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 tell us about how the Miss Samoa platform is being used as a form of activism to break cultural silences, address gender violence, and redefine beauty pageants as spaces for empowerment and representation in Samoa.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about Tevin Belasco's inspiring journey from seeking help to making history as an American Airlines pilot, landing in his home country, Saint Lucia, for the first time in nine years.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about the launch of a housing revolution in St. Kitts and Nevis, marked by the construction of 20 new homes in Ottleys as part of the government’s strategy to address urgent housing needs and promote homeownership.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about the landmark French court ruling against Charles Onana for downplaying the Rwandan genocide, highlighting France's commitment to combating genocide denial and protecting survivors.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about how Bashar al-Assad's departure to Moscow signals a significant shift in Syria's leadership and its implications for Russia's Middle East ambitions.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about the annulled presidential election in Romania, where allegations of Russian interference and hybrid warfare tactics have highlighted the vulnerabilities of democracies.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about FIFA's human rights chair expressing disappointment over the rejection of Qatar worker compensation, while emphasizing the broader implications of the committee’s ongoing efforts.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about Portugal's struggle to retain its youth as the government introduces a tax holiday scheme to address the nation's brain drain and stem its high emigration rate among young graduates.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about Poland's 2025 presidential election, a pivotal event that could shape the future of the hard-right Law and Justice party and serve as a bellwether for Europe’s political landscape.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about how martial law influences diplomacy, exploring its historical roots, global impacts on alliances and reputations, and regional examples that highlight its role as both a tool for crisis management and a challenge to democratic values.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s dismissal of impeachment efforts against Vice President Sara Duterte, downplaying their feud as a “storm in a teacup” despite growing political tensions.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about an exciting new way to experience Peru, blending rustic-chic accommodations, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable hikes in iconic locations like the Colca Canyon.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about Paraguay's controversial new law granting the government sweeping powers over NGOs, sparking alarm among activists who liken it to civil society crackdowns in countries like Venezuela and Russia.  

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about the alarming rise in sorcery-related violence in Papua New Guinea, where societal tensions and deep-seated beliefs in black magic fuel brutal attacks.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about how the climate crisis threatens the Panama Canal and Panama's economy, as drought-driven restrictions highlight the urgent need for sustainable solutions and adaptation strategies.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about Palestine's growing international recognition, with 146 countries now recognizing its statehood amid the ongoing Israeli offensive in Gaza and its devastating human toll.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about Pakistan sealing off Islamabad ahead of a planned rally by Imran Khan supporters, marking the second such lockdown in recent months, coinciding with Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko's visit.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about Oman's 54th National Day, celebrating the nation's milestones under Sultan Haitham bin Tarik's leadership and its progress toward the goals of Oman Vision 2040.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about Norway's campaign for self-preparedness, urging citizens to manage independently during crises, and how it contrasts with approaches in neighboring Nordic countries.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about the renewed tensions between North Macedonia and Greece, sparked by President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova's use of "Macedonia" to refer to her country.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about the dominance of North Korea's women's football team, exploring how the isolated state has achieved multiple World Cup and Asian championship titles in youth soccer.

d Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about the allure and risks of Lagos's Computer Village, where resellers and repairmen help Nigerians pursue the status symbol of an iPhone in Africa's largest tech hub.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about Hama Amadou, Niger’s resilient political figure known as the "Phoenix," who navigated high office, prison, and exile before passing away at 74.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about the Ortega regime's severe human rights abuses against Nicaragua's university community, as detailed in a UN report that highlights crimes against humanity, including murder, torture, and politically motivated persecution.

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about a controversial bill introduced in New Zealand’s parliament that seeks to reinterpret the Treaty of Waitangi principles, potentially reshaping Māori-Crown relations and sparking widespread debate.