Teachers continue to feel vulnerable to abuse claims despite reforms, prompting unions to demand stronger protective measures and legislative changes.
Son Heung-min’s dad may be tough on the pitch — but a paperwork technicality just got him off the hook.
A woman in her 30s already serving time for contributing to the death of her disabled stepson by confining him in a bathtub filled with cold water has been found guilty of illegal adoption.
The head of a hagwon, or a private cram school, has been found guilty of child abuse for threatening to "ruin" a 7-year-old child's house when she said she wanted to quit.
A two-year-old boy died after choking on food at a day care center in Gimpo, Gyeonggi, prompting a police investigation on Thursday.
Star footballer Son Heung-min's father and older brother have received suspensions barring them from participating in games after being convicted of child abuse against youth football trainees.
A 27-year-old day care teacher who forced a five-year-old child's head into a meal tray for not eating properly has had their fine suspended.
An elementary school teacher in Busan was beaten by her student when she tried to break up a fight between two students. The student's parents reported her for child abuse when the teacher requested that a disciplinary hearing be convened.
Son Heung-min’s father Son Woong-jung and two other coaches have been accused of verbally and physically abusing a young football player, according to local reports Wednesday.
Former T-ara member Lee A-reum and her mother were handed over to prosecutors on charges of child abuse and exploitation. The case involves allegations of abuse between Lee and her ex-husband.
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