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  • Starbucks sued over ‘sugar-free’ claims for protein beverages

    Oct 5, 2026
    in News

    Starbucks has been sued by consumers who said the coffee chain falsely advertised eight protein beverages as “sugar-free” because they…

    coffee, fail, Suga
  • ‘Reckless’ AI firms can’t control models, says whistleblower

    Oct 5, 2026
    in News

    NEW YORK — Leading artificial intelligence companies do not know how to keep AI systems from pursuing objectives their developers…

    Lawmakers
  • Iran president says talks with US ‘meaningless’: state media

    Oct 5, 2026
    in News

    TEHRAN — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Monday that negotiations with the United States were “meaningless” and only resulted in…

    Kia, Military
  • Cornell building sprayed with graffiti blasting school’s response to gang rape complaint

    Oct 5, 2026
    in News

    ITHACA, New York — Cornell’s main administration building was splashed with graffiti and a glass door was broken overnight as…

    Justice, Protest, Punishment, Question, Sex, sexual assault
  • Lee calls for breaking off from ‘vicious cycle of hostility’ for peace

    Oct 4, 2026
    in News

    President Lee Jae Myung on Sunday called for breaking off from “a vicious cycle of hostility and confrontation to create…

    North Korea, Peace
  • Endless search for graves of forgotten independence fighters

    Oct 4, 2026
    in News

    At a ceremony held at Incheon International Airport’s Terminal 1 on Nov. 15, 2022, to repatriate the remains of independence…

    Japan
  • From ‘Coffee Prince’ to ‘My Lovely Sam Soon,’ 2000s K-drama fashion is back

    Oct 4, 2026
    in News

    After years of playful, edgy Y2K fashion dominating wardrobes, young Korean women are turning toward something decidedly more grown-up. The…

    coffee, K-drama, Social Media
  • Cha Seung-won, Ra Mi-ran to play husband and wife in action comedy

    Oct 3, 2026
    in News

    A family that gathers at a hospital to visit a sick relative becomes caught up in a terrorist attack. Three…

    family, Seoul
  • Sejong travel guide: Government city wins over travelers with gardens, ‘padak’

    Oct 3, 2026
    in News

    Say “administration” and most people picture rigid bureaucratic culture and stuffy offices — everything a vacation is not. If you…

    travel
  • Lottery winner, CEO, intern: Office is back in K-content

    Oct 3, 2026
    in News

    Even lottery winners go to work, and so do interns. In the past, the workplace in K-content was often portrayed…

    Coupang, Lotte, Politics
  • Travel guide: 5 ways to stay healthy during flights

    Oct 3, 2026
    in News

    Click here for more articles by Kormedi.com. Many people complain of body aches or fatigue after returning from an overseas…

    Advice, Medical, travel
  • Han Soo-jin’s Vivaldi perspective rooted in seaside souvenirs of Isle of Man

    Oct 3, 2026
    in News

    The Isle of Man, a British Crown Dependency in the Irish Sea between Great Britain and Ireland, holds special musical…

    Busan, Parents, Seoul
  • Korea play Venezuela to goalless draw in 3rd match under Moreno

    Oct 2, 2026
    in News

    Korea played Venezuela to a goalless draw Friday in their third match under their interim boss Robert Moreno. Korea managed…

    Seoul
  • White House official stresses shipbuilding cooperation with S. Korea, need to reward investors

    Oct 2, 2026
    in News

    WASHINGTON — A senior White House official on Friday underscored the need for shipbuilding cooperation with South Korea and Japan,…

    Donald Trump, Japan, Koreans, Stress
  • NY governor says Cornell rape accuser ‘failed’ by people obligated to protect her

    Oct 2, 2026
    in News

    NEW YORK — The woman who accused members of a Cornell University fraternity of gang rape was “failed” by people…

    fail, request
  • Here’s why experts say now is an ideal time to protect yourself from flu

    Oct 2, 2026
    in News

    It’s October and time for flu shots. Medical experts urge getting a flu vaccination soon, before influenza starts spreading widely…

    Advice, Medical
  • Paris fashion defies bruised luxury industry with golden glamour and skimpy outfits

    Oct 2, 2026
    in News

    PARIS — Saint Laurent sent out a river of gold, as giant chandeliers bathed a glossy black outdoor runway with…

    LVMH
  • SK Chairman Sells Shares to Fund Divorce Property Split

    Oct 2, 2026
    in News

    On June 26, SK Chairman Chey and Roh Soh-yeong, director of Art Center Nabi, are appearing at the second hearing…

    Seoul
  • Korean Makers Scale Up Sodium‑Ion Battery Production

    Oct 2, 2026
    in News

    Sodium-ion battery developed by GM for ESS. (Photo courtesy of GM) As China’s low-cost battery offensive expands from lithium iron…

    automotive, LG, LG Energy, LG Energy Solution, Samsung
  • Trump says Iran may be linked to FlyDubai copilot who tried to crash Israel-bound jet

    Oct 1, 2026
    in News

    JERUSALEM — President Donald Trump said Thursday that Iran may be linked to the FlyDubai copilot who tried to crash…

    Donald Trump
  • Cornell and Burning Sun: What’s behind the comparisons?

    Oct 1, 2026
    in News

    SEATTLE — The sexual assault allegations involving seven current and former Cornell University students are drawing comparisons to Korea’s Burning…

    Korean American, Prostitution, Question, Scandal, Seoul, Sex, sexual assault, TCL
  • Why a copilot attacked the captain of an Israel-bound flight remains unknown

    Oct 1, 2026
    in News

    JERUSALEM — Investigators worked Thursday to determine why an Omani pilot stabbed the captain of a flight to Israel, causing…

  • US Supreme Court to review indefinite immigrant detention

    Oct 1, 2026
    in News

    WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court said Thursday it will decide whether President Donald Trump’s administration can deny immigrants facing…

    Donald Trump
  • Family of woman killed by US immigration agent sues Trump administration

    Oct 1, 2026
    in News

    WASHINGTON — The family of Renee Good, an unarmed U.S. citizen shot dead by an immigration agent during a sweeping…

    Donald Trump, family
  • What to know about the terrifying FlyDubai flight forced to land in Saudi Arabia

    Sep 30, 2026
    in News

    One pilot stabs another as he attempts to take control of a flight from the United Arab Emirates to Israel…

    Question, Stress
  • US inflation rises below expectations in August; consumer spending robust

    Sep 30, 2026
    in News

    WASHINGTON — U.S. inflation increased less than expected in August and price pressures were more moderate in the prior month…

  • Pilot carrying Israelis stabbed co-pilot, apparently tried to crash: Netanyahu

    Sep 30, 2026
    in News

    TEL AVIV, Israel — A pilot on a flight from the United Arab Emirates to Israel stabbed another pilot Wednesday…

    Medical, Social Media
  • Joy mixed with fear as US forces quit Iraq leaving potential security vacuum

    Sep 30, 2026
    in News

    BAGHDAD — Iraqis celebrated the departure of U.S. forces after more than two decades of war on Wednesday, though many…

  • US military says its withdrawal of troops from Iraq is complete

    Sep 30, 2026
    in News

    BAGHDAD — The U.S. military announced Wednesday that it completed the withdrawal of all American troops from Iraq, ending a…

    Military
  • US users turn to Korean netizens in hunt for Cornell defendant Winston Lee

    Sep 29, 2026
    in News

    SEATTLE — The sprawling online hunt for information about Winston Lee, a Korean student who is among seven defendants in…

    netizens, Sex, sexual assault, Social Media
  • US consumer confidence sinks to lowest level since 2014

    Sep 29, 2026
    in News

    WASHINGTON — U.S. consumer confidence plunged sharply in September to a level not seen since 2014, according to a key…

    Donald Trump
  • Trump vows to never ‘stifle’ AI as leading executives urge caution

    Sep 29, 2026
    in News

    WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Tuesday promised the U.S. government wouldn’t limit the development of artificial intelligence despite calls…

    Donald Trump, Nvidia, Social Media
  • Stocks slip on Wall Street as rising Treasury yields pressure the market

    Sep 29, 2026
    in News

    NEW YORK — Pressure from another increase in Treasury yields weighed down stocks on Wall Street Tuesday. The S&P 500…

    Nvidia
  • OpenAI launches cheaper AI model, after scrapping one deemed unsafe

    Sep 29, 2026
    in News

    SAN FRANCISCO — OpenAI launched a new mid-range artificial intelligence model Tuesday that costs five times less than its flagship…

  • Korea fall to Uruguay for 1st loss under Moreno

    Sep 28, 2026
    in News

    Korea took a 4-1 beating against Uruguay in their men’s football friendly match in Seoul on Monday, the team’s first…

    Seoul, Son Heung-min
  • Wall St declines as oil spikes after Trump rejects Iran peace proposal

    Sep 28, 2026
    in News

    Wall Street’s main indexes fell on Monday after President Donald Trump rejected an Iranian proposal to end the conflict, leading…

    Donald Trump, Nvidia, Peace
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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