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  • Bird flu in Brazil hikes wholesale chicken prices in Korea

    May 19, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Bird flu in Brazil hikes wholesale chicken prices in Korea

    Kyochon’s signature sweet and spicy fried chicken served in a basket South Korea has suspended chicken imports from Brazil following…

    Food Safety, Pork, Scandal, Seoul
  • Judge Ji Guyoun’s face clearly visible in the whistleblower’s photo. The location is a high-end escort bar in Gangnam, Seoul.

    May 14, 2025
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    Judge Ji Guyoun’s face clearly visible in the whistleblower’s photo. The location is a high-end escort bar in Gangnam, Seoul.

    (Translator’s note: Judge Ji Guyoun is in charge of the martial law-related trial of former President Yoon Suk-yeol, who was…

    Controversy, Democracy, korean democracy, martial law, Scandal, Seoul, Sex
  • About the Soojin references and the rebranding of Idle

    May 6, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m gonna be honest here, and I also want to specify that I’m a Idle fan, so that I don’t…

    purpose, Scandal
  • Not hating on (G)I-DLE, but I’m really disappointed at them

    May 2, 2025
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    *BIG DISCLAIMER We don’t really know what happened behind the scenes, this is just my opinion based on what was…

    Scandal
  • Woori Financial wins approval for Tongyang, ABL Life acquisition

    May 2, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Woori Financial wins approval for Tongyang, ABL Life acquisition

    Woori Financial Group’s headquarters in Seoul Woori Financial Group Inc., South Korea’s fourth-largest financial services provider, has received conditional approval…

    Samsung, Scandal, Seoul
  • Kpop idols that didn’t gaf when they got hate bombarded

    Apr 29, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Are there any idols that just did not care at all when they got hate bombarded for doing something K-pop…

    apology, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Scandal
  • Itzy fell off … but how did it happen???

    Apr 28, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m not an Itzy hater. While I’m not a Midzy either, I’ve casually listened to them since their debut, and…

    K-pop, Scandal
  • The difference in kpop stans now vs the past

    Apr 21, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    This passage is mostly just going to be about my personal experiences, especially as somebody who’s been in the K-pop…

    BTS, K-pop, Scandal
  • K-pop fans genuinely need to learn what PR is.

    Apr 11, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    PR (Public Relations) exists—and I feel like a lot of K-pop fans forget that. I’m not saying every idol is…

    K-pop, K-pop Fans, Scandal
  • do fandom cleanses actually work? if so how?

    Apr 9, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    usually when a fandom gets out of hand or becomes too toxic, fans will start to urge a fandom cleanse…

    Ewha, K-pop, Scandal, Sex
  • Kpop theories that i think might be true

    Apr 1, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    When I say K-pop theories, I mean Theories or something that you think might happen in the K-pop industry, even…

    K-pop, K-pop industry, Scandal
  • K-pop exports boom as lifting of Chinese ban on K-wave looms large

    Mar 31, 2025
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    K-pop exports boom as lifting of Chinese ban on K-wave looms large

    BTS concert in Busan, South Korea in October 2022 (Courtesy of Yonhap) Exports of Korean popular music, or K-pop albums…

    BTS, Busan, Japan, K-pop, KT, Military, Scandal, Seoul, Sex
  • Proposing a scandalous new concept for a group: non-parasocial

    Mar 31, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I just thought it’d be funny if a new group came out and their concept was non-parasocial. Like when introducing…

    Scandal
  • K-DIDDY: Kim Soo-hyun Scandal UPDATES

    Mar 27, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    K-DIDDY: Kim Soo-hyun Scandal UPDATES

    Just a few hours ago the legal representative of Kim Sae-ron’s family held a press conference and released photos of…

    apology, family, Kakao, netizens, Scandal, Stress
  • What K-pop scandals do you wish you could’ve been a fly on the wall for?

    Mar 26, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I am an extremely nosy person, and nothing drives me up the wall more than K-pop scandals that are so…

    K-pop, Question, Scandal
  • How kpop fans treat legit scandals is weird

    Mar 26, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’m not trying to get too deep into anything. Wanna keep this very surface level. I’ve stanned nct for a…

    Scandal
  • A-IDOL survival show is actually a great idea

    Mar 23, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Recently a new survival show was announced that will feature six girl groups that supposedly “lost their shine”. It will…

    Scandal
  • Hypocrisy at its finest: Rep. Lee Chul-gyu’s son caught in drug scandal while dad plays moral police

    Mar 21, 2025
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    Hypocrisy at its finest: Rep. Lee Chul-gyu’s son caught in drug scandal while dad plays moral police

    So now 국민의힘 Rep. Lee Chul-gyu is saying he’s “deeply sorry” that his son was caught trying to pick up…

    Crime, family, Scandal, Seoul
  • What are the worst kpop scandals/crimes?

    Mar 17, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Basically the title. Some of the scandals I’m aware of are burning sun, BAP’s Himchan’s sexual assault case(s), 2NE1’s Park…

    Crime, Military, Scandal, Sex, sexual assault
  • Liking Music Shouldn’t Be a Moral Debate.

    Mar 15, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I saw a tweet that said, “As a woman, you need to have at least one girl group that you…

    Discussion, fail, Feminism, K-pop, Peace, Scandal, Sex
  • MagnaChip Latest Financial Report and Other Important Updates

    Mar 14, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Hey guys, if you missed it, this week MagnaChip announced its Q4 financial report with stronger-than-expected earnings (Good for them,…

    Scandal
  • Kim Soo-hyun Scandal

    Mar 13, 2025
    in Community, Feeds
    Kim Soo-hyun Scandal

    South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun, 37, is embroiled in controversy following allegations of a six-year relationship with the late actress…

    Controversy, Military, Scandal
  • I really don’t know where to post this – but here are my observations on non-OT13 Carats

    Mar 5, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I literally cannot post this anywhere, even on r/seventeen. Please do be civil and respect those who are OT11. Like…

    apology, Controversy, Discussion, family, Koreans, Scandal
  • Woori Financial CEO Yim Jong-yong should stay for governance: FSS chief

    Feb 19, 2025
    in Feeds, News
    Woori Financial CEO Yim Jong-yong should stay for governance: FSS chief

    FSS Governor Lee Bok-hyun (second from right) gives an opening speech at a meeting of Korean bank chiefs on Feb.…

    Scandal
  • What is going on with G-Dragon recently?

    Feb 11, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    As someone who’s not necessarily familiar with G-Dragon, I’ve been seeing a lot of backlash recently, especially since the 2024…

    Scandal
  • Magnachip’s $3M Settlement Update + Exploring Buyers Like Samsung & LG

    Feb 10, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Hey there, if there are some Magnachip investors here, I have some updates for you on the settlement they recently…

    Discussion, LG, Samsung, Scandal
  • I am suddenly finding kpop idols cringe .

    Feb 6, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ll explain myself better but the other day I randomly read on a social media a google doc with all…

    purpose, Scandal, Sex, Social Media
  • iKON Bobby’s premarital pregnancy scandal is what actually sank the group

    Jan 20, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Title. After B.I’s scandal, iKON was surging again in popularity after participating in Mnet’s Kingdom but then Bobby’s premarital pregnancy…

    Scandal
  • How important is the image of a chaebol?

    Jan 19, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I’ve never seen chaebols getting into drug scandals, DUI or being party animals. How much of this is them covering…

    Scandal
  • do people still fw ravn from oneus??????

    Jan 18, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    im genuinely wondering because i assumed nobody did because his whole situation was so crazy, but i am also not…

    KT, Scandal
  • The idea of “Growing out of K-Pop” from a now casual fan.

    Jan 17, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Sorry if this is a little ranty, this is my first post and I wanted to discuss a topic that…

    K-pop, LG, Scandal, Stress
  • I think there surely was election fraud (by People’s Power Party, NOT by Democractic Party)

    Jan 16, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    (Note: Reposted due to title that I don’t think that being accurate.) It’s not the fraud during the ballot count.…

    Democracy, martial law, Peace, Scandal
  • Everything happening to T.O.P. is extremely unfair

    Jan 16, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    Former BIGBANG member T.O.P. appeared in the second season of Squid Game, but was notably excluded from promotional videos alongside…

    Peace, Scandal, Sex, Sexual Harassment
  • Do you guys have an interest in a Music-only K-Pop subreddit?

    Jan 11, 2025
    in Community, Feeds

    I took a break from Reddit since late 2022 because it simply became way too much for me to handle.…

    Discussion, K-pop, Scandal
  • If Machine Gun Kelly ever decides to get into a feud with a K-pop artist, which ones should he avoid the most?

    Jan 5, 2025
    in Community

    For those who don’t know Machine Gun Kelly (MGK) is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and actor. One thing he…

    K-pop, Question, Scandal
  • Regarding De:Va and their scandals and their future debut

    Jan 2, 2025
    in Community

    I know that De:Va’s pre-debut introduction to the world has been very rocky but I genuinely hope that they get…

    BTS, Celebrity, Crime, K-pop, K-pop Fans, Kia, KT, Scandal, Teenager
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Latest Korean News

  • Bird flu in Brazil hikes wholesale chicken prices in KoreaMay 19, 2025
    Kyochon’s signature sweet and spicy fried chicken served in a… Read more: Bird flu in Brazil hikes wholesale chicken prices in Korea
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    The TPD offshore wind farm in Tien Giang Province, Vietnam… Read more: Vietnam, gateway for SK Group’s global renewable energy push
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    Philly Shipyard in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (Courtesy of Hanwha Group) Hanwha… Read more: Hanwha Philly Shipyard to localize LNG builds, expand capacity
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    Commercial for Classys’ beauty device Shurink Universe (File photo by… Read more: Bain Capital sells 6% stake in Korea’s Classys via block deal for $163 million
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    Creator Town Seogyo (Courtesy of Local Stitch)  An auction for… Read more: Bid heats up for IGIS-owned co-living building in Seoul

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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