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  • Rubio to host G20 foreign ministers’ meeting in Atlanta

    Oct 26, 2026
    in News

    WASHINGTON — U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will host a Group of 20 (G20) foreign ministers’ meeting in Atlanta…

    Discussion, Seoul, travel
  • Cha Ye-ryun reveals diet recipes for actor husband

    Oct 25, 2026
    in News

    Click here for more articles by Kormedi.com. Actress Cha Ye-ryun has revealed the diet meals her husband, actor Joo Sang-wook,…

  • 우리금융미래재단, 동작구 취약계층 보일러 교체 지원

    Oct 25, 2026
    in News

    서울시 동작구 취약계층 100가구가 올겨울 난방비 부담을 덜고 보다 쾌적한 환경에서 생활할 수 있게 됐다. 우리금융미래재단은 지난 23일 동작구청 및…

  • 우리금융 3분기 순익 1조492억원…사상 첫 2분기 연속 ‘1조 클럽’

    Oct 25, 2026
    in News

    우리금융그룹이 분기 순이익 1조원 시대를 안정적으로 열었다. 그룹 출범 이후 최초로 두 분기 연속 1조원 이상의 당기순이익을 기록했다. 우리금융그룹은 23일…

  • 풀무원, 구조 동물 위해 ‘아미오’ 2톤 기부

    Oct 25, 2026
    in News

    풀무원은 지난 23일 사단법인 길동무와나누미천사가 운영하는 쉼터를 방문해 ‘풀무원아미오’ 사료와 간식을 전달했다. 기부 품목은 고양이용 ‘건강담은 식단 캣 체중케어’와 강아지용…

  • 인천항 가족, 700여 명 한마음 체육대회 개최

    Oct 25, 2026
    in News

    해양수산부와 인천광역시가 주최한 ‘제14회 인천항 한마음 체육대회’가 24일 인천 IPA 볼파크에서 열렸다. 이번 대회는 인천항만공사와 (사)인천항발전협의회가 공동 주관을 맡아 항만…

  • N. Korean leader Kim Jong-un visits China to inaugurate a new cross-border bridge

    Oct 24, 2026
    in News

    North Korean leader Kim Jong-un visited China on Saturday, inaugurating a new bridge that connects the two countries and saying…

    cold war, North Korea, Pyongyang
  • Thousands march in France over schools and living costs as police use tear gas

    Oct 24, 2026
    in News

    PARIS — Tens of thousands of students and workers marched in Paris and other French cities Saturday over school funding…

    fail, Protest
  • Houthis attack Yemen’s Aden, say Saudi strikes kill 16

    Oct 24, 2026
    in News

    RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — Yemen’s Houthis said on Saturday they attacked the southern city of Aden, the interim seat of…

    Military
  • Granddaughter of Korean independence fighter brings Korean history to US schools

    Oct 24, 2026
    in News

    At the first Korea Book Festival in Vancouver, Canada, which runs through Oct. 31, a very meaningful book was exhibited:…

    family, history, Japan, Korean History
  • Cattle farmers in Korea reeling from solar panel policy

    Oct 24, 2026
    in News

    At noon on Aug. 6 in a rural village in Naju, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City, a thermal imaging drone camera…

  • Lee showed how he uses AI. Trump isn’t telling

    Oct 23, 2026
    in News

    SEATTLE — President Lee Jae Myung has come under fire for publicly sharing how he used Google’s Gemini to support…

    Donald Trump, Question, Social Media
  • US could strike Iran this weekend, envoy says

    Oct 23, 2026
    in News

    JERUSALEM — The United States could strike Iran as soon as this weekend, a U.S. envoy said Friday, after mounting…

    Donald Trump
  • Melania Trump helps forge ceasefire deal in Russian-occupied Ukrainian city, White House says

    Oct 23, 2026
    in News

    WASHINGTON — First lady Melania Trump has brokered an upcoming ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in the war-ravaged Ukrainian city…

    Discussion, Ukraine
  • UN official thanks S. Korea for helicopter donation to Kenya for peacekeeping operations

    Oct 23, 2026
    in News

    WASHINGTON — A senior United Nations official expressed gratitude to South Korea on Friday for donating eight military helicopters to…

    Military, Peace, Seoul
  • Many feared trapped as a tall building collapses in Kenya

    Oct 23, 2026
    in News

    NAIROBI, Kenya — Many people were feared trapped as a tall building collapsed Friday in Kenya’s capital, leaving a huge…

  • Almost all coral reef ecosystems face risk of collapse in 50 years, study warns

    Oct 22, 2026
    in News

    The world’s coral reef ecosystems almost all face a high risk of collapse in the next 50 years, mostly due…

    study, Tourism
  • African architect’s career break leads to unexpected modeling fame in Korea

    Oct 22, 2026
    in News

    For Tanoé Akouba Leïla Olivia, modeling was the last thing on her mind when she came to Korea, because she…

    Fame, Parents, travel
  • Iran says 7 oil tankers attacked in Strait of Hormuz amid fears of return to war

    Oct 22, 2026
    in News

    TEL AVIV, Israel — Seven oil tankers caught fire or were damaged in the Strait of Hormuz overnight after being…

    Military, Question
  • Worldwide drops for AI stocks send Wall Street toward its worst day since July

    Oct 22, 2026
    in News

    NEW YORK — Drops for stocks in the artificial-intelligence industry are dragging markets down worldwide on Thursday, while oil prices…

  • US envoy highlights shipbuilding cooperation with S. Korea

    Oct 22, 2026
    in News

    WASHINGTON — U.S. Ambassador to South Korea Michelle Steel on Thursday highlighted the potential for greater shipbuilding cooperation between Seoul…

    Samsung, Seoul, Social Media
  • Trump says ‘closest we’ve been’ to ending Ukraine war

    Oct 21, 2026
    in News

    WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday he believed an end to Russia’s war on Ukraine could be closer…

    Donald Trump, fail, Putin, Ukraine, Vladimir Putin
  • Nasdaq climbs over 1% as SpaceX, Super Micro improve AI sentiment

    Oct 21, 2026
    in News

    The tech-heavy Nasdaq led gains on Wednesday after quarterly results from SpaceX and Super Micro Computer improved appetite for AI-linked…

    fail, Stress
  • US 8th Army chief stresses readiness for threats beyond Korean Peninsula: report

    Oct 21, 2026
    in News

    WASHINGTON — The commander of the U.S. Eighth Army in South Korea has said his troops must be prepared to…

    Military, Stress
  • Nvidia adds Samsung Electro-Mechanics to substrate supply chain, plans capacity expansion in S. Korea

    Oct 21, 2026
    in News

    WASHINGTON — U.S. chip giant Nvidia Corp. said Wednesday that South Korea’s Samsung Electro-Mechanics Co. is joining its semiconductor substrate…

    Busan, Nvidia, Samsung, Samsung Electronics
  • Websites go dark worldwide as AI exposes critical security flaws

    Oct 21, 2026
    in News

    WASHINGTON — Government agencies and companies around the world shut down websites Wednesday after two critical flaws came to light…

    history
  • After 20 years in acting, Jung Il-woo ventures into film investment, distribution

    Oct 20, 2026
    in News

    Actor Jung Il-woo has added another title to his resume: film investor. After expanding his presence beyond Korea into markets…

    Busan, Japan
  • Raw fish replaces fried chicken as Seoul’s new Han River picnic craze

    Oct 20, 2026
    in News

    Click here for more articles by Kormedi.com. A new trend known as “hoe-cnic” — a combination of “hoe,” the Korean…

    Seoul, Social Media
  • Paris curfew to continue on Tuesday, could be prolonged for as long as needed

    Oct 20, 2026
    in News

    PARIS — The limited curfew conditions set up for France’s capital in the wake of last weekend’s violent protests will…

    Protest
  • Prince Harry says he wants to work out relationship with brother and father

    Oct 20, 2026
    in News

    LONDON — Prince Harry has said he wants his disagreements with his brother Prince William and his father King Charles…

    family
  • Zelensky, US envoys hold Oslo talks as Ukraine claims US missile holdup

    Oct 20, 2026
    in News

    OSLO — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held talks in Oslo with top U.S. envoys on Tuesday in a bid to…

    Donald Trump, Peace, Putin, Social Media, Ukraine, Vladimir Putin
  • US highlights quantum technology cooperation with S. Korea, other partners

    Oct 19, 2026
    in News

    WASHINGTON — The U.S. State Department on Monday highlighted cooperation with South Korea and other partners on quantum technology, underscoring…

    KT
  • Milan luxury shops close for fear of further unrest, gov’t prepares new crackdown

    Oct 19, 2026
    in News

    MILAN — Shops in central Milan closed early and boarded up their windows on Monday, fearing a new wave of…

    Peace, Protest, Shopping
  • Netanyahu basks in Trump endorsement week before election

    Oct 19, 2026
    in News

    JERUSALEM — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday basked in Donald Trump’s endorsement days before close-fought elections, airing a…

    Donald Trump
  • Houthi rebels strike Yemen’s government forces, killing at least 53

    Oct 19, 2026
    in News

    CAIRO — Iran-backed Houthi rebels struck Yemeni government forces with ballistic missiles on Monday, killing at least 53 soldiers at…

    Military
  • Zelenskyy says Ukraine got no early warning from partners as Russia hits power grid again

    Oct 19, 2026
    in News

    KYIV, Ukraine — Russia launched new attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure using ballistic missiles and jet-powered drones, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy…

    Medical, Military, Putin, Ukraine, Vladimir Putin, Warning
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Latest Korean News

  • Ji So-yun brings wisdom, experience and winning spirit to Korean women’s footballNovember 1, 2026
    “I am thinking about retiring after reaching 200 appearances for… Read more: Ji So-yun brings wisdom, experience and winning spirit to Korean women’s football
  • KB국민은행, ‘여자프로농구’ 타이틀스폰서 기념 퀴즈 이벤트 진행November 1, 2026
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  • 남춘천 센트레빌, 39층 스카이 커뮤니티에 피트니스·게스트하우스 조성November 1, 2026
    강원특별자치도 춘천시 약사지구 일원에 공급되는 ‘남춘천 센트레빌’이 스카이 커뮤니티와 첨단… Read more: 남춘천 센트레빌, 39층 스카이 커뮤니티에 피트니스·게스트하우스 조성
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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