A $1.15 Scarf Stall Now Ranks Among Seoul's Biggest Draws
A Seoul stall selling scarves at $1.15 each now draws police-managed queues, private security and millions of views — while neighbouring traders say the crowds spend nothing.
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Social Media
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Social Media
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