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  • North Korea's Infrastructure Disappears Amid Loan Dispute North Korea dismantles streetlights along the Gyeongui Line Railway and Donghae LineMinistry of Unification asserts North Korea’s obligation to repay for projects under loan agreementsLast year, mines were installed along these railways and roads On the 18th, the South Korean Ministry of Unification revealed North Korea dismantled dozens of streetlights on the Gyeongui Line and […]
  • U.S. Divided: Lawmakers Split on South Korea's Nuclear Intentions U.S. Prioritizes ChinaDesires Nuclear Non-ProliferationPresidential Prerogative It came as a shock when U.S. Republican Senator Lindsey Graham recently suggested that provocations from North Korea could lead to nuclear armament in South Korea and Japan. Graham believes it is time for both South Korea and Japan to consider their independent nuclear programs. It is currently assumed […]
  • U.S.-South Korea Joint Drills vs. North Korea's Airborne Forces U.S.- South Korea Joint Aerial Infiltration ExerciseComparison with North Korean Airborne Forces“North Korea Lacks Confidence in Aerial Warfare” It was revealed that the Republic of Korea Army Special Warfare Command (SWC) conducted a joint aerial infiltration exercise with the U.S. Special Operations Command Korea (SOCKOR) at Osan Air Base in Gyeonggi Province on the 18th. […]
  • What's Up with North Korea? Kim Jong Un Scraps Day of the Sun Celebration North Korea reduces references to “Day of the Sun”Kim Il Sung’s birthday, the biggest holidayKim Jong Un attempts to elevate his status Every year around April 15th, North Korea holds grand celebrations to commemorate Kim Il Sung’s birthday, known as the Day of the Sun. These celebrations contribute to the legitimization of the Baekdu bloodline. […]
  • Special Reception for China's Official: Kim Jong Un's Gesture Sparks Speculation North Korea’s special reception for China’s 3rd-ranking officialKim Jong Un: What does it mean for potential talks with President Xi? North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has been making headlines for his special reception of the third-ranking official from China visiting Pyongyang. On the 12th, Zhao Leji, the Chairman of the Standing Committee of the […]
  • Kim Jong Un's Warning: More War Preparedness Needed Than Ever North Korea’s Kim Jong Un Visits Kim Jong Il Military Academy and Guides on SiteTop Military Education Institution in North KoreaEmphasizes Thorough Preparation for War On April 10th, the day of the 22nd general election, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was active in public, visiting an educational institution that trains operatives. The Workers’ Party […]
  • Business Class to Disappointment: Passenger's Experience on Korean Air Flight Recently, a passenger who flew business class on Korean Air claimed he was treated differently from other passengers, sparking a debate in online communities. According to a post on the online community Diesel Mania, a man in his 30s purchased a business class seat worth 2.3 million won for a comfortable journey on Korean Air […]
  • National Debt Reaches Historic Highs, Prompting Concerns The 2023 fiscal year national accounts report has revealed a national debt of $816.7B with a fiscal deficit of $63B . On the 11th, the government reviewed and approved the 2023 fiscal year national accounts report. According to the report, last year’s national debt reached a record high of $816.7 billion. The fiscal deficit, a […]
  • USTR Takes Aim at Korea's High Network Usage Fees The U.S. Trade Representative’s Office (USTR) claimed that mentioning network usage fees benefits Korean competitorsTwitch withdrew because of the network usage fees South Korea’s network usage fees are criticized for being particularly high compared to other countries. The US has raised concerns, calling it anti-competitive. The U.S. Trade Representative’s Office (USTR) recently published a National […]
  • Kim Jong Un's Vision for North Korea: A Glimpse Into the New Smart City The construction site of the second phase of North Korea’s version of a “new city,” the Hwasong District, has been unveiled. Kim Jong Un also visited to draw attention. According to North Korea’s state-run media, the Korean Central News Agency, Kim Jong Un visited the construction site of 10,000 households in the second phase of […]
  • Crypto Scandal: Terraform Labs Co-Founder Loses SEC Lawsuit Do Kwon, the CEO of Terraform LabsLoses a civil lawsuit filed by the SECHigh possibility of extradition to the U.S. On the 5th, a Manhattan jury found that Terraform Labs and its co-founder Do Kwon were responsible for the civil fraud charges filed by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Previously, the SEC filed […]
  • From Novice to Pro: How AI Trading Bots are Transforming Crypto Investment Cryptocurrency AI Trading BotSuitable for novice investorsOffers stability and convenience When you want to invest in cryptocurrency and make money but don’t know which one to invest in, an AI trading bot can be a helpful guide. A self-proclaimed cryptocurrency novice sought guidance on investing in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Dogecoin but found the trading […]
  • North Korea's Unusual Move: Replacing Airfields with Smart Farms Three greenhouse farms in North KoreaWhy were Air Force bases transformed into smart farms? North Korea operates three large-scale greenhouse farms, converted into smart farms to cultivate vegetables using advanced technology and systems effectively. These projects are so significant at the national level that Kim Jong Un personally visited them during their inauguration. A common […]
  • From IT to Tree Surgeon: The Rise of Certified Arborists in South Korea While people can go to the hospital when sick, trees don’t have that luxury. They often die from their ailments unless a tree doctor steps in. This profession has been gaining popularity recently. According to JoongAng Ilbo, Seung Eon Lee, a tree doctor, used to work in the IT industry. He switched his career to […]
  • Naver's Founding Members: Where Are They Now? The founder of Naver, Korea's No. 1 portal, is Lee Hae-jin, a global bookie investor (GIO). Everyone thinks he founded Naver by himself, but there were seven other founders behind him...
  • Soldiers Abandoned: Inside Look at the Harsh Reality Facing Military Leaders In South Korea’s military structure, soldiers mean those holding ranks above lieutenant and below commander. They essentially command soldiers and oversee operations, intelligence, transportation, and other military specializations. While they are required to have high levels of education, character, and responsibility, they have traditionally been highly respected and admired in Korean society. However, the popularity […]
  • Kim Jong Un's War Drums: Expert Predicts Yellow Sea Battlefield Researcher Carlin: “Kim Jong Un Engaged in War Preparations” Predicts Military Conflict in the Yellow Sea Official Position of Our Ministry of Defense? Stimson Center Over 70 years have elapsed since the armistice of the Korean War. An assertion has been made by an expert from the United States suggesting that North Korea, a divided […]
  • THIS Child to Become a $700 Million Record Contract Holder in U.S. $1 Billion Man Shohei Ohtani, With Ex-Basketball Player WifeSet for MLB Korea Opener March 20-21 A world-renowned sports star with a name that means “to live quietly while gaining fame” visited Korea. “Sho” means to fly, and ‘Hei’ means peace, a name Shohei Ohtani’s father gave him. Whether it’s due to his name or not, […]
  • Return of the 'North Korean Ronaldo': Han Kwang Song Resurfaces After Three-Year Absence Han Kwang-song, North Korea’s unique football talent, has rejoined the North Korean national team after being missing for three years On the 19th, the North Korean soccer team arrived in Tokyo, Japan, via Haneda Airport for the third round of the 2026 FIFA North and Central America World Cup Asia 2nd Round Qualifiers. This event […]
  • North Korea's Kim Jong Un Boosts Public Morale with Gifts and Military Display North Korean Leader Kim Jong UnGifts Tractor to Ryanggang Province, Rides New TankWhy Does He Continue His Active Moves? On the 28th of last month, he attended the groundbreaking ceremony to construct the Sungcheon National Industrial Factory in Pyeongan South Province, included in the “Local Development 20X10” policy. He announced, “I am sorry that we […]
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