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N. Korean soldiers in Russia face psychological crisis, officials warn

North Korea’s leadership is growing increasingly concerned about the psychological state and morale of its soldiers deployed to Russia, Daily NK has learned. “Since late...

Kim Jong Un’s winter coat sparks new fashion trend in N. Korean markets

Padded coats inspired by North Korean leader Kim Jong Un’s recent attire have begun appearing in North Korean markets. The garment could become this...

N. Korea’s space law links civilian program with defense strategy

North Korea amended its Law on Space Development in August 2022, significantly expanding provisions on space development goals and management while explicitly linking these...

N. Korea orders military-wide upgrade of secret communications system

North Korea’s Military Security Command has ordered its military corps-level security departments to implement advanced surveillance systems starting January 2024 to strengthen management of...

N. Korea targets medical facilities in crackdown on fake certificates

North Korean authorities in North Hamgyong province have launched a crackdown on medical facilities issuing fraudulent medical certificates in exchange for bribes. The clampdown...

Special security measures mark Kim Jong Un’s birthday: A new national holiday in the making

North Korea implemented special security measures for Kim Jong Un’s birthday on Jan. 8, signaling ongoing efforts to establish the date as a national...

Five women caught in drug and phone bust at N. Korean new year party

North Korean security agents arrested five women in Hoeryong, North Hamgyong province, for simultaneously violating two major anti-socialist laws: drug use and possession of...

N. Korea’s new premier sparks economic debate in Pyongyang

North Koreans are closely watching for potential economic changes following Pak Thae Song’s appointment as premier, replacing Kim Tok Hun at the 11th Plenary...

In Sinuiju, flood victims’ apartments shine through N. Korea’s darkness

North Korea’s chronic power shortages leave most of the country in darkness at night, but new apartments housing flood victims in Sinuiju tell a...

In N. Korea’s hoeryong, private truckers struggle with rising tire expenses

Truck drivers in the North Korean city of Hoeryong are traveling to Chongjin for tire purchases. Despite steep prices, drivers are willing to take...

N. Korea’s digital leap: Examining the ‘Mirae’ wi-fi network

Inside North Korea’s digital world, a new window has opened: The “Mirae” Wi-Fi app, recently obtained by Daily NK, offers a rare glimpse into...

The true cost: North Korean soldiers’ deadly reality in Russia’s war

The White House’s disclosure during a briefing late last year that around 1,000 North Korean soldiers deployed to Russia had been killed or wounded...

N. Korea intensifies surveillance of ‘dangerous elements’ in border city

North Korean authorities have intensified surveillance of neighborhood watch units at the border with China, with particularly harsh monitoring of individuals designated as “dangerous...

Beer cards and black markets: Inside Pyongyang’s popular beer hall

Pyongyang’s Taedonggang Beer Hall is drawing steady crowds despite winter weather, with customers to the bar rising amid New Year festivities, Daily NK has...

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