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  • Industry ministry to invest over 460 bil. won in cutting-edge auto technology

    Feb 5, 2026
    in News
    Industry ministry to invest over 460 bil. won in cutting-edge auto technology

    The industry ministry said Thursday it plans to provide up to 464.5 billion won ($317.6 million) in support for the…

    automotive
  • Building a middle power world order

    Feb 5, 2026
    in News
    Building a middle power world order

    FLORENCE – “Rupture” is a strong word, defined as “an instance of breaking or bursting suddenly or completely.” Yet it…

    Politics
  • Masisseoyo!

    Feb 5, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Masisseoyo!

    Beef Bulgogi Kup Bop Veggie Rolls Jasmine green milk tea submitted by /u/DelightfulSurprise92 [link] [comments]

    LG
  • Jeon Hyun-hee Declares Bid for Seoul Mayor… First Pledge: “Dismantle DDP, Construct K-Pop Arena” | 전현희 서울시장 출마 선언…“DDP 해체, K팝 공연장 건립” 첫 공약

    Feb 5, 2026
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    Jeon Hyun-hee Declares Bid for Seoul Mayor… First Pledge: “Dismantle DDP, Construct K-Pop Arena” | 전현희 서울시장 출마 선언…“DDP 해체, K팝 공연장 건립” 첫 공약

    Jeon Hyun-hee, a three-term lawmaker of the Democratic Party of Korea (Seoul Jung-Seongdong A) and former Chairperson of the Anti-Corruption…

    K-pop, Lawmakers, martial law, purpose, Question, Seoul, Shopping, Tourism
  • Korean Shipbuilders’ Profits Triple, Near Super Cycle

    Feb 5, 2026
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    Korean Shipbuilders’ Profits Triple, Near Super Cycle

    submitted by /u/self-fix [link] [comments]

  • 6500 won University Canteen Lunch

    Feb 5, 2026
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    6500 won University Canteen Lunch

    Second servings are free. submitted by /u/notomango [link] [comments]

  • Korean Spring Cabbage Bibimbap

    Feb 5, 2026
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    Korean Spring Cabbage Bibimbap

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

    Bibimbap
  • Simple but nice | Soft tofu 🫠

    Feb 5, 2026
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    Simple but nice | Soft tofu 🫠

    I had some issues with my immunity when I was younger, and it just made me very conscious about eating…

  • Trader Joes Korean Food Taste Test With Korean Mom

    Feb 4, 2026
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    Trader Joes Korean Food Taste Test With Korean Mom

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

    Korean Food
  • Doenjang Recipe Ideas

    Feb 4, 2026
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    I accidentally bought a 1kg tub of Doenjang and now need some ideas of how to use it. I’ve never…

    family, Jjigae
  • Korean Curry + rice + kimchi

    Feb 4, 2026
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    Korean Curry + rice + kimchi

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

    Kimchi
  • I thinkJang Won-young is getting shunned and ignored in the ive

    Feb 4, 2026
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    I thinkJang Won-young is getting shunned and ignored in the ive i just saw this video :- https://youtu.be/O1GjobcHEoE?si=NTussdSVwHmqFe3q To be…

  • Cucumber kimchi

    Feb 4, 2026
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    Can someone please share their cucumber kimchi recipe? submitted by /u/foremostdreamer [link] [comments]

    Kimchi
  • Do starship trying sabotaging IVE to fail?

    Feb 4, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    IVE is having a comeback with 2nd album ‘REVIVE+’ with their pre-release ‘bang bang’, the dives were please with the…

    Ewha, fail, travel
  • Korean rice balls!

    Feb 4, 2026
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    Korean rice balls!

    submitted by /u/MammothBackground665 [link] [comments]

  • Digital Death Trap: Korean ‘Love Game’ Linked to Triple Minor Suicides in India

    Feb 4, 2026
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    Digital Death Trap: Korean ‘Love Game’ Linked to Triple Minor Suicides in India

    This isn’t the first time this kind of thing has happened. We’ve already seen what unchecked online platforms can turn…

    fail, history, Parents, Sex, Warning
  • ‘No minimum wage & no work hour cap’ article & clause of Daegu-Gyeongbuk Integration law draft will be removed

    Feb 4, 2026
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    ‘No minimum wage & no work hour cap’ article & clause of Daegu-Gyeongbuk Integration law draft will be removed

    Note: The news article of this post is from Yeongnam Ilbo (Yeongnam Daily), a Daegu-Gyeongbuk local press company. Previous post…

    daegu, Minimum Wage
  • what’s with the whole “misogynistic” word when bgs clap back?

    Feb 4, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    one thing i noticed about ggs, they love to use that misogyny word any chance they get. don’t get me…

    G7
  • Suggestions for Valentine’s / Birthday present?

    Feb 4, 2026
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    Hi, my girlfriend’s studying in Nonsan and it’s almost her birthday (February 13th). I’ve been doing research on which present…

    study
  • I had a dream last night where Yuqi had passed away😭😭

    Feb 4, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I had the WORST dream last night 😭 I don’t remember all of it, but in the dream I was…

  • Cooking Beans and Pulses with Rice

    Feb 4, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Hi, I thought I’d post his here since I most commonly see rice cooked with beans and other grains and…

    Korean Food
  • Why LngShot’s music is the glow-up the industry needs

    Feb 4, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve been obsessed with LngShot for a while now, and honestly, their songs keep getting better and better. I first…

    K-pop
  • The 0.1% Fallacy: Why Sam Altman Must Be Removed as CEO

    Feb 4, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    submitted by /u/max6296 [link] [comments]

  • Samsung scion says three years without smartphone helped him get into Seoul National University

    Feb 4, 2026
    in News
    Samsung scion says three years without smartphone helped him get into Seoul National University

    Lim Dong-hyun, the grandson of Samsung Chairman Lee Kun-hee and the son of Lee Boo-jin, entered Seoul National University in…

    Advice, Korean Language, Parents, Samsung, Seoul, Stress
  • FM Cho, Rubio reaffirm cooperation on nuclear-powered subs, shipbuilding

    Feb 4, 2026
    in News
    FM Cho, Rubio reaffirm cooperation on nuclear-powered subs, shipbuilding

    The top diplomats of South Korea and the United States agreed to continue close cooperation on civil nuclear power, nuclear-powered…

    Donald Trump, North Korea, Seoul
  • My time in a correctional facility

    Feb 4, 2026
    in News
    My time in a correctional facility

    Recently, a student asked for my assistance in guidance to produce an essay on the “economics of incarceration” in the…

    request
  • One life ended, but 5 others saved through organ donation

    Feb 4, 2026
    in News
    One life ended, but 5 others saved through organ donation

    When Jung Kang-deok, 53, failed to show up for work on Dec. 26, a colleague noted the absence as unusual.…

    fail, family, Medical
  • Wealth exodus risk grows

    Feb 4, 2026
    in News
    Wealth exodus risk grows

    A recent report by the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has sounded the alarm over a growing outflow…

    driver, Inheritance Tax, KCC
  • I own a few sminis. How can I display them?

    Feb 4, 2026
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    If you don’t know what Sminis are, these are little kpop albums with a qr code and the album is…

  • Costco in Seoul 🛒

    Feb 4, 2026
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    Costco in Seoul 🛒

    submitted by /u/MammothBackground665 [link] [comments]

    Seoul
  • Sundae (순대) — why most people outside korea have never tried real korean blood sausage

    Feb 4, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    sundae is probably the most underrated korean street food. everyone knows about tteokbokki and korean fried chicken, but mention blood…

    Suga
  • Police Summon Jeon Han-gil Over Defamation Charges Involving President Lee

    Feb 4, 2026
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    Police Summon Jeon Han-gil Over Defamation Charges Involving President Lee

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

  • N. Korean youth punished for dozing off during propaganda film sessions

    Feb 4, 2026
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    N. Korean youth punished for dozing off during propaganda film sessions

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

  • Korea to end “ER Ping-Pong”: Government to start directly assigning hospitals for critical 119 patients

    Feb 4, 2026
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    Korea to end “ER Ping-Pong”: Government to start directly assigning hospitals for critical 119 patients

    (Seoul = News1) Reporter Hwang Bo-jun-yeop — In an effort to prevent the so-called “ER Ping-Pong” phenomenon, where critical patients…

    KT, Medical, Seoul
  • Can I make bibimbap from cold rice?

    Feb 4, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I bought some insulated food flasks to keep salads cold for my kid’s lunches at school. I was just going…

    Bibimbap, Food Safety
  • There’s“doing it for the arts and not the charts”. And then you have JustB

    Feb 3, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I just finished listening to Snow Angel and I don’t know what to say. During 2025 we got so many…

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    POSCO has set a new milestone in Korea’s defense industry… Read more: POSCO becomes 1st Korean firm to earn certification for advanced warship materials
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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