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Entertainment 4 years ago

South Korean MP apologises over BTS tattoo pictures

K-pop fans are fiercely protective of their idols and while Ryu Ho-jeong of the progressive minor Justice party did nothing to claim she had Jungkook's support, she was accused of dragging him into politics.

Lifestyle 4 years ago

Scar tissue: Vietnamese women find healing with tattoos

Tattoo artist Ngoc inks middle-aged women whose lives have been upended by divorce or illness, each of them searching for healing through an art form that is still largely taboo in Vietnam.

People 5 years ago

Afghan female artist breaks tattoo taboo in Kabul studio

A normal routine in studios around the world, Soraya Shahidy's artwork in the conservative country breaks a tattoo taboo.

Lifestyle 5 years ago

Tattoo artists warn of dangers of 'semi-permanent tattoos'

Concern is growing over the mushrooming trend of getting a “semi-permanent tattoo”. However, the term “semi-permanent” has been called into question.

Lifestyle 5 years ago

Japan Ink: Growing tribe proudly defies tattoo taboo, hopes for Olympian boost

There's a growing tribe of Japanese ink aficionados who defy deeply-rooted taboos associating tattoos with crime, turning their skin into vivid palettes of color with elaborate full-body designs, often featuring characters from traditional legends.

People 5 years ago

'Mr Snake': Meet the teacher who is France's most tattooed man

By night he is Freaky Hoody, the most tattooed man in France, whose tongue and even eyes are inked. By day he is Mr Helaine, primary school teacher.

Art & Culture 5 years ago

Marked for life: South Korea's tattoo artists seek legalization

South Korean tattooist Doy counts Hollywood superstar Brad Pitt and members of K-Pop band EXO among his celebrity clients, but his delicate, detailed designs could land him in prison.

World 5 years ago

In Mexico, free 'COVID-19 survivor' tattoos

A Mexican tattooist is offering free "COVID-19 survivor" tattoos to people who have beaten the coronavirus as an indelible reminder of the pandemic that has swept through the country.

Lifestyle 5 years ago

Korea’s ‘sentimental tattoos’ trending among the young

Though tattoos are growing more popular, Korea is one of the few countries that ban tattoo services unless they are carried out by medical practitioners.

Lifestyle 6 years ago

Probably not a good time to get that tattoo you want

Three tattoo studios have temporarily stopped operation to avoid coronavirus transmission between artists and clients, while some studios are still open with extra precautions.

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South Korean MP apologises over BTS tattoo pictures

Scar tissue: Vietnamese women find healing with tattoos

Afghan female artist breaks tattoo taboo in Kabul studio

Tattoo artists warn of dangers of 'semi-permanent tattoos'

Japan Ink: Growing tribe proudly defies tattoo taboo, hopes for Olympian boost

'Mr Snake': Meet the teacher who is France's most tattooed man

Marked for life: South Korea's tattoo artists seek legalization

In Mexico, free 'COVID-19 survivor' tattoos

Korea’s ‘sentimental tattoos’ trending among the young

Probably not a good time to get that tattoo you want

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Your Opinion Matters

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