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  • Insiders are now claim Son Heung-min benched because of defiant to Hong command for team press-conference despite boycotting the media after the military duty mocking

    Jul 2, 2026
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    Source: Jin Jong-oh alleges Hong Myung-bo benched Son Heung-min, Lee Jae-sung after clash over media boycott If this is the…

    Military, Politics, Son Heung-min
  • South Korea Confirms Han Seong-Sook as Second Female Prime Minister

    Jun 30, 2026
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    South Korea Confirms Han Seong-Sook as Second Female Prime Minister

    South Korea’s National Assembly has confirmed Han Seong-sook as the country’s new prime minister, making her only the second woman…

    Naver, Politics, Question
  • Neocons of Korea

    Jun 30, 2026
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    Neocon Generation (New Conservative Generation) It is a political term referring to men of late millennial generation and generation Z…

    daegu, Discrimination, Ewha, Feminism, history, Japan, Koreans, Politics, Seoul, Survey
  • Global BTS conference to explore next chapter of Korean wave

    Jun 30, 2026
    in News
    Global BTS conference to explore next chapter of Korean wave

    As K-pop juggernaut BTS enters a new era following the release of its latest album, “ARIRANG,” scholars from around the…

    BTS, Japan, K-pop, Politics
  • Aside from losing, how else can HMB get taken off?

    Jun 26, 2026
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    EDIT – I just saw the petition to remove HMB. I PRAY TO GOD THIS WORKS but knowing Korea/governments/politics in…

    Politics
  • World Cup – why the disgraceful performance.

    Jun 25, 2026
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    World Cup brings together all different kinds of fans who don’t necessarily follow football regularly or know the players individually.…

    history, Politics
  • “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
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    “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
  • How did Korea become developed so fast and could another country replicate that?

    Jun 21, 2026
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    So i know South Korea became very industrialised and developed very fast with little natural resources and today boasts a…

    Hyundai, Politics, Samsung
  • Veteran journalist of 30 years appointed presidential communication secretary

    Jun 21, 2026
    in News
    Veteran journalist of 30 years appointed presidential communication secretary

    Seong Ghi-hong, the new presidential secretary for public relations and communication, is a veteran newswire journalist with 30 years of…

    North Korea, Politics, Pyongyang
  • Is it valid to say that KATSEYE is a comforting group?

    Jun 20, 2026
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    I think they’re my ult rn, despite not being K-pop, but not because of the music and performances they released,…

    Ewha, K-pop, Politics, Sex
  • Frustration with an ‘unfair’ society, not right-wing politics, drives Korea’s angry young voters

    Jun 12, 2026
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    Frustration with an ‘unfair’ society, not right-wing politics, drives Korea’s angry young voters

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

    Politics
  • The use of k-pop idols/ symbolism in politics

    Jun 2, 2026
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    I’m gonna start this saying that I of course understand that everything and and every action is political. I don’t…

    BTS, Discussion, K-pop, Politics, Question, Social Media
  • Lee to hold press conference on June 8 marking 1st anniversary of inauguration

    May 27, 2026
    in News
    Lee to hold press conference on June 8 marking 1st anniversary of inauguration

    President Lee Jae Myung will hold a press conference early next month marking the first anniversary of his inauguration, a…

    Politics, Question
  • Korea to Ease 24-Hour School Zone Speed Limits, Standardize Beach Parasol Fees -SE Daily

    May 24, 2026
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    First Phase of National Normalization Project 164 Unrealistic Practices and Rules Under Review Disclosure of Opaque Officetel Management Fees Considered…

    Politics
  • Happy Birthday, Buddha!

    May 24, 2026
    in News
    Happy Birthday, Buddha!

    My column is to offer praise and thanksgiving for Buddha’s birthday, celebrated on May 25 this year. It’s also to…

    LG, Politics
  • “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
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    “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
  • Went down a rabbit hole about 3rd-gen Chinese idols after seeing Kuanlin’s video

    May 6, 2026
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    Today I saw a video of former /Current? Wanna One member Lai Kuanlin talking about his lingering feelings for Korea.…

    K-pop, K-pop industry, Korean Food, Politics
  • Happy Workers’ Day!

    May 1, 2026
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    Happy Workers’ Day!

    https://ws.or.kr/article/11676 On August 6, 1987, Hyundai Group chairman Chung Ju-yung appeared at Hyundai Heavy Industries. The “king chairman” personally stepped…

    Busan, Democracy, Economic Miracle, history, Hyundai, Military, Politics, Protest, Samsung, Seoul
  • Why Korea’s new religion bill is rattling Protestant churches

    Apr 18, 2026
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    Why Korea’s new religion bill is rattling Protestant churches

    A proposed South Korean bill that would sanction religious groups accused of systematic political intervention has sparked a fierce backlash…

    Busan, Controversy, Donald Trump, Japan, Lawmakers, martial law, Military, Politics, Protest, Punishment
  • ENHYPEN × Prada: New Blood, New Era

    Apr 16, 2026
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    ENHYPEN × Prada: New Blood, New Era

    Six young men. One Italian fashion house. A magazine that dares. And a generation that refuses to look away. Photography,…

    BTS, K-pop, Photography, Politics, Seoul
  • British politics today involve turbulence and change

    Mar 9, 2026
    in News
    British politics today involve turbulence and change

    In Britain, the small Green Party has won its first by-election. A by-election is held between general elections when a…

    Politics
  • Subreddit banned topics and banning policy

    Mar 7, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    Because links to the sidebar are unreliable on Apple, our banned topics and banning policy are collated here. Banned Topics:…

    Discussion, Politics, Sex, Warning
  • Global cooperation in a time of geopolitical disruption

    Feb 26, 2026
    in News
    Global cooperation in a time of geopolitical disruption

    CAPE TOWN – If there was any doubt remaining about the return of great-power politics, it has been dispelled by…

    Donald Trump, Politics
  • What kind of knowledge do you show Koreans that still get 2010s “you know Korea?” reactions

    Feb 23, 2026
    in Community, Feeds

    For me a lot of Koreans get really surprised at the memes I know, history or specific slang terms that…

    history, Koreans, Politics
  • (4th LD) Lee, Brazil’s Lula agree to elevate bilateral ties to strategic partnership

    Feb 23, 2026
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    (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
  • “Merger Failed Due to Democratic Party’s ‘Far-Right’… Provincial Committee ‘Eager’ for Cho Kuk to Run in Gunsan” | “민주당 극우 탓 합당 무산”…조국 군산 출마 도당 ‘간절’

    Feb 14, 2026
    in Community, Feeds
    “Merger Failed Due to Democratic Party’s ‘Far-Right’… Provincial Committee ‘Eager’ for Cho Kuk to Run in Gunsan” | “민주당 극우 탓 합당 무산”…조국 군산 출마 도당 ‘간절’

    Rebuilding Korea Party’s Jeong Do-sang: “Merger Failed Due to Democratic Party’s Power Struggles… We Will Contest Jeonbuk Governor Election” Jeong…

    Busan, Discussion, fail, Politics
  • 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
  • Building a middle power world order

    Feb 5, 2026
    in News
    Building a middle power world order

    FLORENCE – “Rupture” is a strong word, defined as “an instance of breaking or bursting suddenly or completely.” Yet it…

    Politics
  • Kpoppie Magazine Feb 2026 Editorial: Where K-Pop Meets Couture

    Jan 31, 2026
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    Kpoppie Magazine Feb 2026 Editorial: Where K-Pop Meets Couture

    Photo Credits:  Cosmopolitan China  Cube Ent Esquire Hong Kong TEAM WANG and 88rising Esquire Korea SM Ent KQ Entertainment egoENT Cosmopolitan Indonesia There’s a…

    Curiosity, Fame, Japan, K-pop, KT, LG, Politics, Seoul, Social Media, Tokyo
  • How Macron’s Davos sunglasses spoke to the politics of friction with Trump

    Jan 24, 2026
    in News
    How Macron’s Davos sunglasses spoke to the politics of friction with Trump

    PARIS — At the power gathering of world leaders in Davos, Switzerland, the reflective shades worn by French President Emmanuel…

    Donald Trump, Medical, Politics
  • US-SK nuclear submarine program a ‘serious threat’ to nonproliferation, warns Chinese state media

    Dec 24, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Chinese state media voiced concerns over plans by the US and South Korea to discuss building nuclear-powered submarines for South…

    Japan, LG, Military, Peace, Politics, Question, Stress, Warning
  • Any other politically liberal kpop stans worry their favs are conservative?

    Dec 20, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    My career is in politics -politics matter a lot to me. I see it as our moral compass. Idols generally…

    Politics, purpose
  • Nazi Germany donated copies of Mein Kampf to Seoul Imperial University in 1941 to teach Korean students “the great path of building a New World Order”

    Dec 15, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Nazi Germany donated copies of Mein Kampf to Seoul Imperial University in 1941 to teach Korean students “the great path of building a New World Order”

    This February 1941 Keijō Nippo article documents something that is rarely discussed in the history of colonial-era Korea: the active,…

    germany, history, Japan, Politics, Seoul, study
  • The Reason Why Korean Men Are Insecure About “🤏”

    Dec 6, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    The Reason Why Korean Men Are Insecure About “🤏”

    As someone deeply concerned about digital sexual crimes, dating violence, and structural discrimination against women in South Korea, I find…

    BBC, Controversy, Crime, Discrimination, family, Feminism, Korean Language, Koreans, LG, netizens, Politics, Protest, Question, Sex, Sexual Harassment, Stress
  • “The Taebaek Mountains”: The Ordeals and Lamentations of the Korean Peninsula — the Land of Three Thousand Ri(3):The beautiful illusion of the ‘Communist paradise’ and the hellish reality; revolution unfinished, beautiful dream awakened

    Dec 5, 2025
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    “The Taebaek Mountains”: The Ordeals and Lamentations of the Korean Peninsula — the Land of Three Thousand Ri(3):The beautiful illusion of the ‘Communist paradise’ and the hellish reality; revolution unfinished, beautiful dream awakened

    Contents The Background, Characteristics, and Influence of The Taebaek Mountains The Repeated “Changes of Flags” in Beolgyo-eup, South Jeolla Province:…

    Ancient Korea, BTS, Busan, Crime, Democracy, Discrimination, Ewha, fail, family, Feminism, history, Japan, Jeju, Korean History, Korean Military, Korean War, Koreans, LG, Military, North Korea, Peace, Politics, Prostitution, Pyongyang, Question, Sex, Sexual Harassment, travel
  • Anti-China sentiment grows in Korea, fueled by politics and sour relations

    Nov 26, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Anti-China sentiment grows in Korea, fueled by politics and sour relations

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

    Politics
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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