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Top 10 Richest Korean Sports Stars of All Time – Seoul Space Rankings

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When people think of Korea they might think of K-Pop which has taken the globe by storm. They might even think of Samsung Electronics and their T.V.s and smartphones. However, what people don't realize is that Koreans love their sports and especially their sports stars. They are treated like gods in Korea and this is something you can see clearly when one goes to a game in Korea. This is why big companies pay these sports stars huge amounts of money to endorse their company/products. Their influence reaches their loyal fan base who worship these stars as much as K-Pop stars. Businesses have been cashing in on Korea's pride for their countrymen/women for quite some time now and it doesn't seem like it is going to let up anytime soon. Whether they are retired or still active these Korean Sports Stars continue to generate include based on their "brand name" alone. Here are the top 10 wealthiest Korean sports stars of all time.

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Blood Types in Korea – Korean Women Prefer Which More?

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Blood types in Korea is a pretty big deal. Koreans love to talk about one’s blood type. Especially Korean women. Surveys have shown that 4 in 5 Korean women take a man’s blood type into consideration when dating. Many feel that this is the quickest way to determine a person’s temperament and even compatibility with others. This might be strange to those in the West who might not even know what their blood type is. Blood type comes into play mainly when looking for a partner. This is because most Koreans feel a person’s blood type indicates one’s personality trait. In 2004 Nonghyup got a lot of press for saying they would only hire those with Type O or B blood. Saying that Type As and AB should not apply since they had no drive.

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The Most Common Surnames in Korea and Their Meanings

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There are over 270 surnames in Korea. The top 5 names on this list make up more than 50% of all Koreans. Kim alone makes up close to 23%. This means that in a population of over 50 million people, for every 5 Koreans you meet, it is highly likely you will meet one Kim. Therefore, having the same Korean last name does not always mean they are related. Throughout Korean history, the last name was determined by the clan or region they were born in. Many of these surnames stem from Chinese characters converted into a different script.

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10 Best Universities in Korea for International Students

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Studying in Korea will be one of the best experiences of your life. Ask anyone who has studied in Korea and they will usually say the same thing…..” best time of my life”. In addition, Korea’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that over 85% of international students are satisfied with their experiences at Korean Universities. Aside from the amazing cultural experiences, many of the best Universities in Korea are eager to accept international students. Moreover, the Korean government announced a plan to increase foreign enrollment to 200,000 by 2032. Therefore, there are many government scholarship programs for international students that pay for full tuition, monthly stipend, settlement allowance, medical insurance, and round trip tickets.

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