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North Korea appears to rebrand unification institute to focus on ‘enemy’ ROK
Institute of Enemy State Studies aligns with Kim Jong Un’s decision to frame South Korea as hostile foreign state
Another muted anniversary highlights strained North Korea-China ties
An in-depth analysis of ceremonies for Chinese war veterans, criticism of US-ROK air drills and medical care for miners
Kim Jong Un sensitive to criticism of regime’s human rights abuses: Ex-diplomats
Former North Korean envoys say leader ordered measures to deflect attention from abuses and even pushed limited reforms
North Korea adopts new law on anthem as unification symbol purge continues
State media did not reveal details of changes but experts assess aim is to make separation between Koreas even clearer
North Korea denounces UN chief’s call for ‘restraint’ amid inter-Korean tensions
An in-depth analysis of criticism of Guterres’ ‘double standards,' Vietnam ties and coverage of anti-Yoon protests
Skadoosh! North Korean school uses ‘Kung Fu Panda’ to teach kids English
State media shows students repeating after panda protagonist of Hollywood animation, despite crackdowns on foreign media
More than 1 million youth and students volunteer to join North Korea’s military
An in-depth analysis of ‘angry revengers,’ an amendment to a law on homes for scientists and criticism of US officials
Kim Jong Un wishes his ‘closest comrade’ Vladimir Putin a happy birthday
An in-depth analysis of North Korean leader’s letters, criticism of NATO, claims of bumper harvest and a new envoy
North Korea forgoes celebrations for 75th anniversary of ties with China
Lack of fanfare beyond leaders’ exchange of letters underscores bilateral relationship has reached a nadir, expert says
Kim Jong Un gives a hero’s welcome to World Cup champion women’s team
An in-depth analysis of praise for North Korean athletes, criticism of Israel, a day for the elderly and more