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North Korean propagandists amplify anti-Yoon protests in South
State media publishes photos of people freely expressing discontent with leader — an activity not tolerated in DPRK
June 6, 2023
Ruling party suspends defector-lawmaker Tae Yong-ho for 3 months over scandals
Decision allows former North Korean diplomat to stand in 2024 election despite series of controversial comments
May 11, 2023
What the official end of COVID emergency means for North Korea’s border controls
Pyongyang has closely monitored news from WHO, suggesting that downgrading of pandemic could trigger policy changes
May 9, 2023
Chinese travel agency claims North Korea will open for tourism in June
Dalian firm advertises multiday trip, but source notes false rumors of reopening have circulated near border for months
April 27, 2023
Ask a North Korean: What are popular sayings and proverbs in the DPRK?
Everyday expressions offer a window into how North Koreans think and see the world
Beyond cardboard characters: The evolution of North Korean defectors on screen
Hit shows like ‘Squid Game’ and ‘Money Heist’ show how ROK film and TV has moved past anti-communist tropes of the past
April 24, 2023
How South Korea’s right and left stifle debate on North Korea and Japan
Legal restrictions risk warping discourse and public policy as Seoul takes harder line on DPRK and moves closer to Tokyo
April 17, 2023
North Korean website appears to block searches for Kim Jong Un’s daughter
DPRK Today also deleted posts about someone with name Ju Ae in sign leadership sees big role for young girl
April 14, 2023
As North Korean missiles soar, the skies around peninsula grow more dangerous
Frequency and diversity of launches put more aircraft at risk, increasing likelihood of disruptions and even catastrophe
April 14, 2023
Disappearing act: North Korea digitally scrubs lead actor from popular TV series
Digital recasting of Choe Ung Chol after 20 years may have been triggered by romantic escapades and political missteps
April 5, 2023
