Culture
Information related to the North Korean culture and culture in North Korea
Russian visits to North Korea plateaued in first nine months, data shows
Number of visitors exactly same as same period in 2025 despite third quarter uptick, as tourism fails to take hold
Ask a North Korean: Why do scientists get so little respect in the DPRK?
A former science major explains why bright minds struggle despite the regime’s emphasis on technology
North Korean wrestler suspended over suspected doping
The provisional penalty comes amid Pyongyang’s efforts to improve its image following past doping scandals
How actor Lanny Joon brought Call of Duty’s North Korean character to life
The Korean American actor draws on his roots and late father’s values to portray a conflicted North Korean officer
North Korea remains silent for domestic audience on flurry of weapons tests
A recap of everything in state media this week, from Chinese delegation arrivals to tragedies abroad
UNESCO body backs North Korean taekwondo listing without South’s involvement
The two Koreas’ competing claims for UNESCO recognition highlight the martial art’s divergent development
Call of Duty’s North Korean invasion scenario hits a nerve in the South
Blockbuster game has won praise for realism, but also triggered political debate about portraying inter-Korean war
Kim Jong Un keeps up busy schedule amid growing inter-Korean border tensions
A recap of everything in state media, from the North Korean leader’s visit to China and a drone expo to the fall harvest
Chinese agency claims it’s organizing youth tours to North Korea’s Wonsan resort
Promotional post states first tour set for Friday, though tourism insider expresses skepticism trips will take place
US-ROK command could be ‘suboptimal’ after OPCON transfer: Ex-USFK commander
Retired Gen. Paul LaCamera suggests outcome will be result of political compromise rather than military expediency
