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  • Lee Daeyeol’s “Where Stars Grow”: A Leader’s Letter Reflected in Light

    Feb 11, 2026
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    Lee Daeyeol’s “Where Stars Grow”: A Leader’s Letter Reflected in Light

    Photo & Video Credits: Woollim Entertainment Milestone in Lee Daeyeol’s career Lee Daeyeol, best known as Golden Child’s steadfast leader…

    apology, history, K-pop
  • Would you consider Harry June is one of the best idol dancer?

    Feb 11, 2026
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    I watched him & DKB from Peak Time (survival show). He even joined Bp2. I saw he danced together with…

    KT
  • What are your favourite deepcuts from 2025 kpop?

    Feb 10, 2026
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    I wasn’t too interested in kpop last year and I think I missed good songs. What are some underrated bsides/title…

  • Drinks I prepared for Lunar New Year

    Feb 10, 2026
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    Drinks I prepared for Lunar New Year

    Next week is Lunar New Year, and since I have a big family gathering coming up, I decided to prepare…

    fail, family, Samyang, Soju, Suga
  • Defense ministry to push for special law on building nuclear subs

    Feb 10, 2026
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    Defense ministry to push for special law on building nuclear subs

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

  • Jeonbokjuk (abalone porridge)

    Feb 10, 2026
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    Jeonbokjuk (abalone porridge)

    Dinner tonight is a rich, savory abalone porridge. I managed to snag some big abalones at a great price. I…

    family
  • harsh working conditions / industry pressure in kpop

    Feb 10, 2026
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    hello! I recently started uni so i met some new friends who are very much into kpop. I never really…

    Discussion
  • People Power Party Rep. Joo Demands President Lee Sell Non-Residential Apartment

    Feb 10, 2026
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    People Power Party Rep. Joo Demands President Lee Sell Non-Residential Apartment

    People Power Party Rep. Joo Jin-woo said on the 7th, “Why hasn’t President Lee Jae Myung sold his non-residential apartment…

    Question, Seoul
  • looking for variety recommendations – funniest original content from your fandom

    Feb 10, 2026
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    Hi everyone! l would like to see recs from every groups original content. Suggest an episode that you think is…

  • IVE is only going up. Bang bang vs previous comebacks

    Feb 10, 2026
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    So IVE just release their pre release track “BANG BANG” yesterday and it seems to be performing much better than…

  • get in my tummyy

    Feb 10, 2026
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    get in my tummyy

    boiled pork belly (90 mins) with cabbage. chayote squash which isn’t Korean but it’s been popular in the US Asian…

    Pork
  • Idle’s new Lightstick version 3 discussion

    Feb 10, 2026
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    Hi everyone! I wanted to add my grain of salt to the debate that’s been going on about the new…

    Discussion, LG
  • I want to buy Vogue Korea in my local Bookstore but we don’t have it 🙁

    Feb 10, 2026
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    I think it’s a huge missed opportunity cause I swear that all the kpop fans would eat it up (including…

  • How did BTS become more popular than EXO?

    Feb 10, 2026
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    Just to preface this, we’re all adults here, so I expect anyone joining this conversation to be able to discuss…

    BTS
  • Seoul mayor defends planned Korean War memorial, accuses central gov’t of interfering

    Feb 10, 2026
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    Seoul mayor defends planned Korean War memorial, accuses central gov’t of interfering

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

    Korean War, Seoul
  • Karina’s Denim Revolution: Marie Claire x Chanel Beauty Youth Manifesto

    Feb 10, 2026
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    Karina’s Denim Revolution: Marie Claire x Chanel Beauty Youth Manifesto

    Photo Credits: Marie Claire Chanel SM Entertainment Karina of aespa graces the Marie Claire Korea February 2026 Digital Issue cover…

    K-pop, KT, LG
  • Mapping several K-Pop girl groups as NBA teams

    Feb 10, 2026
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    Blackpink = Boston Celtics Defined by massive success, seen as the benchmark and the standard. Twice = Golden State Warriors…

    Houston, K-pop
  • Korean gov’t confirms 33.67 mil. user records leaked in Coupang breach

    Feb 10, 2026
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    Korean gov’t confirms 33.67 mil. user records leaked in Coupang breach

    A government-private investigation team confirmed Tuesday that more than 33 million user records of customers in Korea, including names and…

    Coupang, fail, request, Seoul, Stress
  • appreciation/review post for ATEEZ’s Golden Hour Pt.4

    Feb 10, 2026
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    i can honestly not express enough how much i adore this album. starting off with ghost, which honestly surprised me…

    Peace
  • Korea to speed up path to permanent residency for STEM students

    Feb 10, 2026
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    Korea to speed up path to permanent residency for STEM students

    Korea is stepping up efforts to encourage the long-term settlement of international students, placing special emphasis on those in science…

    Justice, study
  • Ice dancers miss out on free dance after shaky rhythm dance

    Feb 10, 2026
    in News
    Ice dancers miss out on free dance after shaky rhythm dance

    MILAN — The ice dance duo of Hannah Lim and Quan Ye failed to qualify for the free dance after…

    fail, Parents
  • Today Germany shows the way

    Feb 10, 2026
    in News
    Today Germany shows the way

    Contemporary Germany provides positive, sensible leadership for Europe and beyond. Over the past months, Chancellor Friedrich Merz has enjoyed a…

    cold war, germany, Military, Politics, Ukraine
  • NY state ICE legislation

    Feb 10, 2026
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    NY state ICE legislation

    NY state ICE legislation

  • We are in the twilight zone

    Feb 10, 2026
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    We are in the twilight zone

    We are in the twilight zone

  • Being at the Olympics is so personal for Enhypen Sunghoon

    Feb 10, 2026
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    Listing why: – He was a professional figure skater representing Korea for 10 years. He retired in 2020. – The…

  • A song that sounded better in concert than on music apps.

    Feb 10, 2026
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    Is there anyone else who has been to a concert where they ofc played a song you love but it…

  • South Korea calls for reopening of inter-Korean industrial complex

    Feb 10, 2026
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    South Korea calls for reopening of inter-Korean industrial complex

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

  • Kimchi fried rice with spam

    Feb 10, 2026
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    Kimchi fried rice with spam

    I like to fry some minced garlic and green onions in oil, then toss rice with finely chopped Spam and…

    Kimchi
  • Do you guys like Korean Toast?

    Feb 10, 2026
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    Do you guys like Korean Toast?

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

  • Korean Tuna Kimchi-jjigae

    Feb 10, 2026
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    Korean Tuna Kimchi-jjigae

    This is called Tuna Kimchi-jjigae. It’s a spicy Korean stew made with canned tuna and kimchi. submitted by /u/godok_drinker [link]…

    Jjigae, Kimchi
  • K-Pop Stars Ignite ‘Romeo & Juliette’ Musical: Epic Cast Revealed!

    Feb 10, 2026
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    K-Pop Stars Ignite ‘Romeo & Juliette’ Musical: Epic Cast Revealed!

    This story dives into the star-studded cast of the French musical Romeo & Juliette, hitting KEPCO Arts Center from March 24…

    family, Japan, K-pop, LG, Peace
  • Kpop concert movies should be done more frequently

    Feb 9, 2026
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    After how successful Stray Kids DominATE Experience global release with initial sales of over $19+ million for just 2-3 days…

    Discussion, Japan
  • Male voice in IZ*ONE’s La Vie en Rose backing track?

    Feb 9, 2026
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    I was just casually listening to La Vie en Rose with my headphones and I noticed some adlibs in certain…

  • I picked these up at the market to try and realized when I got home they are meant for the microwave.

    Feb 9, 2026
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    I picked these up at the market to try and realized when I got home they are meant for the microwave.

    Any alternate ideas? Can I put them in a steamer basket? submitted by /u/LindsayWasBoring [link] [comments]

  • Why aren’t we getting proper album releases from HEIZE?

    Feb 9, 2026
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    As the title says, why do you think Heize isn’t getting proper album releases? The latest album with GIRIBOY is…

  • For some reason I think they look alike. What do you think?

    Feb 9, 2026
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    I stan super junior for nearly 2 years now and when I first saw Kangin, I thought he really looks…

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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

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  • 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
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  • “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
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  • All Bibigo soups have been out of stock near me for awhile. Have they stopped selling these to the US market?February 18, 2026
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  • NMIXX and Pabllo Vittar appreciation post – The girls killed it in Brazil!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