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Kim Jong Un appears just once in 50 days as leader set to mark decade in power
Health issues, COVID-19 or simply changing work habits may be behind DPRK leader’s infrequent state media appearances
December 1, 2021
Why North Korean media stayed silent on new holiday celebrating nuclear missiles
Pyongyang may remain cautious over promoting its nukes, though questions remain about internal celebrations
November 30, 2021
North Korean ski resorts prep for tourists despite virus, economic concerns
Yangdok and Masikryong resorts covered in artificial snow, while military ski unit ramps up training at Mount Paektu
November 29, 2021
North Korean man arrested 41 days after daring Chinese prison escape
Chinese police, netizens heavily promoted efforts to capture man who was serving time in Jilin Province prison
November 29, 2021
What to expect on North Korea’s new nuclear missile holiday next week
Pyongyang may conduct meetings, a parade or a missile test to celebrate Rocket Industry Day on Nov. 29
November 26, 2021
Kim Jong Un builds new mansions across country as North Korean public suffers
Satellite images show new construction at lakeside retreat and secretive Pyongyang compound despite economic ‘hardships’
November 24, 2021
North Korea holds space conference, says launching satellites will help economy
Aerospace engineers, students gather after Kim Jong Un ordered development of military recon satellite earlier this year
November 22, 2021
China expands manhunt for escaped North Korean prisoner, ups bounty to $110,000
Daring prison break has caught the attention of Chinese social media as convict Ju Hyon Gon remains on the lam
November 19, 2021
North Korean ideological movement ‘losing steam,’ better rewards needed: Kim
‘Three Revolutions’ reward and punishment system to be expanded, Kim Jong Un tells party conference
November 19, 2021
North Korea opens up about ‘law-breaking’ youth in bid to inspire loyalty
Stories of young men who met Kim Jong Un and found ‘new path’ in life aired in detail on state TV
November 18, 2021
