Former Unification Era Research Institute researcher Lee Jeong-hoon, 61, received a hefty five-year prison sentence in the first trial. He was accused of contacting North Korean operatives, reporting on progressive movements, and publishing books pra
South Korean Court Jails Ex-Researcher for Espionage Linked to North Korea
Pyongyang Emphasizes Socialist Pride in Lead-Up to Major Political Gathering

Pyongyang Emphasizes Socialist Pride in Lead-Up to Major Political Gathering

As the 9th Workers' Party Congress approaches, North Korea is emphasizing national supremacy to bolster patriotism and loyalty among its citizens. The party's official newspaper, Rodong Sinmun, declared on its front page on Wednesday that its dignifi
Satellite Data Points to Early-Stage Military Parade Rehearsals in North Korea

Satellite Data Points to Early-Stage Military Parade Rehearsals in North Korea

Satellite imagery has uncovered North Korea's preparations for a military parade ahead of the 9th Workers' Party Congress, anticipated in early 2026. NK News reported on Wednesday that analysis of commercial satellite images from Planet Labs revealed
Rodong Sinmun Launches Series Promoting Kim-Era Socialist Policies

Rodong Sinmun Launches Series Promoting Kim-Era Socialist Policies

The North Korean Workers' Party's official newspaper, Rodong Sinmun, has launched a series of articles aimed at extensively promoting the party's various policies during the Kim Jong Un Era. On Thursday, the newspaper featured a front-page special ar
U20 Women’s Asian Cup: South Korea to Face North Korea, Uzbekistan, and Jordan

U20 Women’s Asian Cup: South Korea to Face North Korea, Uzbekistan, and Jordan

South Korea will face North Korea, Uzbekistan, and Jordan in their group at the Under-20 (U20) Women's Asian Cup, set to kick off in Thailand next April. The draw for the 2026 Asian Football Confederation (AFC) U20 Women's Asian Cup took place on Mon
From Ballistic to Cruise: North Korea Refits Choe Hyon for Precision Strikes

From Ballistic to Cruise: North Korea Refits Choe Hyon for Precision Strikes

North Korea has revamped the armament of its new 5,000-ton destroyer, the Choe Hyon first unveiled in April, to prioritize regional missions.On Tuesday, satellite imagery analysis firm SI Analytics (SIA) released an artificial intelligence (AI) based
North Korea Rejects Egalitarianism, Emphasizes Merit-Based Distribution

North Korea Rejects Egalitarianism, Emphasizes Merit-Based Distribution

North Korea has emphasized the principle that those who contribute more should receive a larger share when assessing and distributing the year's achievements. This stance indicates a rejection of unconditional equality, acknowledging that competition
North Korea Promotes Pigeon Meat as Gourmet Amid Food Shortages

North Korea Promotes Pigeon Meat as Gourmet Amid Food Shortages

North Korea is promoting pigeon meat as a gourmet dish. Analysts reported on Tuesday that this trend aligns with a broader push for diversifying protein sources in everyday life. This initiative emphasizes raising small poultry, improving nutritional
Rodong Sinmun Highlights Rural and Industrial Achievements Across the Country

Rodong Sinmun Highlights Rural and Industrial Achievements Across the Country

North Korea highlighted economic achievements from across the country in anticipation of the year-end plenary meeting. The Workers' Party's official newspaper, Rodong Sinmun, featured a front-page article on Tuesday titled, The Era of Rural Revitaliz
North Korea Expands Solar Power at Industrial Level Amid Energy Shift

North Korea Expands Solar Power at Industrial Level Amid Energy Shift

A report released on Tuesday reveals a significant transformation in North Korea's energy industry structure, with solar power installations rapidly expanding at the factory and enterprise level. In a report titled, Pyongyang! Surviving with Rooftop

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