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University finds no misconduct in Korea studies scholar’s fabricated citations
The award-winning professor said six references 'do not exist' and that she failed to ‘independently verify the sources'
September 9, 2026
China-North Korea processing trade holds firm with raw hair, wigs
Pyongyang also imported $2.2 million worth of medicine, including drugs used to treat tuberculosis
June 22, 2026
On the DMZ Peace Trail, South Koreans hike the front lines of a frozen war
Seoul wants to increase public access to the border with North Korea, but reminders of conflict are everywhere
June 16, 2026
North Korea’s exports to China hits new highs, driven by raw minerals
DPRK exports $73 million worth of goods in March, the highest amount since at least 2018
April 20, 2026
Crossing the line: The making of the man who flew drones into North Korea
Investigation presents portrait of a grad student who embraced conservative ideals and sought to put them into action
March 27, 2026
Seoul clings to hope for an empty train station, a symbol of inter-Korean ties
Jejin Station is a gateway to North Korea but has barely seen visitors for decades, a reality the South wants to change
February 18, 2026
North Korea appears to give veiled response to human rights lawsuit in Japan
Testimony of migrant from Japan appears days after Tokyo court finds Pyongyang deceived victims into immigrating
February 5, 2026
Humanitarian groups say US regulations are holding back return to North Korea
Report by National Committee on North Korea does not address DPRK border controls that have prevented access since COVID
February 3, 2026
Japanese court orders North Korea to pay damages for deceiving migrants
Ruling finds DPRK liable for $570K for luring people from Japan on false promises under ‘Paradise on Earth’ scheme
January 27, 2026
Russia agrees to train North Korean doctors, supply medicines under new deal
Agreement to expand bilateral health care cooperation comes as joint economic commission meets in Pyongyang
November 3, 2025
