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Two Koreas, one game: How the inter-Korean rivalry plays out in women’s soccer
In landmark clash of contrasting soccer styles, North and South Korean clubs chase sporting glory over political theater
May 20, 2026
How North Korea recycles propaganda to engrave its messaging in people’s minds
Recycled broadcasts, songs and stories link Kim Jong Un to past leaders while reinforcing socialist ideology
May 14, 2026
How the US can break its cycle with North Korea through forced transparency
The lessons learned from negotiations with Iraq and Iran between 1995-2010 could set the stage for DPRK talks
May 13, 2026
Seoul unveils controversial $15 million Korean War memorial in city center
Germany donated a section of the Berlin Wall for the project, while the Netherlands contributed tile
May 12, 2026
Kim Jong Un granted powers that surpass predecessors in constitution update
The allocation of power goes far beyond those granted to Kim Il Sung, which could signal a new level of authoritarianism
May 11, 2026
Pyongyang’s journey from ‘Jerusalem of the East’ to Kim cult capital
Jonathan Cheng’s richly illustrated book sheds light on Pyongyang’s churches, Christian refugees and political elites
May 11, 2026
North Korea appears to have transformed the social contract with its people
The constitution appears to have been revised to remove references to the country not having a tax
May 7, 2026
Lee Hong-koo, key official in inter-Korean negotiations, dies at 92
Architect of early engagement with Pyongyang helped lay groundwork for 1991 accord and planned 1994 summit
May 6, 2026
Jacco Zwetsloot: A look back and a new chapter for the NK News Podcast
Longtime host discusses memorable episodes, dream guests and how he is not leaving the podcast entirely
May 5, 2026
Vietnam appoints new ambassador to North Korea after envoy’s lengthy term
Doan Khanh Tam, a deputy director at the Foreign Ministry, previously served as Hanoi’s ambassador to Mongolia
May 4, 2026
