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  • Checks and balances at risk

    Mar 18, 2026
    in News
    Checks and balances at risk

    Rep. Jung Chung-rae, chairman of the ruling Democratic Party of Korea (DPK), said the National Assembly will vote on the…

    Controversy, Crime, Food Safety
  • Jjajang noodles, Koreans’ beloved comfort food, can send blood sugar levels soaring

    Mar 18, 2026
    in News
    Jjajang noodles, Koreans’ beloved comfort food, can send blood sugar levels soaring

    Click here for more articles by Kormedi.com. Even as we age, it’s hard to change our taste preferences. Many people…

    Kakao, Koreans, Suga
  • BTS drops music video teaser for ‘SWIM’ as full-group return nears

    Mar 18, 2026
    in News
    BTS drops music video teaser for ‘SWIM’ as full-group return nears

    K-pop supergroup BTS has heightened anticipation for its return with a cinematic teaser for the music video of its upcoming…

    BTS, K-pop, Social Media
  • Trump off to open Hormuz Strait with no help

    Mar 18, 2026
    in News
    Trump off to open Hormuz Strait with no help

    Trump off to open Hormuz Strait with no help

  • Fans flood Korea’s pension fund over ENHYPEN exit, paralyzing hotline

    Mar 18, 2026
    in News
    Fans flood Korea’s pension fund over ENHYPEN exit, paralyzing hotline

    Backlash over a K-pop lineup change has spilled into an unlikely target: South Korea’s national pension fund. After ENHYPEN member…

    Foreign Workers, K-pop, Koreans, Protest, Social Media
  • Hanwoo Beef at Majang Market

    Mar 18, 2026
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    Hanwoo Beef at Majang Market

    Finally got a chance to try Hanwoo Beef at this amazing market! Loved the ambiance but loved the food more!…

  • Trump inflates USFK numbers, pressures Seoul to ‘defend’ US in Strait of Hormuz

    Mar 18, 2026
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    Trump inflates USFK numbers, pressures Seoul to ‘defend’ US in Strait of Hormuz

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

    Seoul
  • Noodles with anchovies

    Mar 18, 2026
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    Noodles with anchovies

    submitted by /u/9dini [link] [comments]

  • do you know ‘불닭볶음탕’myeon?

    Mar 18, 2026
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    submitted by /u/Wise-Judge-2684 [link] [comments]

  • SB19: P-Pop Kings Redefining Global Style

    Mar 18, 2026
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    SB19: P-Pop Kings Redefining Global Style

    Photo Credits: 1Z Entertainment + Billboard Philippines + Mega Magazine + ITM. + VMan Southeast Asia From Manila’s bustling streets…

    history, Japan, K-pop, KT, Tokyo
  • Bulgogi on Bread Roll

    Mar 18, 2026
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    Bulgogi on Bread Roll

    Use up leftovers or by design, putting stir fried bulgogi on bread with diced onion. peppers, and cheddar jack cheese…

    Cheese, Kimchi, LG
  • Influence of early-2000s R&B on contemporary Kpop

    Mar 18, 2026
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    Hello! Does anybody know of any essays/articles/published writing about the influence of early-2000s R&B on Kpop? I hear so much…

  • ‘Roller Kospi’: Iran war sends Korea’s market on a meme-fueled ride

    Mar 18, 2026
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    ‘Roller Kospi’: Iran war sends Korea’s market on a meme-fueled ride

    submitted by /u/madrobot52 [link] [comments]

  • Homemade ssuk pat/bam chapssaltteok!!!

    Mar 17, 2026
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    Homemade ssuk pat/bam chapssaltteok!!!

    My favourite food in this universe is tteok – garaetteok, songpyeon, ssuktteok, ggultteok, chaltteok, chapssaltteok, etc you name it –…

    KT
  • why do so many (mostly) kpop fans dislike ejae?

    Mar 17, 2026
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    i’ve seen so much hostility towards ejae from kpop fans and it really doesn’t make any sense to me. is…

    KT
  • AHOF’s Steven & JL: Game Changers Ignite Y Magazine

    Mar 17, 2026
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    AHOF’s Steven & JL: Game Changers Ignite Y Magazine

    Photo Credits: Y Magazine + F&F Entertainment AHOF’s Steven and JL shatter expectations in Y Magazine Issue No. 20, their…

    family, K-pop, Stress, Tokyo
  • Promoting groups/artists I think deserve more attention-Day 2:CRAVITY

    Mar 17, 2026
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    Debut: 2020 Company: Starship entertainment Members: 9 Park Serim – Main Rapper, Visual Ma Allen – Main Dancer, Lead Rapper…

  • is this a phase and is this healthy as a teenage girl?

    Mar 17, 2026
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    I’m 16F this year, and ever since I got back into Kpop last year (I was already a fan in…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, KT, LG, Stress, study
  • favorite vocalists from each groups/favorite groups with crazy vocals?

    Mar 17, 2026
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    I’ll start, I mostly listen to boy groups/k-bands so no girl groups will be mentioned lol. Xdinary Heroes BTOB SEVENTEEN…

  • 2026 releases I checked and if I liked them (but I’m very picky)

    Mar 17, 2026
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    ✅ liked (rating above 8/10) 🟡 not a skip but not a “saved on Spotify” either OR for albums very…

    KT, Sex
  • Bokkeum Jjamppong(Korean Spicy Stir-fried Seafood Noodles)

    Mar 17, 2026
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    Bokkeum Jjamppong(Korean Spicy Stir-fried Seafood Noodles)

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

  • More than half of Koreans want wealthy to pay more tax

    Mar 17, 2026
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    More than half of Koreans want wealthy to pay more tax

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

    Koreans
  • Is this a good combo?

    Mar 17, 2026
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    Is this a good combo?

    submitted by /u/Alternative-Bird3027 [link] [comments]

  • Chinese Tourists Rescue South Korean Girl at Malaysian Beach

    Mar 17, 2026
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    Chinese Tourists Rescue South Korean Girl at Malaysian Beach

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

    Chinese Tourists
  • Why did Jeju soccer fans hold anti-racism placards before match?

    Mar 17, 2026
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    Why did Jeju soccer fans hold anti-racism placards before match?

    Racial slurs targeting a player for Jeju SK FC have prompted the club’s supporters to launch an anti-racism campaign and…

    Crime, family, Jeju, Seoul, Social Media
  • Wonyoung’s Miu Miu Reign: Marie Claire Korea April 2026

    Mar 17, 2026
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    Wonyoung’s Miu Miu Reign: Marie Claire Korea April 2026

    Photo Credits: Marie Claire Korea + Miu Miu + Starship Entertainment This cover story dives deep into IVE’s Jang Wonyoung…

    Affinity, Global Expansion, K-pop, LG, Social Media, Tokyo
  • Seoul’s subway ticket kiosks to accept overseas cards from March 17

    Mar 17, 2026
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    Seoul’s subway ticket kiosks to accept overseas cards from March 17

    submitted by /u/nighthound1 [link] [comments]

    Seoul, Subway
  • The Iran war’s muddled endgame

    Mar 17, 2026
    in News
    The Iran war’s muddled endgame

    TEL AVIV – The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran flagrantly violates international law. But so has nearly every other war since…

    Donald Trump, Korean War, Military
  • Why K-pop concerts are breaking out of domes, infiltrating cityscapes

    Mar 17, 2026
    in News
    Why K-pop concerts are breaking out of domes, infiltrating cityscapes

    As K-pop supergroup BTS prepares to stage a free comeback concert at Seoul’s iconic Gwanghwamun Square on Saturday, the event…

    BTS, K-pop, Seoul
  • FM Cho sidesteps questions on whether US asked Seoul to send warships to Middle East

    Mar 17, 2026
    in News
    FM Cho sidesteps questions on whether US asked Seoul to send warships to Middle East

    Foreign Minister Cho Hyun sidestepped questions Tuesday on whether the United States had formally asked South Korea to deploy warships…

    Discussion, Donald Trump, Japan, Lawmakers, Military, Question, request, Seoul
  • Samsung Electronics ends sales of Galaxy Z TriFold despite strong popularity

    Mar 17, 2026
    in News
    Samsung Electronics ends sales of Galaxy Z TriFold despite strong popularity

    Samsung Electronics has ended sales of the Galaxy Z TriFold, its high-end foldable smartphone, in South Korea despite strong demand,…

    Samsung, Samsung Electronics
  • Tourists can now buy Seoul transit passes with overseas credit cards

    Mar 17, 2026
    in News
    Tourists can now buy Seoul transit passes with overseas credit cards

    Seoul will introduce a new payment system allowing foreign tourists to purchase public transportation passes using overseas credit and debit…

    BTS, Kakao, Naver, Seoul, Subway
  • What do you like more, the two Korean oils?

    Mar 17, 2026
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    What do you like more, the two Korean oils?

    Two kinds of oils eaten in Korea Sesame oil and perilla oil Each has its own different charm, so what…

  • please listen to this artist cover JUMP and absolutely slam it crazy on the didgeridoo

    Mar 17, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Youtube algo sent me Hip-Hop artist Baker Boy covering BlackPink’s JUMP for triple j(australian broadcast)’s Like A Version, and I…

    LG
  • I love how pop star are going all out for promotion these days.

    Mar 17, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Starting from Charli Xcx brat promo with neon Green colour (I mean who can forget the brat wall) , Sabrina’s…

    BTS
  • A small talk about Cortis’s new song – Joyride

    Mar 17, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ll be honest I’m not a super big Coer (that’s what their fans are called right? lol) and I’ve only…

    BTS
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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