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  • Repeating past military mistakes

    Mar 4, 2026
    in News
    Repeating past military mistakes

    Repeating past military mistakes

    Military
  • Iranians in Korea express mixed reactions to death of Khamenei

    Mar 3, 2026
    in News
    Iranians in Korea express mixed reactions to death of Khamenei

    The Iran that Park Si-ma remembers was once described as the “Paris of the Middle East,” a place where women…

    Military, Seoul, Shopping
  • N. Korea ships 33,000 containers of weapons to Russia: Seoul

    Mar 1, 2026
    in News
    N. Korea ships 33,000 containers of weapons to Russia: Seoul

    North Korea is believed to have shipped some 33,000 containers of military supplies, including weapons and ammunition, to Russia as…

    Military, North Korea, Seoul, Ukraine
  • Finance minister warns of heightened market volatility amid Iran crisis

    Mar 1, 2026
    in News
    Finance minister warns of heightened market volatility amid Iran crisis

    Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol said Sunday that heightened military tensions surrounding Iran are expected to increase volatility in global financial…

    Military, Seoul
  • ALPHA DRIVE ONE — ‘Burning Road’: The K-pop Vanguard Redefining Speed, Style, and Soul

    Mar 1, 2026
    in Feeds
    ALPHA DRIVE ONE — ‘Burning Road’: The K-pop Vanguard Redefining Speed, Style, and Soul

    Photo Credits: Harper’s Bazaar Korea + WAKEONE Entertainment The Turning Point of ALD1 K-pop loves a story of reinvention —…

    Discussion, Fame, Japan, K-pop, Military, purpose, Seoul, Stress, Tokyo
  • NK leader’s sister confirmed to serve as director of ruling party’s general affairs department

    Feb 28, 2026
    in News
    NK leader’s sister confirmed to serve as director of ruling party’s general affairs department

    Kim Yo-jong, the powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, was confirmed to have taken the post of director…

    Military, North Korea
  • Anthropic CEO says it ‘cannot in good conscience accede’ to Pentagon’s demands for AI use

    Feb 27, 2026
    in News
    Anthropic CEO says it ‘cannot in good conscience accede’ to Pentagon’s demands for AI use

    WASHINGTON — Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said Thursday that the artificial intelligence company “cannot in good conscience accede” to the…

    Military, purpose, Social Media
  • Army conducts live-fire drills involving AI-based combat engineering vehicles

    Feb 26, 2026
    in News
    Army conducts live-fire drills involving AI-based combat engineering vehicles

    The Army on Thursday staged live-fire drills involving combat engineering vehicles equipped with artificial intelligence (AI) and topped with remote…

    Military
  • Reflection Post: I’m Not Really A Big Kpop Fan Anymore

    Feb 25, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I am not really a big Kpop fan anymore mainly because I took breaks to focus on more important things…

    BTS, Military
  • China imposes export controls on 20 Japanese entities to curb ‘remilitarization’

    Feb 24, 2026
    in News
    China imposes export controls on 20 Japanese entities to curb ‘remilitarization’

    BEIJING — China has prohibited the export of dual-use items to 20 Japanese entities that it says supply Japan’s military,…

    Japan, Military
  • S. Korean Embassy advises Korean nationals to leave Iran amid possible U.S. military strike

    Feb 23, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    S. Korean Embassy advises Korean nationals to leave Iran amid possible U.S. military strike

    The South Korean Embassy in Iran on Monday advised Korean nationals in the Middle Eastern country to leave it when…

    Donald Trump, Koreans, Military, travel
  • (4th LD) Lee, Brazil’s Lula agree to elevate bilateral ties to strategic partnership

    Feb 23, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    (4th LD) Lee, Brazil’s Lula agree to elevate bilateral ties to strategic partnership

    SEOUL, Feb. 23 (Yonhap) — President Lee Jae Myung and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva agreed to elevate…

    Discussion, Justice, Korean House, Military, North Korea, Peace, Politics, Seoul, Social Media
  • Do you think the last third gen groups will start becoming inactive within the next few years?

    Feb 23, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Lots of third gen groups have become inactive within the last few years, & there’s only a few groups I…

    BTS, Military
  • HD Hyundai proves edge with quick delivery of Philippine warship

    Feb 23, 2026
    in News
    HD Hyundai proves edge with quick delivery of Philippine warship

    Shipbuilding giant HD Hyundai Heavy Industries has delivered a newly constructed patrol vessel to the Philippine Navy five months ahead…

    Hyundai, Military
  • how do stats-obsessed fans find enjoyment in kpop… doesn’t it get tiring?

    Feb 21, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    this is kind of referencing a now-deleted post talking about this being a “big year for kpop” cuz of the…

    BTS, Military, Nvidia
  • Japan PM Takaichi warns of China ‘coercion’, vows security overhaul

    Feb 20, 2026
    in News
    Japan PM Takaichi warns of China ‘coercion’, vows security overhaul

    TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi warned of growing Chinese “coercion” in her first post-election speech to parliament on…

    Japan, Military, North Korea, Tokyo, World War
  • Korea mulls joining NATO initiative to fund weapons for Ukraine

    Feb 20, 2026
    in News
    Korea mulls joining NATO initiative to fund weapons for Ukraine

    South Korea is reviewing whether to join a NATO initiative to help finance the purchase of U.S. weapons for Ukraine,…

    Discussion, Military, Seoul, Ukraine
  • “NIS Confirms Far Right YouTuber Ko Sung guk Influenced Attacker of President Lee” | “국정원, 李대통령 테러범에 극우 유

    Feb 18, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    “NIS Confirms Far Right YouTuber Ko Sung guk Influenced Attacker of President Lee” | “국정원, 李대통령 테러범에 극우 유

    The National Intelligence Service said on the 12th that, in relation to the 2024 attack on President Lee Jae myung…

    Discussion, Military
  • From coastal defense to ocean power: Why South Korea needs nuclear-powered submarines

    Feb 17, 2026
    in News
    From coastal defense to ocean power: Why South Korea needs nuclear-powered submarines

    The focus of national security is shifting from territorial defense to maritime capabilities. Factors like sea lines of communication, energy…

    Military, Peace
  • Iran meets UN nuclear watchdog in Geneva ahead of more US talks

    Feb 17, 2026
    in News
    Iran meets UN nuclear watchdog in Geneva ahead of more US talks

    GENEVA — Iran’s top diplomat met with the head of the U.N. nuclear watchdog agency Monday, ahead of a second…

    Donald Trump, Military
  • Park Bo-gum and Kim Tae-ri bring ‘kind variety’ shows to local communities in Korea

    Feb 15, 2026
    in News
    Park Bo-gum and Kim Tae-ri bring ‘kind variety’ shows to local communities in Korea

    Actors known for their work in films and dramas are stepping into a new genre — so-called “kind variety” programs…

    Military
  • Jungkook’s Hublot Era: THE NEIGHBOR March 2026 Cover Star 

    Feb 14, 2026
    in Feeds
    Jungkook’s Hublot Era: THE NEIGHBOR March 2026 Cover Star 

    Photo Credits: The NEIGHBOR. Hublot. BigHit Music Jungkook of BTS graces the March 2026 issue of The NEIGHBOR, South Korea’s premier…

    BTS, family, Gen Z, K-pop, Military, Seoul
  • Something that I found impressive about Seventeen

    Feb 14, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    I was binging Salon Drip S2 Episodes on YouTube and— (28:38) Hoshi: Yes, one of the reasons we’re busy is…

    Military
  • BTS Takes Over 15 GQ Covers: Epic 2026 Comeback Unveiled

    Feb 14, 2026
    in Feeds
    BTS Takes Over 15 GQ Covers: Epic 2026 Comeback Unveiled

    Photo Credits: BigHit Music BTS dominates the March 2026 GQ issue across 15 countries, marking their first OT7 pictorial in…

    BTS, germany, Japan, K-pop, KT, Military, purpose, Stress, Suga
  • Ex-drone commander removed from office over martial law involvement

    Feb 12, 2026
    in News
    Ex-drone commander removed from office over martial law involvement

    The former chief of the Drone Operations Command has been removed from office Thursday in disciplinary action over his involvement…

    martial law, Military, North Korea, Punishment
  • What Are The Chances of ZB5 Having Success?

    Feb 12, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Looking at how ZB1 is only continuing with 5 members (Jiwoong, Hanbin, Matthew, Taerae, and Gunwook) – this is going…

    Japan, Military
  • About 180 military personnel identified as involved in Yoon’s martial law bid

    Feb 12, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    About 180 military personnel identified as involved in Yoon’s martial law bid

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

    martial law, Military
  • 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
  • Chinese ambassador pays tribute to Gwangju uprising victims at nat’l cemetery

    Feb 6, 2026
    in News
    Chinese ambassador pays tribute to Gwangju uprising victims at nat’l cemetery

    GWANGJU — Chinese Ambassador to South Korea Dai Bing visited a national cemetery in the southwestern city of Gwangju on…

    Democracy, Han Kang, Military, National Cemetery
  • Song Kang returns from military service to star in music K-drama ‘Four Hands’

    Jan 26, 2026
    in News
    Song Kang returns from military service to star in music K-drama ‘Four Hands’

    Song Kang is set to return to television following his military discharge, headlining tvN’s upcoming drama “Four Hands” alongside Lee…

    K-drama, Military
  • Banks race to win over military customers to secure lifelong clients

    Jan 23, 2026
    in News
    Banks race to win over military customers to secure lifelong clients

    Shinhan Bank, Hana Bank and the Industrial Bank of Korea (IBK), selected as operators for the third phase of the…

    Military
  • Trump demands ‘immediate’ Greenland talks but rules out force

    Jan 22, 2026
    in News
    Trump demands ‘immediate’ Greenland talks but rules out force

    DAVOS, Switzerland — President Donald Trump demanded immediate talks on acquiring Greenland in a hardline speech at Davos Wednesday, but…

    Donald Trump, Military
  • Military advised to adopt RFID system in handling firearms to prevent accidents

    Jan 21, 2026
    in News
    Military advised to adopt RFID system in handling firearms to prevent accidents

    The military has been advised to swiftly adopt a radio frequency identification (RFID) system in handling firearms in a bid…

    identification, Military
  • Greenlanders put faith in Europe’s troops and US Congress

    Jan 17, 2026
    in News
    Greenlanders put faith in Europe’s troops and US Congress

    NUUK — Greenlanders were putting cautious hope in all-out efforts to contain U.S. President Donald Trump’s designs on their Arctic…

    Donald Trump, germany, Lawmakers, Military
  • Capture of Maduro

    Jan 12, 2026
    in News
    Capture of Maduro

    President Donald Trump last week announced that the U.S. had captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro after launching an attack on…

    Donald Trump, Military, Peace
  • Government Misses Defense Payments Despite Massive Borrowing from Bank of Korea

    Jan 8, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    Government Misses Defense Payments Despite Massive Borrowing from Bank of Korea

    The government’s failure to pay some defense costs on time last year has come under scrutiny as it was revealed…

    Controversy, fail, history, martial law, Military, request
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    More than 200 people with criminal records worked as sports… Read more: Over 200 people with criminal records worked as sports coaches from 2020-2024: audit
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    Before they play their first regular-season game together in Korea… Read more: Australian shortstop impressed with KBO teammate for Korea
  • Iranian model in Korea explains why some Iranians seem happy about strikes on TehranMarch 4, 2026
    For Hoda Niku, an Iranian living in Korea, the same… Read more: Iranian model in Korea explains why some Iranians seem happy about strikes on Tehran
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    ILULISSAT, Greenland — Fisherman Helgi Áargil no longer knows what… Read more: ‘It’s too warm’: Greenland’s fishermen are under threat from climate change

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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