Reject the French Revision of the Labor Law

Francois Hollande, the current President of France, argued for a revision of their labor laws. He proposed that working hours should be increased and layoffs should be easier to conduct than before to reduce the unemployment rate. However, about 120,000 people have demonstrated in France, declaring their rejection of the argument. French police repressed the protests with tear gas and stun grenades.

Turtle Ship Places 7th in the World

On April 6, the United States National Institute (USNI) conducted a survey to determine what was the greatest historical ship for what reason. Two million and six thousand people took part in the inquiry. As a result, the Turtle Ship, made by Lee Sun-shin, placed 7th because it was made in the 1500s in comparison to the other ships which had been made in 20th century usually.

Korean Wave Impact is Stronger

The Korean Wave has had a powerful impact on Canada and India recently, but the effect of the Korean Wave is decreasing in Iran and Japan. According to data from the Korea Trade Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA), about eight thousand people from all over the world said that the Wave has become more powerful in Canada, Saudi Arabia and India.

Touting! Can It be Justified?

There have been many incidences of touting or aggressive sales practices being used on Daehakno Street in Seoul lately to sell performance tickets. However, the police are cracking down on tout because the aggressive salesmen can spread false information and deceive customers about prices. On the other hand, the concerned parties are protesting the ban because it is related to their right to live.

Result of Vote Count

The result of the general election in 2016 was disclosed in April 14. It showed that the current ruling party, the Saenuri Party, came in second by winning a total of 122 seats. The opposition party, The Minjoo Party, won 123 seats, snatching the number one.