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  • UNCHILD: K-pop’s Rule-Breakers Just Arrived

    Apr 23, 2026
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    UNCHILD: K-pop’s Rule-Breakers Just Arrived

    Six girls. One name. No rules. K-pop’s newest rule-breakers just landed on the cover of GQ Korea — and they’re…

    Fame, Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, K-pop Fans, KT, LG, Photography, Seoul, Shopping, Social Media, study
  • What do you think about Yuna (Itzy) solo debut and performance?

    Apr 23, 2026
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    In terms of charting performance I was surprised that it didn’t do so well. Ice Cream only got about as…

  • South Korea’s Q1 GDP growth roars past market on booming AI-driven chip demand

    Apr 23, 2026
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    South Korea’s Q1 GDP growth roars past market on booming AI-driven chip demand

    submitted by /u/YouthDry8103 [link] [comments]

  • Do fans exaggerate the ticket wars and how bad they are?

    Apr 23, 2026
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    Obviously I’m not talking about a group like BTS, I know for a fact they sold out their shows. I’m…

    BTS, Discussion
  • Comfort Day

    Apr 23, 2026
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    Comfort Day

    Mu-guk and Jangjorim. Korean radish and sliced brisket in a light broth. Jangjorim and White and Black rice on the…

  • I had bibimbap at a local Korean market, it really hit the spot.

    Apr 23, 2026
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    I had bibimbap at a local Korean market, it really hit the spot.

    submitted by /u/foodie_2598 [link] [comments]

    Bibimbap
  • More than 30,000 Samsung union members take to the streets to demand an average bonus of $400,000 per worker — May 21 strike date looms, union points to rival SK hynix granting higher bonuses to its employees

    Apr 23, 2026
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    More than 30,000 Samsung union members take to the streets to demand an average bonus of $400,000 per worker — May 21 strike date looms, union points to rival SK hynix granting higher bonuses to its employees

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

    Samsung, SK Hynix
  • Sushi

    Apr 23, 2026
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    Sushi

    It was very fresh and nice to enjoy with my friends in Las Vegas🤗👍 submitted by /u/Exotic-Medium-7221 [link] [comments]

  • I am so excited for T.O.P’s epic comeback and that is all. It

    Apr 23, 2026
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    I’ve been listening to Studio54 non-stop and although I haven’t experienced being ostracized by an entire country over weed, it…

  • Jjukkumi (small octopus) season is coming to an end.

    Apr 23, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

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

  • Do you have a performance that you still can’t figured out if it’s live or lipsync?

    Apr 23, 2026
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    Idc about comeback stages like music shows. Let’s focus on award shows and festivals. This is neither compliment nor hate,…

  • Our usual dinner at home

    Apr 23, 2026
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    Our usual dinner at home

    We don’t usually have kimchi at home. We prefer less salty ones like “mul kimchi”. So here is our dinner…

    Kimchi, LG
  • Share to me your fav group’s best performance at award show in term of live vocal

    Apr 23, 2026
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    The award show must be among these 3: Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA), Melon Music Awards (MMA), Golden Disk Award…

  • U.S., Canada urge Korea not to impose controls on petroleum exports

    Apr 23, 2026
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    U.S., Canada urge Korea not to impose controls on petroleum exports

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

  • Korea’s Q1 GDP grows 1.7%, nearly double forecast on surging chip exports

    Apr 23, 2026
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    Korea’s Q1 GDP grows 1.7%, nearly double forecast on surging chip exports

    Despite risks stemming from the Middle East war, Korea’s economy grew at its fastest pace in more than five years…

  • Ancient bronze bell gains national treasure status

    Apr 23, 2026
    in News
    Ancient bronze bell gains national treasure status

    A towering bronze bell cast for a king’s prayers more than five centuries ago has been elevated to Korea’s highest…

    Joseon, purpose
  • US military looks to make Korea regional hub for equipment repair

    Apr 23, 2026
    in News
    US military looks to make Korea regional hub for equipment repair

    The U.S. military is moving to expand the repair and maintenance of its equipment in Korea, leveraging the country’s advanced…

    Military
  • Seoul to transform into citywide playground for ‘Kids Week’

    Apr 23, 2026
    in News
    Seoul to transform into citywide playground for ‘Kids Week’

    The Seoul Metropolitan Government said Wednesday it will hold “Seoul Kids Week” from May 1 through May 7, turning venues…

    Lotte, Seoul
  • Seoul, San Francisco mark 50 years of ties as sister cities

    Apr 23, 2026
    in News
    Seoul, San Francisco mark 50 years of ties as sister cities

    Seoul and Francisco and Seoul celebrated the 50th anniversary of their sister-city bond this week with a series of diplomatic…

    Seoul
  • Share your curated playlists- not just all 400 of your favorite songs

    Apr 23, 2026
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    Share your themed playlists! The weirder the better! Bonus points if it is a mix of kpop and other genres.…

  • Still Waters, Full Power: Leesol × Vogue × Estée Lauder

    Apr 23, 2026
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    Still Waters, Full Power: Leesol × Vogue × Estée Lauder

    KiiiKiii’s most visually magnetic member steps into the Vogue Korea × Estée Lauder spotlight — and rewrites what it means…

    Fame, Gen Z, Japan, K-pop, Kakao, KT, Photography, purpose, Seoul
  • Cold Jjamppong & Brown Rice Tray Meal

    Apr 23, 2026
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    Cold Jjamppong & Brown Rice Tray Meal

    Today is April 23rd, 2026 for lunch. There was a cool breeze blowing a bit and the weather was clear,…

  • Can someone help me out please

    Apr 23, 2026
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    Can someone help me out please

    I go to O2 bbq in guttenberg NJ a lot and I literally cannot get over this dipping sauce.. can…

  • Bean Rice & Vietnamese Noodles

    Apr 23, 2026
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    Bean Rice & Vietnamese Noodles

    Today is April 22nd, 2026. There was almost no wind and the temperature was just right, so the air was…

  • yugwa recipe

    Apr 23, 2026
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    yugwa recipe

    does anyone know an actual recipe for this treat? I’ve looked high and low and cant seem to find one.…

  • A Song/s that you have heard many times but you only have listened properly recently

    Apr 22, 2026
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    So Idk if I am making sense. So I have this thing that I sometimes I will hear a song/s…

  • Eyes Wide Open: Anna of MEOVV Is Fashion’s Newest Obsession – Part 2

    Apr 22, 2026
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    Eyes Wide Open: Anna of MEOVV Is Fashion’s Newest Obsession – Part 2

    “Chloé has always stood for a sense of freedom, authenticity, and effortless beauty that resonates deeply with me.” — Anna,…

    Japan, K-pop, K-pop industry, KT, Mystery, Photography, purpose, Question, Seoul, Tokyo
  • Who likes tteokbokki?

    Apr 22, 2026
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    Who likes tteokbokki?

    Actually, tteokbokki is soul food for Korean schoolgirls. submitted by /u/taran1013 [link] [comments]

    LG
  • Bibimbap in Seoul

    Apr 22, 2026
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    Bibimbap in Seoul

    📍Mokmyeoksanbang 71 Toegye-ro 20-gil, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea submitted by /u/_GrimFandango [link] [comments]

    Bibimbap, Seoul
  • Am I alone in wishing that KPOP idols were more involved in the creative process of music?

    Apr 22, 2026
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    Please keep in mind that I haven’t gotten into any boygroups yet so I can only use examples from what…

    Houston, Question
  • Ryujin said ITZY’s new song is gonna be a HIT!

    Apr 22, 2026
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    The reasoning is kind of bittersweet though haha… Ryujin mentioned on Bubble that she thinks their upcoming song will do…

  • What type of rice for gim bap?bibimbap?

    Apr 22, 2026
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    Hi I have always used medium grain / calrose rice when I make these dishes. I recently learned that Japanese…

    Bibimbap, Japan
  • Do you think YG will really let TREASURE have their proper “world” tour this time?

    Apr 22, 2026
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    Based on the recent ‘2026 YG PLAN’ video on Youtube uploaded a month ago, what are your thoughts on his…

  • What is that sauce its so good

    Apr 22, 2026
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    What is that sauce its so good

    submitted by /u/Prestigious_Pie5169 [link] [comments]

  • HueningKai: The Quiet Storm That Changed Everything

    Apr 22, 2026
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    HueningKai: The Quiet Storm That Changed Everything

    HueningKai of TXT steps fully into the light — and the world has no choice but to look. 🌸 #KpoppieForever…

    Curiosity, history, Hyundai, Japan, K-pop, Seoul, study, Surfing, Teenager
  • U.S. Cuts Nuclear Intelligence Flow to Seoul Six Days After IAEA Warned of Pyongyang’s Weapons Push

    Apr 22, 2026
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    U.S. Cuts Nuclear Intelligence Flow to Seoul Six Days After IAEA Warned of Pyongyang’s Weapons Push

    The United States partially restricted satellite intelligence sharing with South Korea on North Korean nuclear technology, Seoul military officials confirmed…

    identification, Military, North Korea, Pyongyang, Seoul
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Latest Korean News

  • Declining income, no consent: AI eats into Korea’s creative, language workforceApril 24, 2026
    It is a familiar sound: the brisk, slightly metallic voice… Read more: Declining income, no consent: AI eats into Korea’s creative, language workforce
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    A court ruling has partly curbed Samsung Biologics labor union’s… Read more: Court ruling undermines Samsung Biologics labor union’s strike plans
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    A revision to the Tobacco Business Act took effect Friday… Read more: Korea brings e-cigarettes under tobacco law, banning online sales
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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