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  • Telegram sexual exploitation ‘Pastor Room’ Kim Nok-wan, life imprisonment also on appeal···‘trainee evangelists’ and others taken into custody in court

    May 2, 2026
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    submitted by /u/chickenandliver [link] [comments]

    Sex
  • 북한 or 조선? South Korea debates what to call North Korea

    May 2, 2026
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    북한 or 조선? South Korea debates what to call North Korea

    submitted by /u/Beginning-Passion676 [link] [comments]

    North Korea
  • A colorful lineup in Seoul. Red, Lime, and the South Korean flag waving in the back

    May 2, 2026
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    A colorful lineup in Seoul. Red, Lime, and the South Korean flag waving in the back

    r/korea r/seoul Stopped in front of the National Cemetery. The weather is too good to be stuck inside a car.…

    National Cemetery, Seoul
  • I made a Seoul K-BBQ map

    May 2, 2026
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    submitted by /u/dch87 [link] [comments]

    Seoul
  • How different are the North Korean and South Korean languages?

    May 2, 2026
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    How different are the North Korean and South Korean languages?

    Picture from a North Korean English language classroom submitted by /u/TroodiVideos [link] [comments]

    Korean Language, North Korea
  • I just found an ace trainee that might or might not debut this year

    May 2, 2026
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    https://youtu.be/iSvzFaYOgxE?si=uf0x3l6jWUevbDMy The first guy who sang is Charlie from SMTR25, a trainee group in SM. The guy is conventionally handsome,…

  • ‘Dated the CEO to become central star?’ Ex-K-pop idol Hyogyeong lifts lid on industry’s dark side

    May 2, 2026
    in News
    ‘Dated the CEO to become central star?’ Ex-K-pop idol Hyogyeong lifts lid on industry’s dark side

    A former K-pop idol is drawing attention online after sharing allegations about favoritism, dating scandals and financial struggles behind the…

    K-pop, Scandal
  • Trump to raise EU auto tariffs to 25%, citing noncompliance

    May 2, 2026
    in News
    Trump to raise EU auto tariffs to 25%, citing noncompliance

    WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday that he will increase the tariffs charged on cars and trucks from…

    Donald Trump, Social Media
  • Nun attacked in Jerusalem as anti-Christian hate crimes raise alarm in Israel

    May 2, 2026
    in News
    Nun attacked in Jerusalem as anti-Christian hate crimes raise alarm in Israel

    A French nun was violently assaulted in Jerusalem, in the latest incident highlighting growing concerns over anti-Christian hate crimes involving…

    Crime
  • Fetus dies after 29-week pregnant woman transferred from Cheongju to Busan amid hospital search delays

    May 2, 2026
    in News
    Fetus dies after 29-week pregnant woman transferred from Cheongju to Busan amid hospital search delays

    A 29-week pregnant woman in Cheongju was forced to wait more than three hours to find a hospital for emergency…

    Busan, Daejeon, request
  • Why are there ‘two’ Koreas?

    May 2, 2026
    in News
    Why are there ‘two’ Koreas?

    Two decades ago, as I packed my bags to come to South Korea and begin a journey that would change…

    Ewha, germany, North Korea, Protest
  • Adult Sites Down One After Another… Internet Censorship Methods Have Changed

    May 2, 2026
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    Adult Sites Down One After Another… Internet Censorship Methods Have Changed

    submitted by /u/Direct-Ad7987 [link] [comments]

  • Diners for solo travellers in Busan downtown

    May 2, 2026
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    Diners for solo travellers in Busan downtown

    As the title goes, and I’m writing these sentences right on the way to the city. you know, Korea is…

    Busan, Japan, travel
  • What banchan is this?

    May 2, 2026
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    What banchan is this?

    If someone could help me identify, that would be great! submitted by /u/ZukoJeans [link] [comments]

  • Can I make galbijjim with a premade marinade like the ones for Korean BBQ?

    May 2, 2026
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    Came across some beef short ribs on sale and not sure what else to make with it. I just want…

  • So apparently New from The Boyz claims the other members didn’t tell him they were filing the lawsuit

    May 2, 2026
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    The Boyz just had their “reunion” concert, the last show they agreed to do despite the suspension of their contracts…

    Discussion, Question
  • people who’ve been to concerts, what was your experience like?

    May 2, 2026
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    I’ve never been to a kpop concert, so would love to hear from people who’ve been to one or multiple…

  • Songs that dominating Korean music platforms right now

    May 2, 2026
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    MelOn Monthly Chart Joy, Sadness, A Beautiful Heart — AKMU Paradise of Rumors — AKMU RUDE! — Hearts2Hearts BANG BANG…

    BTS
  • 90 lawmakers protest US Republicans for ‘infringing’ on Korea’s judicial sovereignty

    May 2, 2026
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    90 lawmakers protest US Republicans for ‘infringing’ on Korea’s judicial sovereignty

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

    Lawmakers, Protest
  • Woman loses 29-week pregnancy after being unable to find a hospital to perform an emergency delivery

    May 2, 2026
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    Woman loses 29-week pregnancy after being unable to find a hospital to perform an emergency delivery

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

  • #dontbringEVANback (my thoughts, opinion, and feelings on the ENHYPEN situation)

    May 2, 2026
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    I lokwey wanna make this a real hashtag so bad… TLDR: heesung left, people need to shut up I am…

    Punishment
  • Masak SundubuJigae

    May 2, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Japanese cucumber Tofu Egg Spam Meat Prawn #masak #koreanfood #malaysia submitted by /u/thereal_snakesolidus [link] [comments]

    Japan
  • Protestant vs Cults in SK

    May 2, 2026
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    Oddly specific question, but I was raised in a specific Protestant denomination that’s considered by many to be a high…

    Koreans, Protest, Question
  • Iranian media praises Korea for ‘positive and constructive approach’ during war

    May 2, 2026
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    Iranian media praises Korea for ‘positive and constructive approach’ during war

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

  • Banchans!

    May 2, 2026
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    Banchans!

    Side dishes were 🔥, especially the marinated crab 🦀. submitted by /u/Vee70x7 [link] [comments]

  • Is making shelf-stable tteok from scratch feasible?

    May 2, 2026
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    I get that the standard way to store homemade garaetteok is by freezing, but Yopokki has produced shelf-stable instant tteok.…

    fail
  • just some food we ate at the middle of Hwangmae mountain

    May 2, 2026
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    just some food we ate at the middle of Hwangmae mountain

    submitted by /u/Jp_111112 [link] [comments]

  • Editors “Now & Next” – 2 May 2026

    May 2, 2026
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    From the editors desk. This month, kpoppie feels a little louder than usual.Our traffic’s up, our X threads are spilling…

    BTS, Curiosity, K-pop, KT
  • Korean Drink Pouches

    May 2, 2026
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    Hi! I was wondering if anyone knows if those pouch drinks that people have been posting videos of in Korean/asian…

  • K-pop stans don’t exactly hate fun, they have fun hating.

    May 2, 2026
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    I talked about this with someone else before, and I find it very weird that an industry as unserious as…

    K-pop, Sex
  • Kimchi cucumber

    May 2, 2026
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    I bought kimchi cucumber last Saturday. How long does it usually last in the fridge if it was still in…

    Kimchi
  • What is HYBE doing with their girl groups posted

    May 2, 2026
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    I didn’t really know where to post this but anyways Why does HYBE have three of their girl groups posted…

  • Does Korea have any alternative fashion culture, similar to punk, or just alt movements in general? Need help making a good representation for Korean OC

    May 2, 2026
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    Does Korea have any alternative fashion culture, similar to punk, or just alt movements in general? Need help making a good representation for Korean OC

    I’m trying to write a Korean character who’s rebellious. But I don’t know much about Korea except for some standard…

    fail
  • I need help and information regarding auditoning for companies

    May 2, 2026
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    Hi, hope your all doing well I’m a F13 from saudi arabia, I’m planning on auditioning for kpop companies but…

    Advice
  • Sun Never Sets: Taeyang x W Korea x Piaget

    May 1, 2026
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    Sun Never Sets: Taeyang x W Korea x Piaget

    There is a particular kind of gravity that belongs only to artists who have survived their own legend — who…

    BTS, Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, LG, Military, Photography, purpose, Social Media
  • Dakdoritang and kakiage(?)

    May 1, 2026
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    Dakdoritang and kakiage(?)

    I was craving something spicy the other day, plus we had heaps of vegetables in the fridge. First time doing…

    Kia
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    Almost 120,000 people in Korea currently receive a monthly payment… Read more: Nearly 120,000 people receive over $1,360 in monthly pensions: data
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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