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  • Middle East tensions, delivery network failures squeeze Korean restaurant owners

    May 13, 2026
    in News
    Middle East tensions, delivery network failures squeeze Korean restaurant owners

    “During peak hours, it can take over an hour to complete a delivery. The food gets cold and customer complaints…

    fail, LG
  • Samsung Electronics, labor union fail to reach pay deal as strike looms

    May 12, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Samsung Electronics, labor union fail to reach pay deal as strike looms

    submitted by /u/self-fix2 [link] [comments]

    fail, Samsung, Samsung Electronics
  • “Mass Defections?” Around 1,300 People Power Party Members Declare Support for Democratic Party Daegu mayoral candidate Kim Boo-kyum | ‘광탈인가?’ 이번엔 1,300여 명이 국민의힘 탈당 ‘김부겸 지지 선언’

    May 12, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    “Mass Defections?” Around 1,300 People Power Party Members Declare Support for Democratic Party Daegu mayoral candidate Kim Boo-kyum | ‘광탈인가?’ 이번엔 1,300여 명이 국민의힘 탈당 ‘김부겸 지지 선언’

    Roughly 1,300 members of the People Power Party have withdrawn from the party and publicly declared their support for Kim…

    daegu, fail, Lawmakers, Politics
  • Japan Bobsled Federation chairman (also JOC vice president) used anti-Korean slur(조센징) in internal meeting after team failed to qualify for 2026 Olympics

    May 12, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    A Japanese sports official, who also serves as vice president of the Japan Olympic Committee (JOC), used a racial slur…

    fail, Japan, Koreans
  • Ruling party fails to push through constitutional amendment bill amid opposition boycott

    May 8, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Ruling party fails to push through constitutional amendment bill amid opposition boycott

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

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  • Parliament fails to pass constitutional amendment bill amid PPP boycott

    May 7, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Parliament fails to pass constitutional amendment bill amid PPP boycott

    submitted by /u/moderate-Complex152 [link] [comments]

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  • Gojong’s 1905 letter to US president found after 121 years

    May 6, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Gojong’s 1905 letter to US president found after 121 years

    The original copy of Korean Emperor Gojong’s 1905 letter to U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt was found last month at the…

    fail, Japan, Seoul
  • Aespa ticket sales are also way less than last year

    May 6, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Obviously it’s still early but it was much harder to get tickets last year than for this tour. I think…

    BTS, fail
  • I’ve been craving kimchijeon so bad lately😭

    May 6, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I really miss the ones my mom used to make. Back in Korea it was like a whole ritual, every…

    fail, Kimchi
  • gopchang never fails!

    May 3, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    gopchang never fails!

    https://preview.redd.it/036k2di78yyg1.jpg?width=2000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2e1fadc9157582d5e19cdad32bd04f439fdf4a28 i eat gobchang literally every week but it never gets boring XD submitted by /u/New_Way_1565 [link] [comments]

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  • What are the “little things” from your bias that instantly make your day better?

    May 3, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    We all have those big moments like comeback teasers or concert announcements that get us hyped, but lately, I’ve been…

    fail, Stress
  • Is making shelf-stable tteok from scratch feasible?

    May 2, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I get that the standard way to store homemade garaetteok is by freezing, but Yopokki has produced shelf-stable instant tteok.…

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  • Does Korea have any alternative fashion culture, similar to punk, or just alt movements in general? Need help making a good representation for Korean OC

    May 2, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Does Korea have any alternative fashion culture, similar to punk, or just alt movements in general? Need help making a good representation for Korean OC

    I’m trying to write a Korean character who’s rebellious. But I don’t know much about Korea except for some standard…

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  • 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
  • Perigee Aerospace Reattempts Rocket Launch After Failure Reshaped Its Philosophy

    Apr 30, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    submitted by /u/self-fix2 [link] [comments]

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  • Failure to Nurture Young Skilled Workers Will Collapse Manufacturing

    Apr 29, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Failure to Nurture Young Skilled Workers Will Collapse Manufacturing

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

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  • HYBE is prioritizing their groups going viral so much to the point where it’s harming their artistry

    Apr 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    To start, this isn’t meant to be a hate post at all. I enjoy songs from all of the groups…

    fail, Perspectives
  • While watching MJ biopic, It hit me why there isn’t a Kpop Idol Biopic? I think there should be. Who do Guys is most suitable for it? Boa?Rain? Even JYP or YG?

    Apr 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I am really curious about Kpop industry from inside and usually Biopic about an artists give you better idea what…

    fail, history
  • Korean teen in the U.S.: Should I keep my Korean citizenship or become an American citizen?

    Apr 26, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Hi everyone, I’m 18 (turning 19 soon), a Korean citizen and U.S. green card holder. I moved to the U.S.…

    Advice, Curiosity, fail, family, Korean Military, Military, Parents, study
  • Once taboo, now on view: Seoul debuts major queer art exhibition

    Apr 24, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Once taboo, now on view: Seoul debuts major queer art exhibition

    In Korea, queer culture is still often treated as a social taboo, remaining mostly at the margins of public discourse.…

    Celebrity, fail, history, LG, LGBTQ+, Perspectives, Question, Seoul, 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
  • Believe it or not, it’s only a minority of ENGENES

    Apr 20, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Yeah, we get it. Heeseung left, the fandom spiraled, ENGENES acted beyond weird. Water is freaking wet! The callouts were…

    Discussion, fail, Japan, LG, travel
  • Yunho of ATEEZ: The Fox at the Frontier

    Apr 20, 2026
    in Feeds
    Yunho of ATEEZ: The Fox at the Frontier

    Subject: Jeong Yun-ho (윤호 / Yunho) · Member of ATEEZ · KQ EntertainmentGroup: ATEEZ (에이티즈) · Managed by KQ Entertainment, Seoul, South…

    apology, BTS, fail, history, Japan, K-pop, Korean Art, Seoul, Teenager, Tokyo
  • Educational question regarding kpop idols

    Apr 12, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    ​ What is the educational level from most idols? Since most started training very young, does that mean they only…

    fail, Korean Language, Question
  • People Power Party in free fall

    Apr 5, 2026
    in News
    People Power Party in free fall

    The latest polling from Gallup Korea offers more than a snapshot of shifting public opinion. It delivers a stark warning…

    Democracy, fail, Warning
  • FTC penalizes LS Group affiliate over subcontracting violations

    Apr 2, 2026
    in News
    FTC penalizes LS Group affiliate over subcontracting violations

    Korea’s antitrust regulator has ordered Sunwoo Co., a construction and maintenance affiliate of industrial conglomerate LS Group, to correct its…

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  • Fertilizer crisis hits farmers as Iran war disrupts supply

    Mar 27, 2026
    in News
    Fertilizer crisis hits farmers as Iran war disrupts supply

    HANOI, Vietnam — Farmers around the world are feeling the squeeze of the Iran war. Gas prices have shot up…

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  • Gov’t proposes revision disclosing EV battery manufacturer, country of origin

    Mar 22, 2026
    in News
    Gov’t proposes revision disclosing EV battery manufacturer, country of origin

    Customers will soon be able to check key information of batteries when purchasing an electric vehicle (EV), such as the…

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  • USTR launches investigations into S. Korea, 59 other economies over failure to ban forced labor-linked imports

    Mar 13, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    USTR launches investigations into S. Korea, 59 other economies over failure to ban forced labor-linked imports

    submitted by /u/Disastrous-Star-9451 [link] [comments]

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  • Blackpink’s Deadline era, the successes and challenges.

    Mar 6, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    So we are officially a week into Blackpink’s Deadline era and its a good time to reflect on what the…

    BTS, fail, KT
  • Ai in Kpop or art in general, how far can u tolerate?

    Feb 27, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Working in the tech security field, I see AI as an indispensable tool. In my line of work, we use…

    fail, Question
  • Seize Your K-Pop Dream: 2026 Audition Opportunities Await!

    Feb 20, 2026
    in Feeds
    Seize Your K-Pop Dream: 2026 Audition Opportunities Await!

    Photo Credits: SM Entertainment. SM 글로벌 오디션 포스터 [사진=SM엔터테인먼트] Unleash Your Star Power: Master 2026 K-Pop Auditions for SM &…

    fail, Japan, K-pop, Tokyo
  • “Claiming ‘Fewer Multi-Homeowners Won’t Raise Jeonse or Rents’… Joo Jinwoo Asks President Lee, ‘Then Why Did They Rise Throughout Your Term?’”

    Feb 18, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    “Claiming ‘Fewer Multi-Homeowners Won’t Raise Jeonse or Rents’… Joo Jinwoo Asks President Lee, ‘Then Why Did They Rise Throughout Your Term?'”

    Lee: “A decrease in multi-homeowners will push up jeonse and monthly rents? That is unreasonable” Joo Jinwoo: “A Lee-style ‘hereditary…

    fail, Seoul, Social Media
  • Cremation rate nears 95%; facility shortage feared amid rapid aging

    Feb 15, 2026
    in News
    Cremation rate nears 95%; facility shortage feared amid rapid aging

    The cremation rate in South Korea continues to be on a steady rise, data showed Sunday, prompting concerns over potential…

    Busan, fail, Seoul
  • 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
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Latest Korean News

  • How a picture book helped a troubled student find her wayNovember 14, 2026
    At an interview for a Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education… Read more: How a picture book helped a troubled student find her way
  • Medical school prep at age 4? Korean math tutor calls it ‘child abuse’November 14, 2026
    Click here for more articles by Kormedi.com. A prominent Korean… Read more: Medical school prep at age 4? Korean math tutor calls it ‘child abuse’
  • Coach says S. Korea must improve ‘in every aspect’ following loss to Saudi ArabiaNovember 13, 2026
    AL RAYYAN, Qatar — Robert Moreno, temporary head coach of… Read more: Coach says S. Korea must improve ‘in every aspect’ following loss to Saudi Arabia
  • S. Korea fall to Saudi Arabia in football for 1st time in 21 yearsNovember 13, 2026
    AL RAYYAN, Qatar — South Korea fell to Saudi Arabia… Read more: S. Korea fall to Saudi Arabia in football for 1st time in 21 years
  • Trump may view OPCON transfer as path to US troop withdrawal: expertsNovember 13, 2026
    WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump seems to view an… Read more: Trump may view OPCON transfer as path to US troop withdrawal: experts

Latest Community Feeds

  • Korean sodium intake — Why Traditional Diets May Trigger Stroke RisksNovember 15, 2026
  • Why do some fans treat the idea of “giving them a good song (or a hit)” as taboo?November 15, 2026
  • Best food to pair with makgeolli?November 15, 2026
  • Just tried soju for the first timeNovember 15, 2026
  • Had my first authentic Dakhanmari in Dongdaemun! Even after simmering piping hot, the chicken stayed super meaty and tender. Toss some fresh garlic chives into the dipping sauce—packed with what I think is perilla flavor—and you literally can’t stop eating.November 15, 2026
  • Late autumn Sunday morning after the rain, Seoul 🍂November 15, 2026
  • Songs where the MV version is superior to the album versionNovember 14, 2026
  • As a person who is lowkey nosy, Tell me how did your fandom ended up hating on that particular ex member/s?November 14, 2026
  • Hanwha to Build Korea’s First 10,000-Pound Thrust Jet EngineNovember 14, 2026
  • Listen and make your own song with SunoNovember 14, 2026
  • Intl kpop stans should stop sleeping on RIIZENovember 14, 2026
  • Trying a korean rice drink. Hmart or Lotte for malted barley flour?November 14, 2026
  • My lunch today, definitely stuffedNovember 14, 2026
  • Does anybody struggle with mental health?November 14, 2026
  • I’m so sorry for the tourists who complain Korean foods are too sweetNovember 14, 2026
  • Anyone knows the brand of this candy?November 14, 2026
  • Anyone knows the brand of this candy?November 14, 2026
  • Do you think the Grammys will have a segment where all the Asian Pop Nominees will performNovember 14, 2026
  • [Discussion] What is the true root cause behind K-pop idols’ mental health struggles, hiatuses, and the ‘exploitation’ narrative on social media?November 14, 2026
  • Why do kpop groups tend to last longer than western groups?November 14, 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