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Starbucks Controversy at Baejae High School Reaches Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education: Who Is to Blame? / Mug Insight / Video Mug

Yeo Hyeon-gyo

Published : Jun 30, 2026 6:39 PM

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Starbucks, a company whose chairman had to bow his head in apology over a single tumbler promotion, seemed to be settling down. However, just six weeks later, the brand has been summoned again—this time as a baseball stadium chant in an offline setting. This hateful meme has even spread to teenagers in school uniforms. Unlike the lighthearted way it is thrown around as a form of play, the consequences are devastating. How long will this continue?