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  • Actress Hayoung’s ‘four generations of doctors’ brag backfired hard — the deeper history behind why Koreans are furious”

    Aug 18, 2026
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    Hi r/korea, I’ve been following the Hayoung (“하영”) family scandal closely and did my own write-up analyzing it — pulling…

    apology, Celebrity, Crime, Daejeon, family, Historical Figure, history, Japan, Korean History, Koreans, Medical, Old Korea, Punishment, Question, Scandal, Seoul, study, Survey, Tokyo
  • Daejeon police arrest 60s woman who roams naked with knife, wrecks eatery

    Aug 13, 2026
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    Daejeon police arrest 60s woman who roams naked with knife, wrecks eatery

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

    Daejeon
  • Why is South Korean actress Ha-young getting so much backlash from Koreans right now?

    Aug 12, 2026
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    Before getting into this, you need to understand a little bit of South Korean history so you can understand why…

    apology, Controversy, Crime, Daejeon, fail, family, history, Japan, Korean History, Korean Language, Koreans, Medical, Military, Parents, Question, Social Media, Tokyo
  • Do you think its offensive to TBL that people praised Ella (meovv) for having that ‘YG Blood’ in her despite being trained by TBL after they covered BP AIIYL in Gayo Daejeon Summer?

    Aug 10, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    As what I’ve heard TBL became an independent company last April 2026. TBL was YG subsidiary before. So, Teddy basically…

    Curiosity, Daejeon
  • What are your thoughts on NEXZ? Why they are not more popular?

    Aug 9, 2026
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    So, today while I was waiting for ATEEZ’s SBS Gayo Daejeon performance I have watched some of the other performances.…

    Daejeon
  • Scorching heat continues across nation; heavy rains forecast on eastern coast

    Aug 8, 2026
    in News
    Scorching heat continues across nation; heavy rains forecast on eastern coast

    Most parts of Korea were forecast to be sweltering under an extreme heat wave, as blistering heat was expected to…

    Daejeon, Seoul
  • “Anti Communist Latte” launched by cafe… criticized after promotional image shows South Korean flag incorrectly | ‘멸공라떼’ 출시 카페…태극기 4괘 잘못 그린 홍보물 뭇매

    Jun 23, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    “Anti Communist Latte” launched by cafe… criticized after promotional image shows South Korean flag incorrectly | ‘멸공라떼’ 출시 카페…태극기 4괘 잘못 그린 홍보물 뭇매

    A cafe in Daejeon drew criticism from internet users after releasing a drink called the “Myeolgong Latte” to mark the…

    Controversy, Daejeon, Korean War, LG, Military, Politics
  • Inside the net-zero push uniting Korea’s tire and auto parts giants

    Jun 22, 2026
    in News
    Inside the net-zero push uniting Korea’s tire and auto parts giants

    As global carbon regulations tighten and pressure mounts across supply chains, Hankook & Company Group is bringing its key affiliates…

    Daejeon
  • Hanwha Aerospace launches independent safety committee following fatal fire

    Jun 14, 2026
    in News
    Hanwha Aerospace launches independent safety committee following fatal fire

    Hanwha Aerospace, a defense affiliate of Hanwha Group, said Sunday it has launched an independent committee to oversee the company’s…

    Daejeon, Seoul
  • Nazi German delegation concluded Korea visit with tour of army boot camp at 공덕리 outside Seoul and final luncheon before departing for Manchuria (May 12, 1939)

    Jun 11, 2026
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    Nazi German delegation concluded Korea visit with tour of army boot camp at 공덕리 outside Seoul and final luncheon before departing for Manchuria (May 12, 1939)

    I am documenting the last portion of the newspaper coverage of a high-profile world tour by a Nazi German newspaper…

    Ancient Korea, Busan, daegu, Daejeon, germany, Japan, Korean Cuisine, purpose, Question, Seoul, study, Tokyo
  • Hanwha Aerospace vows full investigation into deadly explosion at Daejeon facility

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Hanwha Aerospace vows full investigation into deadly explosion at Daejeon facility

    submitted by /u/Beginning-Passion676 [link] [comments]

    Daejeon
  • Sungsimdang(성심당), Korea’s most legendary bakery in Daejeon

    Jun 1, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    submitted by /u/Guilty_Handle_4836 [link] [comments]

    Daejeon
  • Full list of S. Korean World Cup squad

    May 16, 2026
    in News
    Full list of S. Korean World Cup squad

    The following is the list of South Korean players named to the 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup…

    Daejeon, Hyundai, KT, Son Heung-min, Tokyo
  • Viral Bread Taxi turns Daejeon into Korea’s bakery pilgrimage capital

    May 16, 2026
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    Viral Bread Taxi turns Daejeon into Korea’s bakery pilgrimage capital

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

    Daejeon, LG
  • Native Teachers’ Union Seminar in Daejeon

    May 15, 2026
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    Native Teachers’ Union Seminar in Daejeon

    The Native Teachers’ Union will be hosting a seminar in Daejeon at the KCTU HQ on June 20th from 2-4…

    Daejeon, Discrimination, Discussion, Foreign Workers, Perspectives
  • Nazi leader Richard Foerster passionately preached Hitler’s teachings to Korean schoolchildren and gifted them signed photos of Hitler as they gave him a “Heil Hitler” salute on a train to Seoul (May 11, 1939)

    May 13, 2026
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    Nazi leader Richard Foerster passionately preached Hitler’s teachings to Korean schoolchildren and gifted them signed photos of Hitler as they gave him a “Heil Hitler” salute on a train to Seoul (May 11, 1939)

    In May 1939, Imperial authorities selected 29 of the best and brightest elementary schoolchildren from across Korea and “rewarded” them…

    Busan, daegu, Daejeon, Discussion, germany, Japan, Justice, Korean Cuisine, LG, North Korea, Peace, purpose, Question, Seoul, study, travel
  • Fetus dies after 29-week pregnant woman transferred from Cheongju to Busan amid hospital search delays

    May 2, 2026
    in News
    Fetus dies after 29-week pregnant woman transferred from Cheongju to Busan amid hospital search delays

    A 29-week pregnant woman in Cheongju was forced to wait more than three hours to find a hospital for emergency…

    Busan, Daejeon, request
  • Union wants foreign language teachers to know their rights

    May 1, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Union wants foreign language teachers to know their rights

    She broke her foot, and still had to go to work. While her students were busy taking a test, she…

    Busan, Crime, daegu, Daejeon, Discrimination, fail, Japan, Jeju, Koreans, KT, Minimum Wage, Seoul, Stress, study
  • “Chic expression ‘Neukgu bread,’ ‘Change Hanwha to the Wolves’”… Daejeon captured by ‘wolf fever’ | “늑구빵, 시크한 표정” “한화 ‘울브즈’로 바꿔라”…대전 ‘늑대 앓이’ 들썩

    Apr 20, 2026
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    “Chic expression ‘Neukgu bread,’ ‘Change Hanwha to the Wolves’”… Daejeon captured by ‘wolf fever’ | “늑구빵, 시크한 표정” “한화 ‘울브즈’로 바꿔라”…대전 ‘늑대 앓이’ 들썩

    https://www.news1.kr/local/daejeon-chungnam/6141982 Interest surrounding “Neukgu,” the wolf that escaped from Daejeon O-World Zoo and was captured after ten days, has not…

    Daejeon, request, Social Media, Tourism
  • Eyes Wide Open: MEOVV Owns the Cover — and the Era

    Apr 13, 2026
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    Eyes Wide Open: MEOVV Owns the Cover — and the Era

    *Photography courtesy of W Korea. Styling: W Korea Fashion Team. Cover feature: MEOVV (The Black Label, Capital Records US) —…

    BTS, Daejeon, Japan, K-pop, Photography, Seoul, Social Media
  • Aging candidate pool in superintendent race raises concerns over lack of younger leadership

    Apr 12, 2026
    in News
    Aging candidate pool in superintendent race raises concerns over lack of younger leadership

    With the June 3 local elections nearing, the superintendent race is drawing concern for its aging candidate pool, with most…

    Busan, daegu, Daejeon, Jeju
  • Searching for a recipe for a cake I tried at the famous sungsimdang bakery in Daejeon

    Mar 27, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Searching for a recipe for a cake I tried at the famous sungsimdang bakery in Daejeon

    I had the most amazing cake when I went to this bakery, it looked like a yellow Swiss roll cake…

    Daejeon, Naver
  • President’s approval rises in conservative strongholds ahead of local elections

    Mar 24, 2026
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    President’s approval rises in conservative strongholds ahead of local elections

    President Lee Jae Myung is securing higher approval ratings nationwide with atypical backing from conservative strongholds — a trend analysts…

    daegu, Daejeon, Local News, Seoul, Survey
  • 10 dead, 59 injured, 4 missing after massive fire engulfs auto parts factory in Daejeon, South Korea. Workers jumped from windows to escape. 200kg of sodium inside prevented firefighters from using water. Deadliest factory fire since 2024 lithium battery disaster.

    Mar 21, 2026
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    10 dead, 59 injured, 4 missing after massive fire engulfs auto parts factory in Daejeon, South Korea. Workers jumped from windows to escape. 200kg of sodium inside prevented firefighters from using water. Deadliest factory fire since 2024 lithium battery disaster.

    submitted by /u/jithinchandran7 [link] [comments]

    Daejeon
  • Administrative integration in disarray

    Mar 3, 2026
    in News
    Administrative integration in disarray

    The passage of the Jeonnam (South Jeolla Province)-Gwangju Special Administrative Integration Act through the National Assembly on March 1, led…

    daegu, Daejeon, Filibuster
  • Daejeon, South Chungcheong Leaders Demand Discarding Democratic Party’s ‘Bogus’ Integration Bill, Forming Bipartisan Committee

    Feb 25, 2026
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    Daejeon, South Chungcheong Leaders Demand Discarding Democratic Party’s ‘Bogus’ Integration Bill, Forming Bipartisan Committee

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

    Daejeon
  • IDID “Grow Freely”: XBlush’s February 2026 Cover Crowns K‑Pop’s Next Storytellers

    Feb 14, 2026
    in Feeds
    IDID “Grow Freely”: XBlush’s February 2026 Cover Crowns K‑Pop’s Next Storytellers

    Photo Credits: XBLUSH. Starship Entertainment Rising from “Debut’s Plan” to cover stars IDID’s XBlush Magazine February 2026 cover lands less…

    BTS, Daejeon, K-pop, purpose
  • Remains of 7 Jeju massacre victims missing for 77 years identified

    Feb 5, 2026
    in News
    Remains of 7 Jeju massacre victims missing for 77 years identified

    Seven sets of remains from the Jeju April 3 Uprising whose identities had been unknown for 77 years have been…

    Daejeon, Jeju, Peace
  • Daejeon in Korea Trip/ Travel

    Jan 30, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    submitted by /u/Few-Comparison-9987 [link] [comments]

    Daejeon, travel
  • President Lee’s Approval Rating at 53%… “Impact of Ruling Party Nomination Donation Allegations” [Realmeter] | 이 대통령 지지율 53%…“여권 공천헌금 의혹 영향” [리얼미터]

    Jan 19, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    President Lee’s Approval Rating at 53%… “Impact of Ruling Party Nomination Donation Allegations” [Realmeter] | 이 대통령 지지율 53%…“여권 공천헌금 의혹 영향” [리얼미터]

    President Lee Jae-myung’s approval rating for state affairs recorded 53.1%, turning to a downward trend for the first time in…

    Busan, Controversy, Crime, daegu, Daejeon, Japan, Seoul, Survey
  • Monthly Wrap-Ups: June, July, December; MMAs recap; 2025 Music Show Wins Recap

    Jan 8, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Hello, everyone! I’m back like a bad penny! I hope everyone had a lovely holiday season and a nice New…

    Daejeon, Japan, purpose, request
  • A full breakdown of live singing and lipsyncing at SBS Gayo Daejeon

    Dec 27, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    As some of you may have already seen, the cue sheet for SBS Gayo Daejeon was leaked. It outlines the…

    Daejeon, Fame, KT
  • These faces define the ‘visual standard’ for K-pop girl groups

    Dec 26, 2025
    in News
    These faces define the ‘visual standard’ for K-pop girl groups

    Three leading visuals of Korea’s fourth-generation girl groups — Jang Won-young of IVE, Karina of aespa and Sullyoon of NMIXX…

    Daejeon, K-pop, Social Media
  • Context regarding the “Winter was ignored by the fans” controversy at the Gayo Daejeon red carpet

    Dec 26, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    So, there are some edited videos making rounds here on Reddit about Winter supposedly being ignored by MYs at the…

    Controversy, Daejeon, K-pop, Scandal, Seoul, travel
  • Did the SBS Gayo Daejeon Raffle Change??

    Dec 2, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Has the raffle that SBS does for free tickets always been “Koreans only”? I know foreigners have their own benefits…

    Daejeon, Koreans
  • Daejeon man faces murder charges for dragging driver while drunk

    Nov 28, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Daejeon man faces murder charges for dragging driver while drunk

    One of the most gruesome deaths Ive heard about in a while. I really don’t understand why the korea justice…

    Crime, Daejeon, driver, Justice
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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