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Information related to the North Korean culture and culture in North Korea
North Korea’s foreign minister totes $10K ostrich-leather Gucci bag in Russia
Leader’s sister also carried Dior bag during Kim Jong Un’s trip, despite regime’s criticism of ‘bourgeois culture’
Ask a North Korean: What do socialism and capitalism mean to you?
A defector shares what DPRK taught him about equality and how living in South Korea has shaped his views on capitalism
North Koreans should display nuclear missile trinkets on desks, state media says
Citizens also expected to wear more pieces of patriotic flair as state pushes displays of loyalty to authorities
State media review: North Koreans ‘pine for’ Kim Jong Un as he travels abroad
An in-depth analysis of reactions to leader’s Russia trip, founding holiday events, Chongryon supporters and more
Russian embassy in North Korea welcomes first new personnel since pandemic
Twenty people arrived Thursday with military orchestra that is set to perform for DPRK foundation day celebrations
State media review: Chinese delegation to visit North Korea for military parade
An in-depth analysis of celebrations for 75th founding anniversary, taekwondo triumphs, anti-Japan propaganda and more
War-ready nation: What to expect at upcoming North Korean paramilitary parade
Satellite imagery shows thousands preparing for parade and concert ahead of Sept. 9 national founding holiday
Why Kim Jong Un might want to discuss weapons sales with Putin – Ep. 305
The NK News team discusses North Korea-Russia military cooperation, US-ROK drills, DPRK easing border controls and more
Ask a North Korean: What is it like to be a musician in North Korea?
Artists have little say over what they perform, and they must make immense personal sacrifices to practice their craft
State media review: North Korea slams US for supplying F-16 jets to Ukraine
An in-depth review of Russia-DPRK solidarity, an official’s delayed downfall, heavy rains and Youth Day dance parties