Soo Kim
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Soo Kim is a Newsweek SEO Reporter is based in London, UK. She reports on various trends and lifestyle stories, from health, fitness and travel to psychology, relationships and family issues. She is also a South Korea expert who regularly covers Korean culture/entertainment for Newsweek, including the latest K-dramas, films and K-pop news, and is the author of the book How to Live Korean, which is available in eight languages. Soo also covered the COVID-19 pandemic extensively from 2020 through 2021 after joining the general news desk of Newsweek in 2019 from the Daily Telegraph (a U.K. national newspaper) where she was a travel reporter/editor from 2010. She is a graduate of Binghamton University in New York and the journalism school of City University in London, where she earned a Masters in international journalism. Languages spoken: English and Korean.
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"You're excluding her because she makes being a mom everyone else's problem," said one social media user.
Pilot's smooth landing amid "unpredictable" winds applauded
Social media users were amazed by the plane landing amid "unseen tumultuous currents" in the viral clip.
Pilot reveals how to tell when plane has cleared "high-threat environment"
Kyle Koukol told Newsweek that the chimes you hear on a plane can indicate "something as simple as asking for a cup of coffee" from the cabin crew.
Cat left outside for 2 minutes has dramatic reaction in hilarious clip
The owner said that as soon as the door was shut, the feline wanted to be let back inside.
"Good boy" golden retriever crying after owner leaves home breaks hearts
Several TikTok and Instagram users were moved by the dog's reaction in the clip, with one writing: "Don't ever leave that baby alone ever again."
Passenger's "unreal" view from plane leaves internet speechless
The rare view from the skies has shocked users on TikTok, with one writing "no way, so lucky."
Former flight attendant reveals where "secret" stash in plane bathroom is
The former air hostess told Newsweek that "there's no rule" saying you can't access this area, "but it's not something that flight attendants encourage..."
Woman finally flies first class with champagne but it doesn't go as planned
Several TikTok users were impressed by the passenger's reaction during the flight in the viral post, with one writing: "I could never be so relaxed..."
Pilot debunks plane misconceptions after passenger claims they "do nothing"
Airline pilot Gary Baumgardner told Newsweek that one of the most misunderstood aspects about his profession is that planes "fly themselves."
Flight attendant's advice on best water to drink during flight splits views
Dr. Valerie Ulene told Newsweek, "staying well hydrated when you fly is important, especially on longer flights."
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Tears as senior cow rescued after having "babies taken" for meat industry
Several users were moved by the viral animal-rescue video, with one writing that the cow has "so much sadness in her eyes."
Man demanding wife to "lower" her parenting standards sparks fury
Several Reddit users criticized the husband in the post, with one writing he is "completely out of touch with reality."
Shock as woman who exercised to be skinny now wants to be "huge"
Several TikTok users were amazed and inspired by the woman in the viral clip, with one writing she's "gonna be the strongest mama!"
Parents who "intentionally" sat away from misbehaving kids on plane dragged
"Everyone assumed they were mine and added stress via glares/comments while I was dealing with my own stressors," the exasperated passenger said online.
Adorable feral puppies found hiding in a bush melt hearts: "So precious"
Several users swooned over the puppies discovered in the viral clip, with one writing, "They want to be loved so bad."
Shock as driver finds $20 and "lovely note" after jeep "hit" in parking lot
Several TikTok users were amused by the scene portrayed in the viral clip, with one writing the damage will "buff out."
Bride-to-be excluding stepsister from wedding backed: "She's not family"
Several Reddit users sided with the bride-to-be in the latest post, with one writing "it's well within her right" to exclude her stepsister from the wedding.
Delta apologizes as mom of 3 bumped off "near empty" flight without family
Mike Smith said Delta may have canceled his wife's booking—and that of 100 passengers—because of an "incorrect note" linked to a cancellation.
'Most romantic' cat bringing flowers to her owner hailed relationship goals
Several TikTok users swooned over the feline's gesture in the viral clip, with one writing she must have been thinking "my mom would probably like this."
Paralyzed dog proves she does have a quality of life: "That tail"
Caroline Smith told Newsweek that Lily, the disabled dog, "pushes through" every single day and shows that "animals really are fighters."
Dog gives "side eye" to owner after eating her lunch in hilarious clip
Several social media users were amused by the dog's reaction in the latest viral clip, with one writing: "That's one mad doggo."
The one vitamin deficiency in children that can cause obesity
Dr. Joe Alton told Newsweek: "Both vitamin D deficiency and childhood obesity are considered to be at epidemic levels in many countries."
Golden retriever saving owner from dog park fight praised: "His instinct"
"I had no idea what was wrong until it happened. He knew, his instinct to protect us from danger shows his loyalty," the video text reads.
Woman's New York City apartment search shocks internet: "Looks like prison"
The latest viral post has sparked debate among users on TikTok, with one writing these New York City apartments "all make a jail cell look better."
Woman goes viral for flat stomach but experts warn against it
Alessandra Leon told Newsweek that these moves have been 100 percent effective in helping her stomach look more toned and flat.
Couple adopts 3-year-old rescue cat instead of kitten after he "chose" them
Several TikTok users were moved by the cat adoption story in the viral post, with one writing older cats "deserve love too."
Shock as dog escapes her kennel mid-flight after chewing through cage
Several TikTok users were impressed by the dog's escape in the latest viral clip, while some were concerned.
"Magic trick" to avoid getting bags lost at airport sparks debate
Some TikTok users found the tip in the viral clip to be "handy," while others were not impressed, with one writing "my eyes do this for me."
Woman refusing to go on vacation with disabled friend backed: "No thanks"
Many Reddit users sided with the woman, with one writing that the friend's difficult behavior "has nothing to do with a disability."
Cat who "loves" making the bed with owner every day delights viewers
Several TikTok users were in stitches over the latest viral clip, with one writing that the video shows "a perfect way to smooth the covers."
