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  • “If a female idol did this” and “but Seungri and Taeil still have fans” are stupid responses to most* scandals

    Jun 7, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Basically as the title says it’s very annoying how 1 dimensional online kpop fans are with evaluating controversies or “scandals.”…

    Blacklist, Crime, Scandal, Sex
  • MINO of WINNER sentenced to 18 months of imprisonment

    Apr 21, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    The context: From March 2023 to December 2024, while serving as a social service worker at the Mapo Facilities Management…

    Blacklist, fail, request, Seoul
  • Business Proposal in Seoul and Shanghai

    Sep 4, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I am Dylan, the founder of GlamourYou , a platform dedicated to connecting Chinese consumers with top-tier Korean medical aesthetics…

    Blacklist, Discussion, identification, LG, Medical, Seoul
  • Korea to tighten stewardship code with workplace safety penalties; accident-prone firms remain wary

    Aug 20, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Korea to tighten stewardship code with workplace safety penalties; accident-prone firms remain wary

    A construction site in Seoul South Korea is preparing sweeping changes to its stewardship code that will allow public pension…

    Blacklist, fail, Hyundai, Punishment, Question, Samsung, Seoul
  • [Extra Long Legal Drama] TVXQ’s Split: Revisiting and Analyzing the Lawsuit that Changed K-POP & Slave Contracts

    Jun 15, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Edit: I am trying to fix some quotes, bc for some reason they got messed up after posting! Given the…

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  • Hanwha wins $1.6 bn order to build 6 container ships for Evergreen

    Mar 17, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Hanwha wins $1.6 bn order to build 6 container ships for Evergreen

    Hanwha Ocean CEO Kim Hee-chul (right) and Evergreen Chairman Chang Yen-I pose for a photo after signing a contract to…

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  • Your opinion about SM 3.0, is it better or worse than the old management?

    Dec 6, 2024
    in Community

    I’m making this post to open up a discussion about SM Entertainment, specifically their management after LSM left. I’m aware…

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  • Trainee doctor arrested for making ‘blacklist’ of non-striking colleagues

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community, Feeds
    Trainee doctor arrested for making ‘blacklist’ of non-striking colleagues

    submitted by /u/simpdog213 [link] [comments]

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  • Nobel Laureate Han Kang Was Blacklisted by Culture Minister Appointed by President Yoon During Park Geun-hye’s Administration | 노벨문학상 ‘한강’ 블랙리스트…윤 임명 문체부 1차관이 전달

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community
    Nobel Laureate Han Kang Was Blacklisted by Culture Minister Appointed by President Yoon During Park Geun-hye’s Administration | 노벨문학상 ‘한강’ 블랙리스트…윤 임명 문체부 1차관이 전달

    submitted by /u/coinfwip4 [link] [comments]

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  • KT to develop AI tech to filter spam messages

    Sep 25, 2024
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    KT to develop AI tech to filter spam messages

    South Korea’s KT Corp. said on Tuesday it will work with the Korea Internet & Security Agency (KISA) to launch…

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Latest Korean News

  • US strikes Iran in response to drone attack on ship that Trump says violated ceasefireJune 27, 2026
    WASHINGTON — The U.S. struck Iran, Friday, in response to… Read more: US strikes Iran in response to drone attack on ship that Trump says violated ceasefire
  • Venezuela quake toll tops 900; search intensifies for hundreds trappedJune 27, 2026
    LA GUAIRA/CARACAS — Desperate Venezuelans and rescue teams raced to… Read more: Venezuela quake toll tops 900; search intensifies for hundreds trapped
  • Korea clinging to last spot to qualify for knockoutsJune 27, 2026
    GUADALAJARA, Mexico — With one matchday left in the group… Read more: Korea clinging to last spot to qualify for knockouts
  • Japan’s defense chief in Korea for deeper defense tiesJune 27, 2026
    Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi arrived in Korea, Saturday, for… Read more: Japan’s defense chief in Korea for deeper defense ties
  • Figure skating legend Kim Yuna shares candid reflection in fourth year of marriageJune 27, 2026
    Former figure skater Kim Yuna shared heartfelt thoughts about what… Read more: Figure skating legend Kim Yuna shares candid reflection in fourth year of marriage

Latest Community Feeds

  • Is it common for straight men in korea to follow girl groups and engage with content about them?June 27, 2026
  • Seoul to audit ex-Seongdong-gu mayor’s tripJune 27, 2026
  • I’m Kind of Sad About ATEEZ’s Last Comeback? (As a Debuttiny)June 27, 2026
  • I’m starting to stan Block B and in the process of getting to know them!June 27, 2026
  • Easiest way to get sliced meat for at home korean BBQ?June 27, 2026
  • Can you name these side dishes?June 27, 2026
  • My friend introduced me to Gungjung Tteokbokki and I think I’m officially hooked👍🏼June 27, 2026
  • Rabokki I made with fresh homemade tteokbokkiJune 27, 2026
  • Saturday morning noodlesJune 27, 2026
  • Baby Flower by tripleS aggressively climbs to #1 on Spotify Korea Daily Top 200June 27, 2026
  • Thoughts on music show awards and voting?June 27, 2026
  • BTS Tottenham stadium concert, accessibility advice?June 27, 2026
  • Rank kpop 2026 viral hits (so far) and then pick which month had the best viral hit in the pollJune 27, 2026
  • Weekly Social Media ThreadJune 27, 2026
  • Which Mnet Label would win and which one would lose the most?June 27, 2026
  • What is this?June 27, 2026
  • Had a really enjoyable Korean mealJune 27, 2026
  • China and Russia Send More Than 10 Military Aircraft Into South Korea’s Air Defense ZoneJune 27, 2026
  • Price of parenthood: South Koreans spend big on enrichment to get kids aheadJune 27, 2026
  • Cheering children surrounding a U.S. soldier as he walks down a street in Seoul, following the re-entry of U.N. troops into the South Korean capital after fierce fighting to recapture the city from communist forces during the Korean War. (1950)June 27, 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