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What Does a Non-Korean Korean Restaurant in Malta Says About Globalization of "Ethnic" Pop Culture

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It was not yesterday that Korea became a cultural superpower. Yet, amidst the global rise of K-pop , K-drama, and even K-cosmetics, K-food remains relatively obscure. It is not surprising. After all, learning to cook a cuisine requires skilled chefs who are often unwilling to emigrate from their home countries, especially to those with lower salaries. Finding authentic ingredients or importing them from Korea affordably requires legal and regulatory support. And it is always a risk that the cuisine may not suit the local palate, especially given Korean food's reputation for being spicy.
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Appreciating Those Who Visit Me in Malta

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The word "career development" comes with a sense of increased responsibility. Outgrowing the usual routine of finishing the assignment tasks sees the mid-career professional becoming more expansive in their roles: it could involve overseeing a group of subordinates, worrying about whether they are not being overworked or understimulated to maintain motivation. Or it could be getting on the graces of major clients, striking a balance between fulfilling their whims to stop them from hopping over to a rival, and ensuring their demands are reasonably doable. 
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Just Talking About the Economic Benefits of Immigration Will Only Further Distance the Newcomers From the Natives

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The aftermath of the Japanese legislative elections this past week has only cemented an almost concerted narrative among international media outlets that the country is on the cusp of change, probably for the worse. The first time in post-WWII history that the ruling Liberal Democratic Party lost its majority in both houses of the legislature, and the very likely resignation of Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba in the coming weeks, are seen in the context of greater instability, despite the much-needed conclusion of trade-deal negotiations with the US. 
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