive. The money is usually "just" enough if you dont need much.. thats what I heard from a few friends of mine who lives in Korea to teach English.

if i buy a PS3 console here in South Korea (where I live and work) can i play american games in it

if i buy a PS3 console here in South Korea (where I live and work) can i play american games in it?
with my PS2, all the titles here are in Korean so i cant read them. So i have an American PS2 and i have had to buy games from amazon and ship them out here. i would rather buy the PS3 here and avoid the shipping and then still send for the games (IN ENglish) from Amazon
PlayStation - 4 Answers
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Yeah you can do that im sure.
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Yes. But Wen u make a playstation account make sure to put u live ib the USA. So it'll b inglish.
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Hi Your answer is here. Thanks
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Yes you should since all PS3 games are region-free.The only thing you would need to do is change the language on your PS3 and it's just like one in America!

How long does it take for a CANADIAN CITIZEN,who is living abroad (SOUTH KOREA- resident) to regain residency

How long does it take for a CANADIAN CITIZEN,who is living abroad (SOUTH KOREA- resident) to regain residency?
Hi, I'm an English teaching living abroad, in South Korea, where I have been for the past 3 years and am a resident of for the time being. I'm officially a non-resident of Canada at this time and I will move back home in 8 months, possibly. How long will it take me, to regain residency? Will I get it back immediately? Do I have to wait to become a resident to purchase a house or a car? Or will I automatically regain residency, once I give up working and living in Korea and move back home? What defines a resident of Canada, if I am a citizen and will go back there to hopefully work and unfortunately pay taxes and so on? I'd appreciate any help! Cheers!
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Contact the Canadian Immigrations immediately.They will give you the right answers.
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Besides becoming a resident of Canada, you also need to become a resident of a Canadian province or a territory. And to become a resident of a province, you need to stay in the province for 6 months. As far as I know, you can purchase a home or a car any time you want. You don't need to be a resident for this. But to get provincial health insurance you need to stay in the province for 6 months. And if you don't have a driver's licence, then you may have to wait 6 months to get one.

How is it possible to test positive for cocaine, when I've never had it in my life

How is it possible to test positive for cocaine, when I've never had it in my life?
I work in South Korea. It is standard operating procedure to test all teachers for illegal drugs. I have never had cocaine in my entire life! Not a single molecule! But today, I just got the results back, and I tested positive for cocaine! I am diabetic, though. What mistake could they have made to think that I have cocaine in my blood??? Could they have mistaken it for sugar?
Medicine - 7 Answers
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Unless Your body has came into contact you would not show up positive.....but mistakes do happen.
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Try to remember what happened last Saturday. Crazy party...
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Zenogeer , Sure !! , It"s no biggy , You will get tested again with in two weeks .. Kick Up Your Hills , till then ..... then make sure You piss the cup full . and running over .. Most likely it was not A real test , they most likely were playing on Your emotions , and response .. Maybe they just want to see Your thingy !! Have A good day .. They may not like You for some jealous reasoning .. "Pee Happy" .. I over looked the part of the blood test , most time they can take piss test and this test is just As accurate As the Blood test , And less expensive ..., they watch to make sure its your urine coming from You ,and not from some vile , or balloon that You happened to obtain from someone else , Straight Up !! Never the less ,I still feel that they was just playing on your emotions .....Yet ,they still could have done something to have set You Up ..
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i do not know if they could have mistaken your diabetes for cocaine but if you are on any other medications such as lortab oxycodone or even ritalin for adhd then those could be tested as positive for cocaine
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Are you aware that cocaine is obtained from some food and drinks, there are few ENERGY DRINKS that contains cocaine, dentist sometimes use cocaine for anesthetic purposes, because cocaine is a drug (illegal if you have increased to the quantity you need, but cocaine on food is highly illegal). Maybe you weren't aware that you were eating or drinking foods that contains cocaine, or maybe you have just came to the dentist when they run the test to you. Anyways Mister, Good luck.
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maybe its medical cocaine,its used to numb u during surgery,also they never test for cocaine,they test for a chemical thats left over by the cocaine since cocaine leaves ur body super fast,u should take another drug test.why would they mistake it for sugar? what? the machine tells them,the machine doesnt make mistakes,like i said if uve been to the doctor recently they might have used it if u had surgery.
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Zenogeer , Nomobilhere , What is it You Teach...,"Operating Procedures" for Heavy Equiptment , or Surgery ??!!

Do you think I could be a ballet (dance) teacher in South Korea

Do you think I could be a ballet (dance) teacher in South Korea?
I know English very well and I am also learning Korean at this moment. I am a choreographer and professional dancer. I would like to work for a while in South Korea. Do you think this is possible?
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well...you could be ballet dancer teacher i recommed not in korea because there it sucks. it's always cold and rainy don't call me racist because im korean
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You need a degree to qualify for a work visa. You also need a job offer before you get there. The job would also require native level Korean. Jobs like that will always go to a native Korean. The employer has to sponsor the employee for a work visa.
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What is your home country and native language? Some of your eligibility could well depend on your nationality. If you are able to get a work visa in Korea and if you will find an employer who will use you as a dance teacher there is probably no reason why you couldn't be one. You may find the opportunities a bit limited. Like most Asian countries, South Korea has a blended culture with both traditional and more modern elements. I would think it likely you could find some interest in European or other Western style ballet. You might also be interested in learning the various Asian dance types. I would suggest if you can that you visit South Korea, perhaps as part of a dance tour, and find out what the market is. Many Asians are very willing to embrace Western culture when it is offered to them. You might find an open door.

How do troop rotations to places like Japan, South Korea, Germany, Qatar, Kuwait work

How do troop rotations to places like Japan, South Korea, Germany, Qatar, Kuwait work?
It all depends on your MOS right? I know some people who join the Military and not long after AIT, gets thrown right into the wolves in Iraq, but some others are having a good time in Japan or South Korea for example....and some might not deploy overseas at all! I know this girl that has been in the Army for 6 years and has not deployed overseas once. Does every soldier get their chance to deploy to those places or some might only go to Japan/South Korea/Germany/Qatar and some others might only go to Iraq and back to Iraq repeatedly? Doesn't seem fair at all to me. I wouldn't call being deployed to places like Japan or South Korea or Qatar for example as a "vacation" but it certainly is compared to being in Iraq
Military - 3 Answers
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OK places to korea, japan, qatar and kuwait...... its not really a rotation. its more like a permanent duty station. but just for a year or so maybe less maybe more. i dont know how more to explain it. Now iraq, it depend what unit ur with. it can be, or u get really lucky
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1st, if you are trying to sham your way around the Army and avoid deploying, you chose the wrong branch and being a slacker will get you a label as a pogue regardless of MOS. Your buddies are sucking it up and you are worried about chilling and you haven't even earned the right to discuss this yet. 2nd, you can ask for these 'vacations spots' either with your recruiter or in AIT. Remember though I went to Germany twice and deployed 3 times from there. 2 x to Bosnia in the 90s. and Iraq in 2006. Troops deployed from Korea back in 2004 (a whole Bridage to Iraq). And best buddy is in Japan right now and they are sending individuals (like him) this February to Iraq from his I Corps job. So don't think you can hide out, be a REMF, and collect that pay check, do your 20 and brag about how you never deployed. Cause try that in an American Legion post or VFW bar and they will throw you out. Just being honest and helping you realize what I see and hear on the street. I personally don't care as so long as you do what you feel is honorable. Think of those 7 Army Values.
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It does depend on the MOS and where the positions are located (Installation). Soldiers are reassigned by the needs of the Army at a particular installation. Not all Soldiers will spend a day overseas. It is possible. Deployments depend on the unit the Soldier is assigned to (FORSCOM units will deploy) and the MOS required in theater. Very rarely it is who you know. Ultimately, the Soldiers branch manager will requisition for a Soldier to report to a new duty station and the report date. Yes, some Soldiers do back to back tours in Iraq by virtue of their MOS.

how can i process for Canadian student visa from south korea as i have citizenship of nepal

how can i process for Canadian student visa from south korea as i have citizenship of nepal?
i am in south Korea now in working visa(up to 3 years) since past seven months and later on the days i want to process for student visa to Canada
Embassies & Consulates - 1 Answers
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Apply at the Canadian embassy in Seoul.

Can I leave South Korea on one passport and enter Taiwan on another

Can I leave South Korea on one passport and enter Taiwan on another?
I am a South African citizen living in South Korea. I understand that as a South African, I would need a visa to visit Taiwan. However, I am also an Irish citizen, and as an Irish citizen I do not need a visa if I am visiting for less than 30 days. My problem comes in because my work visa for South Korea is in my South African passport, so I assume that I would have to leave on my South African passport. Can I leave SK on one passport and enter Taiwan on another? That is my real question, I suppose.
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I think it is OK. Because I know most of the Taiwanese Americans leave the US with US passport and enter Taiwan with Taiwanese passport. This way the Taiwanese American can stay in Taiwan longer than 2 weeks because using US passport they can only stay in Taiwan NO more than 2 weeks.
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It shouldn't be a problem. A lot of people with dual-citizenship leave one country on one passport and enter another country on a different one. Sometimes immigration officers at the country you are entering will ask to see your other passport, but usually there are no issues. Or staff at the check-in counter (at South Korea) may ask to see which passport you will use to enter Taiwan if they don't see a Taiwan visa in your South Africa passport. I would double check with a travel agent just to make sure though. A quick phone call may save you a lot of trouble at the airport.
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You can enter and leave Taiwan with your Irish passport. Taiwan immigration tolerates dual citizenship. The question is with S. Korea. You have to check whether S. Korean immigration permits your re-entry with your S. African passport without any entry/departure stamps of a foreign country.
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Like Yellow and Dark Green Saturn said Taiwan does accept passports from dual nationality citizens, You can chose which country to enter Taiwan as a citizen of as long as your passport is valid. I think Korea also accepts dual citizen passports, so when entering Korea when you return you should declare that you visited Taiwan as an Irish citizen but your Korean work visa/student visa/marriage visa, is based on your S. African citizenship. The customs and immigration agents should be able to sort the rest of it out from there. As for JJohny's answer, I dont think he is clear on the length of stay Americans have in Taiwan. It is 30 days without a visa, and up to 180 days with a renewed tourist visa. Not 2 weeks. *edit* Pay No Attention to George's answer, it is inaccurate to say the least. He is a known troll with multiple proxy accounts, and only posts questions and answers to things that belittle Taiwan and dissuade people from visiting. The only thing that is plausible, is that they customs and immigration agents might ask why you are reentering Korea with out an entry/exit visa stamp for Taiwan. However, you most likely registered that you are a dual-national citizen when you apply for your Korean residency visa (I am not sure if they require this or not), if so they will not ask anymore questions than to see your Irish passport to prove you went to Taiwan.
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That you do is take both passports as you said. You can leave on any passport as long as its valid. The South Korean boarder guards will stamp you as leaving the country, if they enquire about you not having a visa, tell them that you own an Irish passport and that your have duel nationality, and as a citizen of Ireland you can enter Taiwan visa free. For Taiwan, you enter and leave on the passport with the entry stamp, the Irish one, and enter South Korea using the one with the visa in it, boarder guards do not know what country you have flown from.
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BAD IDEA. Persons carrying multiple passports (even if they are legitimate) always generate immediate suspicion with Customs officials. Furthermore, you may be denied re-entry into South Korea and lose your job. Do you want to risk all of that for the sake of avoiding a small visa fee? When Customs officials at your destination country can't locate a departure stamp related to your inbound travel, they will want answers. When you produce a second passport, they will take you into custody. Expect a thorough interrogation, full-body-search, intensive search of your belongings, and other indignities. You will have even worse problems when you try re-entering South Korea. They may even refuse you re-entry for violating visa rules. The problems could multiply fast and become quite large, so why risk it?

I am teaching in South Korea and want to buy an iPod touch 2g. Will it work with my American iTunes

I am teaching in South Korea and want to buy an iPod touch 2g. Will it work with my American iTunes?
Specifically I would like to know if there is any form of region locking on the device itself or is all region locking done through iTunes. If I can't download apps from my iTunes account it isn't worth it. Thanks in advance.
Music & Music Players - 1 Answers
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yes i think it does work

Has anyone taught English abroad in South Korea? If so, any pointers as to which organizations to work for

Has anyone taught English abroad in South Korea? If so, any pointers as to which organizations to work for?
I am also interested in teaching in Spain, but the opportunity is S. Korea seems better. I would like to save and pay off student loans while traveling. Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Teaching - 2 Answers
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A friend of mine went to South Korea through eslcafe.com and works at a real public school teaching English. She is having a blast. Education in South Korea is serious business. People get judged based on their education level and on what school they attended. As for you wanting to save and pay off student loans while traveling...you will make good money considering you don't work that many hours (depending on where you will work and who you will work for- because some places offer housing and will pay for your plane ticket) but keep in mind the exchange rate of currency. According to http://www.xe.com, 1000won (1 South Korean dollar) = $.84 (US dollar). Otherwise, I'm sure you will have a most pleasant experience! Good luck!
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From your spelling it looks like you're American, if so you won't get a job in Spain. Or not unless you have a passport from a European country so that's out. Korea is a good, viable alternative. You won't make loads of money but enough to have a reasonable time and save a little. There are plenty of jobs there so go for it.

age for working in Seoul,South Korea

age for working in Seoul,South Korea?
Okay,first off remember this is a question so please don't be rude,second i know in the States you have to be at least 16 but i'm not asking about the States. what i want to know is at what age can someone work in Seoul,South Korea i hear in every country the age is different so i wanted to know why?well my mom says that she'd be interested in living somewhere else (as in another country)and i suggested Seoul she said it sounded okay but there are about 3 problems 1.not speaking the language(but i've been learning and i hear most Koreans speak English) 2. we don't look Korean(which is not very important since there's a lot of foreigners there and from what i hear the Koreans are very nice) 3.finding a place to live,expenses,finding a job,money(and i said i could help her if i could work too she said that would be a good idea,so i looked all over Google which didn't help at all and just decided to ask here so can you please answer if you know) i'm 13 about to turn 14 in about 1-2 months Female have music,cultural and fashion interest please don't go berserk on me i'm interested in part-time only i value my education cause i'm going to need it one day and there's no way my mom would let me quit school and i don't think they allow it anyways.please and thank you for your answers! (sorry i know i write a lot)
Korea - 3 Answers
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Not to burst your bubble or anything, but you didn't say what nationality you were....really doesn't matter as what I am going to say will apply to any non-Korean seeking to live in Korea. You mother would need a work visa to live in Korea and already have a job. Korea does not allow people to just "show up" and want to live there. You have to have a legit reason for being in Korea; either as a student, worker, or tourist. Tourists aren't allowed to work so that one is out. That is why you aren't seeing anything on Google to help you. As to the language issue, you are mistaken. Although many Koreans in the major cities may speak some English, out in the rest of the country,you won't it too often. You can survive without speaking a word of Korean, but life would be much easier if you could. Additionally, you would probably have to attend one of the international schools and they cost a bit; not free. So your mother had better have a pretty good job lined up and proper visa before going there. To answer your original question, you have a very slim chance of finding employment in Korea as a foreign teenager; especially not knowing the language. Those jobs got to Koreans first...usually about age 16...just like the states.
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In order to live and work in South Korea, your mom would need to have a work visa. Since you have no work experience, the only thing you would be able to do would be to teach private English lessons. You would not be able to obtain work legally. Also, since you don't speak the language and are not a Korean citizen, you would not be able to attend public school in South Korea. International schools are very expensive.
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Usually they hire high school students. And just so you know, just getting a regular job like a cashier, won't help you in your living. You only get $4 an hour, you can barely survive. Bills recently have gotten a lot higher. Other things may be cheap but bills are so high now, everyone is going crazy. Not a lot of Koreans speak English. Only our grammar structure at SCHOOL is strong. Korea's weakness is communicating verbally with other people, but their grammar is very good. I wouldn't put my hopes up for the English part, they barely speak any English. And not looking Korean? Be surprised, there are TONS of Americans lately in Korea and they make a living. Lots even make a family there and then move out back to America etc. If you were Korean and spoke English like me, then there's a difference.

how can i get a permit in south koreaa....

how can i get a permit in south koreaa....?
i wish to work in south korea , i am a malaysian , i think i can teach english language for the kindergarden student in south korea , but i don't know how to get there and for the work permit , how much must i paid for that, can someone guide me . give me some idea .
Immigration - 1 Answers
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Don't do it, they treat their English teachers like slaves, and most of the time they don't pay them.

what type of paper work needs to be done if i want to move to camp carrol in south korea with my husband

what type of paper work needs to be done if i want to move to camp carrol in south korea with my husband?
My husband just received orders to go to Camp Carroll South Korea. I've heard different answers about whether or not me and our 3 kids would be allowed to go. However one answer said something about "you can go but have to start the paperwork super early" what kind of paperwork needs to be done? thanks so much!
Korea - 3 Answers
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I was stationed at carroll and i really think you do not want to be thier. It is really small and has no school for your children. The closest school is about an hour away in Daegu, not to mention the only family military housing is in Daegu also. The post is nothing but signal and MP soldiers and holds war supplies in case Da North invades again. The outside of the post is nothing but rice patties (gosh i can still taste that awful smell) the gates are lined with bars....bars.....oh yeah.....bars. But as for paper work just fly thier and find a place outside of post... if he is an NCO he can live off post.... i did and most families i knew that managed to find a suitable place went through this process......yes you will recieve BAH... you just have to move your family out of pocket since the orders are just for the individual
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This answer deals with the paperwork your question asks about - Your husband will need to immediaely ask for - Command Sponsorship - in addition to his PCS Orders to South Korea. I would recommend you disregard "one answer said something" and DO NOT JUST GO THERE. Without being Command Sponsored, your family is in for a very difficult in South Korea. For examples - Yours and any kids airfare comes out of your finances. Your food costs for your time in Korea comes out of your finances. With your husband being Non-Command Sponsored, you could probably use the Commissary, but the Dollar amount is for only family member size 1. Your medical costs, at least a portion of it, come out of your finances. You and family members are not eligible to use any military facilities, to include Dental, in Korea. Your rental price comes out of your finances. With the family members in Korea, your husband WILL NOT BE RECEIVING BAH, contrary to popular belief. BAH is based on where the family members are residing; with your family members residing in Korea, the BAH amount is $0. A word of caution; if the NCO/Officers in your husband's unit learns family members are residing in Korea, they will likely check with Finance Office to ensure whether or not BAH is being paid, and for what location. If the location at the Finance Office is stated as being in the states, your husband will br brought up on charges of defrauding the Government. I have provided a link with some stories concerning BAH fraud - http://www.stripes.com/article.asp?section=104&article=59817 I found a telephone number for you to check on BAH rates - 703-962-68119 or 703-962-5946 These telephone numbers are for the military Finance Office that pertains to BAH questions. Any school-aged children will not be eligible to attend school, except on a space-available basis. You could always check with Taegu American School to verify how many and how often space-available spots become open. A short note - your chances are better than nothing. Thus, any school expenses are out of pocket. DO NOT EXPECT YOUR HUSBAND TO BE HOME EVERY NIGHT! There is an overnight Pass system in Korea. All units are required to allow only 10% of unit members to remain off-post each night. With your husband non-Command Sponsored, he falls within the 10% category, which rotates fairly between all unit members in Korea non-Command Sponsored. With all this in mind (and everything I inform you of is easily verified), would you still want to bring all the family members to Korea for a truly difficult time for the husband's time in Korea? I recommend you do not think the way of young people, "love is all you need." Residing in Korea, you are going to need a lot more than what you are probably willing to gamble in the way of finances. Remember that everything will be coming out of your finances. I realize I don't "paint a pretty picture" with information I give you; I just believe you should have the right to know how difficult it will be, before you go hopping on an airplane going to Korea.
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He needs to put in for Command Sponsorship. You and the rest of the dependents will then have to have medical/dental screenings. The other option is to go NCS (non-command sponsored) but you would have to pay for your own transportation over, would be on Tricare Standard (getting a regular appointment on post is very difficult) and only get into the DODEA school if space is available. NCS mm's must request to live off post with their families.

I'm searching for an internship or short contract in South Korea in Information Technology

I'm searching for an internship or short contract in South Korea in Information Technology?
Preferably in a Junior Business Analyst role, or either in a Test Analyst capability. I have an MBA (with Strategic IT) from a reputed university in Australia, and have Australian IT experience. Are there opportunities in South Korea for such work, and if yes, can anyone give me some pointers on how to go about it? I do not know any Korean though. Thanks in advance!
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Im sure there is . I know AT&T is hiring in Albania for that kind of work , Only thing is you have to be able to work in that country prior to being hired . Try Monster.com Good Luck

Working visa to South Korea

Working visa to South Korea?
Hey, I live in Ireland and want to visit Korea. I am going to take a trip there and if I like it then I would like to stay for a long time. But I was wondering if there was a way to go and work for like a year. Lots of people do that in Australia. Just go and live for a year. Is there a way of doing something like this in S.Korea?
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Teaching English would be the easiest way to do that.
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Yes you can. If you have a Bachelor's degree you can get a job teaching English. See link below for information.

can i get work visa for china with degree from almeda university? what about teaching in south korea

can i get work visa for china with degree from almeda university? what about teaching in south korea?
Almeda university is a life experience degree, search on google, and I was wondering if I could use it to get a job in South Korea or China teaching ESL?
Teaching - 2 Answers
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As long as you get a job in China, you can get a work visa. Visa is nothing to do with your degree.
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Your WORKING visa has everything o do with your degree. Obviously Chan has no idea of what he's saying whatsoever. As long as it is a 3 or 4 year degree it should work. If you feel so bad about it have a fake degree and it should do the job. 90% of the foreigners who are on a working visa and teaching have not degree or are young enough not to be at the uni, they either work illegally on an F visa (patching the wound but not healing it) or they just buy an online degree and include it in the documents to process the visa. The immigration office doesn't require the original copy of your diploma therefore a photocopy would do.

What is a good company to work for in Seoul, South Korea teaching English as a second language

What is a good company to work for in Seoul, South Korea teaching English as a second language?
I am going to Seoul late this summer and am trying to get a TESL job. There are tons of private schools, and recuirters to go through. I am bombarded with information and not sure how to filter out the "bad school" "bad deals" ect. I am hoping to teach adults, and i hear that YBM is a good private institution to go though. I have already talked to recruiters from footprints and ESLpia. Any one know of any specific schools in Seoul that are reputable?
Korea - 3 Answers
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In these uncertain economic times, private schools can close up with little warning. Your safest bet is to take a public school job. Public schools don't close when the economy is at a low ebb.
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You might just want to go for an ESL Academy School (after-school academies offering extra English studies). http://www.kumon.co.kr/ <-- Kumon is a very reputable ESL School. It has, in fact, reached from Korea to the US. There are at least one or two Kumons each town. Check out your local newspaper, or try this site: http://www.pusanweb.com/ Hope I answered your question *^^* Cheers!
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You should go on dave's esl cafe and look under the korean jobs forum. There is a thread about contracts that you should take a look at before signing anything. Keep in mind that YBM is a franchise and is only as good as it's owner/management. Personally, I didn't like the contract they offered me. I went with SMOE instead. Not to say that SMOE is perfect. Many schools have the "when in Rome do as the Romans (i.e. Koreans) do" yet forget that we do not know the cultural rules that every Korean grows up knowing. I have a good situation. Some of my friends also have good situations. Far too many are having problems. Some are making due till their contracts are up and others are quitting. Keep in mind that SMOE, EPIK, and GEPIK have basic contracts for everyone who signs, but the schools have their own ideas and ways of doing things. There doesn't seem to be any set rules the schools have to follow when they get a teacher through these government offices. I'm afraid working in Korea as an ESL teacher is hit or miss. You'll either love it or hate it. I worked in China for five years and I loved it. Right now, I wonder why I left. The money is better, but the stress is so much higher than in China and the free time is so much less. I'm going to stay one more year to see if things will change. If they don't I'm going somewhere else. As for recruiters, most of my friends went through Footprints and were quite happy with them. I went through ASKNow and barely had my questions answered. When they were answered it certainly wasn't in a timely manner. Once I signed my contract with SMOE I got no additional info from them. I found out everything I needed to know for my departure from facebook where a group of SMOEers were exchanging info.

Why wasn't South Korea recognized in their work in Iraq

Why wasn't South Korea recognized in their work in Iraq?
Why wasn't South Korea recognized in their work in Iraq? I was looking through videos of the war in Iraq on youtube and saw the title, "Korean Army in Iraq." I watched it because I had no idea South Korea was in Iraq. It turned out that South Korea deployed 3000+ soldiers there to bring peace and rebuild iraq while U.S. soldiers were fighting..same with Britain. While watching the video, I saw that South Korea taught Iraqi civilians and did: Material & equipment support Joint Checkpoint constructions Rifle range constructions Build barracks Forest Ranger station construction Military team training (taught civilians to defend themselves) Vocational training centers Computer classes Taught appliance maintinence Vehicle construction heavy equipment operation paved roads public health clinics town halls schools sewers deep wells public parks Hospitals dentists surgeries Planted grasses, plants, etc Soccer Created childrens day (like a field day with band playing, games, etc) and many more. Yeah I know we (U.S.) did all the struggling work and all that, same with Britain but I never heard of South Korea in Iraq. All the time we hear U.S. soldiers in Iraq but why not Korea? I think if the U.S. did some fighting back then and did what South Korea did, the war would have ended by now. I thought the whole point of the war was to bring peace and restore Iraq. It seems though as if South Korea did that to some parts of Iraq. I would like to see us do something like that. Also, I just learned that South Korea had a big part in Vietnam too. What amazes me was that during the vietnam war, their kill ratio was 25:1 where a average American soldier was 9:1. But Korea was not recognized in their work in vietnam too. They also fought in the gulf wars and they are currently in Afghanistan. So the overall question is: Why wasn't South Korea recognized in their work during wars? Why are they so little recognized when they played a huge part? PLEASE no racial comments.
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its whatever news that sells...and apparently, media does not deem this interesting enough or predicts that it would not generate the same amount of viewer/readership that some accidental shooting or an operation planned from bad intel would garner.

issuance of tourist visa to south korea,is it possible not to obtain one if you're only staying for 2 weeks

issuance of tourist visa to south korea,is it possible not to obtain one if you're only staying for 2 weeks?
my husband is working in Korea as an OFW and we're planning that july next year,it will be my turn and our son to visit him and have a tour in Korea for 2 weeks..I've read from one of the answers here that if you're going to South Korea for 30 days below,you don't need to get a visa..how reliable is it?..and if ever we still need it,do you think it's really hard to get a tourist visa going to South Korea?
Korea - 2 Answers
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If you are an American citizen, see site below and read the section under "Entry Requirements."
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It would have been much easier to answer your question if you would have added your citizenship. Passport holders of the following countries do not need a visa for South Korea for tourist visits of up to at least 30 days, some even for longer. Andorra, Arab Emirates, Argentina, Australia¹, Bosnia-Herzegowina, Brunei, Canada², Croatia, Cyprus, Ecuador, Egypt, Fiji, Guam, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, Hong Kong¹, Japan¹, Kirbati, Kuwait, Macau, Marshal Islands, Mauritius, Micronesia, Monaco, Montenegro, Nauru, New Celedonia, Oman, Palau, Paraguay, Qatar, Samoa, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Seychelles, Slovenia¹, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Swaziland, Taiwan, United States, Uruguay, Vatican City, Venezuela, and Yemen. ¹ = valid for up to 90 days; ² = valid for up to 6 months Source(s): http://www.hikorea.go.kr/pt/InfoDetailR_en.pt?categoryId=2&parentId=382&catSeq=&showMenuId=374 http://www.hikorea.go.kr/pt/index.html http://www.mofat.go.kr/english/visa/apply/index.jsp

can i work for KBS or other companies in south korea

can i work for KBS or other companies in south korea?
i like KBS and companies that are just like that. I want to work for them....if thats possible. Any tips or anything??
Other - Entertainment - 1 Answers
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Well Kbs is korean version of BBC so it would help that you have experience in media field and secondly speak korean fluently and write which is a tall order by any standard.. You can also work in other field etc industrial or electrical industry... Or any other service jobs which would be pointless since locals are more qualified.. the best tips is to look at what you can provide to them in terms of talent and skill which would make you standout in crowded field.

Why wasn't South Korea recognized in their work in Iraq

Why wasn't South Korea recognized in their work in Iraq?
I was looking through videos of the war in Iraq on youtube and saw the title, "Korean Army in Iraq." I watched it because I had no idea South Korea was in Iraq. It turned out that South Korea deployed 3000+ soldiers there to bring peace and rebuild iraq while U.S. soldiers were fighting..same with Britain. While watching the video, I saw that South Korea taught Iraqi civilians and did: Material & equipment support Joint Checkpoint constructions Rifle range constructions Build barracks Forest Ranger station construction Military team training (taught civilians to defend themselves) Vocational training centers Computer classes Taught appliance maintinence Vehicle construction heavy equipment operation paved roads public health clinics town halls schools sewers deep wells public parks Hospitals dentists surgeries Planted grasses, plants, etc Soccer Created childrens day (like a field day with band playing, games, etc) and many more. Yeah I know we (U.S.) did all the struggling work and all that, same with Britain but I never heard of South Korea in Iraq. All the time we hear U.S. soldiers in Iraq but why not Korea? I think if the U.S. did some fighting back then and did what South Korea did, the war would have ended by now. I thought the whole point of the war was to bring peace and restore Iraq. It seems though as if South Korea did that to some parts of Iraq. I would like to see us do something like that.
Other - Politics & Government - 1 Answers
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South Korea is currently in Afghanistan and the Somali Coast. They were also involved in the Gulf War. What amazes me is how little people are aware of South Korea's involvement with Vietnam too. South Korea had the second largest foreign presence during the war second only to the United States. South Korea's military is very well trained believe it or not.

is der available hir in south korea open for aplying imiggrant visa for canada,even im a filipino working hir

is der available hir in south korea open for aplying imiggrant visa for canada,even im a filipino working hir?
im a employment permit system or they called it EPS from d philippines,and im working hir in south korea...in other words...i want to cross country to canada,by applying imiggrant visa hir at canadian embassy hir in south korea....im living near seoul..i dont know if it is possible,coz i dont know yet d adress or tel # of canadian embassy hir.....pls help me.......after my contract,i plan to do it......and if posible,wat is the requirements.....thank you to all of you!!!im updating to you all if just an update regarding dat matter....so PLSSSS...HELP ME......GOD BLESS!!!
Community Service - 1 Answers
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Kabayan, di ko maintindihan English mo..masyado malabo

I am a South African without a degree but with a TEFL qualification.Can i find work in Korea

I am a South African without a degree but with a TEFL qualification.Can i find work in Korea?
My wife has a contract to teach at a government school & i will be accompanying her. I will have an F2 visa. What are my chances?
Studying Abroad - 2 Answers
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F2 visa allows you to stay in Korea for long time, But I think you cannot work legally. If you can get F5 visa, of course you can work at a Hagwon or schools. Good luck!!
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You can work legally on an F-2 or F-5 visa anywhere. Whether you will be hired to teach English depends on how fluent you are. I have heard of South Africans working in Korea, though it's not very common.

Hi, i am a factory worker here in South Korea. How am i going to apply a tourist visa going to New Jersey

Hi, i am a factory worker here in South Korea. How am i going to apply a tourist visa going to New Jersey?
I have a two years working visa right now. What is the first step for applying a tourist visa from here in South Korea going to New Jersey What are the documents needed? Do i still need a certificate from my employer indicates that i am a there employee and still going back here in korea to work after my visa end.Where i am going to apply here in South Korea? How much it will cost? Is it possible?
Embassies & Consulates - 1 Answers
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You need a sponsor to get a tourist visa to the United States. Someone as a relative will need to write a letter to your embassy stating when you will come and who will be responsible for your expenses while you are here in the USA. Also they will need to send to you a letter stating verification of employment, Form I-130 ( support document) and their latest income tax return. They will need to go to the state department web site and they have a link where they can set up an appointment for you at the embassy (or consulate) in your country. This is the web site www.travel.state. gov The cost is relatively a small amount. Less than $100

If a person has a major in English, can he or she work as a teacher in South Korea

If a person has a major in English, can he or she work as a teacher in South Korea ?

Teaching - 1 Answers
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u usually need to do a tefl course to teach english as a foreign language. even people without an english degree whose 1st language is english can do it

How can I get a legit job in South Korea without going to college

How can I get a legit job in South Korea without going to college?
I am an American and work in Korea as an English teacher. But it is all illegal. In fact I was caught once and had to pay a fine. Are there any other jobs I could do related to English work in korea. If you have any good advise on how to get a legit job in Korea please let me know.
Careers & Employment - 3 Answers
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Learn Korean and become a translator
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This is for people that are serious and who don’t want to be misled as we have tried many things and have found a company that has been around for 21 Years and pays you to advertise for them. My wife and I just started and are doing well. It is not an MLM company and no selling, no deliveries or stocking product. My wife’s aunt has been working with this Company (Melaleuca) for a little over 3 years and home schools 3 kids and makes $9,000 a month. It is a 500 Inc company and the CEO is on the U.S. Chamber of commerce board. I can arrange a web cast with my wife’s aunt for you and you can decide by yourself and WE WILL help you be successful. It is an honest Win Win. If you want to see a web cast (presentation) from your home let me know and I will arrange it as that truly is the way to see all about Melaleuca. Have you heard of it. We have just gotten started with my wife's aunts help as it is a team effort and it is fun. Just a quick F.Y.I. 8 out of 10 people that see the web cast join the company and 95% of the people that join re-order product each and every month. Let me know when you are ready and we will set up the web cast. e-mail: cleanandsafehome@yahoo.com Thanks, Rich & Teresa
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The truth is you can't work for any well established company in Korea without a college degree. Unless you have special talent that corporation can use and must have they won't sponsor you and you'll never get a working visa in Korea. It's better to just face the facts and get a degree in Korea and work on the side illegally as an English teacher.

Could i get a job working in pharmaceuticals in South Korea

Could i get a job working in pharmaceuticals in South Korea?
i have sceince and 5 years experience....i only speak english. if u guys dont know could u recomend a job search website for South Korea?
Korea - 5 Answers
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yes just applied online good luck
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why are you going to korea if you don't speak korean/ Craigslist is a good place to start. also the classifieds section of "korea times"
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first, go learn korean
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Possibly, you could get a job in pharmaceuticals at a large international company here in Korea. I have a friend who works for one, and they have had foreign managers who don't speak much Korean. So wherever in the world you are, enquire at any of the leading pharmaceutical companies and see if they have any positions available in Korea. Good luck :D
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You might want to try international search firms / headhunters to find any openings. There is no job search site in English in Korea - plus most jobs that require English skills also require Korean, and those jobs that don't need Korean are mostly manageral roles which are not usually posted in public often.To answer your question, yes you can, but you gotta find a right channel and I recommend start with search firms.

Should I work in Singapore or Shanghai, China

Should I work in Singapore or Shanghai, China?
Hello, I am currently working in South Korea as an English Teacher. I was offered a job in Shanghai making 12,000 + housing included and I was offered a job in Singapore making 3,500 + 500(housing). Which one would be better for saving money. I have student loans that I have to pay. Thanks for your help!
Other - Asia Pacific - 4 Answers
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Cost of living in Shanghai is a little lower than Singapore and you have more options in China.
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certainly Shanghai as everything in Shanghai r a lot cheaper than Singapore. this is the 2 countries that i travelled a lot there as my mother was borned in SH & we visited there like every year & Singapore, my big sis was migrated there w/ her son so i go there often. Singapore is more like the living standard in HK. and SH definately a lot cheaper on everything unless u always hv to visit those luxury places / restaurants. n if u r teaching Eng in SH. u definately win their respectation a lot.
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i would definately say Shanghai since housing is already included, to get a place anywhere in sh is usually really difficult. im not sure what singapore is like, but trust me when i ssay, you do NOT want to miss out on a place like Shanghai. that all im gonna say
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Stay in Singapore i loved it there. Whenever i go there for holidays i don't want to come back, it's not always about money, you need to like the place too. Also, it is the safest and cleanest country in the world. You'll be better off in Singapore. Why? Great Food! Indian, Chinese, Portuguese etc.. Great Shopping Malls!!!! Another big + Ok Local people!!! Beautiful view of City and feel safe to even walk at 5 in the morning and live your day hehe

Are there Chinese language elementary schools in South Korea

Are there Chinese language elementary schools in South Korea?
I have a Chinese daughter, attending public school in Shanghai, PRC. I am about to move to South Korea for a work assignment... Are there "Chinese Schools" in Korea is what I'm trying to figure out...
Primary & Secondary Education - 2 Answers
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There are no international schools that offer full Chinese immersion. At the public school level, I think the best you'll be able to do is find a school that focuses on foreign languages and have part of the day in immersion. Good luck.
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In primary and secondary schools and universities (public and private) in South Korea, there are classes that teaches Chinese, Japanese and English, as well as Korean. You will find these in metropolises and large cities, particularly in Seoul and Busan. Your daughter can speak Chinese, is that correct? How old is she now? If she can speak and write Chinese, I encourage you to go speak with the principal of the desired school about giving her Chinese language analysis test first to see what is her level of proficiency in Chinese language. If possible, you may also need to ask whether she can attend Chinese language class in at least an intermediate level after the testing determines what level is she in right now. I hope this helps you with your question. Good luck!

Is there a website where you can watch television shows in South Korea? HULU won't work outside the U.S.

Is there a website where you can watch television shows in South Korea? HULU won't work outside the U.S.?
I live in Uijongbu, South Korea, and Hulu will not work. I heard there is a similar website that will, but I don't know what it is. I like watching television series.
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I am from the USA but reside in S. America. The one I use is en.justin.tv. Type it exactly that way. No need for www. at the beginning or .com/org on the end. I have found it to be the most reliable. The other one I use from time to time is RealityTvFan.org.
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Download Bit Torrent and then download all the shows you want. Ofcourse, if the show is popular it won't be on.
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Use a personal vpn to give you a secure and reliable connection back to the USA. Since you computer now appears to be in the USA all the USA only stuff, Hulu, the networks, netflicks etc work. http://www.surfbouncer.com
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You can go on Mysoju.com dramacrazy.net viikii.com veoh.com
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I see there are already quite few answers for this question but all of them are about redirecting you to another site or downloading movies illegally. I live in Europe and it just shocks me that here I can't watch legally most of my favorite shows therefor I had to find a solution, how to make these services such as Hulu and other websites that block IP address that are not from US available to me. Only real solution I found was VPN. Basically you connect to a server in US and all your activities seem as your from US. There are many VPN services some for free, some cost but the question is which one is the best. After quite a bit of research and experience, I can clearly say that StrongVPN is the best. Their costumer service is superb but what matters the most is the speed and their speeds are just amazing. The best VPN speeds I have ever had. (I even tried the free ones but the advertisement just made the experience horrible, all the pop ups were so annoying.) Also StrongVPN offer you UK&US therefor you can watch things such Hulu for US and BBC iPLayer in UK. They also had the best setup guide I had seen, with pictures and easy to understand how to configure your computer (Windows, Mac or Linux), iPhone&iPod Touch, other handheld devices and even your router. Obviously this solution does cost but if you are serious about watching Hulu or other such as services outside from US, you have to realize that it will cost some money. Also this is great if you don't want anyone to know what websites your visiting because it will seem to everyone that your from US. As of now they are having a limited offer for just $55 a year you will get access to plenty US and UK servers. (Mostly US servers). I know $55 at first seems a lot of money but if you divide that by 12 months, its just around $4.6 and that is quite a good price for using their servers. Here is the link to get the limited offer: http://strongvpn.com/aff/scripts/click.php?a_aid=bondars Also remember that if you have any questions simply email, skype or call them. They have always been superb with their customer service.
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Go to YouTube and search "Hulu ouside of America." You will find videos telling what program to download and how to install it, in order to make Hulu work in the ROK. It's really easy.
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I've been in South Korea (Seoul) for a couple of years myself and have experimented with various sites. The best two that I've come across are www.surfthechannel.com and www.ninjavideo.net. One note, many of the links on the above two sites point to a service called megavideo.com. Megavideo is great but it limits the amount of time you can spend on it. I finally broke down and paid for a subscription (which isn't unreasonable really). Torrents are also great, albeit semi-legal (at best). Another idea is a VPN (I use one occasionally and the results are pretty amazing). It's basically a paid service similar to a proxy (but a thousand times more reliable and faster) which tunnels through the web and disguises your IP address. You can choose a server in the US and you can view Hulu (I do it all the time). The service I use is www.blacklogic.com. It's really simple to set up and the price isn't bad - I wanna say maybe $15 a month, but I can't be sure right off the top of my head. Another benefit of blacklogic is that you can use Pandora's internet radio (which I adore - www.pandora.com). Well, good luck with it! ;) PS Feel free to PM if you have any questions by the way.
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Responding to the questiong above me, if you want to connect to megavideo, don't ever buy the subscription. All you need to do is let the video load, and then work offline. You can watch a lot more videos if you do this because you can just let 5 or 6 of them load and then watch them at your leisure. Also, I'm not sure what channel it is, but the military tv station does offer some US programs on their network, also check a network called "style" and "Tooniverse" plays The Simpsons on friday nights, and MBS plays CSI on Mondays. If you are a simpsons fan, the best hands-down site to watch is www.wtso.net They also have other links to free "region-free" sites (the reason you are having a problem watching shows from the states) that you can link to. Good luck!

I wanna search for my father I last heard he is working in South Korea...how do I do this

I wanna search for my father I last heard he is working in South Korea...how do I do this??

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Try Yahoo people search, here is site http://people.yahoo.com/. You will figure it out. Good luck men
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if you have enough money, then pay some privat research team or person...let them do it for you. if you don't own much, go to oprah

What advice can you give a westerner working and living in South Korea

What advice can you give a westerner working and living in South Korea?
I am a first generation Chinese American currently working and living in South Korea. I want to have a good experience here without being the ignorant foreigner. What cultural differences should I be aware of?
Korea - 3 Answers
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Umm...just wiki, google or study a bit on south korean culture it shouldn't take too long... good luckkk
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dont bring the western culture... that's it...
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There is a cultural book entitled Ugly Korean, Ugly American (or the title may be the other way around) however this book tells some of the cultural differences that are considered rude/offensive and what is the polite/right way in dealing with one another. It's just a small handy dandy guide, in paper back. I hope that you can find it on line. It's the best one I've seen!

I am a U.S. Citizen with a Bachelor's Degree.... What countries am I legally authorized to work in

I am a U.S. Citizen with a Bachelor's Degree.... What countries am I legally authorized to work in?
I think I am authorized to work in South Korea because I was asked to teach there... so I don't know what to put on an application for an international company when it asks me what countries I am authorized to work in? Dumb question or not?
Law & Legal - 2 Answers
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yes dumb question
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You are authorized to work in the US, and any other country that recognizes a US citizen as a legal worker.

how would i get a blackberry storm in south korea with an e2 visa.

how would i get a blackberry storm in south korea with an e2 visa.?
I've read a lot of people saying they have their blackberry's working in south Korea, even with the different network, but no one is actually telling me how it can be achieved. I have even emailed SK telecom and their representatives have told me that there are restrictions for E2 visa holders. is it possible to have the blackberry if i buy one in Korea from yongsan or even from the SK store and just pay the monthly fee. I will be there for a year, i don't understand why I'm getting different answers with no clear answers.
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well, if you have an e2 visa then you should need to register for an arc (alien registration card) and only then are you able to get a cellphone contract. you also need to have a korean bank account, but you don't always need an arc to sign up for one. the problem with some nicer phones (blackberries and iphones) are that you generally need to show that you'll be in korea for at least two years in order to get a contract with sk or other companies. as for not getting a straight answer, that's korea for you. everything's last minute and constantly changing depending on who you talk to. i love the country, but you need to really stick to your guns and be assertive until you get your way. however, i would be a bit wary of buying a phone from yongsan without definitely knowing that you can get a contract. they will likely encourage you to buy the phone to make the sale knowing full well that you won't be able to get it up and running. good luck!

Will my daughter be able to travel with me to South Korea

Will my daughter be able to travel with me to South Korea?
Hi all! I was wondering if anyone of you has already experienced the same situation I have right now with my daughter and if you were able to go about it and how. My American husband is currently working in South Korea and I will be coming to join him there as his dependent. As we still haven't started with our adoption procedures for my 3-year old daughter who uses my last name, the immigration has asked for her adoption papers that will prove her link with my husband or she can't come to join us in South Korea. I just want to know if there is an alternative document that I can present/submit to the Korean immigration that will be acceptable and therefore allow them to issue visa to my daughter. We are coming from the Philippines. Thank you. She uses my last name in her birth certificate.
Korea - 2 Answers
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Her birth certificate ,should show the link to your husband, and that she is really his daughter from an other woman
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Does she have a passport already? If not, you may need to obtain signatures from the biological parent. It is a huge pain in the butt, but very necessary to get a passport to travel overseas. If she has a passport already, I don't think it will be a problem.

Poverty in south Korea

Poverty in south Korea?
I am planning on moving to South Korea to work with the poor. I wanted to know if anyone knew which cities had the most poverty? And what the poverty problems in South Korea are. I appreciate your concerns for Africa. Yes I am aware that there are worse poverty levels in other countries, but poverty is poverty. America has the resources to combat poverty but it is still a big problem. Canada has it as well but Vancouver has the poorest zip code in North America. Who decides which group of people living in poverty deserve more help? No one can make that decision if all people are created equally.
Korea - 6 Answers
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Thats nice of you...I have no idea but all the best...
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um... actually, there are other places which has much worse problems with poverty. Korea has the resources to combat poverty... your work and mindset will have a much greater impact and gratittuted somewhere else, like Africa or something.
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Yes, I agree "poverty is poverty". Although Korea is an economically developed nation and ranked within the Top 20 largest economies, many people still fall under the poverty line. Furthermore, the disparity between the wealthy and the poor is gradually increasing, like it has been in the U.S. and China. The rich are getting richer, and the poor are not getting any richer. I guessing much of the poverty is limited to the more rural regions of the country. Not that there aren't poor people in large cities like Seoul, but there are people in the countryside who still live in pre-War housing. I Googled a little bit and came up with Dongducheon, Gyeonggi Province, a little north of Seoul. Apparently they have some poor living conditions there, so you might want to check it out. Sorry I can't be of more help! Hopefully someone who is more knowledgeable in this area will come along and give you better information :] In the meanwhile, use the power of the internet search function!
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Well, living and traveling in Korea, I've noticed that there's probably more rural poverty than anything else. There's not much poverty in Korea as a whole, but there are plenty of farmer/fisherman communities. As you know, Korea has been an agrarian society until recently when it started developing more technological sectors. However, there are plenty of places where farming is a major way of life. I'm guessing Gangwondo, the northeasternmost and more mountainous province, has more poverty issues. Yet, it really depends on what poverty problems you want to tackle. Do you mean homelessness, which is more prevalent in the larger cities Seoul, Busan, Daegu, or do you mean living below average financial means, which is arguably found throughout the country. Email me for more help and I'll try to find the answer.
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I live in Seoul and Pusan for two years. In the major cities in South Korea there is a great deal of homeless people. They are abundant, but are often moved around by the city and federal government. They are seen as trash and sub-human. In addition, Orphans are abundant too. Korean look down upon adoption. I would say to look at homeless people. Also look at orphanages. These are two places that are in most need in South Korea. In addition, South Korea does not have many social programs like welfare or social security for the disable. It easy to see people without legs riding on skateboard time vehicles. The cities in South Korea and in specific the public streets and transportation are not designed for people with disabilities. This is another opportunity for improvement. In short, look at help disable homeless, homeless in general, orphans, and old people with low income. If you are looking for organization, there are many international organizations such as Churches, the UN, and the International Monetary Fund (IMF). South Korea is the 12th largest economies in the world, but it also has many poor people. I think you could be of great help in South Korea. Philly Guy
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Many old people in the cities are not taken care by their children and work as trash scavenger. Many old people in the villages are not taken care by their children and work as farmer.

Will my American Nintendo DS work with a South Korean charger

Will my American Nintendo DS work with a South Korean charger?
I currently live in South Korea and I brought my Nintendo DS which I bought in the USA. I used an adapter on the charger but for some reason it doesn't work now. I was wondering if I can just buy a korean ds charger for it or will that fry it?
Video & Online Games - 2 Answers
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No, you need to buy an adaptor, i don't know about Korean electronic stores but they should sell them
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you can buy korean adapter or charger thingy. :)