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  • I think kpop has changed my brain and my personality.

    May 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I know this sounds strange. I’m 46F (married 13 years, childfree by choice if that matters). I used to listen…

    BTS, Military
  • Chinese national arrested after allegedly trying to enter Korea’s territorial waters on rubber boat

    May 26, 2026
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    Chinese national arrested after allegedly trying to enter Korea’s territorial waters on rubber boat

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

  • Yoo Seungeon and Zhang Hao might just be the best vocalist duo of fifth generation. And I don’t think it’s even close.

    May 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Like many other zeroses here I am absolutely heartbroken at the fact that ZB1 had to split, but I am…

  • Korea could regain wartime OPCON as early as late 2027, depending on talks with US

    May 26, 2026
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    Korea could regain wartime OPCON as early as late 2027, depending on talks with US

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

  • Senator Andy Kim Injured in Tear Gas Incident at ICE Protest

    May 26, 2026
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    Senator Andy Kim Injured in Tear Gas Incident at ICE Protest

    Korean-American Democratic Senator Andy Kim, alongside Governor Mikie Sherrill and others, visited the front of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement…

    Donald Trump, fail, family, Medical, Military, Protest, Social Media
  • Seosomun Overpass Collapse

    May 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Seosomun Overpass Collapse

    Area where the Seosomun Bridge Collapsed this afternoon. Taken approximately 2 hours after incident occurred submitted by /u/HozukiEiko [link] [comments]

  • Do you regret spending years learning Korean?

    May 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Were any of you so passionate about KPop that you learned the language? I’m about a year in. For folks…

    family, Korean American, Korean Guy, travel
  • 2 dead after Seoul overpass partially collapses during removal

    May 26, 2026
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    2 dead after Seoul overpass partially collapses during removal

    submitted by /u/Sea_City1813 [link] [comments]

    Seoul
  • subling

    May 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    subling

    submitted by /u/Savings-Dress-9267 [link] [comments]

  • Rating every K-pop performance that I have been to in 2026

    May 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I moved to Seoul in February and since then I have been to several different K-pop performances, from encore concerts,…

    K-pop, Question, Seoul
  • Korean pajeon + sea squirt + white wine night

    May 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

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

  • Album sales by 4th gen and 5th gen groups that have comebacks in 2026 (why are multiple girl groups declining in sales over time?)

    May 26, 2026
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    I’ll include first week sales on Hanteo for 4th and 5th gen groups that have comebacks in 2026, including their…

  • What do you think is the hardest girlgroup choreo??

    May 26, 2026
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    My kpop knowledge stops at g-friend – me gustas tu. It might not be the hardest, but the intro dance…

    LG
  • I have mixed feelings after watching BTS preforms on American music awards.

    May 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    While watching their performance, I felt something was missing. For example, they seemed a bit too enthusiastic. I don’t know…

    BTS
  • Van Leeuwen ice cream opens in southern Seoul for Korean debut

    May 26, 2026
    in News
    Van Leeuwen ice cream opens in southern Seoul for Korean debut

    A New York-born ice cream brand favored by global celebrities is set to make its debut in Korea this summer…

    Seoul, Subway
  • Korea legalizes telemedicine for foreign patients to boost medical tourism

    May 26, 2026
    in News
    Korea legalizes telemedicine for foreign patients to boost medical tourism

    Korea is expanding medical frontiers beyond its physical borders, legalizing telemedicine for international patients in a bid to solidify its…

    LG, Medical, Tourism
  • HD Hyundai 1% Nanum Foundation seeks nominees for 4th HD Hyundai Honor Awards

    May 26, 2026
    in News
    HD Hyundai 1% Nanum Foundation seeks nominees for 4th HD Hyundai Honor Awards

    The HD Hyundai 1% Nanum Foundation said Tuesday it has opened nominations for the fourth HD Hyundai Honor Awards, accepting…

    Hyundai
  • The news feels Kafkaesque

    May 26, 2026
    in News
    The news feels Kafkaesque

    The news feels Kafkaesque

  • At least 6 injured after structural collapse at Seoul overpass site

    May 26, 2026
    in News
    At least 6 injured after structural collapse at Seoul overpass site

    An aging overpass in Seoul undergoing removal partially collapsed Tuesday, leaving at least six people injured, officials said. The incident…

    Medical, Seoul
  • Best selling K-Pop albums in 2026 so far (US pure)

    May 26, 2026
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    #1 ARIRANG —BTS (530K+) #2 GOLDEN HOUR : PART.4 —ATEEZ #3 THE SIN : VANISH — ENHYPEN #4 KPop Demon…

    BTS, K-pop
  • AMAs: Katseye tries to put their pinkies up again 😒

    May 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I know a lot goes into producing these songs. But, when will they put the pinkies down? I’m trying to…

  • STILL HERE, STILL US: WANNA ONE RECLAIM THE MOMENT

    May 26, 2026
    in Feeds
    STILL HERE, STILL US: WANNA ONE RECLAIM THE MOMENT

    The Cover Ten individual covers. One unified story. For the June 2026 digital edition, ELLE Korea does something that feels…

    BTS, Global Expansion, Japan, K-pop, LG, Military, Photography, purpose, Seoul, Social Media
  • Korean Cheesy Beef Pasta

    May 26, 2026
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    Korean Cheesy Beef Pasta

    Found this place in Busan but totally forgot the restaurant name.😭 It was so good though!! The cheese was insanely…

    Busan, Cheese
  • Spicy stir-fried pork + Soybean paste stew

    May 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Spicy stir-fried pork + Soybean paste stew

    White rice is a must with this combo! submitted by /u/qirong99 [link] [comments]

    Pork
  • The best bulgogi

    May 26, 2026
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    The best bulgogi

    submitted by /u/WHW01 [link] [comments]

    LG
  • Soondae, Dwaeji Yeomtong, and Shredded Chicken Fried Rice

    May 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Soondae, Dwaeji Yeomtong, and Shredded Chicken Fried Rice

    Blood Sausage & Pork Heart for the ladies, fried rice for me submitted by /u/Puzzleheaded_Act_131 [link] [comments]

    Pork
  • Shabu Shabu

    May 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Shabu Shabu

    Pure perfection. submitted by /u/Significant-Flan827 [link] [comments]

  • Camping food

    May 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Camping food

    Kimchi jjigae is the best🤣 submitted by /u/willieverbecomerich [link] [comments]

    Jjigae, Kimchi
  • Samsung Electronics employees now score ‘almost like lawyers’ in Korea’s marriage market

    May 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Samsung Electronics employees now score ‘almost like lawyers’ in Korea’s marriage market

    submitted by /u/self-fix2 [link] [comments]

    Samsung, Samsung Electronics
  • a bit of a silly question about the 60s and 70s

    May 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    ok so to clarify, my grandfather served in the U.S. army during i believe the late 60s to early 70s…

    Question
  • For you, what is your K-POP 2025 SOTY (Song of the Year)?

    May 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Until now, I still don’t know the song that really stood out for the year 2025. If you’re going to…

    K-pop
  • what’s the difference between milmyeon and naengmyeon?

    May 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    what’s the difference between milmyeon and naengmyeon?

    https://preview.redd.it/etvz3klk5d3h1.png?width=1000&format=png&auto=webp&s=b4cc4e820e22421266af6c4236385bc0abc90036 besides myeon is made of different ingredients? and does milmyeon have other kinds like mul or bibim or there…

  • Kalgoosu, Korean noodle

    May 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Kalgoosu, Korean noodle

    Myeondong Kalgooksu in NJ submitted by /u/Competitive_Art1348 [link] [comments]

    LG
  • Foreign ministry calls on Israel to investigate assault claims by activists

    May 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Foreign ministry calls on Israel to investigate assault claims by activists

    The foreign ministry said Monday it has pressed Israel to conduct a thorough investigation into claims by two South Korean…

    Stress
  • Charcoal grilled LG Galbi with soy braised onions, mu, and cucumber saengchae

    May 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Charcoal grilled LG Galbi with soy braised onions, mu, and cucumber saengchae

    submitted by /u/K24Bone42 [link] [comments]

    LG
  • Minari samgyubsal 🍀🐽🤤

    May 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Minari samgyubsal 🍀🐽🤤

    I bought sliced samgyeopsal at Costco and picked up some minari from the Korean market. Steamed it all and dipped…

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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