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The Cause of Food Shortage in North Korea?

Published on 2013-05-23 20:55:00

North Korea is often described as having the fourth largest military on the planet. That’s quite an accomplishment for a country of 24 million but the numbers are achieved at the expense of quality and sustainability. The 950,000 personnel in the a

Nuclear Reactors more valuable than human lives?

Published on 2013-05-22 20:39:00

Experts commissioned by the operator of a Japanese nuclear plant that faces possible closure because of a suspected active seismic fault say a decision should wait, citing insufficient data. Operator Japan Atomic Power Co. disputes that view. The dec

Yasukuni : Arlington = Abe : Obama

Published on 2013-05-21 19:41:00

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe likened the Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo, which houses the remains of Japan's war dead including convicted World War II criminals, with the Arlington National Cemetery in the US. 14 convicted World War II criminals are

Is China seeking regime-change in North Korea?

Published on 2013-05-20 21:11:00

The sudden reduction in aggressive rhetoric and actions by North Korea has led to suggestions that Pyongyang has realized it has pushed its only ally in the region to the brink of severing its friendship. Intelligence sources have stated that Beijing

Hashimoto’s unacceptable words

Published on 2013-05-19 23:17:00

Remarks by Osaka Mayor Toru Hashimoto on Japan’s wartime military sex slave system have once again raised serious questions about his nationalistic views and his understanding of human rights. Hashimoto claimed that the sex slave system was necessa

Kenneth Bae begins 15 years hard labour in North Korea

Published on 2013-05-15 20:52:00

Bae, a US citizen of Korean descent, was arrested for attempting to overthrow the state. He entered the “special” prison on Tuesday. A statement from North Korea accused Bae of giving anti-Pyongyang lectures in China and having infiltrated about

North Korea shutdown Kaesong complex because of Chocopies?

Published on 2013-05-14 19:54:00

Because North Korea shutdown the Kaesong Industrial Complex, South Korean investors lost a lot of money. However, North Korea also received a lot of damages. One of the risks North Korea face now in withdrawing everybody is the 50,000 people who left

Difference between Germany and Japan.

Published on 2013-05-13 20:43:00

In their search for justice that has endured for decades, the biggest challenge Nazi hunters face is time. The knowledge that war criminals are escaping prosecution through death by natural causes means their task has never been more pressing. Germa

Let’s change North Korea through the Korean Peninsula Trust Process

Published on 2013-05-12 20:03:00

South Korean President Park Geun-hye and US President Barack Obama agreed never to tolerate North Korean threats and provocations, stressing that such bad behavior will only deepen Pyongyang's own isolation. Park made the remarks during a joint news

South Korea-US alliance 'a linchpin for peace' in Asia

Published on 2013-05-09 19:39:00

South Korean President Park Geun-hye wrapped up her first visit to the United States on Thursday after reaffirming the two countries are firmly united against threats from North Korea and are committed to upgrading their six-decade-old alliance. Park

7 Things North Korea Is Really Good At

Published on 2013-05-08 20:28:00

Foreign Policy wrote an article about “7 Things North Korea Is Really Good At.” The 7 things that North Korea is good at are building tunnels, counterfeiting U.S. dollars, hacking, doing more with less, cheap labor, massive and coordinated displa

A Conscientious voice in Japan

Published on 2013-05-07 19:41:00

Despite Japan’s recent efforts to distort history and deny the sexual slavery of comfort women, there are conscientious voice in Japan opposing these efforts. At a church in the Fukushima prefecture, there is a comfort women statue. This is a repli

Park Geun Hye visits the US

Published on 2013-05-06 21:17:00

South Korean President Park Geun-hye arrived in Washington on Monday for her first summit with President Barack Obama and a speech before a joint session of Congress. Park flew in from New York, where she held talks with South Korean-born U.N. Secret

Japanese government spiraling out of control

Published on 2013-05-05 19:53:00

Japan marked for the first time Sunday the end of the allied occupation of the country following its defeat in World War II. The Japanese imperial couple, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and about 390 lawmakers, prefectural governors and government officia

North Korea, a Prison without Bars

Published on 2013-05-02 19:39:00

In North Korea, the Constitution provides for "freedom of religious belief"; the Democratic People's Republic of Korea is an atheist state. North Korea is officially an atheist state, and government policy continues to interfere with the individual's

How long will Japan keep romanticizing their invasions?

Published on 2013-05-01 20:26:00

Each country has its own stance on different issues. We should not let these things affect diplomatic relations?Yoshihide Suga, the Japanese government spokesperson said that the shrine visits and donations are private and should not affect diplomacy

The international society blasts Japan’s extreme nationalism

Published on 2013-04-30 19:43:00

Shinzo Abe, Japan’s prime minister, has never hidden his nationalistic streak. After four months in office during which such politically sensitive issues had taken a back seat to his popular efforts to stimulate the economy, Mr Abe’s rightward-fa

Japan forced comfort women into sexual slavery

Published on 2013-04-29 19:36:00

Japanese government denies that there is no evidence that Japan is not responsible for the compulsory mobilization of comfort women. However, this is wrong. The United States Office of War Information report of interviews with 20 comfort women in Bur

Even Japanese media are blasting the Yasukuni visits

Published on 2013-04-28 23:10:00

The revival of Yasukuni Shrine visits presents a serious diplomatic setback for Tokyo. The costs have been high and the benefits hard to find. More importantly, it reveals the reactive nationalisms afoot in Northeast Asia that are dangerous and unpre

Japan is an unconscientious nation

Published on 2013-04-25 19:31:00

Japanese war crimes occurred in Korea, China, and other Asian countries during the period of Japanese imperialism, primarily during World War II. Some of the incidents have been described as an Asian Holocaust. Most war crimes were committed by milit

North Korea must give up its nukes if it wants food aid

Published on 2013-04-23 19:15:00

Koreans and nearby Mongolians share an ancient ethnic and lingual heritage, and now it appears North Korea is hoping those ties will help them borrow a bit of needed butter and sugar. The ambassador from Pyongyang to Ulan Bator officially has claimed

Kim Jong-un, a leader who just went through puberty

Published on 2013-04-22 23:09:00

Le Monde described Kim Jong un as an adolescent who just got through puberty. The defiant behavior of a boy going through puberty naturally solves itself, but Kim Jong-un’s defiance seems to be a never ending disease. If it won’t cure naturally,

We have to save North Koreans

Published on 2013-04-21 19:40:00

Communism is a revolutionary socialist movement to create classless, moneyless, and stateless social order structured upon common ownership of the means of production as well as a social, political, and economic ideology that aims at the establishmen

The protracted comfort women issue

Published on 2013-04-18 19:17:00

The Japanese ambassador to South Korea said that a statue of a young girl erected in front of the embassy in Seoul to commemorate comfort women drafting into service as sex slaves to the Japanese military was “not helping to solve problems in Japan

Kim Jong-un falls victim to mockery

Published on 2013-04-17 19:55:00

Kim Jong-un just might be the most famous face on the Internet. He’s a fixture on social media feeds, often depicted as characters like Russell from the animated kid’s movie “Up” and a wrestler named “Kim Jong Un-dertaker.” Thanks to a ha

BBC "North Korea undercover"

Published on 2013-04-16 19:22:00

In late March, with a group of students attending the London School of Economics, an undercover BBC journalist named John Sweeney surreptitiously entered North Korea, where he and a cameraman filmed segments for an upcoming documentary. When LSE offi

North Korea’s trouble-making behavior must cease

Published on 2013-04-15 19:13:00

Premier Li Keqiang warned Pyongyang to stop being provocative yesterday as China and the US renewed their commitment to ridding the Korean Peninsula of nuclear weapons. His remarks, which stopped short of mentioning North Korea or leader Kim Jong-un

The need to counter North Korea’s missile threats through the ROK-US alliance

Published on 2013-04-14 21:14:00

North Korea currently possesses an ample supply of Rodong, Scud missiles, which threats the Korean peninsula. Especially the Musudan missile has a range reaching up to 3000km. If North Korea were to use the Musudan, Japan would be within the range. J

North Korea’s attempt to pressure the international community

Published on 2013-04-11 19:47:00

The shrill rhetoric from Pyongyang seems to presage impending war on the Korean peninsula, but North Koreans are living their everyday life. North Korean officials have warned diplomats that they cannot guarantee their safety in the capital. However,

North Korean army 'split' over Kim Jong-un

Published on 2013-04-09 19:26:00

North Korea has issued a catalog of alarming threats against the South and the United States in the past several weeks, sharpening its rhetoric after the U.N. Security Council imposed stricter sanctions for Pyongyang's latest underground nuclear test

North Korea takes but does not give

Published on 2013-04-08 20:10:00

On Sept 19, 2005 the six-party talks drafted a peaceful resolution regarding the security concerns as a result of the North Korean nuclear weapons program. North Korea had agreed to shut down its nuclear facilities in exchange for aid and stepped tow

Is North Korea on the brink of war?

Published on 2013-04-07 23:19:00

The US will deploy a missile- defense system to Guam in coming weeks as a “precautionary move” against North Korea’s ballistic missile threat. This deployment will strengthen defense capabilities for American citizens in the U.S. territory of G

North Korea attacking the US?

Published on 2013-04-04 20:38:00

Even by its own aggressive standards, North Korea’s actions over the past couple of weeks have been extraordinary. Kim Jong-un, the country’s young dictator, has threatened the US with nuclear Armageddon, promising to rain missiles on mainland Am

China expresses regret at North Korea restarting nuclear plant

Published on 2013-04-03 19:56:00

China's Foreign Ministry expressed regret that North Korea will restart all nuclear facilities, including its shuttered Yongbyon nuclear reactor. Tensions on the peninsula have soared in recent days, with Pyongyang on Friday ordering missile units to

North Korea Is Not Even Close To Hitting The US With A Nuke

Published on 2013-04-02 19:39:00

As North Korea continues to talk of war against their neighbor to the south, they've also started to threaten the United States, saying that "thermonuclear war" may be on the horizon. Reality, yet again, is not on the side of Pyongyang. The North Kor

North Korea is incapable for a full-scale war!

Published on 2013-04-01 20:45:00

The U.S. Navy is shifting a guided-missile destroyer in the Pacific to waters off the Korean peninsula in the wake of ongoing rhetoric from North Korea. The USS McCain is capable of intercepting and destroying a missile, should North Korea decide to

North Korea has no justification or cause to their provocations!

Published on 2013-03-31 19:54:00

I have no idea how North Korea was able to inform the UN Security Council of impending danger of nuclear war on Korean Peninsula, claiming that the US and the ROK is responsible for the current circumstance.The recent events were all created by North

North Korea warns of 'simmering nuclear war'

Published on 2013-03-28 19:57:00

North Korea has again threatened war against South Korea and the US, saying conditions for a simmering nuclear war have been created on the peninsula. North Korea openly informed the UN Security Council that the Korean Peninsula now has the conditio

North Korea at No. 1 Combat Readiness Status

Published on 2013-03-27 19:00:00

North Korea does not have the capability to start a full-scale war with the US and the ROK. In order to conduct a total war, a country needs to have combat rations, oil, munitions, and other military stock piles. North Korea, however, is devoid of th

China, tired of North Korea?

Published on 2013-03-26 19:52:00

North Korea, China's longtime ally, has vexed Beijing for years with its rocket launches, nuclear tests, kidnapping of Chinese fishermen and other erratic behavior. Yet, Beijing has run interference at the United Nations to temper punishments against

Japanese locals open a memorial service commemorating comfort women

Published on 2013-03-25 20:24:00

On March 23rd, some 100 Japanese locals of Yonaguni island have opened a memorial service commemorating comfort women who were sexually enslaved by the Japanese imperial army. On 1944, Japan created 17 comfort women posts when it was anticipated that

Cyber warfare between the two Koreas

Published on 2013-03-24 21:20:00

South Korea will push to increase its cyber warfare forces to more than 1,000 to enhance preparedness against an unprovoked attack, as this week's massive hacking highlighted the potential danger of cyber terror by North Korea. It may seem unlikely t

Change in China’s attitude towards North Korea

Published on 2013-03-22 00:23:00

Stopping illicit money flows are a key part of the sanctions imposed on North Korea in response to its February 12 nuclear test. China is Pyongyang's sole diplomatic and economic ally, although it negotiated the latest sanctions with Washington and h

A North Korean Version of Operation Linebacker II

Published on 2013-03-20 21:23:00

The United States said it was flying training missions of nuclear-capable B-52 bombers over South Korea, in a clear signal to North Korea at a time of escalating military tensions. The flights - part of annual joint South Korea-US military exercises

N Korean video imagines attack on Washington

Published on 2013-03-19 23:31:00

North Korea has produced a new propaganda video portraying a simulated attack on the White House and the US Capitol Building in Washington DC. The four-minute video, entitled "Firestorms will rain on the Headquarters of War", was posted Monday on the

North Korea's obstinance will no longer work

Published on 2013-03-18 19:57:00

"They bang the spoon on the table and then suddenly they get food aid. Or they get other concessions. And then they come back to the table and negotiate a little bit, and then if they get bored they start- provocative actions again. We've broken that

US imposes additional sanctions on North Korea

Published on 2013-03-17 19:40:00

The US Treasury Department has added its own financial sanctions against North Korea to ones recently imposed by the UN Security Council. The new measures are expected to have major repercussions. The department included North Korea's Foreign Trade B

North Korea overreacts to ROK-US exercise by surge in air force sorties

Published on 2013-03-15 19:27:00

North Korean jet fighters have flown an unprecedented number of sorties in recent days in apparent response to a joint ROK-US military exercise. The number of sorties by fighter jets and helicopters peaked at 700 on the day Key Resolve exercise was l

US issues new sanctions on North Korea

Published on 2013-03-14 20:32:00

The Obama administration reacted with new sanctions and blunt warnings to North Korea's declaration that it had completely scrapped the 1953 armistice that ended the Korean War. Sharpening the tension on the peninsula, the North Korean regime declare

International Cooperation for Sanctions on North Korea

Published on 2013-03-13 19:46:00

In order for the sanction on North Korea to be effective, international cooperation is essential, and China needs to take a more active role in making the UN security council resolution effective. Even if the US and the international community impose

North Korea must take responsibility for nullifying armistice

Published on 2013-03-12 20:01:00

State Department spokeswoman Victoria Nuland characterized North Korea's statement on pulling out of the Korean War armistice as dangerous rhetoric, and not action. She called the statement concerning but said its impact was unclear. She claimed the

What is there to gain for North Korea?

Published on 2013-03-11 20:48:00

North Korea canceled the armistice agreement that brought a cease-fire to the Korean War, and threatened to destroy South Korea or turn Seoul into a sea of fire. North Korea vowed to cancel any agreements made between the two Koreas starting today, M

UN Security Council denounces North Korea's nuclear test

Published on 2013-03-11 00:06:00

The UN Security Council ordered new economic sanctions (sanctions 2094) against North Korea on Thursday for its third nuclear test last month, unanimously approving a resolution that the US negotiated with China, the North Korea's greatest protector.

Chicken game between two Koreas

Published on 2013-03-10 00:26:00

Have you seen chickens fighting each other? They have a tendency to go at it until one is seriously injured.Actually, the game of chicken has a long history. Prof. John Nash was a mathematician who developed game theory. For this, he won the Nobel Pr

Wy North Korea is turning up the heat again - Key Rsolve Exercise

Published on 2013-03-06 18:45:00

North Korea has vowed to disregard the 1953 truce that ended the Korean War, in response to South Korea's joint military drills with the US. North Korea has threatened to cancel the truce that ended the Korean War if South Korea continues its joint m

Japanese rock band kills comfort women twice

Published on 2013-03-05 22:48:00

A group of South Korean women forced into wartime sexual slavery by Japan filed a defamation suit Monday against a little-known, far-right Japanese rock band for calling them prostitutes. An album containing a song with the allegedly defamatory lyric

K-Food, the reason why Americans want to visit Korea

Published on 2013-03-04 22:56:00

Over the recent five years, the number of Americans who want to visit Korea increased. I thought that this may have to do with Psy's Gangnam Style, but according to a survey done by the the Korea Tourism Organization done on 464 Americans, of the 91%

North Korea tries to win back defectors to maintain regime stability

Published on 2013-03-03 20:05:00

Another North Korean defectors had returned to North Korea. North Korea held a press conference for the couple and their daughter on the 24th as well as four other female defectors who defected to South Korea and returned to North Korea. Ko Kyung-hee

South Korea's Park Seeks Dialogue With North

Published on 2013-02-27 19:55:00

South Korea's new conservative president, Park Geun-hye, has used her inaugural address to send a mixed message to Pyongyang about her approach to dealing with long-running tensions on the Korean peninsula.She demanded that the North abandon nuclear

Japanese medic veteran's whistle-blowing

Published on 2013-02-26 19:21:00

While Abe administration is denying the compulsory mobilization of comfort women, a Japanese veteran who served in the Japanese army as a medic testified against Abe's claims. Matsumoto Masayoshi, now 91 years old, claim that he managed the comfort w

LiveLeak.com - Special show for the inauguration of the new Korean president.

Published on 2013-02-26 17:13:00

LiveLeak.com - Special show for the inauguration of the new Korean president.

North Korea passes on Kippumjo for three generations

Published on 2013-02-25 19:37:00

Children learn from their fathers. Kim Jong-un is no different. He is just like his father when it comes to their sex addiction. When Kim Jong-un came to power, he recruited his own Pleasure Squad. The Pleasure Squad is a collection of groups of appr

China, it's time for REAL sanctions against North Korea

Published on 2013-02-24 22:34:00

No matter how close China and North Korea is, China will not let North Korea off lightly. At the moment 72 countries have given statements criticizing North Korea's 3rd nuclear test Moreover, in China more and more netizens are participating in Anti-

The First Female President in Korea

Published on 2013-02-21 22:41:00

The presidential inauguration of Park Guen-hye, the first female president of a country is set for 25 February. She is the daughter of President Park Chung-hee. It is the first for a father and daughter to become president, and she is also the first

North Korea's Nuke Test was funded by Iran

Published on 2013-02-20 20:08:00

A U.S. website claims to have put two and two together and discovered that North Korea's latest nuclear test was planned and funded by Iran. The World Trjbune stated that the nuclear test was, in essence, a test of an Iranian nuclear weapon and invol

North Korea's nuclear development to change the nation into a paradise?

Published on 2013-02-19 20:00:00

Kim Jong-un is justifying the 3rd nuclear test claiming that the nuclear development would open doors to paradise. This all a lie. The North Korean administration has been claiming to turn the country into a paradise for over 65 years. However, there

Takeshima Day of Japan

Published on 2013-02-18 20:08:00

You may not know this, but Korea and Japan has a territorial dispute between an island called Dokdo. In order to solve the dispute, scholars from both countries need to share the truth and toil to find a solution. However, the Japanese scholars are r

North Korea is walking the path of self-destruction

Published on 2013-02-17 19:49:00

We have no idea how North Korea will utilize the nuclear developments, but one thing we know for sure is that they are walking the path of self-destruction. Did the Soviet Union collapse because they had less nukes than the US? No. The Soviet Union w

S Korea to activate Kill Chain to Strike N Korean Military Facilities

Published on 2013-02-14 19:57:00

The Korean Defense Ministry has put in place ship-to-land cruise missiles with a range of up to one-thousand kilometers. Any target in North Korea is in the missile range. The government said that it will also develop a Kill-Chain system to preemptiv

North Korea has more to lose than gain through nuclear test

Published on 2013-02-13 22:07:00

What preparations is the ROK making against North Korea's nuclear weapons? South Korea's preparations against North Korea's provocations and missile tests should be flawless.From what I know, South Korea has established a firm defense posture through

The only choice left is military confrontation!

Published on 2013-02-12 20:07:00

Now that North Korea conducted a nuclear test, they have to face more international sanctions. The UN already enforced UN resolution 2087 when North Korea has launched a missile in December. However, this resolution was not enough to stop North Korea

China's patience wearing thin as North Korea plans another nuclear test

Published on 2013-02-11 19:56:00

China's patience with North Korea is wearing thin, and a widely-expected nuclear test by the latter could bring that frustration to a head. China signaled its growing unhappiness by agreeing to tightened UN sanctions after NKorea launched a rocket in

US state lawmakers pass resolutions regarding comfort women

Published on 2013-02-07 22:27:00

Comfort women resolution honoring comfort women and urging Japan's apology is being passed all over the US. In New York, the state Senate and House of Representatives passed a resolution honoring a comfort women monument erected in the state, saying

Korean wave in Vietnam

Published on 2013-02-06 22:49:00

Last time I visited Vietnam, the airport was crowded with many young girls waiting for someone holding pickets. I looked carefully and realized that K-pop idols visited Vietnam. Thousands of Vietnamese fans were waiting at the airport to catch a glim

North Korea's usage of Youtube

Published on 2013-02-05 20:06:00

North Korea is not known for its subtlety, famous instead for its soaring patriotic rhetoric and threats to turn the capital of its rival, South Korea, into a “sea of fire.” But even by those standards, the latest volley of North Korea propaganda

Kim Jong-un said to have made “important conclusion”

Published on 2013-02-05 00:53:00

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un reached an “important conclusion” that will serve as a guiding policy for protecting sovereignty while presiding over an extended session of the country’s Central Military Commission.The meeting was a meeting att

Need stronger sanctions on North Korea

Published on 2013-02-03 22:47:00

Recently, North Korea has been preparing for a 3rd nuclear test. And it seems that the test is imminent now that they have completed the testing preparations. Apparently North Korea has two nuclear test sites, and one of them is ready for testing, wh

South Korea joins global space club with satellite launch

Published on 2013-01-30 23:42:00

South Korea launched its first-ever space rocket with the satellite carried by the rocket also believed to have entered its intended orbit. From this success, Korea became the 10th country to have succeeded in launching a satellites in to orbit. Nort

Cannibalism Reported in Famine-Stricken North Korea

Published on 2013-01-29 19:25:00

Numerous reports from North Korea indicate that starving residents of the isolated regime, where famine is an all-too-regular occurrence, may now be resorting to cannibalism. A man was put to death by firing squad after officials discovered he had ki

North Korea, walking down the path of destruction...

Published on 2013-01-28 23:35:00

The US envy on North Korea dismissed hopes for an immediate diplomatic solution over Pyongyang's expected nuclear test, saying that the isolated state was bent on playing a game of risk. The comments come as North Korea threatens daily that it is pre

North Korea has lost its mind

Published on 2013-01-27 20:01:00

North Korea has lost its mind. North Korea has developed ICBM technology. Now they are using it to directly target the US. If North Korea fires a missile against the US, North Korea as we know it will disappear. It will be wiped off the map. North Ko

North Korea is like The Truman Show

Published on 2013-01-22 22:24:00

Eric Schmidt's daughter Sophie was with the delegation to North Korea. And in a lengthy Google Sites post titled "it might not get weirder than this," she described a trip full of highly staged encounters, tightly-orchestrated viewing and what seemed

Effect of famine : Short stature evident in North Korean generation

Published on 2013-01-21 22:28:00

North Koreans are getting shorter from shortages in food. Lack of nutrition is causing poor growth during the period of growth, making North Koreans shorter and small.Due to this phenomenon, North Korea has changed the conscriptioin standards.In 2008

North Korea begging at Google

Published on 2013-01-20 23:34:00

North Korean authorities are using the CEO of Google, Eric Schmidt's visit to the rogue state as a propaganda, but the North Korea people are cynical of the efforts. The action of inviting Eric Schmidt, even when the country has no thought of opening

Korean Foreign Permanent Resident's value of military service

Published on 2013-01-17 22:38:00

In Korea, foreign permanent residents are exempted from military service, but nowadays the number of these residents volunteering for active duty is increasing. Some of these volunteers may choose to serve in the Korean military in order to settle in

Korea develops own GPS-guided bomb

Published on 2013-01-16 18:55:00

South Korea has developed bombs equipped with global positioning system (GPS) capable of targeting distant enemies day and night. Korea developed the 225-kilogram guided bomb with a 40 billion won (US$378 million) budget in the last five years to imp

Global Warming Trend Unmistakable

Published on 2013-01-15 20:20:00

26 world renown climatologist's studies show that by 2100, world sea level will rise more than 1m because of global warming. If world sea level rises by 30cm, many countries will be submerged. Global warming is an issue that needs to be addressed imm

S. Korea develops mid-range GPS-guided bombs

Published on 2013-01-15 20:20:00

South Korea has developed bombs equipped with global positioning system (GPS) capable of targeting distant enemies day and night. The Agency for Defense Development (ADD) and 20 defense firms have jointly developed the 225-kilogram guided bomb to imp

Can the Girls’ Generation Challenge Psy?

Published on 2013-01-14 22:20:00

The inescapable pop song “Gangnam Style” is the most-watched YouTube video ever. But PSY, the man behind the horsey dance, is now sharing the YouTube chart stage with his fellow South Korean pop stars, big names in the “K-Pop”. The Girls’ G

Google inadvertently reveals North Korean gulag

Published on 2013-01-14 22:19:00

Google Earth presents a bird's eye view of many things that secretive North Korea wants to keep hidden. Human rights activists and bloggers have taken a Google program used mostly for recreation, education and marketing and applied it to map a vast s

Girl's Generation New Song

Published on 2013-01-06 18:22:00

Prior to the release of “I Got a Boy”, Girls’ Generation unveiled the music video for “Dancing Queen,” an upbeat, retro-inspired recreation of soul artist Duffy’s hit song “Mercy”.The unexpected song was revealed to be the girls’ ti

Kim Jong Un New Year's Address

Published on 2013-01-02 18:55:00

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un called for an end to confrontation between the two Koreas in a surprise New Year's broadcast on state media. The address by Kim, who took power in the reclusive state after his father, Kim Jong-il, died in 2011, appear

Abe’s Hawkish cabinet

Published on 2012-12-27 19:38:00

Mr Abe has appointed several hawkish allies to key cabinet posts, including Yoshihide Suga as chief cabinet secretary and the former prime minister Taro Aso as minister for finance. The new education minister, Hakubun Shimomura, is known to share Mr

North Korea creates Kim Jong-il award

Published on 2012-12-27 19:37:00

North Korea has revealed that it would set up an international award to honor its late leader Kim Jong-il. The award will be given to politicians, scholars and public leaders who have made a significant contribution in their country's struggle for in

What is the first thing that comes up in your mind when think of Korea?

Published on 2012-12-26 01:29:00

Korea's Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism held a survey about the '2nd Korean wave and image of Korea' in October and November for 3600 people in 9 countries (China, Japan, Taiwan, Thailand, US, Brazil, France, UK, and Russia). The first thing

US, stronger sanctions against North Korea

Published on 2012-12-26 01:28:00

In the wake of North Korea's rocket launch, U.S. Congress has passed a defense law modified for next year calling for tougher measures such as the possible construction of a new missile defense base and defense capability assessments. The U.S. House

Putting sanctions on the rogue state of North Korea

Published on 2012-12-23 22:14:00

The United Nations Security Council unanimously condemned the North Korean rocket launch, calling it a “clear violation” of UN prohibitions.U.S. Ambassador to the UN Susan Rice said the 15-member Council -- which has the power to authorize sancti

World's Worst Kim Jong-il

Published on 2012-12-17 23:03:00

There is a leader who was always described as the worst. He died some time around December last year. He is Kim Jong-il. Kim Jong-il came to power in 1974. He was the dictator for 37 years, making North Korea the worst country. On Dec 17, 2011, Kim J

Hyun Bin discharged from military

Published on 2012-12-12 23:59:00

Hyun Bin has returned after finishing his military service. Hyun Bin was officially discharged on December 6th, and held a simple, brief event to address the thousands of fans who had gathered to witness his return back to society. The actor, who had

Magpies 'mourn' Kim Jong-il in North Korea

Published on 2012-12-12 23:59:00

North Korea is idolizing the world's worst dictator, Kim Jong-il. It's a week before the one year anniversary of Kim Jong-il's death, and North Korea is still sorrowing over losing the "Dear Leader." And this is not confined to humans, as a group of

North Korea's Missile launch violates international law

Published on 2012-12-11 22:30:00

North Korea has launched a long-range rocket despite international calls to abandon the effort. In defiance of UN sanctions threats over what Pyongyang's critics have condemned as a disguised ballistic missile test, the secretive regime had been sayi

Kim Yu-na Wins Comeback Event in Germany

Published on 2012-12-10 23:01:00

The nation's figure skating queen is back! And she picked up where she left off. by blowing away the competition. Kim Yu-na completed her return to competitive skating on Sunday by winning the NRW Trophy in Dortmund, Germany with the season's best to

North Korea, calls the Commander responsible Cheonan incident a hero

Published on 2012-12-10 23:01:00

Kim Jong Un has apparently made another major change to the military leadership, this time replacing Kim Jong Gak as the Minister of the People’s Armed Forces with Kim Kyok Sik after only seven months in office. The move is nearly as surprising as

North Korea’s rocket costs as much as a year’s worth of food

Published on 2012-12-09 23:05:00

The Ministry of Unification estimated the cost of North Korea's two rocket launches this year to be nearly equivalent to a year's worth of food for the country. An official with the ministry told reporters on Dec. 6 that North Korea had spent a total

UNESCO Puts 'Arirang' on Intangible Heritage List

Published on 2012-12-09 23:05:00

The Korean signature folk song "Arirang" has finally been listed on the UNESCO Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The UN body's Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage made t

10 North Koreans elites defect

Published on 2012-12-06 23:42:00

10 children of North Korean elite groups are believed to have defected from North Korea.If this rumor is true, this would severly damage North Korea's internal affairs. This proves that Kim Jong-un's regime is very unstable.According to well-informed

Japanese politics shifting right

Published on 2012-12-06 23:41:00

The collapse of Japanese corporations like Sony, prolonged economic recession, and damages from earthquake is causing the Japanese politics to shift to the far-right. The Japanese extreme rightists are using the unstable psychology of its people to g

10 North Koreans elites defect

Published on 2012-12-05 22:58:00

10 children of North Korean elite groups are believed to have defected from North Korea.

2012 Japan and the K-Pop Phenomenon

Published on 2012-12-05 22:25:00

The streets of Harajuku in are filled with K-Pop merchandise. One clothing store was playing 2NE1's "I Love You" and in the middle of Shibuya, was a trailer that announced 2AM's new upcoming album. At Tower Records in Shibuya, the 'K-POP LOVERS' camp

North Korea, missile launch is worth 2 years of food

Published on 2012-12-05 22:25:00

North Korea is believed to have finished assembling a rocket on the launch pad on Wednesday, making a launch early next week the likeliest scenario. The North announced it will launch the rocket between Dec. 10 and 22 to put a satellite into orbit. T

VANK, Korea's cyber diplomatic mission

Published on 2012-12-04 22:28:00

VANK, an acronym for Voluntary Agency Network of Korea, is a non-governmental South Korean organization made up of 60,000 Korean volunteers and 15,000 international members. VANK members are Cyber Diplomats to introduce Korea to the world and World C

Korea's counteractions against North Korea's missile launch

Published on 2012-12-04 22:27:00

South Korea's military launched an emergency task force team charged with analyzing the latest developments in North Korea's preparations to fire off a long-range rocket later this month. The defense ministry and the Joint Chiefs of Staff began opera

Korea and India increase cooperation in the field of defense

Published on 2012-12-03 22:27:00

Korea's Defence Minister Kim Kwan Jin had arrived from Seoul on November 28 to look at ways to strengthen military ties between India and Korea. Kim also held a meeting later today with his Indian counterpart AK Antony to discuss ways to increase coo

Inter-Korean Dispute regarding the NLL

Published on 2012-12-03 22:26:00

The Northern Limit Line (NLL) is a disputed inter-Korean maritime demarcation line in the West Sea. The 1953 Armistice Agreement which was signed by both North Korea and the United Nations Command ended the Korean War and specified that five islands

Violinist Sarah Chang to celebrate 20th anniversary of debut album

Published on 2012-12-03 00:29:00

Sarah Chang, one of the busiest violinists in the world with over 100 concerts a year, will hold a recital to coincide with the release of a compilation album marking the 20th anniversary of her debut. In 1991 Chang, who has been playing the violin s

N. Korea's defence chief replaced

Published on 2012-12-03 00:29:00

North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un has replaced his defence chief with a hawkish general in a shakeup apparently aimed at tightening his grip over the military, a report said Thursday. Vice Marshal Kim Jong-Gak was sacked as defence minister after just

2012 MAMA to be aired in 85 countries for 2.3 billion viewers

Published on 2012-11-29 22:05:00

Watch out, because this year's Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) may be coming to your TV set. The 2012 MAMA, which is set to take place on November 30, will be aired in 85 countries across the world including Korea and Hong Kong, targeting more than 2.

Wording set for 'comfort women' memorial

Published on 2012-11-29 22:04:00

A county plan to erect a memorial for women forced into sexual slavery in Japanese-occupied territories around World War II is moving forward. Bergen County is expected today to sign the final proof for the Comfort Women Memorial, which is to be plac

South Korea making final preparations to launch a space rocket

Published on 2012-11-28 22:06:00

At the Satellite Technology Research Center in Daejeon yesterday, researchers looked grim as they made final checks of the satellite that the Naro is supposed to lift into orbit. Each time they’ve prepared for past launches, their hopes have been d

North Korean authorities claim that North Korea is a paradise on earth

Published on 2012-11-27 23:03:00

If you look at photos from North Korea, North Korea looks like a paradise. Festivals are held frequently in Pyeongyang and various performances are held. They even used 2 billion dollars for the Day of the Sun. They even built a 50km long waterway al

Japan's stubborn and irrational claim on foreign territory

Published on 2012-11-27 23:03:00

Diaoyudao is historically and legally Chinese territory, but the Japanese government is taking the issue to the International Court Of Justice. Japan is taking it to ICJ because there is nothing to lose because it wasn't theirs from the beginning. Ja

North Keeps on Pushing NLL Weak Spot

Published on 2012-11-26 19:21:00

North Korea continued to attack a perceived weak spot in South Korean politics today, declaring that South Korea and the U.S. already recognize the illegality of the existing Northern Limit Line in the West Sea while strongly objecting to military tr

N Korea preparing for missile launch

Published on 2012-11-26 19:21:00

US satellites have picked up signs that North Korea is preparing to launch a long-range missile, a Japanese newspaper reported today. North Korea moved missile parts from its military factory in Pyongyang to a launch pad in Tongchang-ri in the countr

U.N. Medal Presented to Dongmyeong Unit in Ceremony

Published on 2012-11-25 20:27:00

UNIFIL Commander presented U.N. medal to all Dongmyeong troops in ceremony. Dongmyeong Unit, which is successfully carrying out its missions as part of U.N. peacekeeping operations in Lebanon’s Tyre region, was presented U.N. medal, the highest hon

North Korea may possibly be preparing for long-range missile test

Published on 2012-11-25 20:26:00

North Korea, under heavy U.N. sanctions for its nuclear weapons program, could be preparing a long-range ballistic missile test. This comes just weeks before South Korea's December 19 presidential election in which how to handle North Korea is a majo

Kim Jong-un purges opposing forces

Published on 2012-11-22 20:05:00

Ever since Kim Jong-un came into power, Kim Jong-un has been inspecting North Korea's political party, government, and military officials trying to find anti-Kim Jon-un forces. Last time, he stated that he will cut off anybody who are disloyal to him

Diplomacy trips equivalent of 19 trips around the world

Published on 2012-11-22 20:05:00

President Lee Myung-bak returned home Thursday from a trip to Cmabodia and the United Arab Emirates where he laid the groundwork for regional free trade deals and ensured lucrative construction projects will go smoothly after he leaves office. Lee's

Obama's message for North Korea in visiting Myanmar

Published on 2012-11-21 22:18:00

On Monday, President Obama visited a medium-sized Asian country known for its international isolation, brutal military dictatorship and flirtations with nuclear weapons - Myanmar. On his historic visit to Myanmar, Obama had a message for the North Ko

North Korea focusing on development of Pyeongyang

Published on 2012-11-20 23:22:00

North Korean authorities are focusing city developments in Pyeongyang and its border cities, such as Hyesan, Gangye, and Manpo. North Korea is also putting up streetlight and neon signs in Onseong province and Naseon economic zone. The reason for the

Korea pop princesses Girl's Generation

Published on 2012-11-20 23:22:00

British newspaper The Guardian recently published a feature on Girl's Generation and predicted that the Korea pop princesses will follow in Psy's steps as the next K-pop act to hit it big in the international market. It seems certain that Girl's Gene

K-pop Monster Rookie Lee Hi dominates music charts

Published on 2012-11-19 22:13:00

Lee Hi's debut song 1, 2, 3, 4, has dominated the weekly music charts for two weeks in a row. Since the single's release, Lee Hi came at #1 on Billboard's K-pop Hot 100 chart, displaying the massive success of her debut. Lee Hi was a runner up from S

The Sexiest Man Alive

Published on 2012-11-19 22:12:00

Would you believe if Kim Jong-un, the Supreme Leader of North Korea, was picked as the sexiest man alive for 2012? On Wednesday (Nov. 14), The Onion announced Kim Jong-un as the sexiest man alive for the year 2012. Wit his devastatingly handsome, rou

There is no future without self-reflection

Published on 2012-11-18 18:56:00

Japan and Germany, two of the war criminal nations of WWII, are very different. Unlike Germany that apologized for their crimes to the international community and built their trust through honesty, Japan is denying to repent for their shameful test a

There only midget soldiers in North Korea

Published on 2012-11-14 23:15:00

So far, North Korean soldiers stationed near the border are reportedly selected from families known to be most loyal to the communist regime to try to prevent military defections that may embarrass North Korea. Moreover, in order to look stronger, so

The US stance on Korea Japan land dispute

Published on 2012-11-14 23:15:00

Recently, James Steinberg, former Deputy Secretary of State, criticized Japan's ICJ suit regarding Dokdo. Steinberg believe that the question of whether Japan should revert to formal mechanisms, namely the ICJ, is probably not the right way to go, pr

Japanese urging Japan to resolve the comfort women issue

Published on 2012-11-13 20:13:00

A Japanese civil group is urging the Japanese government to resolve the comfort women issue. The Japanese government has been ignoring the the request of international community and the United Nations for apology and compensation for sexual slavery c

Psy's Gangnam Style Awarded Best Video at MTV EMA

Published on 2012-11-13 20:13:00

Psy joined global super stars like Muse, Alicia Keys and the Killers for the MTV Europe Music Awards. Millions of viewers from scores of countries around the world watched Psy perform his Gangnam Style song and his horse-riding dance for the audience

Korean Americans having more say in American politics

Published on 2012-11-13 00:31:00

On Nov 6th, Cindy Ryu, a commercial property owner and manager from Shoreline, who first won election in 2010, won her second term with a 76.48 percent to 23.52 percent lead over Republican challenger Randy Hayden. Cindy Ryu is a politician of the De

When will Japan come to their senses

Published on 2012-11-12 00:58:00

Some wonder why Japan and Korea relations are in deep shit. Some may think that Korea is still stuck up in the past and requesting Japan's apology and repentance, and in order for peace and development of two countries, Korea should let it go. Althou

Korean celebrities serving obligatory military service

Published on 2012-11-12 00:58:00

Even Korean celebrities are not exempt from obligatory military service. Few celebrities have evaded their compulsory service, but most celebrities fulfill their obligations to their nations. Hyun-bin, Kang Dong-won and Jo In-sung are currently servi

President Lee visits Indonesia and Thailand

Published on 2012-11-11 22:36:00

President Lee Myung-bak said Monday he had "in-depth" discussions with Thai officials about sharing South Korea's river refurbishment experiences for a massive river re-engineering project the Southeast Asian nation has been pushing for since last ye

The Yeonpyeong island residents of still in pain from North Korean Bombardment

Published on 2012-11-08 23:38:00

The photos above are the houses in a small Korean island. It is very ruined. This is the photos of Yeonpyeong island where North Korea bombarded the island two years ago. The coming November 23rd will be the 2nd year since the bombardment. I don't kn

K-food is now a familiar cuisine to foreigners

Published on 2012-11-08 23:36:00

K-food is creating a Korean wave fever. Last January, at the 2012 Madrid Fusion Culinary Trade Fair, the theme of Korea was fermented food. Korea promote its fermented food, such as soy sauce, soy paste, red pepper paste, pickled vegetables, and kimc

Korea's Kt-1 Trainer Jets

Published on 2012-11-08 00:35:00

Korea's air space industry is advancing. Recently, Korea developed completely indigenous Korean aircraft exclusively using domestic technologies - the T-50 Golden Eagle, supersonic advanced trainers and multirole light fighter, and the KT-1, a single

The reason why North Korean soldiers are defecting

Published on 2012-11-08 00:34:00

A 17 year old teenage North Korean soldier who recently defected after killing two of his superiors and crossing the heavily armed border to South Korea has told interrogators he did it because he saw no hope in the North. This is because food ration

In winter I want to go here

Published on 2012-10-31 00:15:00

In winter, many think that one should ski or snowboard, but in winter, I like going to Jeju island. If you've ever been to Korea, you probably heard of Jeju island. Jeju island is a Korean island located in the South. Seasons in Jeju come a tempo slower than in the mainland. So if you go to Jeju island right now, you can enjoy autumn. Autumn leaves, and pearl white water rifts are very beautiful in Jeju island. Ivory flame grass wavering is extremely beautiful. If I ever get the time, I would li [..]

North Korea taxing rice from starving people

Published on 2012-10-31 00:15:00

Because of serious economic crisis, North Korea price level is very unstable. On October in Pyeongyang, a kilo of apple costs 6000 North Korea won, an egg cost 800 won, and a kilo of rice rose to 6500-7000 won. North Korean public worker income ranges from 3000 to 10000 won. With this, they are unable to buy a kilo of rice. They have already hit the rock bottom of socialist economic system. They gave up ration system, but it seems very unlikely and difficult for North Korea to turn things around [..]

Even UK is critical about human rights violation in North Korea

Published on 2012-10-29 21:09:00

North Korea is the worst human rights violation country in the world. The UK government has shown interest and anxiety about the human rights violation in North Korea. On September 28th, the British ambassador, James Hoare, expressed anxiety about the human rights issue to Kim Young-nam, the North Korean Chairman of the Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly. Moreover, the UK government expressed anxiety when North Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs representative visited London. Sayeeda War [..]

ROK US agree on creation of mini-CFC

Published on 2012-10-29 01:26:00

Korea and the US have agreed to create a new joint command that will replace the Combined Forces Command when full operational control of Korean troops return to Seoul in 2015. The new body is expected to take over key wartime functions of the CFC. Korea and the US agreed to form a joint task force that will come up with ways to effectively combine the command structures of the Korean and US militaries at the annual security talks in Washington. The allies agreed to identify specific types of nu [..]

North Korea Brutal Prison Camps

Published on 2012-10-29 01:25:00

Of the many prison camps in North Korea, the one in Hoeryong 22 political prison camp, located north-east of Hoeryong, Hamgyong province is the worst. 50,000 prisoners are contained and the age of youngest prisoner put to harsh work is 6. At the camp, prisoners are put to work until they die. Prisoners work 10 hours a day, but only 180g of rice is given per person. When prisoners make a tedious mistake, they are given severe punishment. Female prisoners are often sexually abused by the security [..]

Who are the two most famous Koreans in the world?

Published on 2012-10-25 23:44:00

I have traveled to Korea often and I have always had interest in Korean culture, but after Psy's Gangnam Style hit the Billboard charts, all my interests changed to Korea. If you think about Korea, the first thing that came up to your mind was probably either K-pop or Kimchi, but now it's probably changed to Psy's Gangnam Style. There is one more Korean that might come up to your mind. It's Ban Ki -moon, the eighth and current Secretary-General of the United Nations. Recently, Psy and Ban met up [..]

Could you have lived in this conditions?

Published on 2012-10-25 23:43:00

You probably have heard of North Korean political prisoner camps. In North Korea there are as many labor camp prisons as political prisoner camps, and each number up to 70. Labor camps confine sentenced convicts, and force compulsory labor. It is managed by the Ministry of People's Security. The human rights violations carried out in the labor camps are worse than normal prison camps. Each labor camps confine 30~50 prisoners in 33㎡. They force abortion on pregnant women, and the guards rape th [..]

South Korea Hopes for Naro Rocket Launch Success

Published on 2012-10-25 00:06:00

South Korea aims to join the ranks of spacefaring nations this Friday by blasting a small experimental satellite to orbit. Despite its high economic status, Korea lags far behind other economies such as the US, Russia and japan in space technology investment. Korea hopes to conduct its first successful space rocket launch this week after two failed attempts in August 2009 and June 2010. The launch is drawing special attention as to whether the launch itself will be successful this time, though e [..]

The one thing North Korea's dictator is afraid of...

Published on 2012-10-25 00:06:00

Kim Jong-un is not afraid of isolation in the international community nor is he afraid of food shortages. The only thing he fears is the collapse of his dictatorship. When North Korean activists planned to launch balloons carrying 200,000 propaganda leaflets across the heavily militarized border, North Korea responded by threatening to launch a merciless military strike against the anti-North Korean activists. Many of you might think that the leaflets are mere paper, but at the moment, it is one [..]

The reason why North Korea does not reform its economy

Published on 2012-10-24 00:57:00

Until recently, North Korea has been showing signs of new economic reforms by abolishing ration system in a few state-owned companies, and reinforcing the autonomy of foreign investment companies. However, most North Korean observers do not see this move as a true economic reform.If North Korea really wanted a reform, the North Korean authorities must first solve the food shortage problem through agricultural reform. But there is no signs of agricultural reform. They are only beating around bush [..]

The remarkable activities of ROK Navy Cheonghae Unit

Published on 2012-10-24 00:57:00

It was impressive to see the Cheonghae Unit of the ROk Navy rescued abducted ships and its sailors without any casualties in 2010. Rescue missions are risky because a single mistake or contingencies can cause human casualties. South Korea's contributions to global security are impressive. Since an early foray into Somalia in 1993, South Korea has expanded its involvement in UN peace operations and currently contributes troops to ongoing operations in Haiti and Lebanon. It sustains a continuous n [..]

South Korea firms in Gaeseong complex hit by North Korean's hefty taxes

Published on 2012-10-23 00:36:00

The inter-Korean relations is facing another threat of being put out because North Korea has arbitrarily and unilaterally slapped heavy taxes on South Korean firms operating there.North Korea revised tax regulations in August for South Korean businesses operating in Kaesong to impose hefty fines on companies if caught dodging taxes.As part of its effort to extract taxes, the rogue state is allegedly threatening to restrict the movement of goods and personnel in and out of the complex unless the [..]

Korean Air unveils new delicious in-flight meal

Published on 2012-10-23 00:36:00

Korean Air unveiled its new in-flight meal of dongchimi guksoo (cold noodle soup with radish water kimchi), and yeongyangbap (steamed grains and rice)The meal will be offered from next month to first and prestige class passengers on long-haul flights to the US and Europe. Korean food due to its unique ingredients and scent, can be used in a limited manner for in-flight meals. But Korean Air is making efforts to develop new menu items to spread the popularity of Korean food throughout the world. [..]

Korea, UN joins UN Security Council

Published on 2012-10-22 01:01:00

Korea won a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security COuncil on Oct. 19for the second time after holding a similar position in 1996. South Korea was elected to a two-year term as a non-permanent member state between 2013 and 2014 at the UNSC elections held at UN headquarters in New York. Picking up this seat, South Korea is expected to have a stronger right to speak on North Korean issues that are subject to UNSC's sanctions. Now, Korea can participate in debates on North Korean issues [..]

Nephew of Kim Jong-un, Kim Han-sol calls his uncle a dictator during interview

Published on 2012-10-22 01:00:00

Kim Jong-il's teenage grandson said his uncle, new North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, is a dictator in a reare interview with a member of one of the world's most secretive ruling families. Kim Han-sol is the son of Kim Jong-il's eldest son Kim Jong-nam, who lost his sanding in the family after he was caught trying to sneak into Japan using a fake passport, wanting to visit Disneyland. The interview was done with Elisabeth Rehn, a former UN under-secretary general and special rapporteur for Human R [..]

Workers are means of earning foreign currency?

Published on 2012-10-19 01:37:00

The North Korean authority, walking a path of international isolation, is desperately trying to earn foreign currency. North Korean diplomats openly earn foreign currency, and North Korea's resources are exported to China. Now, North Korea is exporting their labor. China is developing a large-scale distribution & manufacturing complex in Dandong Langtou, located near Amnok river. North Korea is sending its workers to Lantou to earn foreign currency. However, what the workers earn does not go to [..]

Africa should learn from Korea

Published on 2012-10-19 01:37:00

Last December, The Economist published the article, ‘Africa Rising.’ Over the past decade, the average growth rate of African countries was 6.8~8.8%. However, the World Bank and other international institutions that support development in Africa reminded them that growth in Africa must continue and recommended that they follow the Korean economic growth model. Following the Korean War and the Japanese colonization, South Korea remained one of the poorest countries in the world for over a dec [..]

Reality in North from the defection of North Korean soldier

Published on 2012-10-17 23:47:00

Three North Korean soldiers have defected to South Korea across the heavily fortified border since August, in an apparent embarrassment to Pyongyang's new regime. On October 2, a North Korean soldier shot two superiors dead before crossing the heavy-militarized border. Military defections across the land border between the two KOreas are rare, with the last reported crossing by a North Korean soldeir in 2010, and previous instances in 2008 and 2002. However, worsening food shortage at military b [..]

What was the most impressive performance?

Published on 2012-10-17 23:47:00

When I was studying history, I became interested in different cultures and artifacts of different countries. I was especially intrigued by intangible cultural assets. So far I've seen Argentina's Tango. Recently I heard that ICCN Festival (World Intangible Culture Festival) was being held in Gangneung, Korea, which I really wanted to go to.Indonesia's Wayang Kulit, Czech's Rid of Kings, Cambodia's Khmer Shadow Theater, Croatia's Becarac, Italy's Sicilian doll play is available at the festival.Ko [..]

The oppressed desires of North Korean youths

Published on 2012-10-17 00:52:00

Last September, university students at Wonsan were cuaght collectively watching Korean drama and using South Korean standard language. This led to the North Korean authorities to strengthen censorship of impure elements, and foreign medias in the China-North Korean border regions. Korea and US media contents are very appealing even to the brainwashed North Korean youths.As computers and internet is spreading within North Korea, games, drama, and other media contents are being imported into North [..]

Walking as a healing process

Published on 2012-10-17 00:51:00

A few years ago, I visited Jeju island. Jeju island is a popular vacation spot for Koreans and many Japanese. The island's mixture of volcanic rock, frequent rains, and temperate climate, make it very similar to the Hawaiian islands in the US. The island offers a wide range of activities, such as hiking on Halla mountain, catching sunrises and sunsets over the ocean, viewing majestic waterfalls, or just lying around on sandy beaches. My favorite place on Jeju island is the Olle trail. Olle is th [..]

The Sinking of ROKS Cheonan

Published on 2012-10-16 02:22:00

Recently, President Lee Myung-bak made a condolence speech at the funeral of servicemen killed in the 2010 sinking of the naval corvette Cheonan by North Korean attack. The ROKS Cheonan sinking occurred on 26 March 2010, when Cheonan, a ROK navy ship carrying 104 personnel, sank off the country's west coast near Baengnyeong Island in the Yellow Sea, killing 46 seamen. A South Korean-led official investigation carried out by a team of international experts from South Korea, the US, the UK, Canada [..]

2012 F1 Korean Grand Prix Finals

Published on 2012-10-16 02:22:00

The Korean Grand Prix Final held on the 14th in Yeongam was a spectacle. To give you the spoiler, Sebastian Vettel of Red Bull handily capured his second straight Formula One (F1) Korean Grand Prix and overtook the lead in the driver's championship race. Another Red Bull duo, Mark Webber gave Red bull a tense 1-2 victory at the Korean Grand Prix, closely followed by Ferrari's Alonso. It was disappointing to see Lewis Hamilton finished a lowly tenth after a catalog of problems including a rear su [..]

Psychological Warfare in Modern Times

Published on 2012-10-15 01:36:00

In discussing modern warfare, the terminology, 4th generation warfare is often used. The term was first used in 1989 by William S. Lind to describe warfare's return to a decentralized form, in terms of generational modern warfare, the fourth generation signifies the nation states' loss of their near-monopoly on combat forces, returning to modes of conflict common in pre-modern times. The 4th generation warfare uses classical tactics, deemed unacceptable by traditional modern thinking, to weaken [..]

Tips on traveling in Korea during autumn (Gangwon-do)

Published on 2012-10-15 01:36:00

I am a travelholic, and traveled all over Korea last year. After I got to see large metropolitans like Seoul, I became curious about other provinces, and went to Ganwon-do last summer. Hoengseong, Gangwon-do is a region famous for Korean beef. Koreans are very proud about the quality of Korean beef, claiming that Korean beef is second to none. Although I am not a beef quality specialist, Heongseong Korean beef is actually really good. Around this time of year, Hoengseong Korean beef festival is [..]

North Korea's idolization

Published on 2012-10-11 23:45:00

Recently on TV, I saw a documentary on North Korea. It was as if I was watching a documentary on pseudo-religion. Kim Il-sung and Kim Jong-il's portraits were hanged on every North Korean household and the people were worshiping the portraits. Recently Kim Jong-un visited North Korean households and held events taking pictures with families and giving the photograph as a present. This act of photo politics is considered a great honor for North Korean people. If I were to take a picture with Obam [..]

Tips on traveling in Korea during autumn

Published on 2012-10-11 23:45:00

In Korea, there are many regional festivals. I recommend going to Hoengseong Korean beef festival held in Hoengseong, Gangwon province. Hoengseong Korean beef is renown for its delicious taste. At the festival you can buy Korean beef at a good price.At Jinji, Gyeonsangnam-do, Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival is a great festival. At the festival you can see traditional lanterns on the beautiful Namgang river. Moreover, 1200 scenery and customs of 31 countries.In Yeonggwang, Jeollanam-do, 2012 Forum [..]

Even Iran is mesmerized by K-food

Published on 2012-10-11 00:25:00

I'm an avid fan of Korean foood. It is not only heathly, but also has a unique tasty feature. K-food is quite wide-spread in the US, but now it is being introduced to middle eastern countries like Iran. On the 8th Iran and South Korea celebrated the 50 year anniversary of Korea-Iran established diplomatic relations in Tehran. During the anniversary, Korea food festival 2012 was held, where more than 300 eminent Iranian persons from various circles gathered to try Korean food. The 100 kg worth of [..]

"Missile range extension is a declaration of war"

Published on 2012-10-11 00:25:00

This is a statement by North Korea's top military body, the National Defense Commission in reaction to South Korea-US agreement on extending Seoul's ballistic missile range to better counter threats from Pyongyang. This implies that Korea could hit the northeast corner of North Korea from launching sites in central South Korea. The upgrade reflects South's continued concerns about missile threats from the North,North Korea has been claiming it promotes peace, but showed that they were lying by l [..]

Kim Jong-un launches terror attaack on his own brother

Published on 2012-10-11 00:24:00

South Korena government confirmed the spying charges against the unidentified man, saying he had arrived in South Korea in March posing as a refugee who had fled the North via China. The man had confessed to being part of a plot to stage a hit-and-run car accident in China in 2010 targeting Kim's eldest son, Kim Jong-nam. The indicted spy claims that he had spent 10 years as an undercover agent in China and was assigned to injure Kim Jong-nam and possibly bring him back to Pyongyang. At one poin [..]

Defection rush of North Korean soldiers in the frontline

Published on 2012-10-09 23:55:00

Recently, a North Korean soldier crossed the military demarcation line to defect to South Korea after shooting dead two of his superiors. Although defection of North Korean soldiers is not uncommon, it was the first time for a soldier posted at the frontline to defect. Defections across the DMZ, a buffer zone dividing the two Koreas, are rare as the 250km long land border is heavily armed and tightly guarded. North Korean soldiers stationed near the border are reportedly selected from families k [..]

South Korean missile range increases with US pact

Published on 2012-10-09 00:22:00

South Korea can now produce missiles that can reach all of North Korea as part of a new deal with Washington that's a response to the North's own growing weapons stockpile. The agreement will allow the South to deploy missiles with a range of 800km, up from the current limit of 300km. The extension will not only bring the whole of North Korea within reach of Seoul's rockets, but also parts of China and Japan. Chinese and Japanese media voiced unease over the extension claiming that the extension [..]

Kim Jong-un's visit

Published on 2012-10-08 01:39:00

I hope Kim Jong-un knows why his request to visit China was turned down. China quietly deferred a request by North korea for its young leader to visit last month because Chinese leadership was preoccupied with its once-in-a-decade leadership change and a host of other distractions. The move also suggests that China may be seeking an assurance from North Korea that it drops nuclear ambitions after it ignored warnings from Beijing not to go ahead with a rocket launch in April.

Psy Keeps his promise

Published on 2012-10-08 01:36:00

South Korean rapper Psy brought his hit "Gangnam Style" home on Thursday with a raucous free concert in Seoul, capping a month of global chart success that turned the rapper into a national hero. Thursday's concert climaxed with the entire crowd horse dancing to "Gangnam Style," but it kicked off with a mass rendition of Korean national anthem. Gangnam Style, a paean to the lush life in Korea's richest distrcit, is topping the charts in the US and Britain and is heard and seen on screens all ove [..]

North Korea making a scapegoat out of South Korea

Published on 2012-10-08 01:34:00

A senior North Korean diplomat on Monday warned of a nuclear war on the peninsula, saying it has become the most dangerous zone in the world. Addressing a UN General Assembly session under way here, North Korean Vice Foreign Minister Pak Kil-yon put the blame on South Korea's conservative government of Lee Myung-bak for the worst inter-Korean ties.Since taking office, the current South Korean government led to the worst situations in North-South relations by making all inter-Korean agreements nu [..]

Proud Youths of Korea

Published on 2012-10-05 01:31:00

In Korea, military service is stated as one of the Four Constitutional Duties along with taxes, education, and labor for all citizens. The current conscription law, however, applies only to males. According to the legislation, military service is a constitutional duty, but for people with foreign permanent residency may postpone the military service until the age of 37, and once they are over 37, they are exempt of military services. Basically, foreign permanent residents are exempt from militar [..]

South Korea under volatile situation

Published on 2012-10-05 01:31:00

According to RFA (Radio Free Asia) North Korea has ordered that even soldiers in the rear to sleep wearing military uniforms. North Korea is fostering a sense of war crisis within its military. I doubt that this is just a threat against South Korea. North Korea is got to be up to something. North Korea may be preparing for a physical attack like past Cheonam sinking incident. Or it may imply that is in dire circumstances in need to raise tensions even in its rear bases. Whatever the reason, Sout [..]

Kim Jong-un's wife is South Korea Style

Published on 2012-10-05 01:31:00

Chinese press reported Ri Sol-ju's fashion style as 'South Korean Style.' Ri Sol-ju took off the conventional long black skirts and white traditional clothes and chose a radically unconventional modern fashion. The opinions of foreign observers have so far been divided. For those oriented toward a darker view of the situation, Ri's imposing presence serves as yet another testimony of inadequacy of the country's new leadership. Nobody around the young dictator can point to the fact that the attir [..]

My visit at Busan

Published on 2012-10-03 23:15:00

I recently visited Busan. Busan is South Korea's second largest metropolis, and the largest port city in North Korea. It has Korea's largest beaches, such as Haeundae and Gwanganri, located at the south-eastern-most tip of the peninsula.I got a chance to sightsee Busan with an acquaintance and tasted many unique foods. I loved Sundae with mak-jang (a fermented soybean paste) and wheat noodle called milmyeon. At night, we lit up fireworks at Gwanganri. It was nice to walk on quiet beaches after t [..]

North Korea interested in South Korea's presidential election

Published on 2012-10-03 23:14:00

The South Korean presidential election is coming up, and North Korea appears to be revving up efforts to influence South Korea's presidential election through propaganda and possibly provocations in anticipation of a new Seoul government more favorable to its interests.Some experts say escalated inter-Korean tension could fan voter anxiety against a female candidate without military experience while others argue the North will no longer be a factor as voters are mature enough to discern its poli [..]

Ignorant Suzuki Nobuyuki

Published on 2012-10-02 00:08:00

Japan's extreme rightist, Nobuyuki, is getting nastier. Nobuyuki had tied a stake with the slogan "Takeshima belongs to Japan" to the statue of a young comfort woman in front of the Japanese embassy in Seoul. Now, he has tied another stake on the memorium of Yoon Bong-gil, Korean independent activist who worked against Japan during Japan's rule over Korea. It was another one of his ordinary blunt attack, "Takeshima belongs to Japan" stake. Nobuyuki once again exhibited his 'achievement' on his p [..]

The reason behind North Korea's economic reform

Published on 2012-10-02 00:07:00

Recently North Korea under Kim Jong-un is believed to be reforming its economy. On the so-called 6-28 policy, North Korea has a clause allowing private property. This may seem like a move towards capitalism like their strongest ally, China, have done. However, this move is not for the North Korean people, but for the luxurious life of the North Korean leaders. The background to my statement comes from Kim Jong-un's actions. Kim Jong-un exploited 90% of the wages of workers at Kaesong Industrial [..]

Japan's ultranationalism fever

Published on 2012-09-28 00:29:00

Recently, ultranationalism fever is spreading in Japan. Japan is ignoring values a member of international community must adhere to, and is only putting nationalistic sentiments as their priority. And at the center of this nationalism are Japanese politicians. The politicians are claiming that Dokdo, a land Korea has effective control over, is their territory, and have nationalized Senkaku islands, a territory disputed with China. This resulted in criticism both among international community and [..]

North Korea, sells gold for cash

Published on 2012-09-26 23:44:00

North Korea is selling gold for cash. They are in emergency. In the past year, North Korea exported more than 2 tons of gold to China, and got 1 billion dollars. North Korea is not only producing gold, but taking gold from the people to export gold. I doubt that this gold will be used for good. The gold will be used for nuclear development, war preparation, and idolization of Kim Il-sung and Kim Jong-un. It will be wasted on Kim Jong-un's luxury and propaganda. There is a saying that selling Kim [..]

Tried Kimchi with Rice

Published on 2012-09-25 00:05:00

I recently read an article from Washington Post, 'Kimchi : Korea's affordable health care' where it reveals the health effects of Kimchi, one of the world's 5 healthy food. In Japan, Kimchi is already popular in normal households. I had the opportunity to eat Kimchi a couple of times when I went to a Korean restaurant. It wasn't as spicy as I expected, and although it was kind of sour, vinegarish tasting, it was pretty good. It had the unique neat taste of Korean food. Kimchi is abundant in lact [..]

Greedy Japan

Published on 2012-09-25 00:03:00

In 1884, Japan arbitrarily included Daoyu islands into their territory. In 1904, they did the same thing with Dokdo. At the moment, Japan invaded neighboring countries and walked a path of imperialism by expanding their territory. Their inclusion of Daoyu islands and Dokdo is therefore, illegal. Daoyu islands are shown as part of Fujian province in a Chinese map dating back to 1865. In the case of Dokdo, not only ancient Korean maps, but also in Japanese literature recorded Dokdo as Korean terri [..]

Salt Shortage in North Korea

Published on 2012-09-25 00:02:00

Salt is essential for the survival of human and animal life. Men have used salt as food preservatives, for cooking, and at funeral offerings. Salt is essential for all living creatures in small quantities. Salt regulates the water content of the body, and is used for electrical signaling in the nervous system. Because of its importance to survival, salt has often been considered a valuable commodity during human history. However, as salt consumption has increased, many modern nations have consum [..]

Korean students create 'Dokdo Style' to sweep off Japan's territorial ambitions

Published on 2012-09-24 00:19:00

'Dokdo Style' UCC, a parody of Korea wave star, Psy's 'Gangnam Style' is gaining internet sensation. The video clip created by highschool students to promote 'Love Dokdo, our territory week' event held by one of Korea's regional office of education. The video clip shows Korea's will to protect Dokdo from Japan's territorial ambitions, and is becoming a sensation online.

Erasing Ri Sol-ju's past

Published on 2012-09-24 00:18:00

In North Korea, everything related to the leaders of North Korea is idolized. Starting from birth to his ability, and relationships, etc. are all subject to worship. And Kim Jong-un's wife, Ri Sol-ju, is no exception. According to a new report in NK News, Ri's past as a member of the Unhasu Orchestra appears to be a matter of controversy. North Korean authorities have been keen to destroy her musical legacy. In July there was a voluntary destruction of CDs and tapes from her musical career. Howe [..]

Have you used Korea's Galaxy Note?

Published on 2012-09-24 00:17:00

I am currently using both Apple and Samsung products because the products of the two rival companies are different in quality and price. But some end-users prefer product from one company over the other. I saw on the news a couple days ago that American Airlines designated Samsung's Galaxy Note as the phablet for flight attendants. Choosing Galaxy Note over the iPad is an unprecedented event. Merely few weeks ago, Samsung has lost a suit against Apple, but American Airlines move to deploy the Ga [..]

K-Pop Cover Dance Festival

Published on 2012-09-19 02:10:00

The 2012 K-pop Cover Dance Festival will travel around various countries and cities to begin their round 2 auditions to choose to finalists starting Sept 22. More than 1800 video applications were received from more than 70 countries. From this we can see that K-pop's popularity around the globe is increasing. Recently, I have seen a documentary about K-pop, where youths around the globe are mesmerized with K-pop dances and songs, and people taking interest in Korean food. K-pop is inducing peop [..]

Starving North Korean soldiers

Published on 2012-09-19 02:10:00

You probably have heard of the gravity of food shortages in North Korea, and that all the aid flows into the hands of military. Well this too is wrong my friends. I recently found out that even the men in the military who are supposed be well-fed to protect their people, are experiencing malnutrition, and food shortages are rampant among all troops. According to North Korean sources, North Korean soldiers are suffering from malnutrition, and military hospitals are filled with these patients. Eve [..]

North Korea's refusal to claim bodies that go against common sense

Published on 2012-09-18 00:28:00

In the central area of the Korean peninsula, where South and North Korea stand face to face, a North Korean soldier's corpse swept to the South due to flood damages, but North Korea refuses to claim the body. North Korean authorities's refusal to claim their soldier's body cannot be understood with common sense. This is very contradictory to what the US have done for the past 50 years. The US government have negotiated with North Korea to recover the bodies of the war heroes MIAs, and KIAs. Nort [..]

Can no longer tolerate Japan's terror on human rights!

Published on 2012-09-18 00:28:00

At the moment, past imperialistic Japanese military comfort women issue is the hot potato in East Asia. The Japanese government and few extreme rightist politicians are denying, ignoring and neglecting the Japanese military sex slaves issue, an issue that the whole world recognizes as Japan's fault. Even after half a century, Japan still refuses to self-reflect on the damages done to victim nations. As a human being living on this planet, Japan's ignorance angers me. Moreover, last June, a extr [..]

Kim Jong-un beefs up amusement facilities

Published on 2012-09-17 00:59:00

North Korea has shown recent movements to beef up amusement parks in areas other than Pyeongyang. This movement is for the social welfare benefit of the North Korean people. However, this is very hypocritical of North Korea because they have ignored the fundamental problem of solving the flood damages.According to Korean sources, 300 died and 600 were injured or missing, and 87,280 houses have been damaged and 298,050 people were left homeless since mid-June to late-August. What use is an amusem [..]

Do you know the definition of Gangnam Style?

Published on 2012-09-17 00:58:00

Times chose Gangnam Style as the Wednesday word and provided the definition of the word. Gangnam Style is a manner associated with lavish lifestyles in Seoul's Gangnam district, a word increasingly popular since South Korea rapper Psy released the music video, Gangnams Style. Recently, Gangnam Style reached 1.5 billion views, and ranked 1st on iTunes Charts. Psy's cheekiness mesmerized the world. If I ever get a chance to go to Korea, I would like to visit Gangnam.

Commemorating General MacArthur's Inchon Landing...

Published on 2012-09-17 00:57:00

On the 15th, in commemoration of the anniversary of the Inchon Landing, the Korean military re-enacted the battle. The re-enactment off the shore of Inchon featured an array of South Korean land, sea, and air equipment. The re-enactment gave me an idea how fierce the battle was.The Inchon Landing, led by General Douglas MacArthur, cut off North Korean forces from their supply lines, which had extended deep into the southern part of the Korean peninsula. Soon after, allied forces liberated Seoul [..]

Random News

Published on 2012-09-13 20:57:00

Comfort women issue reflects that Japanese politicians lack historical awareness. All evidence and witnesses prove that Japanese imperial military forced women into sexual slavery, but mayor of Osaka, Hashimoto, denies the fact that women were 'coerced' into sexual slavery. Although a few Japanese civil groups are criticizing Hashimoto's claims, but Hashimoto refuses to listen to the voices and goes further stating that the Kono conversation needs to be reversed. I wonder who will correct and fi [..]

North Korea has extended its annual Arirang Show

Published on 2012-09-13 00:10:00

North Korea has extended its annual Arirang Show dance and gymnastics performance till the end of this month. The show features tens of thousands of young gymnasts performing synchronized acrobatics, dance routines, and flip-card masaic animations, in what is known as the world's largest gymnastics show by the Guiness Book records.According to North Korean defectors who participated in the Arirang Show testified that the Ariang Show is used as an important ideological character to praise the Nor [..]

Random News

Published on 2012-09-11 21:05:00

The Japanese government started running ads stating its territorial claim over Dokdo. This occurred only after two days when Japanese Prime Minister Noda and South Korean president shook hands at the Russian APEC summit to improve ties and to maintain future-oriented cooperation and development between the two countries. After all, it seems like Japan's gesture of truce was a preparation for backstabbing.North Korea has accepted a South Korean aid offer, raising hopes for an improvement in relat [..]

Korean film Pieta Receives Leone d'Oro

Published on 2012-09-11 20:59:00

A Korean film is at the pinnacle of the film world. South Korea's Kim Ki-Duk's Pieta was awarded the Leone d'Oro, one of the world's most prestigious awards in the film world.In 2004, Director Kim Ki-Duk received Best Director awards at two different festivals, for two different films. At the Berlin International Film Festival, he was awarded for Samaritan Girl, and at the Venice Film Festival he won for 3-Iron. And in 2011, At the Cannes International Film Festival, he received Un Certain Regar [..]

North Korean Female Soldiers Sexually Abused!

Published on 2012-09-11 00:02:00

One of the many serious human rights violation committed in North Korea is the sexual abuse of female soldiers. Many women who are unable to enter university after graduation from middle school or highschool enlist in the military because the career prospects as a soldier is better than working as a laborer at collective farms.Many female soldiers are often lured by their male superiors and political leaders by the offer of a position in the Labor Party. In North Korea, abandoning the opportunit [..]

There is no future without self-reflection

Published on 2012-09-06 23:40:00

Japan and Germany, two of the war criminal nations of WWII, are very different. Unlike Germany that apologized for their crimes to the international community and built their trust through honesty, Japan is denying to repent for their shameful test and rationalizing their distortion of the history.Japan's Rising Sun Flag symbolizes Japan's imperialism that led to the massacre of 20 million people during the invasions by Imperial Japanese Army. The Japanese waved the flag and used the design in t [..]

Japan’s territorial troubles

Published on 2012-09-05 20:44:00

Tensions have flared again over the Takeshima/Dokdo islands between Japan and Korea and continue to simmer over the Senkaku/Diaoyu islands with China.The recent spat with Korea was sparked by Korean President Lee Myung-bak’s bizarre trip to the islands a week or so ago.In taking the territorial issue right up to Tokyo at the end of his presidency, Lee has taken a leaf out of the book of Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev, who was the first Russian president to set foot on the Kuril Islands [..]

Japan AGAIN....

Published on 2012-09-05 20:35:00

Japan and Germany, two of the war criminal nations of WWII, are very different. Unlike Germany that apologized for their crimes to the international community and built their trust through honesty, Japan is denying to repent for their shameful test and rationalizing their distortion of the history.Japan is restoring the use of the Rising Sun Flag, a symbolism of invasions by Imperial Japanese Army. This is basically the equivalent of Germans using the Nazi Germany Flag. This is proof that Japan [..]

Black Eagles Becomes Top Star at International Debut

Published on 2012-09-04 21:04:00

Do you know the Korean Air Force Aerobatic Team, Black Eagles that received the Boeing Trophy for best display at the Waddington International Air Show?Their display was acclaimed by international air show specialists and manias because they were awarded the Boeing Trophy at their international debut.During the Waddington Air Show, held June 30th to July 1st, the Black Eagles won the 2012 Best Overall Flying Demonstration award, and during the world's largest airshow, RIAT, held July 7-8th, the [..]

EDITORIAL: Japan should look at big picture on ‘comfort women’ issue

Published on 2012-09-04 00:30:00

Japan-South Korea relations are souring again over the issue of “comfort women,” who were forced to provide sex to Japanese soldiers before and during World War II.What opened up the discord was South Korean President Lee Myung-bak’s comment that he landed on one of the disputed Takeshima islets on Aug. 10 because the Japanese government had made no progress on the comfort women issue despite Seoul’s demand for compensation.The islets in the Sea of Japan, controlled by South Korea, are c [..]

Why Won’t the Koreans Take Up Japan´s Offer to Bring the Dokdo Issue before the ICJ?

Published on 2012-09-02 23:55:00

Found this interesting webpage about Dokdo… Enjoy!Really, why hasn´t the Republic of Korea taken up Japan´s offer to take the Dokdo dispute before the International Court of Justice (ICJ)?

Comfort Women Issue

Published on 2012-08-30 01:20:00

In Korea, there is a gathering in front of the Japanese embassy urging the Japanese government to solve the comfort women problem every Wednesday.The old women, full of white hair, shout for Japan's repent... Their story is very pitiful.The comfort women victims are still alive, and there are testimonies proving Japan's wrong-doings all over the world. Yet, Japan still denies the truth.In a conversation held in 1993, Kono, Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary, admitted that comfort women were coerce [..]

Korean wave is spreading fast in North Korea

Published on 2012-08-29 00:52:00

Korean wave is spreading fast in North Korea. The popular Psy's Gangnam Style is gaining popularity in North Korea. North Koreans sing and dance to Gangnam Style, even though they are unaware of the fact that Psy is a Korean singer.In the past, Korean media contents that were distributed in North Korea through the Chinese borders were old, but now things have changed. Now, the distribution speed has increased, and North Koreans are able to enjoy very recent Korean media contents. The speed and a [..]

Has Japan's prime minister, Noda really lost morality?

Published on 2012-08-29 00:52:00

Has Japan's prime minister, Noda really lost morality? Even Hilary Clinton, the US Secretary of State, pointed out that the term, sex slaves should be used instead of the term, comfort women, but Noda is trying to hide the hideous truth in order to gain support. This is a very shameful act. Even if the Japanese government denies the Kono Yohei, Minister of Foreign Affair's conversation admitting the enforcement of putting women into sexual slavery, they will have no way to stop the testimony of [..]

Let's send Team America to North Korea~!

Published on 2012-08-29 00:52:00

You may already have heard that North Korea is the world's worst human rights violation nation.There is no freedom of property, speech, religion, press, and even freedom of life. And therefore, there is no basic benefits, such as education and healthcare in North Korea. The reason North Korea is closed and violates human rights. It's in order to maintain the 3 generation of hereditary succession of the Kim Il-sung, Kim Jong-il, and Kim Jong-un.Every year, 40% of the state budget is spent on idol [..]

Not long ago, mayor of Osaka...

Published on 2012-08-28 00:57:00

Not long ago, mayor of Osaka, made remarks denying the fact that comfort women served the Japanese military voluntarily, and that they were not enforced into sexual slavery during World War II. Statements like this denies the Japan's responsibility as a war criminal nation, and is a provocation towards the nations that fell victim to Japanese imperialistic brutality. The US, too, has lost around 2,400 soldiers and civilians to the Japanese during the Pearl Harbor. Japan's apology for its shamefu [..]

A Scene of Horrible Human Rights Violation!

Published on 2012-08-28 00:57:00

North Korea's Grand Mass Gymnastics and Artistic Performance Arirang.. North Korea is using the Mass Games as an important ideological character praising the North Korean regime. More than 10,000 people are being used as tools to propagandize Kim Jong-un's regime. And these people are being mistreated for months to prepare for this performance, which is leading to criticism from the international community. It's been told that all the participants, regardless of young or old ages, are beaten and [..]

You want proof? Here's Some

Published on 2012-08-27 00:32:00

The next prime minister in line, Hashimoto Toru, mayor of Osaka, requested for proof of the enforced sexual slavery of comfort women.I am not sure whether or not Hashimoto is aware that his claims are nonsense or this nonsense is derived from political interests. Whatever the reason, he should be criticized for his statements.According to a US army investigation reports that investigated war prisoners in Kunming, China in April 1945, there were testimonies that people applied for a job at a Japa [..]

Japan, you done goofed!

Published on 2012-08-27 00:31:00

We, the US, passed a resolution about comfort women in 2007, and actively participated in creating a memorial stone of comfort women in New Jersey because Japan's past imperialistic brutality is wrong, and Japan must both officially and sincerely admit and apologize, and take responsibility of their historical past. Despite our efforts, one of the extreme rightist politician, Hashimoto Toru, the mayor of Osaka, recently made statements denying the enforced sexual slavery of comfort women. His st [..]

Comfort women? No, it's sexual slavery.

Published on 2012-08-24 00:52:00

Just gonna write randomly regarding the comfort women issue...US House of Representatives passed House Resolution 121, a resolution about comfort women in July 30, 2007. Hilary Clinton US secretary of State used the words 'forced prostitution' and 'enforced sex slaves' to describe the comfort women issue. This implies that the comfort women indeed is a serious crime act. Japan should sincerely apologize and repent.And in 2007, professor Hayashi of Kanto University found documents that provide pr [..]

Kim Jong-un's humane side??? I don't think so

Published on 2012-08-24 00:41:00

North Korea's Kim Jong-un is trying to show off his humane-side as a leader by visiting the home of his people, taking what appears to be a friendly photo with his subjects. However, Kim Jong-un's true nature is far from the what appears to be humane. He is very extravagant.He is constructing a ski resort for his own entertainment, and signed a contract to buy two luxurious yachts that cost more than 10 million dollars per deal. He stays up all night partying. And for the sake of fatigue recover [..]

Dear Mr. Hashimoto

Published on 2012-08-24 00:40:00

This writing below is a letter to Hashimoto, mayor of Osaka, in response to Hashimoto's denial of comfort women being enforced into sexual slavery. This not only applies for Korea, but all the nations that suffered Japan's brutality and I hope this will notify the international community of the problems of comfort women. Let's not forget that without self-reflection of the past, there is no future.

Japan's Domestic Politics Bring Havoc to East Asia

Published on 2012-08-24 00:40:00

Japan's prime minister, Noda tries to take over Dokdo to gain popularityThe atmosphere between Korea and Japan on Dokdo is tense.After President Lee Myung-bak visited Dokdo, and requested that the Japanese Emperor apologize for the comfort women issue, Japan has reacted fiercely.Noda, prime minister of Japan, has a very low approval rating, so he wouldn't miss this chance.He would react strongly against Dokdo to gain approval ratings.Recently, Japan gathered foreign reporters and stated that Dok [..]

Jang Seong-taek returns empty-handed

Published on 2012-08-23 00:16:00

Jang Seong-taek visited China for billion dollar of aid, but returned empty-handed. Premier Wen Jiabao gave an admonition to the point that North Korea's regressive system is preventing economic growth.North Korea must adhere to China's advices. If North Korea does not change the current system, economic development will be difficult. Although North Korea decided to abandon planned economy, as long as North Korea's attitude does not change, economic reform is just vain words.There is a reason wh [..]

North Korea's Marie Antoinette

Published on 2012-08-23 00:11:00

Korea and Japan's War of Nerves on Dokdo

Published on 2012-08-21 23:45:00

The atmosphere between Korea and Japan on Dokdo is tense.Both countries are claiming possession of Dokdo.In order to see the historical truth on Dokdo, we need to dive into the past. Japan is claiming Dokdo on the grounds that Japan included Dokdo into Shimane prefecture in 1905.However, there are many historical data that prove that Dokdo is Korean territory before 1905.In ancient maps and official documents Dokdo is shown as Korean territory. There is evidence that documented the fact that Jap [..]

Why won't Japan just admit their wrongs....

Published on 2012-08-21 00:34:00

During World War II, Japan used women of the conquered countries as sex slaves or comfort women. This problem related to this issue has recently sparked conflicts in the Korea-Japan relationship, developing into an issue receiving the spotlight of international society.Although a US congressman, Mike Honda, is Japanese American, he stated that Japan should formally acknowledge, apologize, and accept historical responsibility in a clear and unequivocal manner, refute any claims that the issue of [..]

Gangnam Style Fever

Published on 2012-08-17 00:01:00

Member of K-pop girl group, Hyuna of 4 minute, featured in Psy's new version of 'Gangnam Style.'YG Life Blog and Psy's Youtube channel put Hyuna as a duo with Psy in the girl version 'Oppa is Just My Style' music video, which was revealed on Aug 15th. The music video gained more than 730,000 views in half a day, and is gaining more views exponentionally.Although some people do not like Hyuna's babyish voice, there is no doubt that Hyuna's sexy choreography has a synergy effect on Psy's dances. T [..]

Even the Japanese think Dokdo is Korean

Published on 2012-08-17 00:01:00

Recently, the Japanese defence minister, admitted that Dokdo is Korean territory by stating that Japan should "refrain from commenting on other countries' internal affairs." So basically, Japan is interfering with Korea's internal affairs. And this statement implies that "A Korean president visiting Dokdo is just because the president is visiting an island belonging to his country. Therefore, Japan should remain quiet."Japanese rightists, and Japanese with anti-Korean sentiments maintain the Sou [..]

Yeosu Expo Ends

Published on 2012-08-17 00:01:00

The three big world events of is the Olympics, the World Cup and the 2012 Yeosu Expo. Well, the Yeosu Expo ended on the 12th after a long 93 day run. When I first heard the city of Yeosu, I thought it was just a small provincial city of Korea with a population of 300 thousand people with poor infrastructure. So I thought it would be difficult to have 8 million visitors. However, it turns out the expo was quite successful.The Yeosu Expo conveys the theme 'The Living Ocean and Coast' aimed to shed [..]

Dokdo Related Issue

Published on 2012-08-17 00:00:00

The Japanese government's faulty territorial expansion strategy is bearing to be fruitless, and only worsening international relations. No matter how much the Japanese claim that Dokdo belongs to Japan, the international community, including the Koreans don't really care what the Japan says.Korea's president recently visited the island, but Japan has no justification or jurisdiction to deter president Lee's efforts. What Japan did instead was give the world an impression that they are trying to [..]

North Korea's efforts to revive the economy

Published on 2012-08-16 23:58:00

Recently North Korea has been showing efforts to revive the economy. North Korea sent a group of 50 representatives, headed by Jang Seong-taek, to China to reinforce economic cooperation between the two countries.However, I really wonder if North Korea will abandon their past and completely change into a country with reforms and open-door policies.NOt only did North Korea not pay back the debt from South Korea, but they also provoked using missile launches and nuclear test threats. North Korea i [..]

North Korea : beggar country

Published on 2012-08-16 01:26:00

North Korea's leading figure, Jang Sung-taek, vice-chairman of the National Defence Commission, visited China. It is told that Jang visited China to discuss matters related to the development of Hwanggumpyong Island and Naseon special economic zone. However, it is an unprecedented event for a leading figure of the N. Korean government to visit China for such a petty problem.I'm guessing that North Korea, desperate from the devastating effects of economic reform, including the removal of its rati [..]

Japan: Hypocrites

Published on 2012-08-14 00:56:00

Japan's logic for claiming Dokdo as their own contradicts the reasons behind the territorial dispute of Senkaku islands and the Kuril islands. And this hypocrisy of Japan is subject to world criticismJapan claims Senkaku is Japanese land because it has effective control, but is maintaining that Dokdo is their land despite the fact that Korea has effective control. Their logic inconsistent.Moreover, when the Russian president visited the Kuril islands, Japan remained more or less silent, but when [..]

Reunion of separated families

Published on 2012-08-14 00:56:00

Reunion of separated families only applies to the Korean peninsula because of its special circumstance as a separated nation.Reunion of separated families is an event of reunion of families that were separated by the Korean War. In September 1985, the first Reunion of separated families was held in Seoul and Pyeongyang, where concerts events were simultaneously held. However, after 2010, Reunion of separated families event has seized to exist. After the bombing of Yeonpyeong islands in November [..]

Son, Yeon-jae, Beautiful Gymnast

Published on 2012-08-13 01:28:00

Have by seen rhythmic gymnastics by any chance? I was surprised by this beautiful Korean girl performing while I was surfing through the TV channels. Eastern European countries are traditionally good at rhythmic gymnastics. So it was very unusual and exotic to see an Asian athlete perform so majestically.Son Yeon-jae is one of the eight most beauties of Olympics, and was given the title of goddess by Chinese media.Although Son came in 5th and failed to get a medal, the efforts she put in make he [..]

Why all the fuss about Dokdo?

Published on 2012-08-13 01:26:00

Japan was shocked by President Lee's recent visit to Dokdo.In the history of constitutional Korea, it was the first time a Korean president in office visited Dokdo. So it may be shocking for Japan, but it is a Korean president going to Korean island, Dokdo, not any other country's president. So all the criticism and complaint from Japan implies that the Korean government has been too complacent in dealing with Japan's ambition of Dokdo.The Japanese government has stated in the Defense of Japan w [..]

Another land dispute involving Japan

Published on 2012-08-10 01:26:00

Japan is creating conflict between Russia and Korea by stating in the Defense of Japan White Paper that Kuril Islands, and Dokdo is Japanese territory. When Putin visited Kuril islands, the Japanese merely expressed its regrets, but when the Korean president was visiting Dokdo, they requested refrainment of the visit and delivered complaints through the Korean ambassador. I don't understand why Japan is making a fuss about a Korean going to a Korean island.Japan is arguing and insisting on havin [..]

North Korea : Naughty??

Published on 2012-08-10 00:41:00

North Korea's Korean Central News Agency slammed the Brisbane Metro, an Australian newspaper, for calling them Naughty Korea, claiming that it is a bullying act little short of insulting the Olympic spirit of solidarity, friendship and progress.On Aug 3, the 'Brisbane Metro' called North Korea as 'Naughty Korea' and South Korea as 'Nice Korea' in a table that shows the medal rankings.However, the word Naughty isn't fit for North Korea. It should be 'the world's most dangerous and harmful dirt-ba [..]

North Korea's military-first politics

Published on 2012-08-10 00:41:00

So far North Korea pursued military-first politics.Kim Il-sung and Kim Jong-il was shocked when Romania's dictator Ceausescu was overthrown and executed both by the cooperation between the civilians and the military. If the military had not betrayed Ceausescu, he would have never been overthrown. It was shocking to the Kim family because they were and are still trying to maintain the dictatorship.After this incident, Kim Jong-il has been putting all efforts to keep the military under his control [..]

Korean gymnast Yang Hak-seon

Published on 2012-08-09 00:40:00

Korean gymnast Yang Hak-seon's skills performed during the Olympics was amazing. Yang successfully pulled off his unprecedented signature move called "The Yang Hak-seon," a triple-twisting handspring front somersault. Apparently, Yang is creating a new move that is even more difficult than "The Yang Hak-seon." The "Yang 2" is a new move that adds one more half-twist to the Yang Hak-seon, which would take his movement from 1080 to 1260 degrees. We hope to see Yang master the Yang 2 at the next ol [..]

DO YOU HEAR?

Published on 2012-08-09 00:36:00

A billboard titled "Do You Hear?" urging the Japanese government for an apology to women it subjected to sexual slavery 70 years ago was set up on a highway billboard in Houston, Texas. In the billboard shows a photo of Korean elderly women who were 'comfort women' holding weekly meetings outside the Japanese Embassy in Seoul since 1992. The number of attendants to the gatherings has grown to more than 1000. So why did this phenomenon happen in the first place?The reason is simple. It's all abou [..]

Worrisome Movements in North Korea

Published on 2012-08-08 00:23:00

North Korea's recent movements are quite worrisome.North Korea stated that its Chief of the General Staff because of illness, but the truth may be far from this. Nobody's gonna believe that the top military officer who controlled all of the North Korean military would not be relieved of all positions just because of an illness. Until now there are only two reasons for a leader of North Korea to be removed. It's either he was killed or purged.The real reason Ri Yong-ho was purged is Ri criticized [..]

Japan troublemaker

Published on 2012-08-08 00:22:00

Japan is creating conflict between Russia and Korea with their territorial dispute in Kuril Islands, and Dokdo. Defense of Japan White paper has brought the problem up for years claiming that Russia and Korea are illegally occupying Japanese land. Due to Japan's ridiculous claim, anti-Japanese sentiment is growing in Korea.However, Japan's claims lack persuasion. In the case of Kuril islands, president Medvedev visited Kunashir island in 2010, but Japan did not give any special reaction. They me [..]

North Korea's continued conflict in the military! A Coup may be likely

Published on 2012-08-06 23:18:00

Kim Jong-Un disbanded Taep'oong Group for its low profitability. Taep'oong Group is a Pyongyang-based North Korean company established by the National Defence Commision of North Korea that supplies the North Korean military with liquidity.The company's poor financial performance was officially reported, but the report itself is questionable.Recently Ri Young-ho was purged, in order for Kim Jong-Un to take over the military.Kim Jong-Un's actions to weaken the power of other military officials is [..]

Cupid's Arrow Strikes Winning Archers

Published on 2012-08-06 01:57:00

I was shocked this morning when I read this article about two gold medal-winning archers, Ki Bo Bae and Oh Jin-hyek.A romance that has blossomed between two gold-medal-winning archers at the Olympics in London has grabbed the attention of the Korean media.

HOW TO PREPARE FOR A NORTH KOREAN INVASION

Published on 2012-08-06 01:50:00

Found an awesome article on the current military situation between the two divided Koreas.Not sure about the verity of this blog, but interesting enough to read and get some insight!Out of all the totalitarian shitholes threatening to fire off a nuke, North Korea is easily the biggest wild card. In the past we’ve done a pretty thorough job reporting on the regime’s endless abuse of their people, shitty amusement parks, and their overall creepy Big Brother state. This time we got the skinny f [..]

North Korea's Secret to Olympic Medals

Published on 2012-08-05 23:20:00

North Korea's Olympic athletes are surprising the world by winning medals, and attributing their success to Kim Jong Un. However, there are rumors that suggest the success of the country's small number of athletes at the Olympics is the policy of giving rewards like cars, refrigerators, and televisions for medalists, but losers are sent losers to labor camps.But the consequence of loss is greater if the athletes lose to countries in conflict like the ROK and the US.One North Korean defector stat [..]

North Korea not gonna change any time soon...

Published on 2012-08-02 23:36:00

As North Korea's Kim Jong-un's appearance with the accompaniment of Ri Sol-ju increased, people are starting to think that North Korea is in the verge of change.Reform and open-door policies? Kim Jong-un's recent actions is just a show he put on to stop sanctions and get international aid.As Kim Jong-un came into power, the human rights violation has peaked. Borderline security has been reinforced to prevent the incoming exchange of outside information.Moreover, they are making false accusations [..]

Kim Jong-un, soon to be most-wanted on Interpol

Published on 2012-08-02 23:36:00

The Spanish National Court, Audiencia Nacional will summon Kim Jong-un this September on charges of genocide and inhumane acts.* The Spanish National Court issued an arrest warrant for Augusto Pinochet, Chilean dictator for genoicde and inhumane acts in 1998.The Spanish National Court's summon will be delivered to North Korea's UN ambassador at Geneva. If Kim Jong-Un does not does not object to the summon, and turns down the summon, an arrest warrant is issued after six weeks. If an arrest warra [..]

K-Food, Anyone??

Published on 2012-08-02 00:00:00

Are you tired of what you eat everyday? Do you want to spice things up at your dining table?If you got tired of Chinese and Japanese cuisine, give Korean cuisine a try!Korean food is not greasy, and is vegetarian-based well-being cuisine.K-food may be too spicy for your taste, and Kimchi may be weird at first, but it is a taste that people get addicted to when they get used to it. So it would be foolish to keep K-food off you menu.Are you in by any chance in Britain? If so, then you are in luck. [..]

Japan's endless ambition for territory

Published on 2012-08-01 23:56:00

Japan is creating a prolonged conflict between Korea by publishing that Dokdo is Japanese territory in this year's Defense of Japan White Paper. Japan is in a territorial dispute not only with Korea, but also with China.Dokdo is a Korea island that is in the district of Ulleung-do, but since 2005, Japan has claimed the island as theirs in their Defense of Japan White Paper for the past 8 years.Dokdo is both historically and in effect Korean territory! Wish Japan would stop their unnecessary obse [..]

North Korea facing a coup d'etat after Ri's removal??

Published on 2012-07-31 20:56:00

After the removal of North Korean general chiefs of staff, Ri Yong-ho, there has been unusual movements in the North Korean military.Rookie Kim Jong-un, who has barely been leader for a year, has relieved Ri of all duties.General Ri was a loyal servant of Kim Jong-Il, and was the top ranking military official. As Young Kim Jong-Un has removed Ri as an excuse to strengthen the regime, the North Korean military is being stirred up.The North Korean military was already unhappy that a rookie like Ki [..]

Korean Wave in Archery??

Published on 2012-07-31 20:55:00

When it comes to the 2012 London Olympics, the keyword that best represents archery would be 'Korea.' Korea not only has the world's best archers, but has the world's best coaches.Of the 40 countries that participated in archery, 11 countries had Korean coaches.The myth is that as Korean leaders began coaching for foreign teams, the world's average archery skill has risen. This was evidently seen at the mens' archery team. The four countries that reached the semi-finals, Korea, Mexico, Italy, an [..]

Best in Archery for 24 years...

Published on 2012-07-30 23:36:00

South Korea won the Olympic women's team archery title for the seventh consecutive time. Since 1988, for 24 years, Korea has maintained the top position in archery. I wonder what the secret is behind this phenomena.In the typical fickle British weather, the rain and wind came hard in throughout the match, which made the match difficult, but the Korean archers showed superb concentration, and grasped their own victory.The 3 archers were amazing... I almost fell in love with them.So, I've been tol [..]

Kim Jong-un, the icon of adultery

Published on 2012-07-30 23:34:00

North Korea's Kim Jong-Un appeared on a billboard near the LAX (LA International Airport).Well it turns out he appeared on the AshleyMadison ad, an online dating service marketed primarily to people who are already in a relationship...The witty ad has Kim Jong-Un clapping with a bubble writing that says 'Even if you look like him, AFFAIRS NOW GUARANTEED!'Recently Kim Jong-Un was shown on the internet wearing soles that increase his height. Now Kim Jong-Un is the representative for adultery, and [..]

Update on the Syrian crisis

Published on 2012-07-30 00:05:00

Russia and China vetoed a Western-backed U.N. Security Council resolution on Thursday that threatened Syrian authorities with sanctions if they did not stop using heavy weapons against an uprising and withdraw troops from towns and cities.The 11-2 vote was the third time that Russia and China,

Olympics Fiasco involving North Korea...

Published on 2012-07-29 23:41:00

Last 26th, started off with a fiasco even before the opening ceremonies. The Olympics got off to an embarrassing start during preliminary between North Korea and Colombia in group G when North Korea's women footballers refused to play after a mix-up over their national flag.North Korea's opener against Colombia was held up after their players were pictured next to South Korea's flag on the introduction screen. The furious North Koreans requested apologies, and only decided to participate in the [..]

Fermented Hong-eo, an experience worth trying

Published on 2012-07-27 01:02:00

One of the most difficult dishes to get used to in Korean cuisine for foreigners and even locals alike is fermented skate, or Hong-eo. Some even say that Swedish fermented herring, also notorious for its distinctive, fermented taste, is nothing compared to

The Implication of Ri Yong Ho's removal

Published on 2012-07-26 23:27:00

Recently North Korean state media reported Vice Marshal Ri Yong Ho relieved of all his Party duties, namely his Politburo Standing Committee membership, Politburo membership, and Party Central Military Commission vice-chairmanship, stating this move was due to unspecified illness. This move was very unusual as the meeting at which his removal was announced was attended by the entire Politburo standing committee, Politburo members and candidate members, making ill health seem implausibly minor. R [..]

Ethiopia, we remember you

Published on 2012-07-24 20:54:00

Which is better... F-15SE, F-35A, Eurofighter?

Published on 2012-07-23 21:12:00

ROK air force is trying to make a tough decision between Boeing's F-15 SE, Lockheed's F-35A, and EADS Eurofighter.For the next 10 years, 8 billion dollars will be invested in the fighter experimental (F-X) business, and on the 14th, after evaluating the project proposals, all three models passed the first test.This week full-fledged negotiations and test evaluations are scheduled for the three models. I wonder which one will win the final deal.

NK's Pathetic oath of loyalty

Published on 2012-07-23 18:18:00

Pathetic oath of loyalty!After Kim Jung Un has been named marshal of North Korea, North Korean regime has been receiving oath of loyalty from military officers and people from various class. In fact, North Korea has been focusing on solidifying Kim Jung Un's status as the supreme leader by extensively broadcasting oath of loyalty from 'Lee Eul Seung,' who has received the title of marshal other than Kim Jung Un. It would mean that Kim Jung Un is trying to show off that he is being recognized by [..]

North Korean society becoming Gotham City?

Published on 2012-07-23 18:17:00

Cheongjin, the port city located in the northeastern region of Hamgyeongbuk-do.Considered as the second largest city in North Korea, Cheong Jin has adopted foreign culture at a faster rate than Pyeongyang. Accordingly, we may think it may be convenient to live there; however, recent news indicates that the region has become a haven for criminals and prostitutes.'Ggotjaebee'(Children and Infants wandering around for food and money), Criminals.. and prostitutionWith people gathering from all over [..]

Free Shin Suk Ja and her daughters!

Published on 2012-07-23 18:17:00

People know very well about the political concentration camp in the North Korea. With endless pain and torture, North Korean people are living a life worse than that of animal... Shin Suk Ja, who has recently been carrying out campaigns to save people, used to be in those horrific concentration camp. North Korea has been committing crimes by kidnapping people from various countries and confining them in secret. North Korea's anti-human crime is nothing new but if left alone, it is evident that t [..]

It's hot, and I crave Patbingsu

Published on 2012-07-18 23:34:00

I was surfing through the net (Yahoo! News) and read this article...How Bad Is the US Drought?

3 Prevalent Types of Idiots in North Korea

Published on 2012-07-18 23:07:00

There are 3 prevalent types of idiots in North Korea, which I will name "dumb, dumber, and dumbest"The "dumb" person is someone who pays back on his loans.The "dumber" person is someone who lends money.Last, but not least, the "dumbest" person is someone who is unable to borrow money.This anecdote reflects North Korea's tough economic situation.North Korea is under a lot of debt. In the 1990s, they borrowed from Russia, Hungary, Czech Republic, and other countries to solve the shortage of food.H [..]

‘2012 Kpop super concert in America' at LA!!!

Published on 2012-07-18 22:58:00

‘2012 Kpop super concert in America' will be hosted at at Home Depot Center in Los Angeles during August.The K-pop you've encountered only in Youtube is coming to town.You will be able to see the actual action live at site.Shinee, 2PM, Girl's Generation, Kara, and other Kpop idols that you fancy is planning a joint performance!I've always wanted to see them live at a concert. I don't think I can wait till August!Girl's Generation(소녀시대) interview for SBS Super Concert in America :

More info on Boryeong Mud Festival

Published on 2012-07-18 19:41:00

▶ Period: July 14-24 (Sat-Tues), 2012▶ Location: Dacheon Beach and neighboring area▶ Directions to the 2012 Boryeong Mud Festival:Seoul → Boryeong (Daecheon)Central City Express Bus Terminal (Express Bus Terminal Station, Subway Line 3, Exit 2, Honamseon Line) → Boryeong, Daechon (Travel time: 2hr, 30min / first bus: 6:00 / last bus: 21:50 / bus every hour / fare: 9,900-14,500 won)

Just random criticism about Kim Jong-Un

Published on 2012-07-18 19:32:00

WARNING : This post is going to be really messy... both grammatically and in context...Because I'm just gonna write random criticisms about Kim Jong Un.So for those of you who don't know...Kim Jong-Un became a marshal... WHAT???Ole Kim Jung was promoted to Marshal likely due to his vast military victories......as Obama was made our Commander in chief due to his vast military and battle tactical history...well now; there you have it.. the USA and NORTH KOREA do have some things in common - both o [..]

Kim Jong-Un making fuss out of nothing

Published on 2012-07-18 19:23:00

I was following the news all day because North Korea made all the fuss today noon by stating that its state media would issue and "important report." Well... It turns out that it wasn't as important as I previously expected it to be... Kim Jong-Un just became the marshal of North Korea.Kim is a stub fat man around 28 years old who became marshal just because he was the heir and son of Kim Il Sung, which I really don't understand. And I really don't think highly of North Korea for publicizing thi [..]

Boram Going all hardcore playing her guitar

Published on 2012-07-18 02:18:00

Source: Boram’s

Boryeong Mud Festival Kicks Off!

Published on 2012-07-18 02:05:00

The Boryeong Mud Festival is an annual festival which takes place during the summer in Boryeong, a town around 200 km south of Seoul, South Korea. The first Mud Festival was staged in 1998 and, by 2007, the festival attracted 2.2 million visitors to Boryeong.This year, the Boryeong Mud Festival kicked off at July 14, and will end on July 24.At the Boryeong Mud Festival, you can get unlimited mud packs. The mud is rich in minerals and used to manufacture cosmetics.

IU is on the frontline against school violence

Published on 2012-07-18 01:53:00

School violence is a serious problem in Korea nowadays.왕따 Wangta is the Korean term for

Kim Jong Un = Marshal

Published on 2012-07-18 01:44:00

Today North Korea made all the fuss by stating that it will issue "an important report"

NK is attempting to turn its internal discord into resentment towards US/ROK

Published on 2012-07-17 21:10:00

North Korea claimed that they arrested a terrorist that received orders from South Korea and the US government to infiltrate North Korea.In addition, they warned that regardless of position, status, anybody who dares to lay a finger or insults on the highest dignity (Kim Il-Sung·Kim Jong-Il·Kim Jong-Un) will face severe punishment.According to a North Korean defector organization in Korea the ex-North Korean People's Army personnel defectors planned infiltrated into North Korea to demolish Kim [..]

Medal Outcome Expectation At The London Olympics

Published on 2012-07-17 21:08:00

Goldman Sachs has come out with a dazzling, 48-page report examining the economics and finances of the imminent London Olympics.Let me show you their predictions for something that a lot of people will be wondering about: How many medals will each country win?Goldman Sachs used econometric models to forecast country-by-country medal count based on previous Olympic performance and economic growth, which is (not surprisingly) positively correlated with Olympic success.And so with that basic idea, [..]

Korea Americans urge Congress to take more interest in North Korea

Published on 2012-07-16 22:55:00

Korean Church Coalition for North Korean Freedom (KCC) and Korean Americans gathered across the country and led a rally in front of the congress, Washington DC. They urged Congress to take more interest in the repatriation of North Korean refugees. It is the first time for the Korean Americans who led rallies at the White House, and Chinese Embassy before, to actively take actions to persuade the members of Congress.They united to help those who are being oppressed by the world's most repressive [..]

North Koreans = Midgets?

Published on 2012-07-15 21:17:00

North Koreans are getting shorter from shortages in food. Lack of nutrition is causing poor growth during the period of growth, making North Koreans shorter and small.Due to this phenomenon, North Korea has changed the conscriptioin standards.In 2008, the limit was 150cm, and 48kg, but from this March, the limit was changed to 142cm.North Korean soldiers have the physique of elementary students.Machine guns are 1m long in average. I wonder how a 140cm tall soldier can carry and handle a weapon m [..]

North Korea contradicts itself again

Published on 2012-07-15 21:14:00

North Korean Foreign Minister Pak Ui-Chun participated the ASEAN Regioinal Forum, held in Pnompenh, Cambodia for the first time after Kim Jong Un took control of North Korea.I was hoping for change this time, and read the article, but once again I was disappointed.Minister Pak Ui-Chun insisted that it needs atomic weaponry to deter US nuclear threats, and vowed never to give up its right to launch rockets as part of what it called a 'peaceful' space program, and continued on with enriching urani [..]

Korea withdraws its plan for whaling

Published on 2012-07-13 02:18:00

Last week,

Japan arrogant, and very unpleasing...

Published on 2012-07-12 23:50:00

Remember the post

KARA named most popular Korean artist in Japan

Published on 2012-07-12 23:41:00

Read an article about one of my favorite artists :

Korean Wave 'Sweeps N.Korea'

Published on 2012-07-12 23:30:00

Korean Wave! Shakes North Korea Up!

Snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Published on 2012-07-11 20:50:00

I have friends who snore loudly... And it's annoying when you are trying to sleep...Some times I wish they would get their snoring treated...So here's some info I found about snoring.While loud disruptive snoring is at best a social problem that may strain relationships, for many men, women and even children, loud habitual snoring may signal a potentially life threatening disorder: obstructive sleep apnea.It is important to distinguish between snoring and OSA. Many people snore. It's estimated t [..]

Researchers make breakthrough with phone-charging t-shirt

Published on 2012-07-11 20:43:00

Found an interesting article :

LG fridge survives tornado

Published on 2012-07-11 20:35:00

LG Electronics said Tuesday that one of its refrigerators withstood a tornado in Johannesburg, South Africa.

North Korea Human Rights International Film Festival

Published on 2012-07-11 20:28:00

This coming 18th, starting in Washington, the 2nd North Korea Human Rights International Film Festival commences.The international society will be hosted in Washington on 18th, New York on 19th, and LA on the 24th to notify, and report the gravity of North Korea's human rights violations.The festival will feature two films, 'North Korea VJ', which shows scenes of real life in North Korea as filmed by undercover reporters in North Korea, and 'Winter Butterfly', a fictional film based on a true st [..]

Korean culture?

Published on 2012-07-10 20:59:00

Remember the post where I mentioned Koreans are pretty uptight and arrogant as much as the Americans?Here's an interesting post that I found, which I sort of agree...If you are interested in the social ladder in Korea,check this blog out

Black Eagles have done it again

Published on 2012-07-10 20:40:00

The Black Eagles have done it again. The Korean display team has taken air-fix to the next level by bringing over their full scale aircraft in pieces for this year’s Royal International Air Tattoo at RAF Fairford.The Black Eagles aerobatic display team shuttled ten T-50 Golden Eagle aircraft on a 747 jumbo jet in parts and reassembled them at RAF Leeming, North Yorkshire.It is the first time the nation has appeared at the event, which this year takes place from July 7 to 8 and will feature 22 [..]

Japan Refutes against Clinton's Stance on 'Comfort Women'

Published on 2012-07-10 20:31:00

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton demanded that all official documents refer to women drafted as prostitutes for the Japanese military during World War II as "enforced sex slaves" rather than by the euphemism "comfort women."

North Korea's False Idolization

Published on 2012-07-10 20:22:00

If you travel, and see places to places, you get to experience that country's culture by hand. The view of people living, buildings, clothing, and new places are refreshing, which makes traveling fun.These days, you can experience the place's culture indirectly through the epilogues of people who visited that place. How about experiencing North Korea second hand? If you look at youtube, and other videos, the first thing that catches your eyes are Kim Jong Il, Kim Jong Un idolizing propagandas. A [..]

Comfort Women? No! Forced Sex Slaves for Japanese troops? Yes

Published on 2012-07-09 21:24:00

CNN's bias?

Published on 2012-07-09 21:13:00

Well... apparently CNN dissed Korea...And to be honest, I couldn't agree more...But I'm supposed to find a reason to criticize CNN and justify Korea's acts...First of all, Koreans are pretty stuck up as much as Americans...They think Americans are arrogant, and all that shit because Koreans are arrogant themselves... "How dare the Americans claim they are smart when we, the Koreans are obviously smarter?"So here it goes... An order is an order, which je dois suivre (not sure if the grammar's rig [..]

The highly praised ROK peacekeepers

Published on 2012-07-09 19:16:00

The South Korean military contingent serving as U.N. peacekeepers here in the Middle East will mark its fifth anniversary of service later this month, officials said Monday.The Dongmyeong, or Light from the East, unit has been stationed in Lebanon since July 2007 and the anniversary will fall on July 19. The tenure is the longest for a South Korean peacekeeping unit serving overseas. About 350 troops with specialty in infantry, engineering, medicine, transportation and maintenance are based in L [..]

Bonghwajo

Published on 2012-07-09 19:12:00

Do you know Kim Jon-Un's personal organization Bonghwajo?Bonghwajo is a grouping of the children of North Korea's highest leadership including Kim Jong-Un. Bonhwajo members are said to be involved in foreign currency-earning businesses, many of them illegal, while also working in key areas of the National Security Agency, General Bureau of Reconnaissance, Ministry of the People's Armed Forces, Central prosecutors' Office and other high organs. They reportedly curry favor by financially supportin [..]

Regime of Legacy? or Regime following a dead person's will?

Published on 2012-07-09 19:09:00

Super Junior's new album

Published on 2012-07-09 19:08:00

Super Junior released a new album.The title song of the album is 'Sexy, Free&Single.'Super Junior said they sought a new music style in their 6th full-length album, escaping from the repeated acid funky style in their previous work and trying out European house. Instead of electronic sounds, they put more emphasis in their warm and sexy vocals.Super Junior has been proving their star power in and out of the country after its debut in 2005. They were successfully in world tours in 10 cities, sing [..]

Rather stay in prison than go back to NK

Published on 2012-07-09 19:04:00

North Korean refugees who were held captive in China are overstating their crimes on purpose to increase their time in prison, so that they are not repatriated back to North Korea. Shocking as it is, these incidents imply about North Korea's cruelty when it comes to human rights.The refugees would rather stay in Chinese prison than to be repatriated back to their undesirable home...When escapees serve their term in prison, and are repatriated, most are sent to prison camps, and are beat by, assa [..]

Korea joins the 20-50 club, and its implications on becoming a 30-50 club country

Published on 2012-07-05 19:11:00

As of June 23, 2012, Korea's population hit the landmark figure of 50 million, according to Statistics Korea. The population increase is significant in that Korea became the seventh country with a population of over 50 million and per capita income exceeding US$20,000, following Japan, the US, France, Italy, Germany and the UK. Vice Minister of Strategy and Finance Shin Je-Yoon said that Korea has now succeeded in achieving both quantitative economic expansion and qualitative improvement.

GSOMIA

Published on 2012-07-05 18:53:00

Seoul had already signed a provisional military intelligence-sharing pact with Japan in late April without making the contentious matter public or notifying the National Assembly, officials confirmed Tuesday.

Black Eagles best display as 125,000 visit Waddington Air Show

Published on 2012-07-03 02:21:00

The Korean Black Eagles have been awarded the Boeing Trophy for best display at the 17th

Kor-Colombia FTA

Published on 2012-07-02 18:41:00

Mexico G20 Summit has ended successfully. President Lee Myung Bak visited Brazil, Chile, and Columbia for sales diplomacy. On the 25th, Lee met with Colombia's President Santos, and declared the conclusion of FTA negotiation between Korea and Columbia, and signed the deal.In Korea's point of view, the FTA with Colombia will act as the FTA hub of Central and South America, and lay bridges into the American market. Trade volume between the two countries is expected to increase by more than five ti [..]

The implications of G20 Summit

Published on 2012-07-01 23:18:00

The seventh G20 Mexico Summit has ended. This summit was very meaningful as countries could discuss solutions to European financial crisis and world depression. Korean President Lee Myung Bak presented solutions to recent Euro Zone financial crisis and world depression based on the experience of overcoming Asian economic crisis in 1997 and financial crisis in 2008 that started in the U.S. As a result, he gained support from leaders of other nations. In the leading comment at lunch, he said "duri [..]

North Korea, the worst in everything...

Published on 2012-06-28 18:40:00

According to the '2011 failed states index' published by Fund for Peace, an independent Washington D.C. based nonprofit research and educational institution, and the magazine, Foreign Policy, North Korea ranked 22nd out of 177 countries as one of the most failed state in the world. And in 'Global Peace Index 2012' published by the Institute for Economics and Peace, North Korea ranked as 152 countries out of 158 countries as the world's peaceful country.North Korea has been stigmatized for decade [..]

North Korea = Robbers

Published on 2012-06-28 18:40:00

If you borrow, it's common sense to pay back!However, if you are unable to pay back, you must explain the reasons for the plight you are in, and request for an extension of maturity dates.South Korea recently requested North Korea to fulfill their long-overdue debt duties, but there is no response from North Korea.(North Korea must pay back 720 million dollars by 2037, and 5.78 million dollars by 2013.) Moreover, North Korea ignored the Korean government's request of payment, and enforcing provo [..]

Bunch of liars...

Published on 2012-06-27 18:56:00

North Korea is bullshitting once again.The US started the Korean war??Korean War started in 1950 because of North Korea's ambush invasion, which later developed into a 3 year and 2 months long full-scale war between UN forces that supported South Korea, and the Chinese forces, divided into the democratic camp, and the communist camp, that supported North Korea.North Korea's provocation resulted in countless casualties from US and Korea, trying to defend liberty and peace. As a result for the sac [..]

U.S. Senate has passed a law that prohibits food aid to North Korea

Published on 2012-06-27 18:53:00

U.S. Senate has passed a law that prohibits food aid to North Korea. Such result may be reasonable. By carrying out nuclear experiments and launching missiles, North Korea has lead to distrust from the international community.In addition, they haven't distributed the food aid they received to their people but used it for their army. Can this be another reason that stopped international food aid?Lately, North Korea has asked for expansion on food aid and economic cooperation from Southeast Asian [..]

2012 K-Pop Cover Dance Festival

Published on 2012-06-26 18:38:00

2012 K-Pop cover dance festival has started.So far 700 teams from 50 countries have passed the 1st online preliminary round, and will start the 2nd round on June 23 in Nigeria.The final round will be held in Gyeonju, Gyeongsangbuk-do on the end of September.Anybody can participate in the 1st preliminary round through the UCC homepage, coverdance.org, till the end of June.I always followed K-pop artist songs and dances. It's a shame that I don't have anything mastered at the moment. Next time, I' [..]

Samsung Galaxy S3 Out!!

Published on 2012-06-25 18:33:00

Samsung's Galaxy S3 will be sold more than Apple's iPhone.Samsung's Electronics in South Korea began to sell 'Galaxy S3' in the United States.'Galaxy S3' has been released with same design and model name through big 5 telecommunication company in United States such as AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint and U.S. Cellular for the first time. So it is widely expected that 'Galaxy S3' is getting popular as that device has been sold out in some of the telecommunication company. People familiar with 'Gal [..]

We can overcome economic crisis

Published on 2012-06-25 18:18:00

The G20 summit in Mexico, where world leaders devoted their time to solve the Eurozone financial crisis, has ended.From this G20 summit world leaders agreed on the global efforts to unify Eurozone public finance and banking sector. At the Business summit (B20), President Lee Myung-Bak suggested few solutions in overcoming and implementing structural reform. His ideas gained great amount of support and world leaders identified with President Lee's solutions.In 2008, President Lee emphasized the i [..]

Jeonju Korean traditional village

Published on 2012-06-24 18:40:00

Last May, I visited Korea. I went sightseeing Seoul and several local tourist attractions. I went to Jeolabuk-do Jeonju-si. I saw Jeonju Korean-style house village. It was awesome.Jeonju Korean-style house village was built in 1930. There are 543 Korean-style houses. Many foreign and domestic tourists visit the village.I experienced many activities at Jeonju Korean-style house village, such as traditional weddings, tea ceremony, making bibimbab(Korean traditional dish), building Korean-style hou [..]

The way to deter North Korea's provocations

Published on 2012-06-21 18:55:00

Recently with the current circumstance, which is very uncertain and unstable, the transfer of wartime operational command, and the dissolution of the ROK-US Combined Forces Command scheduled to take place on Dec 1st, 2015, needs to be reexamined.With the North's recent proclamation of itself as a nuclear state in their new constitution, and the GPS disruptions, cyber terrors, and threats against the ROK government and media, the most efficient defense against the North is deterrence through the [..]

North Korea's Sly Execution

Published on 2012-06-21 18:54:00

Recently, it is believed that the occurrence of public execution in North Korea has decreased significantly.But has the occurrence of execution in North Korea really decrease?Far from it! The number of public execution may have decreased, but the number of secret execution increased.Most of the recent North Korean defectors testified that they have not witnessed public execution last year.We believe that the background behind the decrease in the frequency is from many factors, including internat [..]

Lee MB's role in the 6th G20

Published on 2012-06-19 18:44:00

President Lee Myong-bak of South Korea, which held the 5th G-20 Summit, participated in the 6th G-20 Summit in Mexico to prevent the European financial crisis contagion spreading around the world and to find a solution to the global financial crisis. Ahead of general meeting in G-20, President Lee met with the Mexican President and took part in the business summit.It is said that President Lee will give his opinion in dealing with Europe financial crisis and suggest ways to reform the financial [..]

Fake Cries at North Korea's Kim Jong-Un Speech

Published on 2012-06-18 18:33:00

Kim Jong-Un made his second speech at a major public event since taking power in last December, addressing a children's rally aimed at winning a new generation's support. The speech was organized to commemorate the 66th anniversary of the Korean Children's Union founding.During the speech, the young members of KCU started to burst into tears.Was the festive speech such a touching one?The whole over exaggerated scenery looked like a scam with extremely proficient musical actors. Kim Jong-Un, is i [..]

'Tour Olympics' SKAL 2012 at Korea

Published on 2012-06-14 21:23:00

Do you know what SKAL is? It means 'longevity', 'friendship', and ‘health‘ in Scandinavian native language in northern Europe. Just like its meaning, it is an organization that contributes to activating tourism industry.SKAL, the largest civilian tourism organization, was formed in 1934 and it now has 500 clubs over 90 countries with more than twenty thousand members.2012 General Meeting for SKAL will be held in the capital city of Korea, Seoul and in Incheon this October.The upcoming Genera [..]

Our gratitude to the War Veterans

Published on 2012-06-14 21:19:00

Korean war veterans and their family gathered in Busan to commemorate the 62nd year since the Korean war.Busan has the world's only United Nations Memorial Cemetery to honor UN soldiers from 16 countries that were killed in battle during the Korean War. Since 2009, Korean Memorial Day annual event is held in June, where they invite Korean war veterans to express gratitude to those who have sacrificed, and dedicated their lives for peace.So far, 8 war veterans and their families visited Busan. Th [..]

NK threatens S. Korean media for possible attack

Published on 2012-06-12 18:43:00

North Korea said Monday its military has entered map coordinates of some conservative South Korean media offices as it threatened to strike their headquarters for their alleged insult to Kim Jong-un.

The Original Korean Wave Fan, Maureen O'Crowley

Published on 2012-06-12 18:43:00

Maureen O'Crowley, the bureau director of the Seoul Tourism Organization's MICE (meeting, incnetive, convention, exhibition), department, considers herself the first Korean wave fan.40 years ago, she moved to Korea because her father was stationed at the 8th United States Army. Ever since then, she was completely absorbed into the attractions of Korean culture and food.

Just another NK's ridiculous acts...

Published on 2012-06-10 19:25:00

Through revision of its constitution, North Korea declared itself as a nation that have had nuclear weapons. Even though North Korea made an announcement not to proliferate nuclear weapons and stop doing nuclear research, it ignored demand from international community.Why did North Korea declare itself as a nation that have had nuclear weapons despite continuing criticism from international community? Unless Kim Jong-un administration don't officially attach the content declaring North Korea as [..]

Makguli

Published on 2012-06-07 23:16:00

Sommelier, Kikajakeshi, Master blender...They are experts in wine, sake and whisky and they usually suggest alcoholic drink with suitable dishes. Kikajakeshi suggest taste and scent of Japanese traditional alcohol sake while there are Makguli sommelier who recommend Korean traditional alcohol Makguli according to consumer's taste.The alcohol proof is between 6 to 9 degrees and it is full of dietary fiber and lactic acid bacteria.. Makguli is now becoming famous as it is known to be nutritious ju [..]

Kaiwo Maru

Published on 2012-06-07 23:15:00

The biggest sailing ship in terms of scale called 'Kaiwo Maru' came into Yeosu port in South Korea to participate in Yeosu Exposition.Visitors to Yeosu Expo can watch that ship for four days. And many events in regard of 'Kaiwo Maru' will be held during that time. It is consisted of opening inside of the sailing ship to visitors, 'Sail Drill' in which about 100 sailors on that ship altogether spread the huge sail and crews on top of the sail saluting in line with command which is unusual ceremon [..]

NK Followers

Published on 2012-06-07 23:15:00

North Korea's Cruelty to Animals

Published on 2012-06-04 19:45:00

U.K.'s The Sun newspaper introduced North Korea's circus as the most cruel circus in the world. The newspaper pointed to North Korea's animal circus and called it borderline animal cruelty. The newspaper also says the bears were captured from the wild and tortured from a very young age, and those that survived were forced to do tricks by being threatened with hot poles heated with fire.The North Korean circus is just fun and games for the wealthy and corrupted! The animals must suffer just to en [..]

Asia Security Summit

Published on 2012-06-04 19:42:00

The 11th Asia Security Summit(Shangri-La Dialogue) was held in Singapore on June 1st and 2nd. Ministers of National Defense from over twenty countries, including Korea, U.S.A., China, Russia and Japan gathered in Singapore to discuss the security situation in Asia.One of the heated topics was North Korea's nuclear experiment and missile experiments. Southeast Asia's territorial dispute over the South China sea was also a big discussion topic.Minister of National Defense Kim, Kwan Jin of South Ko [..]

Kim Jong Who??

Published on 2012-06-03 19:01:00

Just found it interesting...

Korea's President Lee visits China, and works to sign Korea-China FTA...!

Published on 2012-06-03 19:00:00

The Korean president visited Beijing, and appeared in Chinese national TV network, CCTV2. During the interview, president Lee stated that both countries are hoping to gain benefits from Kor-China FTA, and believe that the FTA will be signed within 2 years.

K-Pop Reality

Published on 2012-06-03 19:00:00

Have you ever listened to K-Pop?Recently the world was going through a K-Pop fever. Many countries have uploaded youtube videos of K-Pop flashmobs, and we are hearing news of K-Pop contests and concerts world-wide.K-Pop has the charm of addicting listeners and music lovers.The reason for this? It's all because of the creativity, newness.

Even the Chinese are criticizes pro-North Koreans

Published on 2012-06-03 18:56:00

The reason why North Korea suffering from chronic power shortages

Published on 2012-05-30 18:03:00

North Korea, the country that cut off outside media, and is sticking to propagandizing the regime...It's believed that North Korea is sending electronic jamming signals 18 hours a day to block foreign broadcasts.It is ridiculous that North Korea, a country suffering from chronic power shortages is sending 18 hours of electronic jamming signals...It is just simple insanity and absurdity.The reason behind blocking off foreign broadcasts...It's probably because they are afraid that the dictatorship [..]

North Korean regime losing reason of state...!

Published on 2012-05-30 18:02:00

A country must put emphasis on moral legitimacy, just like humans. However, North Korean regime is apparently losing the reason of state by deteriorating international relations including the ROK.

Federation of Korean Associations push ahead for memorial stone for comfort women..!

Published on 2012-05-30 18:01:00

In reaction to Japanese government's systematic forced removal of memorial stones, the Federation of Korean Associations in US are pushing for the construction of memorial stones for comfort women all over the US, claiming that the world needs to know the Japan's audacity to ignore their imperialistic brutality, massacre, and past invasions.

We invite you to the Suncheon bay where 2012 Yeosu Expo is held...!

Published on 2012-05-29 18:36:00

Chinese Premier Wen urges North Korea to stop nuclear weapons, and missiles..!

Published on 2012-05-29 18:30:00

At the Korea, Japan, China trilateral summit, Chinese premier, Wen Jiabao once again urged North Korea to stop nuclear tests and development of missiles, and stabilize the livelihoods of the public.The Chinese government stated their unsupporting stance against the on-going recent provocations from North Korea, and urged North Korea to refrain from nuclear tests, and focus on the economic livelihoods of the public.

29 years for the Korean president to present condolence flowers!

Published on 2012-05-29 18:30:00

Myanmar Rangoon bombing was an assassination attempt against Chun Doo-hwan, the then-President of South Korea, allegedly orchestrated by North Korea. During the visit, president Chun planned to lay a wreath at the Martyrs' Mausoleum to commemorate Aung San, who found the independent Myanmar and was assassinated in 1947. The assassination attempt resulted in 21 people dead and 46 people wounded. After the bombing, Myanmar suspended diplomatic relations with North Korea, and heavily regulated fo [..]

Hopes up high from President Lee's visit to Myanmar!

Published on 2012-05-28 18:39:00

Kimchi, popular at International School of Beijing..!

Published on 2012-05-28 18:16:00

Apparently, world famous well-being fermented food, Kimchi is once again gaining attention at Beijing.

The truth behind North Korean car number plates

Published on 2012-05-28 18:15:00

After Kim Jong-Un took hold of the North Korean regime, the number plate with 727 on cars is becoming increasingly common in Pyeongyang.

The reason why China may become a superpower, but not an advanced country

Published on 2012-05-28 18:11:00

Four South Korean activists have been detained in China since March on suspicion of spying after they interviewed North Korean refugees living in hiding. South Korea's foreign ministry confired the four were arrested in Dalian on charges of 'endangering state security.'

North Korea, repatriate all abductees ASAP!!

Published on 2012-05-28 18:10:00

In a rare incident where North Korea commented on the fate of missing South Koreans, the North stated that the daughter of Tonyeong, Shin Suk-Ja, who gained media attention due to the signature-seeking campaign efforts, has died of hepatitis. There are six more families have submitted petitions to the UN for an inquiry of the abducted South Koreans.

Exhibition of Advanced Information Technology

Published on 2012-05-28 18:09:00

Tens of thousands of people flocked to South Korea's 2012 Yeosu Expo, which opened last week. The 2012 Yeosu Expo opened to the public after four years of preparation, with 104 participating nations showcasing their oceanic culture and science. The Yesu Expo will display advanced oceanic IT technologies, and will even show futuristic submarine cities.

Hopes for a successful Korea, China, Japan, trilateral summit!

Published on 2012-05-16 17:53:00

On the 13th and 14th in Beijing, Korea, China, Japan trilateral summit is being held to enhance cooperation in a variety of areas including security, business, and trade.Over the past years, China has been took side with North Korea, but if there are further provocations or nuclear tests, China will no longer shelter North Korea and implement strict measures.We hope the fifth trilateral summit will enhance cooperation between the three East Asian countries, and lead to a improved security, busin [..]

The world's first expo to hold an opening on the sea...!

Published on 2012-05-16 17:53:00

The world's first expo to hold an opening on the sea, '2012 Yeosu Expo (May 12 ~ Aug 12)' opened upon grand opening to welcome domestic and foreign visitors.

Criticizing North Korean prison camps for using human ashes as fertilizers?

Published on 2012-05-15 18:03:00

Did you know that North Korea's Kim Jong Il is the world's most vicious tyrant? For 30 years, countless number of people have been sent to prison camps, and committed acts of brutality. The prisoners were put in forced labor, beat to death, died of malnutrition to the point that the dead were fed to rats, and human ashes were used as fertilizers.

Another Trouble Maker, China

Published on 2012-05-15 18:03:00

Recently, China and Philippines have been fighting over Scarborough island in South China Sea. Historically, the island has been Philippine territory, and nobody dared to deny that fact.

Korea, China, Japan trilateral talks, a milestone of cooperation?

Published on 2012-05-14 17:49:00

President Lee Myung Bak is visiting China for 3 days to participate in the 5th Korea, China, Japan trilateral summit.

North Korea finally opens its mouth...

Published on 2012-05-14 17:47:00

Despite all hopes of survival, Shin, Suk-Ja has died of hepatitis, and her two daughters are living in Pyeong Yang.The mother and daughter were coerced to go to North Korea in 1985. After her husband, doctor Oh, Kil-Nam escaped from North Korea in 1986, the mother and daughter have been sent to prison camps.If Shin indeed died of hepatitis, shouldn't North Korea should reveal related informations and send Shin's body to South Korea, and let the daughters be reunited with their father, doctor Oh?

The woman who swore to take Kim Jong Un's side till the end...

Published on 2012-05-14 17:27:00

This is a part of an interview from North Korea...

S. Korea, China, Japan agree to launch free trade talks this year

Published on 2012-05-13 19:10:00

A dark age with out freedom of press

Published on 2012-05-13 19:02:00

North Korea has once more been nominated as the country with worst freedom of press, religion, and expression.North Korea oppresses information, and even the media that's being used for state propagandas are under heavy surveillance and control of the state. The internet is heavily restricted to the very few. There is almost no exchange with the outside world.The reason for the oppression is freedom of press will hinder maintaining the oppressive regime. So, they control the media by only praisi [..]

Big Bang wins at Best Fan award at 2012 MTV Italy

Published on 2012-05-13 18:59:00

Big Bang won Best Fan award at 2012 MTV TRL Awards at Italy May 5th.The TMV TRL Awars began in 2006 to honor Italy's most favored artists and their music videos in the industry, and Big Bang became the first Asian singer to win the award.The 'Best Fan' category of the awards is decided by online voting of worldwide fans.Other nominees in the same category were world stars such as pop star Avril Lavigne, famous idol group One Direction, and more.Big Bang last year have won 'Best Worldwide Act' ba [..]

S. Korea set to launch multipurpose satellite next week

Published on 2012-05-10 18:11:00

South Korea will launch a multipurpose satellite equipped with a high-resolution camera that can provide detailed meteorological observations of the earth from a Japanese space center next week, the government said Tuesday.

You are punished because you deserve it!!

Published on 2012-05-10 18:10:00

Recently, UN security council put three NK state firms, Amroggang Development Banking Corporation, Green Pine Associated Corporation, and Korea Heunjing Trading Company, on sanctions black list over the country's rocket launch by freezing assets against the three enterprises that are financing and organizing NK's missile and nuclear programs.UN security council resolution 1874, adopted in year 2009, demands NK to stop all actions of launching ballistic missiles, ban trading with related weapon s [..]

NK threatening SK by jamming GPS signals

Published on 2012-05-10 18:10:00

North Korea's GPS jamming against civilian aircraft is being continued for a week. Due to the GPS attack, 329 Korean aircraft and 14 foreign aircraft, and 1 US military aircraft have been affected.Fortunately, none of the flights were in danger because planes can use other navigation devices like the very-high frequency omni-directional range and inertial navigation systems.This is an unprecedented indiscriminate attack worldwide caused by the world's menace, NK.Not only did NK fire rockets desp [..]

Luxury hotels at 2012 Yeosu Expo

Published on 2012-05-09 17:59:00

This is one of six luxury hotels that opened in Yeosu early this year ahead of the 2012 Expo in the South Korean port city, 455 kilometers south of Seoul. The number will increase to 11, with five hotels located within a one-hour driving distance from the city, providing a total of 1,299 rooms. Reservations are available via the official homepage of the 2012 Yeosu Expo (www.expo2012.kr). The Expo takes place from May 12 through Aug. 12 under the theme, "The Living Ocean and Coast." More than 100 [..]

N. Korea faxes propaganda messages to S. Korean groups

Published on 2012-05-09 17:59:00

Gov't plans to buoy domestic demand amid global woes

Published on 2012-05-09 17:58:00

S.Korea's trade with China lags far behind Japan

Published on 2012-05-08 00:43:00

South Korea's trade with China lagged behind Japan in the first quarter of this year due to fierce competition from a rival exporting country in the world's most populous market, a Chinese government report showed Tuesday.

China to stop aid if NK proceeds with 3rd nuke test

Published on 2012-05-08 00:37:00

World media NK experts believe NK will proceed with the 3rd nuclear test in order to make up for the failed missile launch.NK last 13th have tested a missile launch amidst widespread criticism from China, Korea, US and Russia.Recently, China has been put in a awkward position due to NK's disorderly actions.As the situation worsens, Hu Jintao, China's leader, is voicing discontent, and have announced that China would stop all aid of oil, food, and necessities, if NK proceeds with the nuclear test [..]

Exposing the worst place on earth

Published on 2012-05-06 18:37:00

A United States NGO called North Korean Human Rights Organization exposed the cruel reality of human rights violation at North Korean concentration camps through the interviews of 60 North Koreans, consisting of former prisoners and guards of the camps.Currently there are 150,000 people imprisoned in these camps, who are going through unimaginable torture and brutality every single day. The reality of this despicable crime is shocking countless people around the world.Examples of the North Korea [..]

A Living, Breathing Ocean, Yeon-Ahn

Published on 2012-05-06 18:34:00

Yeo-Soo, a mesmerizing port city filled with natural beauty, is hosting a 3 month long Yeosoo Expo (5.12~8.12) in 2012, and it is more than prepared to welcome its guests. The reason why the 2012 Yeosoo Expo is gaining so much attention is because of its unique theme 'The Living Ocean and Coast', and its emphasis the 'Unity of Sea and Land, Humanity and Nature, Past and Future'. 2012 Yeosoo Expo will host 100 nations worldwide as well as 5 international organizations for 93 days. Each day is pa [..]

Well-being Makgeolli Ad appears at Times Square

Published on 2012-05-06 18:32:00

After last year's Bibimbop ad and Dokdo ad featured at Times Square, a Well-being Makgeolli ad appeared on the electronic display at Times Square and is garnering a lot of attention.

A Korean film "Taste of Money" submitted to Cannes Film Festival

Published on 2012-05-06 18:27:00

The 65th Cannes Film Festival will be held throughout May.

Come to Yeosu Expo 2012

Published on 2012-05-04 00:34:00

A robot fish on a scientific mission shoots lasers from its nose, its tail swinging as it swims around a tank. It's part of an effort to showcase technology at Expo 2012, which opens for three months on May 12 in Yeosu, South Korea, with a theme focused on the ocean.Organizers have coined the term "seavilization" to promote the event in this southern coastal city. It's the first expo to be held in South Korea since 1993, and millions of visitors from around the world are expected to attend. Its [..]

IUCN admits the validity of Jeju Naval Base construction

Published on 2012-05-02 21:06:00

The validity of Korea's Jeju naval base construction was brought into light and controversy for a few years. The IUCN, International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources, have stated that the construction of Jeju naval base is inevitable.

The Escape for Survival, However...

Published on 2012-05-02 21:06:00

Recently select groups of the Chinese media reported that the Chinese government will no longer send captured North Korean defectors back to North Korea. However, this news article proved to be false information.

When will it ever end, NK?

Published on 2012-04-30 19:14:00

It is highly likely that the UEW at Yongbyon is not the only uranium enrichment installation in North Korea. At least one other workshop would have been needed to serve as a test bed for pilot cascades of P-1 and P-2 centrifuges prior to the beginning of semi-industrial scale enrichment operations. Such an installation should have a few hundred centrifuges. While no uranium hexafluoride (UF6) fabrication plant has been located in the North, its existence has been traced as far back as 2000, when [..]

Expo 2012 Yeosu Korea count down begins!!

Published on 2012-04-30 00:07:00

For 3 months starting May, Korea's southern coastal city, Yeosu will host 'Expo 2012 Yeosu Korea,' with the theme of "The Living Ocean, and Coast." Therefore, I will introduce to you the major attractions of the romantic city of Yeosu. ♠

The unsolved IHO decisions...

Published on 2012-04-27 00:32:00

The IHO(International Hydrographic Organization) meeting held in 2007 discussed the "East Sea, Sea of Japan" dispute between Korea and Japan. The dispute was based on the publishing of an official map of the oceans, and whether to include both East Sea and the Sea of Japan notation or not. Despite a much heated debate, the meeting ending with no straightforward results.

2012 Goyang International Flower Olympiad

Published on 2012-04-27 00:31:00

The ensemble of 20 billion flowers, '2012 Goyang International Flower Olympiad,' starts from the coming 26th to May 13th at the Goyang Lake Park.Floriculture companies from 40 countries all over the world from Netherlands, U.S., Colombia, Japan will participate at the world's largest flower exposition, Goyang International Flower Olympiad. This year, companies from 11 countries including Cambodia, Egypt, Nepal, and Cameroon will partcipate at the expo and will provide visitors lots to see.Apart [..]

Tragedy concealed by flashy fireworks

Published on 2012-04-27 00:30:00

The U.S. government urged North Korea to stop all provocations including nuclear testing, and focus on domestic policies.The North Korea must show its will to follow its international responsibility by takin g care of its people and stopping autarky policies and reforming the country.In fact, North Korea is currently going under serious food, and economic crisis, which is forcing its people, including the elite, normal, military personnels, to hunt for rats, snakes, frog eggs, and tadpoles. Howe [..]

N. Korea renews military threats against S. Korea

Published on 2012-04-25 21:04:00

North Korea on Wednesday renewed its threat to stage a retaliatory sacred war against South Korean President Lee Myung-bak for insulting its new leader Kim Jong-un."Our military and people will cut off the windpipes" of those who provoke and destroy the origins of the provocation by staging a retaliatory sacred war, said Ri Yong-ho, a senior military officer, in a televised speech marking the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Korean People's Army.The bespectacled chief of the General Staff [..]

Pyongyang’s hysteria

Published on 2012-04-25 17:19:00

Amid growing worries that North Korea may soon carry out a nuclear test or launch attacks on South Korea, the U.S. urged Pyongyang Tuesday to use its energy and resources instead to improve the livelihood of its people.Media reports based on unidentified intelligence sources suggest that the North may have almost completed preparations for another underground nuclear experiment.It has also threatened to carry out "special military actions" against the South.The DPRK is the acronym for the commun [..]

North Korea, you goin' nuts??

Published on 2012-04-23 18:32:00

North Korea threatened Monday to launch special military actions against key South Korean targets, further escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula following the North's botched rocket launch.The military warned in a statement carried by state media that it would launch "special actions" soon against the South Korean government and conservative media.However, there was no outward sign of tension on the North Korean side of the Demilitarized Zone. At Panmunjom, small groups of tourists were to [..]

North Korea Expelled from Axis of Evil: Ahmadinejad Cites ‘Lack of Evil’

Published on 2012-04-22 22:46:00

Just hours after an embarrassing launch of a rocket that crashed to the ground in a little over a minute, North Korea suffered another blow to its prestige as it was expelled from the Axis of Evil.The decision was announced by the presiding Chairman of the Axis of Evil, Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, who cited as the reason for the expulsion North Korea’s evident “lack of evil.”“There are a lot of evil countries out there, Iran for one, who are trying to terrify the world by deve [..]

The Little Puppet, Kim Jong Un

Published on 2012-04-22 18:16:00

5 months have passed since Kim Jong Un took over the leadership of North korea after the former leader Kim Jong Il passed away. Then, what kind of changes took place in North Korea during that 5 months?Under the dictatorship, everything including political system and economy greatly depends on the characteristics of its leader, and it is no exaggeration to say that the type of leader can determine the fate of that country.However, although 5months already have passed since Kim Jong Un succeeded [..]

Angry World

Published on 2012-04-22 17:57:00

Just found this hilarious clip... LOL

Kim Jong-Un needs to be sent to a madhouse

Published on 2012-04-22 17:52:00

North Korea's failed Kwangmyeongsung-3 satellite launch was for a 5 year long space development project and the long-range rocket technology was to be used for stationary satellite development.From what I know, North Korea spent more than 800 million dollars developing Kwangmyeongsung-3. With this budget, all of North Korean can buy 2 year worth of rice. However, this money was wasted by creating a stationary satellite.At the moment, many North Koreans are starving to death. How can Kim Jong Un [..]

North Korea threatens to blast Seoul to ashes

Published on 2012-04-22 17:50:00

After the failed launch of long-range missiles, North Korea's cornered-leader, Kim Jong Un, has been blaming the Korean government and threatened by saying, "North Korea would blast everything in Seoul to ashes."Since the age, experience, knowledge-wisely lacking leader, Kim Jong-Un has no progress to gain support of his people, he tries to use the Nuclear test, and missile test cards as an attempt to change the flow.However, it was an epic failure.North Korea argued that the 'rocket' launch was [..]

Arms Race in Korea

Published on 2012-04-19 19:41:00

North Korea is more likely to fire off missiles or trigger national clashes near the border with South Korea than conduct another nuclear test in the near future, a U.S. security expert said Wednesday."I think there will be more provocations, probably missile launches. I am still skeptical that there is going to be a nuclear test in the short term," Frederick Fleitz, formerly a CIA official, told Yonhap News Agency after attending a congressional hearing."I think missile launches are very likely [..]

Is Kim Jong Un Preparing to Become North Korea's Economic Reformer?

Published on 2012-04-19 19:39:00

When young Kim Jong Un stood before the assembled throngs in Pyongyang on April 15, insisting that come hell or high water he would persist with his father's "military first" policies — even in the wake of a humiliating failed missile launch — the young dictator uttered one sentence that was mostly ignored in the speech's aftermath: "It is the party' steadfast determination to ensure that the people will never have to tighten their belt again, and make sure they enjoy the riches and affluenc [..]

Update on Ieodo

Published on 2012-04-18 23:53:00

Hamburg,

Foreign media in North Korea: openness or propaganda?

Published on 2012-04-17 19:34:00

North Korea, one of the most secretive nations on Earth, has invited nearly 200 foreign journalists and thrown open the doors of its space programme in a dramatic gesture seen as either a propaganda campaign or a new era of openness.

N.Korean leader`s first speech riddled with lies

Published on 2012-04-17 00:01:00

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, who holds the titles of first secretary of the ruling Korean Workers` Party and chairman of the National Defense Commission, made his first public speech for 20 minutes Sunday in a military review at Kim Il Sung Square.

World Bank picks Korean-American Kim as president

Published on 2012-04-16 21:12:00

The World Bank chose Korean-American physician Jim Yong Kim as its next chief in a decision that surprised few but took beating an unprecedented challenge to the US lock on the Bank's presidency.

The Difference between North and South Korea

Published on 2012-04-16 20:33:00

LoL...

Kim Jong Un's first public speech

Published on 2012-04-15 20:56:00

North Korea's new leader Kim Jong-Un delivered his first public speech Sunday and vowed to push for a stronger military as his country unveiled an apparently new missile.Kim addressed cheering troops and citizens waving flowers at a major military parade marking the centenary of the birth of his grandfather and the nation's founder Kim Il-Sung.The parade came just two days after the North's satellite launch fizzled out embarrassingly, when the rocket apparently exploded within minutes of blastof [..]

UN Security Council Members "Deplore" N. Korea Rocket Launch

Published on 2012-04-15 20:45:00

The international community has been vocal in its opposition to North Korea's controversial rocket launch.The 15-member United Nations Security Council, headed by the United States this month, convened an emergency meeting in New York on Friday.Members of the Security Council deplored this launch, which is in violation of Security Council resolutions 1718 and 1874.The resolutions, adopted by the Council after North Korea's nuclear tests in 2006 and 2009, forbid the country from using any nuclear [..]

N. Korea Shows Off New Missile During Parade

Published on 2012-04-15 19:30:00

As part of celebrations marking the centennial of the state's founder Kim Il-sung Pyeongyang showed off nearly 900 units of weaponry Sunday, the largest number of weaponry showcased in North Korea's history.They included a new type of long-range missile, which some experts say could be placed on par with the intercontinental ballistic missile, or ICBM.South Korean and U.S. military sources say the newly unveiled missile is over 18-meters long, and has a range of up to six-thousand kilometers, gi [..]

International Response to NK's rocket launch

Published on 2012-04-12 21:31:00

The international community is reacting strongly to North Korea's launch of a long-range rocket, which failed shortly after liftoff and has been widely seen as a provocation.British Foreign Secretary William Hague issued a statement late Thursday expressing deep concern about the North's action. He said North Korea can expect a strong response from the international community if it continues to develop its missile and nuclear capabilities. He also called on North Korea to suspend all missile and [..]

Weapon of Mass Dysfunction (title from Huff Post)

Published on 2012-04-12 21:19:00

The long-awaited launch of North Korea's Kwangmyongsong-3 satellite has finally happened — and apparently has ended in failure. Now what?

The reason why NK failed the rocket launch...

Published on 2012-04-12 18:56:00

No wonder it failed....

The 'Korean' Way of Drinking Soju

Published on 2012-04-11 19:21:00

Ending North Korea’s Nuclear Ambitions: The Need for Stronger Chinese Action

Published on 2012-04-11 19:20:00

North Korea has recently taken a series ofprovocative steps to challenge the international community. These steps includetest-launching a long-range rocket, walking away from the six-party talks andall disarmament agreements, kicking out international inspectors from itsnuclear facilities, conducting an underground nuclear test May 25-a morepowerful blast than the one conducted in 2006-testing a half-dozen short-rangemissiles, and announcing it had resumed plutonium production and started aprogr [..]

Samsung retains top spot in LCD, LED markets

Published on 2012-04-09 19:43:00

South Korean tech behemoth Samsung Electronics Co. retained its No. 1 market share in liquid-crystal display (LCD) and light-emitting diode (LED) monitors in 2011, a market research firm said Monday.DisplaySearch said Samsung's share stood at a combined 15.1 percent, outperforming rivals such as Dell Inc. and Hewlett-Packard Co. that controlled 12.9 percent and 11.2 percent of the market each.The South Korean company's market share was unchanged from the year before when it ranked first overall [..]

NK nuclear test

Published on 2012-04-09 18:41:00

Yesterday, I wrote a post about North Korean rocket launch.On top of that news,

N. Korea's rocket fueling imminent

Published on 2012-04-09 00:09:00

NorthKorea is expected to begin fueling a long-range rocket soon, the final steptoward its launch set for as early as this week. Accordingto officials on the condition, North Korea has only fueling remaining aftercompleting the installation of three stages of boosters on a launch pad. And fuelingis expected to begin soon, considering it usually takes two to three days.What’sworse is that if North Korea succeeds, it’s going to cripple South Korea’sreputation as a IT superpower. South Korea [..]

North Koreans starving to death

Published on 2012-04-05 18:44:00

It's probably no longer news about North Koreans starving to death. But this year, the number of people dying of starvation spiked this year.The reason for this is there was a major flood in Hwang-Hae province of NK last year, which devastated the crops.On top of this, the death of Kim Jong Il exacerbated the problem. If you follow North Korean news, you probably know that Kim Jong Un, the young leader of NK, ordered its people to stop all economic activity to mourn his father for 100 days.Decre [..]

Visit the New NK

Published on 2012-04-05 02:29:00

Just found a hilarious video, wanted to share:

5 N.K. defectors arrive in S. Korea after 3 years in China

Published on 2012-04-04 23:22:00

Five North Korean defectors have arrived in South Korea after spending three years in a South Korean consulate in China, a South Korean official said Wednesday.China has allowed them to travel to South Korea via a third country, the official said, a step Beijing usually takes to handle those involved in high-profile cases.China arrests and repatriates fugitives from North Korea, considering them to be economic migrants rather than potential refugees.South Korea and international rights groups ha [..]

Economic Sanctions Against NK: Do we need more of it?

Published on 2012-04-04 18:56:00

Economic sanctions are imposed against North Korea for four primary

Kim Jong-un did not adapt well to school in Switzerland: report

Published on 2012-04-03 18:22:00

A news report has said that

U.S., Japanese defense chiefs discuss N. Korea's rocket move

Published on 2012-04-03 18:22:00

The top defense officials of the United States and Japan held telephone consultations Tuesday over a potential missile launch by North Korea later this month. Apparently,

Comfort women ad in NY Times

Published on 2012-04-02 19:42:00

This is an advertisement published on March 28, 2012 on the 11th page of The New York Times, featuring ex-comfort women who have been staging rallies in front of the Japanese Embassy in Seoul every Wednesday since January 1992. They are part of an estimated 200,000 Asian women, mostly Koreans, who were forcibly taken to serve the Japanese army during World War II. The comfort women issue is pressing as most surviving comfort women are well over 80 years old. They call for Japan's apology and com [..]

Anti-Beijing protest in Seoul

Published on 2012-04-02 19:40:00

A group of vocalists sings in front of the Chinese Embassy in Seoul on April 2, 2012, after participating in a candlelight vigil by activists to demand Beijing scrap plans to repatriate detained North Korean defectors.

Korean food reception in Paris

Published on 2012-04-02 19:39:00

Hur Kyung-wook, the South Korean Ambassador to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), speaks during a reception in Paris on April 2, 2012, to tourism officials from 40 countries and foreign representatives to the OCED. The South Korean delegation and the state-run Korea Foundation hosted the reception to promote traditional Korean cuisine, known as "hansik."

Rocket to cost North equivalent of feeding 19 mil. for 1 year

Published on 2012-04-02 19:38:00

This month's long-range rocket launch will cost North Korea some US$850 million, the equivalent of feeding 19 million people for one year, intelligence authorities in Seoul estimated Monday.According to the estimate, revealed by a military official, construction of the launch site is expected to cost the North $400 million, while the rocket and its payload will cost $300 million and $150 million, respectively.Source: Yonhap News Agency

China, Russia plan naval war exercises next month

Published on 2012-04-01 19:14:00

China says it will join Russia in naval war games starting next month in the Sea of Japan and the Yellow Sea.The official Xinhua News Agency quoted Defense Ministry spokesman Yang Yujun as saying Thursday that the exercise will begin in late April and run into May. The specific locations were not disclosed.Yang says the joint exercise is aimed at improving cooperation and ensuring stability in the Asia-Pacific region.China and Russia have conducted several joint military exercises since 2005 wit [..]

N. Korea completes electing new leader Kim as party delegate

Published on 2012-04-01 19:11:00

N. Korea to hold key party conference on April 11 ahead of rocket launch

Published on 2012-04-01 19:10:00

Foreign ministers of S. Korea, China, Japan to hold talks on N. Korea

Published on 2012-03-29 18:49:00

Leaders make fresh commitments toward safer world without nuclear terror

Published on 2012-03-27 18:15:00

Global leaders made fresh commitments Tuesday toward building a safer world without nuclear terrorism, presenting pledged reductions of weapons-grade fissile material, either completed or under way, as evidence that the two-year-old Nuclear Security Summit process is working.The two-day gathering in Seoul of leaders and high-level representatives from 53 countries and four major organizations around the world ended with a joint declaration, dubbed the "Seoul Communique."

Korean Grilling on Glass, at Kristalbelli

Published on 2012-03-27 18:09:00

Coming to Midtown before Christmas: Kristalbelli, Manhattan’s latest entry in the global quest to make Korean barbecue upscale, not just popular. Its chef, David Shim, has worked at Gramercy Tavern, L’Atelier de Joel Robuchon and Veritas. He promises Wagyu beef, organic vegetables, pork belly and the usual prize morsels for grilling.But the main attraction will be the grills themselves. Each unit, set in the center of the table, is made of a single piece of crystal, with infrared heat that w [..]

World leaders to endorse specific actions to counter nuclear terrorism

Published on 2012-03-26 23:00:00

World leaders gathered for a second summit on nuclear security are poised to approve more specific plans and new pledges of action to prevent nuclear terrorism and ensure atomic safety, diplomats said Tuesday.

On Cheonan anniversary, Seoul presses N. Korea to quit rocket launch

Published on 2012-03-26 21:29:00

South Korean Prime Minister Kim Hwang-sik pressed North Korea on Monday to call off its planned rocket launch next month that could invite further international sanctions.Kim said a long-range rocket launch is a violation of a U.N. Security Council resolution and a grave provocation to international peace and security. The North announced that it would launch a rocket between April 12 and 16 to put an earth observation satellite into orbit as part of its peaceful space program.

S. Korea ready for nuke summit

Published on 2012-03-25 19:43:00

A night view of the Convention and Exhibition Center (Coex) in southern Seoul, the venue for the Nuclear Security Summit, on March 25, 2012. Set for March 26-27, the summit will include discussions on ways to counter nuclear terrorism, with representatives from 53 nations and four international organizations, including 44 heads of state, set to attend.

Obama to have broader diplomatic issues in mind during DMZ trek

Published on 2012-03-25 19:31:00

Staring at North Korea through binoculars at the heavily fortified land border with South Korea, U.S. President Barack Obama will attempt to send a message not only to Pyongyang but also to Teheran, another recalcitrant regime in the eyes of western officials, a U.S. newspaper said Saturday.Obama's trip to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), which former President Bill Clinton called "the scariest place on Earth" during his own visit, is apparently aimed at boosting his image as the "sole commander-in [..]

UN's Ban to raise N. Korea launch at Seoul summit

Published on 2012-03-22 19:21:00

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said on Thursday that he would raise North Korea's planned rocket launch at a Seoul nuclear summit next week, expressing "deep concern" over the issue.

President Obama may visit Korean DMZ

Published on 2012-03-21 23:35:00

In a special commencement this month, it was announced that President Barack Obama is due to visit the demilitarized zone on South Korea‘s border with the North on Sunday before a nuclear summit in Seoul.The United States president’s trip to the area separating the north and south on the Korean peninsula comes amidst increased tension over Pyongyang‘s plan to launch a rocket next month. His visit will be a show of support for South Korea, said the White House. There are currently about 28, [..]

Korean Film: Architecutre 101 (건축학개론)

Published on 2012-03-20 23:32:00

Although Architecture 101 (건축학개론) will premiere tomorrow, I got the opportunity to go to a preview screening. Long story short, the film was actually pretty good mainly because Suzy was in it (하악하악~).Suzy took on the role of the young Seo-yun, who develops ties with Lee Je-hoon's role. The two college freshmen fall in love with each other but never confess their love because they don't have the courage. Later on, the future Seo Yun (Han Ga-in) goes to see Seung-min (Uhm Tae-woo [..]

Kim Jong-Un, basically killing everybody...

Published on 2012-03-20 23:12:00

Kim Jong Un has been getting criticisms from all over the world for his

Obama likely to visit land border of two Koreas

Published on 2012-03-13 21:30:00

The White House indicated Tuesday that President Barack Obama will tour the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), which separates the two Koreas, during his visit to South Korea later this month."A visit to the DMZ would be reflective of the president's commitment to both security on the Korean Peninsula and the need for North Korea to live up to its international obligations, give up its nuclear weapons program and return to the community of nations," White House Press Secretary Jay Carney said at a press [..]

Hyundai E&C says wins $1.5 billion Saudi alumina project

Published on 2012-03-12 19:04:00

SEOUL (Reuters) - South Korea's Hyundai Engineering & Construction Co Ltd said on Monday that it has been awarded an about $1.5 billion order to build an alumina refinery in Saudi Arabia.Hyundai said in a regulatory filing that it would carry out engineering, procurement, construction and pre-commissioning work for the 1.8 million-tonne-per-year refinery, confirming an earlier announcement by Saudi Arabia's state-run Maaden.Source: http://news.yahoo.com/hyundai-e-c-says-wins-1-5-billion-06195745 [..]

Ieodo

Published on 2012-03-12 18:14:00

South Korea called in China's ambassador on Monday and lodged a formal protest against reported remarks by a senior Beijing official that laid jurisdictional claim to a submerged South Korean outcropping of rock in the waters south of Jeju Island, Seoul officials said Monday.The issue surrounding Ieodo recently surfaced after local media reported Liu Xigui, chief of China's State Oceanic Administration, claimed in an interview with China's Xinhua news that the outcropping lies under Beijing's ju [..]

'K-food' to be next big thing in Korean wave

Published on 2012-03-12 18:10:00

The nation’s top agricultural bureaucrat expects that the next big thing in the Korean wave, dubbed hallyu, could be Korean food, or “K-food,” which he says will follow K-pop in chalking up global popularity. Minister for Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries and Food Suh Kyu-yong projected during a recent interview with The Korea Times that 10 years should be enough for Korean cuisine to receive worldwide recognition. Watch the MV of K-Food Party by Wondergirls, the Ambassador of Korean Agri [..]

"Wish Tree" event held in hope for a successful Seoul Nuclear Security Summit

Published on 2012-03-11 20:56:00

The second Nuclear Security Summit in Seoul, Korea is set to start in 20 days. The Korean ministry of foreign affiars and the ministry of culture, sports and tourism held a "wish tree" event in the Millenium Hall of Incheon International Airport.The 'Wish Tree' event was set to share the spirit of the '12 Nuclear Security Summit with a wider audience, as part of the Korean government's efforts towards the success of the summit and increased awareness among the people. Singer Park, Jung-Hyun, the [..]

S. Korea, Turkey strike deal on key issues in FTA talks

Published on 2012-03-11 20:51:00

South Korea and Turkey agreed on key issues such as tariff concessions and dispute settlement schemes in their free trade talks, Seoul's trade ministry said Sunday, raising the prospect of the two countries soon concluding their free trade negotiations.During the four-day meeting in Seoul that started on Wednesday, both countries reached an agreement on tariff concessions and other key issues, while negotiations for service and investment are going to continue, the ministry said.Source: Turkey, [..]

N. Korean orchestra arrives in Paris for joint concert with French orchestra

Published on 2012-03-11 20:47:00

A North Korean orchestra arrived in Paris on Sunday for a joint concert later this week with a French orchestra led by renowned South Korean conductor Chung Myung-whun, according to Pyongyang's official Korean Central News Agency.The Unhasu Orchestra's arrival came three days before it plans to hold the concert with the Radio France Philharmonic Orchestra on Wednesday. Chung, who set up the concert during a visit to Pyongyang in September, will direct the performance.The KCNA said in a brief dis [..]

50 N. Korean orphans defected to China in late Feb.: lawmaker

Published on 2012-03-08 22:01:00

A South Korean opposition lawmaker revealed Thursday that a group of 50 North Korean orphans defected from their impoverished homeland late last month, while it is not known whether they have been caught by Chinese authorities. Rep. Park Sun-young of the conservative minor Liberty Forward Party said 50 children fled from an orphanage in the northern Yanggang Province in late February, adding she has been holding the information acquired from sources in China due to their safety. "Fortunately, [..]

N. Korean defector publishes autobiography in French

Published on 2012-03-08 21:57:00

A North Korean defector recently published a book of her nine-year journey to reach South Korea from her communist homeland, saying she hopes to raise awareness of the plight of others like her.The book, co-written with a French journalist in Seoul, tells the story of the defector who goes by the name of Kim Eun-sun, 26. She fled the North with her mother in 1997 after two earlier unsuccessful attempts, and hid in China before arriving in the South nine years later.Source: N. Korean defector pub [..]

Jeju PIRATE Base??

Published on 2012-03-08 20:16:00

This is an extension to yesterday's post on Jeju naval base.Apparently, Kim Ji Yoon (?) 김지윤 has posted on her twitter this message:제주 해적 기지 건설 반대!Let's oppose Jeju pirate (instead of naval) base construction!This created an nation-wide criticism for calling Korean navy as pirates.Because Kim Ji Yoon is a graduate of Korea university, one of the most prestigious university in Korea, and a young-adult list proportional representative for the United Progressive Party, her [..]

Super Junior to hold concert in Paris

Published on 2012-03-07 22:02:00

Super Junior, a 10-member K-pop group, will hold its first solo concert in Paris next month, according to reports on Wednesday.The Paris show is part of Super Junior's world tour titled "Super Show 4" and will take place on April 6 at Le Zenith de Paris where world-famous stars including Neyo, the Pussycat Dolls and the Jonas Brothers have performed.The boy band performed for French fans at the same venue last year along with other K-pop artists under SM Entertainment.In December, the group perf [..]

Jeju Naval Base Faces Strong Protest

Published on 2012-03-07 18:31:00

What’s more important: the environment or national security?That question is at the heart of the debate and protests happening at a scenic village on the southern island of Jeju, where the government is pushing ahead with the construction of a naval base.On Wednesday, construction crews began to dynamite rocky areas to prepare for a caisson and other structures to begin construction of docks. The crews transported the explosive materials by ship, avoiding protesters who blocked roads on the is [..]

North Koreans = Hollywood Actors

Published on 2012-03-06 18:54:00

The series of photos were released by Associated Press yesterday. The photos were taken on March 4th. It was to show off the training at Hwanhaedo, an island in the West Sea (Yellow Sea) located in close proximity with the ROK.If you look at the photos carefully you will notice that there's a lot of things that are unnatural...I mean, wtf uses decorated silver pistols and rifles when they are training?I wonder, if they are even functioning guns...Source: '진짜 총인지…' 최남단 北군인 [..]

Kim Jong-Un must be really pissed...

Published on 2012-03-06 18:47:00

If you read my post, Kim Jong Un, pissed about a propaganda, the new leader is one very sensitive man... who probably loves the code of Hammurabi.In addition to the criticism, Kim ordered his soldiers to train with the ROK president and defense minister, Kim Kwan Jin's name as the target.Oh yeah, "eye for an eye" is so mature Kim Jong-Un.

First Korean to become president of the Oxford Union

Published on 2012-03-06 18:35:00

22 year old John Lee (이승윤) has been elected as the next president of the Oxford Union. The second-year Lee, studying politics, philosophy, and economics, is the first Korean student to become president of he prestigious debate club, Oxford Union.Oxford Union, is a debating society in the city of Oxford, Britain, whose membership is drawn primarily but not exclusively from the University of Oxford. Founded in 1823, it is Britain's second oldest University Union (only the Cambridge Union Soc [..]

2 crewmembers found dead after fire on South Korea fishing boat in Uruguay

Published on 2012-03-06 00:50:00

Uruguayan firefighters say they have found the bodies of two people who died when a South Korean fishing vessel caught fire.Fire department spokesman Leandro Palomeque says the bodies were found near the machine room of the Jung Woo 3. The vessel caught fire Saturday morning and firefighters were still trying to extinguish the fire on Monday.Palomeque says the vessel had 300,000 liters (79,000 gallons) of fuel oil. Officials had it towed out of the Montevideo port to keep it from setting other b [..]

South Korea wins rights to explore UAE oil fields

Published on 2012-03-06 00:45:00

Two South Korean companies secured rights Monday to hunt for crude oil in three undeveloped oil fields in the United Arab Emirates, offering the energy-hungry Asian nation greater access to Mideast oil.Read more: http://www.nctimes.com/business/south-korea-wins-rights-to-explore-uae-oil-fields/article_eeace64d-5c0e-5859-af0a-335bb07ca7d5.html#ixzz1oJhBftPb

The Korean Restaurant that ranked 8th in "101 Best Restaurants in America for 2012"

Published on 2012-03-05 18:52:00

Have you ever been to New York-based Korean-fusion restaurant Momofuku Ssam Bar?This restaurant was ranked 8th by New York Magazine's "101 Best Restaurants in America for 2012."Momofuku Ssam Bar is a casual, loud restaurant with an inventive menu that is constantly changing. The restaurant bases its menu on 'Ssam.' Their most popular menus are Bossam based meals like the 'Steamed Pork Buns,' which uses Chinese bread, hoisin, cucumber pickle, scallions, unsaturated prok bacon, etc. as ingredients [..]

'Shinhwa' hopes to remain Korea's longest-running boy band

Published on 2012-03-05 18:48:00

South Korea's popular K-pop group "Shinhwa" said Monday it wants to remain the country's longest-running "boy band" as it announced plans for a new album and concerts after four years away from the stage.Source: 'Shinhwa' hopes to remain Korea's longest-running boy band

24 venues open 24 hours in Seoul

Published on 2012-03-04 21:56:00

In Seoul, no one goes home by midnight. In fact, many of the city's night owls emerge around then, to enjoy the nocturnal entertainments that kep this perpetually lit city humming till dawn. The unintended side effect of this city-wide insomnia is that travelers from another time zone don't have to feel alone when they wake up at 2 a.m. and crave breakfast. They can join the thousands of other Seoulites on the street, who, despite their lack of jet lag, apparently feel the same way. Because n [..]

Celebrities hold concert against China's repatriation of NK defectors

Published on 2012-03-04 19:34:00

Some 30 South Korean celebrities held a concert in Seoul to urge China not to repatriate North Korean defectors. The celebrities, including popular TV actor Cha In-pyo and his actress wife Shin Ae-ra, has recently formed an organization called "Cry with us" with 30 teenagers who defected from North Korea, to help defectors caught in China.During the concert slated for Sunday at Yonsei University's main campus in Seoul, the group issued a letter of appeal written in Korean, Chinese and English, [..]

Kim Jong Un, pissed about a propaganda

Published on 2012-03-04 18:32:00

North Korea threatened "sacred war" against the South in a huge rally in the capital Sunday just days after the secretive state agreed with the United States to suspend its nuclear weapons tests and allow back international nuclear inspectors.Tens of thousands of slogan-chanting North Koreans rallied in Pyongyang vowing to "wipe out" South Korean President Lee Myung-Bak's "traitors" whom they accused of defaming their new leader, Kim Jong-un, and of staging inflammatory war games with the Unite [..]

President Lee Shufflin'?

Published on 2012-03-01 19:42:00

President Lee is dancing at the Young Adult CEO academy of SBC.Hope his dance skills are better than how he manages the Korean economy...

North Korean Nuke Deal

Published on 2012-03-01 19:30:00

Pyongyang promises to rein in its nuclear program if the U.S. sends food, offering a faint hope that Kim Jong Un will lead his nation in a peaceful new direction.In a surprise breakthrough, North Korea agreed Wednesday to stop nuclear tests, uranium enrichment, and long-range missile launches, and will submit to checks by nuclear inspectors. The price? Nearly 250,000 metric tons of food aid from the U.S. Of course, the impoverished, hermit kingdom has gone back on plenty of promises in the past. [..]

Lee Seung Gi's comeback: King2Hearts

Published on 2012-02-28 19:39:00

Some pictures of Lee Seung Gi and Ha Ji Won on the set have recently been released.On February 27, MBC TV released some pictures taken on February 7 on the set of its new drama series King2Hearts. In the pictures, Ha and Lee are dressed in a North Korean officer’s uniform and a South Korean officer’s uniform, respectively.Ha is playing the role of Kim Hang Ah, a female drill instructor of North Korean special forces, and Lee is playing the role of Lee Jae Ha, a spoiled, carefree South Korean [..]

Repatriation of North Korean Refugees

Published on 2012-02-28 19:30:00

China is a member nation of both the "Convention relating to the status of refugees," and the "Protocol relating to the status of refugees." However, it refuses to recognize North Korean defectors as refugees.By a series of secret contracts sgined in early 1960s, the "Mutual Transfer of Defectors and Criminals Treaty between North Korea and China," and the "1986 Mutual Cooperation Protocol for the Work of Maintaining National Security and Social Order in the Border Areas between China and North [..]

S. Korea Develops Active Protection System for Armor

Published on 2012-02-28 18:43:00

South Korea developed an indigenous active protection system for defending armored fighting vehicles from anti-tank weapons, the country’s arms procurement agency announced Feb. 28.The Korean Active Protection System (KAPC), developed by the state-funded Agency for Defense Development (ADD), uses a three-dimensional detection/tracking radar and a thermal imager to detect incoming warheads, such as anti-tank guided missiles, according to the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA).The [..]

Singer Rain takes a rain check on frontline soldiering

Published on 2012-02-27 19:54:00

South Korean pop icon Rain will serve as an "entertainment soldier" for the remainder of his two years of compulsory military service, according to the defence ministry. Rain will appear in television and radio programmes of the Korean Forces Network, a broadcaster run by the ministry to boost morale, and take part in weekly concert tours to military units across the country. "As he is a singer and dancer, he will do well as an 'entertainment soldier'," a ministry official told AFP on Friday. Fa [..]

North Korean Leader Threatens ‘Retaliatory Strike’ Against South

Published on 2012-02-27 18:34:00

The North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has ordered the military to launch a “powerful retaliatory strike” if provoked by the South, the North’s state-run media reported on Sunday.Mr. Kim’s statement, issued during a visit to military units on the country’s southern coast that faces a string of islands manned by South Korean marines, comes a day before the United States and South Korea are scheduled to begin a massive joint military exercise.Source: New York Times

Naver, Korea's Internet Search Engine

Published on 2012-02-27 18:22:00

One very interesting thing to note about Korea is that Koreans have their own search engine, Naver. Korea is one of the very few countries that Google was unable to gain market share.Although Google is loved by most of internet users for its simplicity, and accuracy, it just lacks contents compared to Naver. Apart from being a search engine, Naver also has its own contents, such as Naver Webtoons, and encourages users to actively post their ideas, blogs, etc. by publishing it in the front page [..]

Forbes Korea: K-POP

Published on 2012-02-26 22:08:00

Forbes Korea: Top 20 Power Celebrities1.) Girls’ Generation2.) Big Bang3.) IU4.) KARA5.) Kim Yuna (World Champion Figure Skater & Olympic Gold Medalist)6.) Lee Seung Gi (Actor / Singer)7.) Park Ji Sung (Midfielder for Manchester United & former Captain of Korean National Soccer Team)8.) Kim Tae Hee (Actress / Model)9.) B2ST10.) Park Tae Hwan (Champion Swimmer & Olympic Gold Medalist)11.) 2PM12.) Kang Ho Dong (Comedian / MC)13.) JYJ14.) Shin Se Kyung (Actress)15.) TVXQ16.) Super Junior17.) T-AR [..]

N. Korea's per-capita GDP grows 4.7 pct in 2011

Published on 2012-02-26 21:57:00

North Korea's per-capita gross domestic product probably expanded more than 4 percent in 2011 from a year earlier on an improved grain harvest and intensified state efforts, a report said Sunday.The North's per-capita GDP for last year is estimated at US$720, up 4.7 percent from $688 a year earlier, Hyundai Research Institute said in the report based on the communist country's infant mortality rate and grain production.Btw $720 is 3% of what an average South Korean gets in a year...Source: N. Ko [..]

Korean Beer

Published on 2012-02-23 23:00:00

For those of you who don't know yet, Koreans usually drink soju, but beer is also a popular drink in Korea, often a substitute to those who don't like soju, and a complement to soju when making so-maek (soju+beer).As a freshman at uni studying economics, drinking soju is the cheapest and fastest way to get drunk, thereby making it the most efficient choice. However, that was when I wasn't working my ass off. When my wallet was no more deprived of money after starting various part-time jobs, I ch [..]

N. Koreans' life expectancy ranks 151st in world

Published on 2012-02-23 22:12:00

The average North Korean can expect to live 69.2 years, placing the nation 151st (out of 221 countries) in the world in terms of life expectancy, recent U.S. government data showed. Meanwhile South Koreans live 79.3 years on average, placing the nation 41st in the world in terms of life expectancy. North Koreatotal population: 69.2 years male: 65.34 years female: 73.24 years (2012 est.)South Koreatotal population: 79.3 years male: 76.12 years female: 82.7 years (2012 est.)But I doubt that North [..]

Soccer: South Korea book seventh successive Olympic spot

Published on 2012-02-23 00:19:00

South Korea reached their seventh successive Olympic Games with a game to spare on Wednesday when they cruised past Oman 3-0 in Muscat.South Korea's Nam Tae-hee gave his team the perfect start when he scored after only one minute at their match in Oman. FC Seoul striker Kim Hyun-sung doubled the Koreans' advantage in the 68th minute before Kim Min-woo, who plays his club football in Japan's lower leagues with Sagan Tosu, adding the third just four minutes later.Last time, back in '08, we failed [..]

FTD : Kim Jong-Un Must Step Down

Published on 2012-01-03 22:34:00

Financial Times Deutschland(FTD) featured an article called "7 dictators that must step down in 2012". The second dictators chosen by FTD were :-Baschar al-Assad-Ayatollah Ali Chamanei-Alexander Lukaschenko-Robert Mugabe-Nursultan Nasarbajew-Omar Hussein al-Baschir-Kim Jong-Un.FTD pointed out that while North Korea is extremely hostile to almost all nations, the US knows almost nothing about Kim Jong-Un. Nobody is even sure of his age, except that he seems to be in his late 20s. FTD also pointed [..]

LG 55 inch OLED TV Wonders

Published on 2012-01-02 22:40:00

SourceFrom AP -LG Electronics Inc. says it's planning to sell a 55-inch set based on organic light-emitting diodes, or OLEDs. The Korean company is set to show it off at the International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, which starts Jan. 10.Tim Alessi, director of home electronics development at LG's USA arm, said its set will likely go on sale in the fourth quarter. The company isn't revealing the price.Paul Gagnon, an analyst at DisplaySearch, estimates that OLED sets will start out ab [..]

North Korea's New Year's Resolution

Published on 2012-01-01 22:49:00

Happy New Year to all readers! In the past 10 months or so, I have accumulated more than 60,000 views. Not bad for my first blogging experience, right?New Year's Day means new year's resolution. Have you made one? I know North Korea has!North Korea vowed Sunday to make an all-out drive for prosperity as it unites behind new leader Kim Jong Un, ushering in 2012 with promises to resolve food shortages, bolster its military and defend Kim Jong Il's young son "unto death."...This year is a crucial o [..]

Kim Jong-Il Era over. Kim Jong-Un Era has arrived

Published on 2011-12-29 00:30:00

So, after 10 days of mourning, today was Kim Jong-Il's funeral With the comically giant picture mounted on top of a car, hundreds of thousands of people stood in formation to cry as the face of the late dictator passed by. The question the rest of the world's been asking is : What is going to happen now? Well, I'm going to go ahead and just quote a Bloomberg article.Kim Jong Un, North Korea’s new leader, stood on a balcony above Pyongyang’s Kim Il Sung Square named for his grandfather, where [..]

North Koreans are running out of fake tears

Published on 2011-12-27 22:47:00

Source : RFAAccording to Radio Free Asia(RFA), North Korean citizens are forced to come out to mourning events for Kim Jong-Il, and are forcefully pushed to cry and mourn under heavy surveillance.---------------------------------------------------------Some sources in North Korea complained, "we only hope that these annoying days will pass as soon as possible." Another source said, "there are times set for each factory and office to go mourning. Twice a day, at appointed times, we have to go mou [..]

7 Best Ski Resorts in Korea (CNN)

Published on 2011-12-27 00:11:00

Pictured : Yongpyong ResortAlright folks, you'd know this already if you're in Korea, but it's freezing cold as frozen hell and it's been snowing outside! Perfect time to go skiing! (or snowboard, whatever floats your boat)CNNgo has featured an article named "7 Best Ski and Snowboard Resorts in Korea". The list contains : Yongpyong Resort, High1 Resort, Phoenix Park, Vivaldi Park, Konjiam Resort, Muju Deukyusan Resort, and Alpensia Resort. My personal favorite is Yongpyong Resort, 'cuz it's the [..]

North Korea says : the mother nature mourns for the leader

Published on 2011-12-26 23:37:00

Ice suddenly cracked. Mountains started glowing. Glorious and mysterious sunset was witnessed. Entire lake trembled with noise. Legendary birds appeared...According to North Korea, this is how 'the nature is mourning the death of Kim Jong-Il.'The Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported on its website that "peculiar natural wonders were observed on Mt Paektu, Jong Il Peak and Tonghung Hill in Hamhung City".Ice covering Lake Chon was said to have cracked so loudly that the entire lake trembled [..]

N. Korea blames South for showing condolence

Published on 2011-12-22 23:50:00

Pictured : Kim Jong-Il's body on display for mournersNorth Korea has harshly criticized South Korean government showing condolence to North Koreans for the death of their leader. This is North Korea's first move towards South Korea since Kim Jong-Il's death.North Korea's propaganda website "Uriminjokkiri" commented on an editorial named "We are watching South Korean government."The news media criticized South Korea for "showing 'condolence' to North Korean people with its "separation of the lead [..]

Pictures : North Korean Fisherman's Life

Published on 2011-12-22 00:44:00

Source : Free North Korea Radio (www.fnkradio.com)These pictures were originally on a Chinese news website, then published on FNKradio. The title of the article is "How's the life of those with the most popular job in North Korea - fishermen?"This decent-looking rural village was made for propaganda purposes, towards foreign visitors.A fisherman's family dragging a boat engine to the shore. They're so afraid of the engine going bad overnight, they take it home every day. There is virtually no w [..]

Life in the streets of North Korea

Published on 2011-12-20 23:42:00

From the video, a homeless child(Kotjebi) smokingThis rare video footage by N TV and JoongAng shows what's been really going on in the streets of North Korea. It's very hard to get a glimpse at what's going on outside of Pyongyang, since foreigners are rarely allowed outside of Pyongyang.This video mostly shows the lives of homeless children (Kotjebi). With the recent collapse of economy and continuing famine, the number of Kotjebi is only increasing. This, is the legacy Kim Jong-Il is leaving t [..]

GI Joe 2 film to feature Lee Byung-Hyun once more

Published on 2011-06-13 23:27:00

Pictured : Lee Byung-HyunThe film series G.I.Joe is reportedly going to feature Lee Byung-Hyun once again in its sequel. I guess the original film didn't succeed as well as they expected, so they're replacing most of the original film's crew. Lee Byu

North Korea bans divorce for the sake of children?

Published on 2011-06-12 20:41:00

Original news article : 北 “자녀 위해 이혼 금지” 아동법 채택 (donga)"Divorce leads to children's unhappiness. Therefore parents must not divorce for the sake of children's development and growth." (DPRK Child's law code 54

South Korea is the laziest nation in Asia? Well..

Published on 2011-06-09 23:53:00

LinkA while ago, CNNgo had this article published on their website. I don't personally believe in most of things CNNgo posts - often times they are crappy articles. I have seen many articles on CNNgo that were probably written by 'authentic' Koreans,

2011 K-pop Cover Dance Festival Auditions begin

Published on 2011-06-09 00:49:00

The committee of 'Visit Korea Year" is hosting 2011 K-Pop Cover Dance Festival. Following the international boom K-pop has been receiving, anybody regardless of nationality or location can apply, and those who make it past the preliminary gets a free

Colbert Report : Kim Bojang-ils

Published on 2011-06-08 23:07:00

Remember this blog post, North Korea claims they're the 2nd happiest nation in the world? Stephen Colbert took on that subject, and North Korea trying to smuggle luxurious tap-shoes.

Website : I'm not racist but...

Published on 2011-06-08 20:22:00

www.notracistbut.com is a new website that is going on my favorites. This guy searches facebook posts for "not racist but" things people post on their facebook to show how not racist they are. See for yourselves.It's funny, because we people of

Documentary : Inside Undercover in North Korea

Published on 2011-06-07 23:37:00

Inside Undercover in North Korea is a documentary by National Geographic, aired in 2007. Some of you I'm sure have had the chance to watch this documentary, but if you haven't, it's worth a watch.It gives you a pretty good glimpse of history, politic

Sung-Bong Choi, "The Korean Susan Boyle"

Published on 2011-06-06 20:49:00

This happened as I was agonizing over my sickness over the weekend. This is clip from Korea's Got Talent, basically Korean version of American Idol. This dorky looking young man, Sung-Bong Choi, grew up in an orphanage, ran away when he was THREE aft

Sickness

Published on 2011-06-06 17:58:00

Hooray NataliedeeHi all, I've been really sick over the weekend. I was hospitalized for a couple days with high fever and other lovely stuff... I still have fever and am not very coherent yet. I see that somebody posted some interesting comments that

Pictures of North Korea... the reality

Published on 2011-06-02 23:31:00

First thing I thought when I saw this was :Midgar's Lower Town from FF7These are a selection of pictures from Joo Sung Ha's blog, a journalist from Donga newspaper. I've picked a set of pictures that North Korea government wants you to see, and a set

Korean Drinking : Soju bomb / Korean 'bomb' drinks

Published on 2011-06-02 01:54:00

Ready...One of the many popular ways of drinking alcohol in Korea is obviously, dropping a drink in another. Think Irish car bomb, Jager bomb, Sake bomb... etc etc.It is called Bomb(폭탄) Drink(주) = Bomb drink, 폭탄주. There are generally two

Tea World Festival 2011 at COEX, Seoul

Published on 2011-06-01 19:39:00

For all expats and Koreans that love tea, there's a perfect event to go to in Gangnam, Seoul.Tea World Festival (국제차문화대전) is the biggest tea festival in Korea since 2003 when it began.This event goes from June 2nd to June 5th. They open

Ktown Cowboys : The Movie!

Published on 2011-06-01 01:32:00

One of my all-time favorite web-series, Ktown Cowboys, is coming back. This time, as a film.... soon. The original Ktown Cowboys webseries featured a group of guys having an epic adventure in LA Koreatown. If you haven't seen it, check out this artic

CSM introduces Jimjilbang (찜질방) + pictures

Published on 2011-05-31 23:48:00

Jimjilbang takes MANY formsLast week, CSM (Christian Science Monitor) featured a little article on Korean jimjilbang. Jimjilbang is basically Korean Sauna, in much more refined form. Besides the sauna component, many Jimjilbang is like a relaxing ent

Why North Korea has the lowest suicide rate in the world

Published on 2011-05-30 23:38:00

This is part of an article I was reading from Free North Korea Radio (www.fnkradio.com) today. It was a sad, surprising, and eye-opening article for me. It was titled "A (North Korean) defector's thought on suicide" (탈북자가 보는 북한식 자

K-pop News : Daesung(Big Bang) runs over an injured man

Published on 2011-05-30 20:55:00

Currently big news in K-pop :Big Bang's member, Daesung(대성), ran over a man that was already injured from a car accident that happened shortly before. This happened early this morning, around 1:30AM. According to the witness (the taxi driver), he

North Korea claims that they are the happiest nation in the world

Published on 2011-05-29 20:43:00

1st: China, 2nd: DPRK, 3rd: Cuba, 152nd : South Korea, 203rd: USANow they have really gone out of materials to make up. This image surfaced on a Chinese website, and it's a screenshot of North Korea Central TV. They claim that China is the happiest c

Kpop : 위대한 탄생 (Star Audition : The Great Birth)

Published on 2011-05-29 19:58:00

Star Audition : The Great Birth (스타오디션:위대한탄생) is a American Idol-isque music talent program in South Korea. Participants from Korea, Japan, China, US, and Youtube(...) participated in preliminary auditions. After countless more au

Welcome to the 80s, North Korea - North Korean laptops

Published on 2011-05-27 02:25:00

The North Korean State TV reported about their brand-new all-North Korean laptop.HOLY CRAP NORTH KOREA HAS COMPUTERS?Oh man, this is really something. I never expected this cuz I thou...Image sources : NorthKoreaTechWait, um. What the hell is this th

CNNgo : 12 Expat tips for living in Korea?

Published on 2011-05-27 02:06:00

All the expat folks are going berserk over this, so I'm going to go over this as well.http://www.cnngo.com/seoul/life/12-rules-expat-life-south-korea-0673841. Learn to drink like a fishSure, as I have said and posted in this blog, drinking is a big p

K-pop News : Dongha Chae commits suicide

Published on 2011-05-26 23:54:00

RIPDongha Chae, a former member of SG Wannabe, was found dead in his home today. According to news reports, he hung himself... suicide.Started out as a solo musician in 2002, he joined SG Wannabe in 2004. He went solo again in 2008, and became pretty

CNN features Seoul as the greatest city in the world

Published on 2011-05-26 02:22:00

CNNgo.com has featured Seoul on the front page with 50 awesome things about Korea. Check it out:http://www.cnngo.com/seoul/life/50-reasons-why-seoul-worlds-greatest-city-534720Note : This isn't really a serious list. A lot of them are borderline joke

Korean food : Korean Steak Tartare - Yukhoe (육회)

Published on 2011-05-26 00:55:00

Another food entry. This time, it's Yukhoe[yook-hwe], Korean steak tartare. Yukhoe directly translates to meat(yuk) sashimi(hoe). Yes, it's marinated raw steak meat. It's chewy, meaty... and... uh, I think Yukhoe is one of those things you just need

North Korea to hand over access to the Pacific to China

Published on 2011-05-26 00:06:00

As you may know already, Kim Jong Il, the head of North Korea, is in China currently. He is known to be in Beijing currently, meeting with Preisdent Hu Jintao. This has really been a hot issue in Korea for the past few days because this visit showed

Korean Drinking Food(Anju) - Chicken Gizzard edition (닭똥집)

Published on 2011-05-24 20:25:00

If you've browsed the internet, you've probably seen something like this :Sounds like a party.Chicken asshole house, chicken asshouse, chicken shit house (Ktown cowboys?), the list goes on.So what the hell is it? How the heck do you make a translatio

End of the world was a little off! But it's still coming!

Published on 2011-05-23 23:08:00

California Preacher Harold Camping says his prediction was off by 5 months - it'll come on October 21st, not May 21st. 10.21.11! Let's do this again! LOLhttp://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/43140373/ns/us_news-life/t/radio-host-now-says-judgment-day-coming-oc

Maria the Korean Bride - Maria Yoon, gets married for the 50th time

Published on 2011-05-22 20:25:00

This morning, as I sipped my morning (instant) coffee, I saw this :A 'Korean Bride' at her 50th Wedding (Korean). The news article reads :Maria Yoon (Middle)'한국인 신부' 마리아 윤(39)이 22일 오후(한국 시간 23일 오전) 5

World didn't end!

Published on 2011-05-22 02:52:00

Darn, world didn't end as predicted... it's may 22nd and I'm still at work and blogging.Some rather interesting things to read :"no sh*t" : Rapture 2011 Rumors Prove Falsefacebook does it again : Post-rapture looting facebook event

End of the world... tomorrow?

Published on 2011-05-20 03:23:00

According to Family Radio, world ends tomorrow - May 21st. Words of Warning: Time’s UpSee you after the rapture, cheers.

Video : Korean Drama Parody 'Gochu'

Published on 2011-05-19 23:14:00

This is also sorta old, but in case you've never seen it... cuz it's hilarious.In case you don't know, Gochu... means penis. *cough*

North Korea : Kim Jong-il's heir visits China

Published on 2011-05-19 23:04:00

Kim Jong-il's heir, Kim Jong-un, is making his visit to China. AFP's reporting seems a little behind the reports flooding in Korean news agencies right now.This guy.Kim Jong-un visited China via train, through Tumen and now Mudanjiang. It seems that

KJ Choi donates his PGA Championship money to tornado relief in the US

Published on 2011-05-19 20:31:00

KJ Choi (Kyong-Joo Choi), a 41-year old South Korean golf champion, pledged that he will donate 200,000 dollars out of his 1.71 million dollar prize from winning the PGA Players Championships last week to tornado relief efforts in the southeast Unite

Hello Wisconsin Governor, why not just say let's kill all gay folks?

Published on 2011-05-18 20:27:00

I try to keep this blog mostly about Korea things, but this just pisses me off.Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker is so passionately conservative that he wants to bar gay people from visiting their partners in hospital.http://jezebel.com/5802972/wiscons

Film to watch : Koreatown Cowboys

Published on 2011-05-18 19:34:00

This is old, but in case you missed...Ktown Cowboys, directed by Daniel Park and written by Danny Cho, is one hell of a funny short series about Ktown life. Mostly nightlife. This has almost everything you probably want to know about Ktown nightlife

Human Rights Violation in North Korea - Disabled Children Must Die

Published on 2011-05-18 00:14:00

There cannot be any children with disability in the city of Pyongyang. Even if one is born, it must be swiftly taken care of.This is Kim Jong-il's policy. Because of this policy, North Korean government has been taking babies with disability and kill

Human Rights Violations in North Korea - Grandmother's defection story

Published on 2011-05-16 21:31:00

A touching article from Free North Korea Radio. Below is the translation:Source : www.Fnkradio.com~ ~ ~A while ago, a sports day for North Koreans took place in Hanywang University. It happens annually, and people look forward to it every year. This