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  • Tesla asks Samsung, SK Hynix to supply HBM4 chip samples

    Nov 19, 2024
    in News
    Tesla asks Samsung, SK Hynix to supply HBM4 chip samples

    Tesla’s cyber truck displayed at Korea’s Future Innovation Tech Expo 2024 in Daegu on Oct. 23, 2024 (Courtesy of News1…

    automotive, daegu, Nvidia, request, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix
  • Can Koreans understand a Jeju dialect?

    Nov 17, 2024
    in Community

    I’m a foreigner living in Korea. And I came with my other foreigner friend who does not speak Korean. I…

    Busan, daegu, Jeju, Koreans, travel
  • Foreigners of Korea: Please Do NOT Accept Free Tickets to the Gracias Choir’s Christmas Cantata (CULT)

    Nov 11, 2024
    in Community
    Foreigners of Korea: Please Do NOT Accept Free Tickets to the Gracias Choir’s Christmas Cantata (CULT)

    The Gracias Choir was created by the cult church, Good News Mission Church—infamous for verbal/physical abuse, arranged marriages, and more.…

    Busan, daegu, Daejeon, family, Seoul
  • Hotel Shilla to open 16th Shilla Stay in Jeonju

    Nov 8, 2024
    in News
    Hotel Shilla to open 16th Shilla Stay in Jeonju

    South Korea’s Hotel Shilla, said on Thursday that it will open its 16th Shilla Stay hotel in Jeonju, North Jeolla…

    daegu, Jeju, Seoul
  • Coupang posts record quarterly sales, swings to Q3 operating profit

    Nov 6, 2024
    in News
    Coupang posts record quarterly sales, swings to Q3 operating profit

    Coupang is South Korea’s largest e-commerce platform operator Coupang Inc., South Korea’s answer to global e-commerce giant Amazon.com, posted its…

    Coupang, daegu, Rocket Delivery
  • KB Asset Management to list Balhae Infrastructure Fund

    Nov 1, 2024
    in News
    KB Asset Management to list Balhae Infrastructure Fund

    South Korea’s KB Asset Management Co. said on Friday it plans to list its KB Balhae Infrastructure Fund.  Launched in…

    Busan, daegu
  • Shinsegae Group splits E-Mart, department store with executive reshuffles

    Oct 30, 2024
    in News
    Shinsegae Group splits E-Mart, department store with executive reshuffles

    South Korea’s retail giant Shinsegae Group on Wednesday carried out one of its most drastic executive reshuffles, officially splitting the…

    Busan, daegu, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, Seoul, Shopping
  • Twenty-something female away fans lead Korean baseball craze

    Oct 17, 2024
    in News
    Twenty-something female away fans lead Korean baseball craze

    Female baseball fans at Jamsil Baseball Stadium in Seoul on July 12, 2024 (File photo by Hyung-taek Lim) South Korea’s…

    daegu, Kia, Samsung, Seoul
  • A closed-down, indoor zoo in Daegu, Korea, leaves 271 animals, including Lions, trapped in horrendous conditions. Warning: Animal Abuse

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community, Feeds
    A closed-down, indoor zoo in Daegu, Korea, leaves 271 animals, including Lions, trapped in horrendous conditions. Warning: Animal Abuse

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

    daegu, Warning
  • I hiked up the summit of apsan mountain in Daegu 🏔️

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community, Feeds
    I hiked up the summit of apsan mountain in Daegu 🏔️

    submitted by /u/Even_Daikon_4029 [link] [comments]

    Apsan Mountain, daegu
  • Daegu – I‘m surprised how many shops and food there is in the center, I love it 🙂

    Oct 13, 2024
    in Community, Feeds
    Daegu – I‘m surprised how many shops and food there is in the center, I love it :)

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

    daegu, Korean Food
  • How big exactly are cults in Korea?

    Oct 12, 2024
    in Community, Feeds
    How big exactly are cults in Korea?

    With the whole kpop company drama, the Shinzo Abe murder issues, and the Daegu COVID cases a few years back,…

    daegu
  • Lee Hwang

    Aug 7, 2024
    in History, People
    Lee Hwang

    Introduction to Lee Hwang Lee Hwang (퇴溪 李滉), regarded as one of Korea’s foremost Confucian scholars of the 16th century,…

    Affinity, Curiosity, daegu, Discussion, family, Historical Figure, history, Joseon, Korean History, Question, study
  • HI Investment & Securities changes its name to iM Securities

    Aug 6, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    HI Investment & Securities changes its name to iM Securities

    HI Investment & Securities Co. was rebranded as iM Securities after it held an extraordinary shareholders’ meeting at its headquarters…

    daegu, history, Korean Comapny, Seoul
  • Hanyang Securities stake draws bids without sale manager

    Jul 24, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Hanyang Securities stake draws bids without sale manager

    Hanyang Securities’ headquarters in Yeouido, Seoul Hanyang Securities Co. has received preliminary bids from four to five South Korean companies…

    daegu, Korean Comapny, Question, Seoul, Tokyo
  • Samsung Elec calls for C-Lab Outside applications

    Jul 22, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Samsung Elec calls for C-Lab Outside applications

    Samsung Electronics Co. announced on Monday that it will enlist startups to participate in its external startup incubation program C-Lab…

    daegu, Korea Jobs, Korean Robotics, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, Seoul
  • Affinity-backed SSG.COM offers first voluntary redundancy

    Jul 5, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Affinity-backed SSG.COM offers first voluntary redundancy

    Money-losing SSG.COM, once the most popular online shopping mall in South Korea, is asking some of its employees to volunteer…

    Affinity, Coupang, daegu, fail, Korea Jobs, Lotte, Naver, Shopping
  • Hyundai, Hanwha in uphill battle vs Japan for A$11 billion frigate deal

    Jun 14, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Hyundai, Hanwha in uphill battle vs Japan for A$11 billion frigate deal

    A 1,500-ton landing ship (from the top), a 3,400-ton frigate and a 2,200-ton deepwater guard ship built by HD Hyundai…

    daegu, germany, Hyundai, Japan, Korean Comapny, Korean Technology, purpose, request
  • Daedong completes S.Korea’s largest rooftop solar power plant

    Apr 26, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Daedong completes S.Korea’s largest rooftop solar power plant

    Rooftop solar power plant at S-Factory in Daegu, South Korea South Korea’s Daedong Mobility announced on Friday that it has…

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Latest Korean News

  • Half of economists forecast 1% growth range for KoreaJanuary 25, 2026
    More than half of economic experts expect Korea’s economic growth… Read more: Half of economists forecast 1% growth range for Korea
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    Prime Minister Kim Min-seok has met with Korean leaders and… Read more: PM meets Korean leaders, residents in New York
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    Pianist Kim Kang-tae, 29, has won third prize at the… Read more: Pianist Kim Kang-tae wins 3rd prize at Liszt Piano Competition Utrecht
  • Kim, Vance establish hotline to prevent misunderstandings over Coupang issueJanuary 25, 2026
    In a meeting with U.S. Vice President JD Vance, Prime… Read more: Kim, Vance establish hotline to prevent misunderstandings over Coupang issue

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  • Could you be fined for AI content? What to know about Korea’s latest technology law.January 25, 2026
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  • Lee withdraws nomination for budget minister amid controversy over personal issues | Yonhap News AgencyJanuary 25, 2026
  • Soy sauce marinated crab and shrimp — this is my ultimate comfort food. Anyone else?January 25, 2026
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  • “President Lee is pro-China, South Korea is Venezuela”… Coupang investors request US interventionJanuary 24, 2026
  • How It Gradually Gets Overlooked as Time Goes By…January 24, 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