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  • Weekly Social Media Thread

    Feb 14, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Did you see something on TikTok or Insta that made you go, “Hmmm?” Do you want to discuss some issue…

    KT, Social Media
  • Something that I found impressive about Seventeen

    Feb 14, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I was binging Salon Drip S2 Episodes on YouTube and— (28:38) Hoshi: Yes, one of the reasons we’re busy is…

    Military
  • How do you guys decide where to eat in Korea? Any tips??

    Feb 14, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Hi! Not asking for restaurant recommendations. I want to learn what practical cues travelers use when choosing a place to…

    travel
  • Help me find this snack

    Feb 14, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I am looking for the name of this korean snack available in convenience stores where you can put fillings into…

  • A1di’s Geonwoo is getting accused of extremely rude behaviour by KBS staff

    Feb 14, 2026
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    Geonwoo had a lot of controversies in the past when it comes to his behaviour. During Boy’s Planet two he…

    apology, Stress
  • Eunjung’s Pomellato Bride Glow: T-ara Star’s Marie Claire Wedding Milestone Magic

    Feb 14, 2026
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    Eunjung’s Pomellato Bride Glow: T-ara Star’s Marie Claire Wedding Milestone Magic

    Photo Credits: Marie Claire Korea Mask Studio Likey Entertainment Pomellato “From T-ara’s trailblazing leader to Pomellato’s radiant bride—Eunjung redefines forever…

    BTS, coffee, Fame, family, K-pop, netizens, Seoul
  • What’s up with the gatekeeping for concert tickets?

    Feb 14, 2026
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    “If you weren’t a fan since XXXX you shouldn’t get SVIP.” “They should make fans answer a quiz before letting…

    Cheese
  • How Korean-Irish creative agency CMR is helping shape Seoul’s new creator economy

    Feb 14, 2026
    in News
    How Korean-Irish creative agency CMR is helping shape Seoul’s new creator economy

    Seoul-based creative agency CMR leverages its global background and its carefully selected talent to create genuine, fashion-driven moments for its…

    Seoul
  • Speed skating sprinters chasing 1st medal

    Feb 14, 2026
    in News
    Speed skating sprinters chasing 1st medal

    MILAN — Korean speed skating sprinters Kim Min-sun and Lee Na-hyun will be in pursuit of their first Olympic medal…

  • Figure skater, snowboarder fall short as Korea goes medalless

    Feb 14, 2026
    in News
    Figure skater, snowboarder fall short as Korea goes medalless

    MILAN — Korea did not add to its medal total at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics on Friday, with a…

    fail, Japan
  • No regrets for figure skater despite near miss

    Feb 14, 2026
    in News
    No regrets for figure skater despite near miss

    MILAN — Following the end of his free skate Friday night, marred by an early mistake with a jump, Cha…

    fail, Japan
  • ‘The King’s Warden,’ ‘Humint’ vie for box-office crown during Lunar New Year holiday

    Feb 14, 2026
    in News
    ‘The King’s Warden,’ ‘Humint’ vie for box-office crown during Lunar New Year holiday

    Two Korean movies, “The King’s Warden” and “Humint,” are competing for first place at the domestic box office during the…

  • The Ultimate Korean Hangover Soup: ‘Yangpyeong Haejangguk’ 🍲🇰🇷 Loaded with tender beef tripe and spicy broth! [OC]

    Feb 14, 2026
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    The Ultimate Korean Hangover Soup: ‘Yangpyeong Haejangguk’ 🍲🇰🇷 Loaded with tender beef tripe and spicy broth! [OC]

    submitted by /u/Born_Reward7921 [link] [comments]

  • “Merger Failed Due to Democratic Party’s ‘Far-Right’… Provincial Committee ‘Eager’ for Cho Kuk to Run in Gunsan” | “민주당 극우 탓 합당 무산”…조국 군산 출마 도당 ‘간절’

    Feb 14, 2026
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    “Merger Failed Due to Democratic Party’s ‘Far-Right’… Provincial Committee ‘Eager’ for Cho Kuk to Run in Gunsan” | “민주당 극우 탓 합당 무산”…조국 군산 출마 도당 ‘간절’

    Rebuilding Korea Party’s Jeong Do-sang: “Merger Failed Due to Democratic Party’s Power Struggles… We Will Contest Jeonbuk Governor Election” Jeong…

    Busan, Discussion, fail, Politics
  • Gov’t considers AI to draft future CSAT English section after criticism of last year’s test difficulty

    Feb 14, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

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

  • Korean Gat-kimchi Bok-keum-bap(Mustard Leaf Kimchi Fried Rice)

    Feb 14, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Korean Gat-kimchi Bok-keum-bap(Mustard Leaf Kimchi Fried Rice)

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

    Kimchi
  • BTS Takes Over 15 GQ Covers: Epic 2026 Comeback Unveiled

    Feb 14, 2026
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    BTS Takes Over 15 GQ Covers: Epic 2026 Comeback Unveiled

    Photo Credits: BigHit Music BTS dominates the March 2026 GQ issue across 15 countries, marking their first OT7 pictorial in…

    BTS, germany, Japan, K-pop, KT, Military, purpose, Stress, Suga
  • Give Me Your Top 5 Boy and Girl Groups, Biases, and Favorite Songs!

    Feb 14, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    My rankings: Group (Bias, Song) **GIRL GROUPS** 1.) Twice (Momo, Hell in Heaven) 2.) Mamamoo (Wheein, Destiny) 3.) Red Velvet…

    BTS
  • Allulose recommendations?

    Feb 14, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    If anyone uses this, what brand do you use? Or if you use another sugar substitute, what do you use?…

    Suga
  • Many K-pop fans complain constantly but make no effort to find good music.

    Feb 14, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I wrote the title that way to provoke attention, but it honestly reflects how I feel. For example, some fans…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, LG
  • K-Pop has gotten formulaic, and you can’t convince me otherwise…

    Feb 13, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Note: I do not intend to negatively attack any groups or soloists mentioned below. The title is self-explanatory, but let…

    history, K-pop
  • Japanese Multinational SVCV Denies Acquiring Min Hee Jin and NewJeans’s Label

    Feb 13, 2026
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    Japanese Multinational SVCV Denies Acquiring Min Hee Jin and NewJeans’s Label

    SVCV, the Tokyo-based multinational holding company, has formally denied recent speculation suggesting that it has acquired or is in the…

    Discussion, Japan, K-pop, Tokyo
  • Can I still eat this??

    Feb 13, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Can I still eat this??

    this is gochujang, probably oped for a few months. it has NOT been refrigeratorated and it has a very alcoholic…

  • My attempt at sundubu-jjigae

    Feb 13, 2026
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    My attempt at sundubu-jjigae

    My second attempt, spicy level was perfect 🙂 I’ll say only thing missing was a veggie like mushrooms or zucchini.…

    Jjigae
  • New Japchae Recipe was a Success!

    Feb 13, 2026
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    New Japchae Recipe was a Success!

    Second time making Japchae after a HORRIBLE first attempt months back. So happy with how it came out and similar…

  • For Ukrainian troops, the North Korea problem isn’t soldiers launching assaults. It’s artillery, lawmaker says.

    Feb 13, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    For Ukrainian troops, the North Korea problem isn’t soldiers launching assaults. It’s artillery, lawmaker says.

    submitted by /u/Fine-Cucumber8589 [link] [comments]

    North Korea
  • Opinions about upcoming BTS and Blackpink Album

    Feb 13, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    The albums have not yet released so I can not exactly predict about the quality of the music but I…

    BTS
  • Sister of North Korea’s leader says South Korea’s drone regret was sensible but insufficient

    Feb 13, 2026
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    Sister of North Korea’s leader says South Korea’s drone regret was sensible but insufficient

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

    North Korea
  • The difference between boy pretty vs girl pretty

    Feb 13, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    This is a very popular concept and I feel in kpop, you see it very clearly.. how some female idols…

  • Cheong Wa Dae expresses hopes of restoring trust with N. Korea following Pyongyang’s statement

    Feb 13, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Cheong Wa Dae expresses hopes of restoring trust with N. Korea following Pyongyang’s statement

    submitted by /u/Movie-Kino [link] [comments]

    Pyongyang
  • Name better Gomtang than this

    Feb 13, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Name better Gomtang than this

    submitted by /u/Impossible-Spirit802 [link] [comments]

  • What is this called? Are there different names for each one specifcally?

    Feb 13, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    What is this called? Are there different names for each one specifcally?

    submitted by /u/Intelligent_Buy_5054 [link] [comments]

  • Why did JYP make NIZIU a japanese only promoting group?

    Feb 13, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    TWICE was very popular in Japan, but they were also popular in SEA and Korea (and everywhere else too). If…

    Japan
  • Lee’s approval rating rises to 63%: poll

    Feb 13, 2026
    in News
    Lee’s approval rating rises to 63%: poll

    President Lee Jae Myung’s approval rating rose to 63 percent this week, led by positive assessments of his economic policies,…

    Survey
  • Fined for being 1 minute late: London Bagel Museum faces labor law probe

    Feb 13, 2026
    in News
    Fined for being 1 minute late: London Bagel Museum faces labor law probe

    A labor ministry investigation has found that the operator of the popular bakery brand London Bagel Museum violated multiple labor…

    fail, Survey
  • Korea reports 3 new African swine fever cases; total now at 14

    Feb 13, 2026
    in News
    Korea reports 3 new African swine fever cases; total now at 14

    Korea has confirmed three new cases of African swine fever (ASF) at pig farms in the central and southern areas,…

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Latest Korean News

  • Korea slips to 9th in US import rankings amid Trump tariffsFebruary 18, 2026
    Korea fell to ninth among U.S. import partners last year,… Read more: Korea slips to 9th in US import rankings amid Trump tariffs
  • Why ‘Single’s Inferno’ keeps turning to Miss Korea contestantsFebruary 18, 2026
    A recurring keyword in the hit Netflix dating show “Single’s… Read more: Why ‘Single’s Inferno’ keeps turning to Miss Korea contestants
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    Recently, I heard that house prices in Seoul are soaring.… Read more: Come to Andong
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    Foreign investors nearly doubled their Korean stock holdings to 1,327… Read more: Foreign holdings in Korean shares double amid KOSPI rally
  • Coupang needs to resolve cybersecurity to prosperFebruary 18, 2026
    Coupang’s customer data breach has exposed numerous problems. 33.67 million… Read more: Coupang needs to resolve cybersecurity to prosper

Latest Community Feeds

  • Squid rings, not Squid GameFebruary 18, 2026
  • Lsfm’s Sakura and Kazuha, Illit’s Moka and Iroha will be joining as cast for HYBE x Geffen’s new audition projectFebruary 18, 2026
  • Vegan tteokgukFebruary 18, 2026
  • Korea launches first nationwide survey of forced labor sites during Japanese ruleFebruary 18, 2026
  • Uaena and Kpop nerds who have been there through IUs career especially early days what do you think of her journey? How does she has such loyal fanbase beyond general love from Korean public?February 18, 2026
  • Brain Fog in South Korea: A Converging CrisisFebruary 18, 2026
  • Why is K-pop criticized for “stealing Black culture” more than Western pop acts with obvious Black music influences?February 18, 2026
  • “Claiming ‘Fewer Multi-Homeowners Won’t Raise Jeonse or Rents’… Joo Jinwoo Asks President Lee, ‘Then Why Did They Rise Throughout Your Term?’”February 18, 2026
  • “NIS Confirms Far Right YouTuber Ko Sung guk Influenced Attacker of President Lee” | “국정원, 李대통령 테러범에 극우 유February 18, 2026
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  • South Korea names final KDX-III Batch-II Aegis destroyer ROKS Daeho Kim JongseoFebruary 18, 2026
  • All Bibigo soups have been out of stock near me for awhile. Have they stopped selling these to the US market?February 18, 2026
  • Tteokguk repostFebruary 18, 2026
  • NMIXX and Pabllo Vittar appreciation post – The girls killed it in Brazil!February 17, 2026
  • I swear there was a second “Imma carry myself” in aespa’s Rich Man…February 17, 2026
  • Kiss of Life’s career shows how fast momentum can slip awayFebruary 17, 2026
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  • Yoo Dong brand Silkworm Pupa Soybean Paste Flavor Soup, Pupa separated from soup, then fried with Chinese Five Spice Powder, and served over Jasmine RiceFebruary 17, 2026
  • Pulmuone jajangmyeon spotted at costco $8.99February 17, 2026
  • any idea what side dish this is?February 17, 2026

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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