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  • Opposition leader criticizes gov’t cash handouts scheme; president rejects ‘populist’ label

    Apr 7, 2026
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    Opposition leader criticizes gov’t cash handouts scheme; president rejects ‘populist’ label

    submitted by /u/Movie-Kino [link] [comments]

  • North Korea shows rare civility toward South after President Lee expresses regret over drones

    Apr 7, 2026
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    North Korea shows rare civility toward South after President Lee expresses regret over drones

    submitted by /u/Saltedline [link] [comments]

    North Korea
  • I feel that is it not that deep as ya’ll make it out to be

    Apr 7, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    The obsessiveness over useless things to me is so crazy. If it is not about the music and performances than…

  • Samsung’s historic surge and challenges to sustain it

    Apr 7, 2026
    in News
    Samsung’s historic surge and challenges to sustain it

    Samsung Electronics has delivered a quarterly performance that will be remembered as a watershed in corporate history. It posted its…

    driver, history, Putin, Samsung, Samsung Electronics
  • Seoul expands free health screenings for marriage migrants

    Apr 7, 2026
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    Seoul expands free health screenings for marriage migrants

    Seoul is broadening its health support program for marriage migrants, reaching more foreign residents with expanded services including post-screening interpretation…

    family, Medical, Seoul
  • Japanese national detained in Iran in January released on bail

    Apr 7, 2026
    in News
    Japanese national detained in Iran in January released on bail

    TOKYO — A Japanese national detained in Iran has been released on bail, Japan’s top government spokesperson said on Tuesday.…

    family, Japan, Tokyo
  • Kumho Tire sees credit rating jump as earnings, debt outlook improve

    Apr 7, 2026
    in News
    Kumho Tire sees credit rating jump as earnings, debt outlook improve

    Kumho Tire said Tuesday that Korea Investors Service (KIS), one of the country’s leading credit rating agencies, raised its corporate…

    driver
  • Why Seoul isn’t banning teenagers from social media

    Apr 7, 2026
    in News
    Why Seoul isn’t banning teenagers from social media

    Kaley, an American in her 20s, first encountered YouTube at age 6 and began using Instagram when she was 9.…

    KT, LG, Seoul, Social Media, Teenager
  • Who may represent South Korea in Eurovision Asia 2026?

    Apr 7, 2026
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    Since Eurovision Song Contest Asia finally is confirmed kind of, who do you think may represent South Korea? Information published…

    K-pop
  • So many ramen options… which one is the cheat code here?

    Apr 7, 2026
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    So many ramen options… which one is the cheat code here?

    If you were here, which ramen would you pick? Any spicy recommendations are welcom submitted by /u/InsuranceHungry3234 [link] [comments]

  • Dubu-jjigae and Eggs Over Rice

    Apr 7, 2026
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    Dubu-jjigae and Eggs Over Rice

    Comfort Dinner!! submitted by /u/Puzzleheaded_Act_131 [link] [comments]

    Jjigae
  • When the food’s this good, sometimes I’d rather eat alone so I can have it all to myself

    Apr 7, 2026
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    When the food’s this good, sometimes I’d rather eat alone so I can have it all to myself

    Had an all you can eat Korean lunch buffet, 2 hr limit. Rolled myself out at the end. Food of…

  • Black pork belly at home

    Apr 7, 2026
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    Black pork belly at home

    Tried black pork belly at home with rice, kimchi, and ssamjang. It felt a bit chewier than regular samgyeopsal. submitted…

    Kimchi, Pork
  • Yangnyeom Galbi

    Apr 6, 2026
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    Yangnyeom Galbi

    9.88$(14,900won, 1 serving) submitted by /u/raytto [link] [comments]

  • Taeyeon × DAZED Korea x Moncler (2026 Summer Edition)

    Apr 6, 2026
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    Taeyeon × DAZED Korea x Moncler (2026 Summer Edition)

    Photo Credits: Dazed Korea + Moncler + SM Entertainment The Summer That Reframes Her On the 2026 Summer Edition cover…

    KT, Photography, purpose, Seoul, study
  • Gochujang spotted at Costco $5.99

    Apr 6, 2026
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    Gochujang spotted at Costco $5.99

    submitted by /u/kawi-bawi-bo [link] [comments]

  • Tried Wang Donkatsu at Koreatown Plaza – Worth the Hype?

    Apr 6, 2026
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    Tried Wang Donkatsu at Koreatown Plaza – Worth the Hype?

    submitted by /u/Evening_Wafer_6349 [link] [comments]

  • I’m giving Kiss of Life a second chance this year

    Apr 6, 2026
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    Todah I randomly decided to watch Kiss of Life’s new MV, Who is She, as well as rewatched their hits.…

  • Help very chewy and hard cut bite off noodle in cold noodle

    Apr 6, 2026
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    hello, I really like the extremely chewy and hard to bite off noodles I get in cold noodles from those…

  • Stop Grading Your Photocards. Here is why.

    Apr 6, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Photocards being graded seem to be taking off and this will be explained on why this is bad. No quality…

  • S. Korea eyes moon landing in 2030

    Apr 6, 2026
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    S. Korea eyes moon landing in 2030

    South Korea is seeking to move up its planned 2032 lunar landing, as the government said Sunday that it hopes…

    study
  • Does anybody what candies these are?

    Apr 6, 2026
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    Does anybody what candies these are?

    i want to check out the ingredients list and would like to know the name of these candies 🙂 thank…

  • I love this lady’s show, I think because she reminds me of my grandmother

    Apr 6, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    I love this lady’s show, I think because she reminds me of my grandmother

    submitted by /u/trafthunlust [link] [comments]

  • DGIST professor finds brain immune switch to ease Alzheimer’s

    Apr 6, 2026
    in News
    DGIST professor finds brain immune switch to ease Alzheimer’s

    A research team led by brain science professor Um Ji-won at Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST) has…

    daegu, purpose, study
  • LG CNS to lead next phase of Bank of Korea’s digital currency initiative

    Apr 6, 2026
    in News
    LG CNS to lead next phase of Bank of Korea’s digital currency initiative

    LG CNS, the IT services arm of LG Group, said it will serve as the lead contractor for the second…

    LG, LG CNS, purpose
  • Trump issues an expletive-filled threat against Iran as details of US aviator’s rescue emerge

    Apr 6, 2026
    in News
    Trump issues an expletive-filled threat against Iran as details of US aviator’s rescue emerge

    TEHRAN, Iran — U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday made expletive-filled threats against Iran and its infrastructure if it doesn’t…

    Donald Trump, Social Media
  • Cabinet approves motion to amend some texts in Constitution

    Apr 6, 2026
    in News
    Cabinet approves motion to amend some texts in Constitution

    The Cabinet approved a motion Monday to amend some texts in the Constitution, setting the stage for the National Assembly…

    Democracy, Lawmakers, martial law
  • Mirae Asset chairman to donate entire 2025 dividend to philanthropy

    Apr 6, 2026
    in News
    Mirae Asset chairman to donate entire 2025 dividend to philanthropy

    Park Hyeon-joo, chairman and founder of Mirae Asset Financial Group, said Monday that he will donate his entire 2025 dividend…

  • Tang Tang Gamjatang

    Apr 6, 2026
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    Tang Tang Gamjatang

    I found a gamjatang (Korean pork bone soup) place called “Tang Tang Gamjatang” near a military base in Gapyeong, and…

    Military, Pork
  • Korean convenience store food

    Apr 6, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Korean convenience store food honestly has such a special place in my heart. Beyond the obvious triangle kimbap and ramen,…

    Koreans
  • Daring to Try Korea’s ‘Fugu’: Exquisite Pufferfish (Bogeo) Feast! 🐡🍲 [OC]”

    Apr 6, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Daring to Try Korea’s ‘Fugu’: Exquisite Pufferfish (Bogeo) Feast! 🐡🍲 [OC]”

    submitted by /u/Born_Reward7921 [link] [comments]

  • Light in Bloom: Park Jihoon’s “RE:FLECT” and the Art of Self-Discovery

    Apr 6, 2026
    in Feeds
    Light in Bloom: Park Jihoon’s “RE:FLECT” and the Art of Self-Discovery

    Photo Credits: YY Entertainment “Reflection isn’t just seeing yourself—it’s seeing who you’ve become.” — Park Jihoon When Park Jihoon reappeared on…

    Japan, K-pop, LG, Seoul
  • Korean su-yuk (boiled pork) with kimchi

    Apr 6, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Korean su-yuk (boiled pork) with kimchi

    Do you like it with salted shrimp or just kimchi? submitted by /u/VictoryClean1550 [link] [comments]

    Kimchi, Pork
  • Korean Bajirak Eolkeun Ramyeon

    Apr 6, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Korean Bajirak Eolkeun Ramyeon

    Spicy Clam Noodle Soup submitted by /u/godok_drinker [link] [comments]

  • Milmyeon Noodles

    Apr 5, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Milmyeon Noodles

    5.96$(9,000won) submitted by /u/raytto [link] [comments]

  • Feel sick + vomit every time I eat soy marinated raw crabs

    Apr 5, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m Korean, and I love gejang and often eat it. Usually the spicy version, but occasionally the soy sauce ones.…

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History of Korea

  • Exploring Ancient Korea: A Journey into Pre-HistoryOctober 12, 2017
    Introduction to Pre-Historic Korea The timeline of ancient Korea before documented history is a fascinating yet challenging area of study.… Read more: Exploring Ancient Korea: A Journey into Pre-History
  • The Rise and Fall of Go Joseon and the Emergence of the Three KingdomsOctober 19, 2017
    Introduction to Go Joseon The Go Joseon dynasty, often considered a pivotal era in Korean history, emerged around the end… Read more: The Rise and Fall of Go Joseon and the Emergence of the Three Kingdoms
  • The Rise and Fall of Korea’s Three Kingdoms: A Story of Power, Conflict, and UnificationNovember 30, 2017
    Introduction to the Three Kingdoms The Three Kingdoms period in Korea, encompassing approximately from the 1st century BCE to the… Read more: The Rise and Fall of Korea’s Three Kingdoms: A Story of Power, Conflict, and Unification
  • Choe Chi-wonFebruary 14, 2018
    Introduction to Choe Chi-won Choe Chi-won, born in 857, stands as a notable figure in Korean history, specifically during the… Read more: Choe Chi-won
  • King Gwanggaeto the GreatMay 14, 2018
    Introduction to King Gwanggaeto King Gwanggaeto the Great, a pivotal figure in Korean history, ruled from 395 to 413 CE… Read more: King Gwanggaeto the Great
  • Won HyoOctober 14, 2018
    Introduction to Won Hyo Won Hyo, a prominent figure in Korean history, is celebrated for his profound impact on the… Read more: Won Hyo
  • Jang BogoApril 14, 2019
    Introduction to Jang Bogo Jang Bogo, a prominent historical figure from the Silla Dynasty, played a pivotal role in shaping… Read more: Jang Bogo
  • GyebaekApril 14, 2019
    Introduction to Gyebaek Gyebaek is a prominent historical figure in Korean history, particularly known for his role as a general… Read more: Gyebaek
  • King MuryeongSeptember 14, 2019
    Introduction to King Muryeong King Muryeong, reigning from 501 to 523 AD, stands as one of the most influential monarchs… Read more: King Muryeong
  • The Rise and Fall of the Goryeo Dynasty: A Precursor to the Joseon EraJanuary 3, 2020
    Introduction to the Goryeo Dynasty The Goryeo Dynasty, established in 918 AD by the notable general Wang Geon, marks a… Read more: The Rise and Fall of the Goryeo Dynasty: A Precursor to the Joseon Era

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Helplines in Korea

112  | Police

Call to report life-threatening situations and emergencies requiring law enforcement. Text service and location tracking service is also available.

119 | Fire & Ambulance

The fire department and health emergencies requiring ambulance service. There’s also an English reporting section on their website.

182 | Missing Persons & Stolen Vehicles

This line is also used for non-emergency reports and requests such as inquiring about the cost of a fine for a traffic violation, information on car licenses, and how to contact officers in charge of specific cases.

1339 | Korea Center for Disease Control (KCDC) Foreigner Helpline

Particularly useful during the 2015 MERS scare, the KCDC provides foreigners with information about first-aid and diseases in English, Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, and Mongolian.

1366 | Seoul Women’s Help Hotline

Not necessarily English-friendly and not outside of Seoul, this 24-hour service immediate response line for women involved in domestic abuse, sexual violence or prostitution should still be kept handy.

1330 | Korea Tourism Organization’s Travel Helpline

Tourism and translation services. The service is available 24/7 and provides information on tourist sites, transportation, restaurants, and more.

120 | Seoul Municipal Government Info

The Seoul “Dasan” helpline provides information on restaurants (Korean and international cuisines), transportation (bus, subway, taxi, etc.), Korean language schools, interpretation services, legal consulting, lost items, volunteer services, daily living in Seoul, and tourism. Available languages are Chinese, English, Japanese, Mongolian and Vietnamese from 9 am to 10 pm.

1345 | Immigration

Foreign resident can to ask just about any immigration-related question. Keep in mind that they tend to be on the negative side, as it’s the safer way for them to answer. Tip: Get their name and information so that if you visit the immigration office and get a different story you can tell them that you were told otherwise…

1331 | National Human Rights Commission of Korea

Call here to get information on human rights laws and social justice in Korea, as well as get assistance with filing a complaint and even receive counseling.

110 | National Government Call Center

This phone number is available for the public to call and inquire about anything from government policy to civil complaints. Available in 20 different languages.

Useful Official Links on Korea

Korean Arts

  • Archive of Gugak 국악아카이브
  • Artsnet 미술포탈 아츠넷
  • Digital Archive of Performing Arts 공연예술 디지털 아카이브
  • Intangible Heritage Digital Archive 무형유산 디지털 아카이브
  • Korea Digital Archives for the Arts 한국예술디지털아카이브
  • National Museum of Contemporary Art, Korea 국립현대미술관
  • ​National Museum of Korea 국립중앙박물관
  • Seoul Photo Archives 서울사진아카이브

Korean Cinema

  • HANCINEMA The Korean Movie & Drama Database
  • Intangible Heritage Digital Archive 무형유산 디지털 아카이브
  • KMDb 한국영화데이터베이스
  • Korea Digital Archives for the Arts 한국예술디지털아카이브
  • Korean Annual Box Office Results 영화진흥위원회 박스오피스
  • Korean Film Archive 한국영상자료원
  • Korean Film Archive YouTube Channel
  • Korean Film Biz Zone
  • Korean Film Council 한국영화진흥위원회
  • KTV National Record Film 한국정책방송원 e영상역사관
  • North Korean film 북한영화 (통일부 북한자료센타)

Language & Literature

  • The Academy of Korean Studies 한국학 중앙 연구원
  • DLKL (한국 문학 디지털 도서관) by 한국문학번역원Digital Library of Korean Literature
  • The Korea Comparative Literature Association 한국비교문학회
  • The Korean Association of Language Sciences 한국언어과학회
  • Korean Literature Archive
  • Korean Literature Author Data Service
  • Korean Literature E-books in Multiple Languages
  • The Learned Society of Modern Korean Literature 한국현대문학회
  • The Modern Linguistic Society of Korea 한국현대언어학회
  • The Society of Korean Oral Literature 한국 구비 문학회
  • 국어 능력 인증 시험 (한국언어문화연구원)
  • 근대 문학 종합 목록 (국립 중앙 도서관)A comprehensive database for Korean modern literature. The site provides a search for authors and titles.
  • 한국 고전 종합 DB
  • 한글 학회 (Korean Language Society)

Statistical Sources

Government sources

  • Statistics Korea (KOSTAT 통계청)
  • Korean Statistical Information Sources (KOSIS 국가통계포털)
  • Open DATA Portal (공공 데이터 포털)

Themed statistics

  • Korean Social Science Data Archive (KOSSDA) 한국사회과학자료원
  • North Korean Statistics 북한통계 (KOISS)
  • 경제통계시스템 (Economic Statistics System)
  • 국가교육통계정보센터 (Korea National Center for Education Statistics & Information)
  • 노동통계 (Labour Statistics)
  • Media Statistics (Korea Press Foundation)
  • Trade Statistics (수출입통계, 관세청 Korea Customs Service)

History related sources

  • 한국역사정보통합시스템 (국사편찬워원회)
  • 한국사 데이터베이스
  • Kyujanggak Institute (규장각 한국학 연구원)Seoul National University Kyujanggak Institute for Korean studies
  • 한국학 디지털 아카이브
  • The Annals of the Joseon Dynasty 조선 왕조 실록
  • The Daily Records of Royal Secretariat of Joseon Dynasty 승정원 일기
  • 朝鮮王朝実録 (東京大学東洋文化研究所)
  • Korean Image Archive (한국 이미지 자료원)2,400 historic, original photographs of Korea (primarily focus on images captured pre-1970, and 35mm color slides) are available for research, presentation, lectures and other forms of scholarly works.
  • Sajin Taehan Min’guk (사진 대한민국)a collection of photographic records that vividly capture the people’s daily lives and social changes.
  • Academy of Korean Studies [한국학 디지털 아카이브]

Bibliographies and Indexes

  • 한국학술지인용색인 Korea Citation Index
  • KORCIS: 한국 고문헌 종합 목록 (국립중앙도서관)Korean Old and Rare Collection Information System
  • 近代朝鮮関係書籍データベース (東京大学東洋文化研究所)
  • 한국 잡지 박물관 DB