JH Ahn was an NK News contributor based in Seoul. He previously worked as an interpreter for United States Forces Korea.
Quality of education has improved, but propaganda on Kims remained constant
S.Korean explosives expert casts doubt, saying episode a rumor or a setup to win leader's favor
Experts site lack of transparency on spy satellite plan, UAV communication insecurity
Rumors prompting suit dealt with Kim Jong Nam ouster, use of ruling family funds for plastic surgery
Bishops, staff head North to discuss additional exchanges, repair to Pyongyang cathedral
Breakthrough in defector employment comes as most refugees struggle to find work
Failed launch part of development process, unlikely to derail inter-Korean talks
Cellphones in the North help citizens, but also help government surveillance, expert notes
Details on when the act would be enacted in what form have not been decided, committee staff say
Cancelling UN humanitarian resolution would be N. Korea’s main interest, says Sejong Institute
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