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Decomposed body of Mfantsipim student found in abandoned building

The decomposed body of a 17-year-old missing Mfantsipim student has been found in an abandoned building at Ola North. According to preliminary reports, the body of the deceased, identified as Emmanuel Arthur, had been at the location for several days, with pathologists noting advanced decomposition upon examination. Investigators recovered a black backpack, two mobile phones,…

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Failure is not the end: Engineer’s journey to seolleongtang success

Bae Han-sung, owner of Cheongpungok Seolleongtang, adds chopped green onions to a bowl of seolleongtang at his restaurant in Gangbuk District, Seoul, May 29. Korea Times photo by Jung Da-bin When asked what remark gives him the greatest satisfaction, Bae Han-sung, 51, owner of the seolleongtang restaurant Cheongpungok Seolleongtang in northern Seoul, said that the…

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Months of craftsmanship create lasting luster in Pingyao lacquerware

Designated in 2006 as national intangible cultural heritage of China, Pingyao lacquerware is known for its lustrous finish and gold-painted designs. Each piece undergoes five to eight layers of lacquer, with each layer meticulously sanded and polished. Using the warmth and pressure of their hands, artisans gradually bring out the lacquer’s shine. Creating a single…

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