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North Korea’s ex-ceremonial head of state Kim Yong-nam dies at 97, state media says

Kim Yong-nam was the former president of the Praesidium of North Korea’s rubber-stamp Supreme People’s Assembly from 1998 to 2019.

Euronews

Kim Yong Nam: North Korea’s former top diplomat and ‘head of state’ who served all three Kims dies aged 97

Kim Yong Nam represented North Korea on the world stage for decades and will receive a grand state funeral later this week

The Independent UK

North Korea's Kim vows to build a 'socialist paradise' ahead of a likely military parade

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has lauded what he called his country’s fight against a U_S_-led military threat and vowed to turn North Korea into “the best socialist paradise in the world."

The Independent UK

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Her name and age are unconfirmed, but she could be North Korea’s next Supreme Leader

Here’s what we know about the teen believed to be called Kim Ju Ae

The Independent UK

Kim Jong Un’s staff seen scrubbing every surface he touched after meeting with Putin

Analysts say extreme security measure meant to prevent foreign intelligence agencies from gathering samples that may reveal North Korean leader’s health condition

The Independent UK

Kim Jong Un has brought his daughter to Beijing. What to know about the possible North Korean heir

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has brought his young daughter on a significant trip to China, marking her first known overseas appearance

The Independent UK

Kim Jong Un rides his trademark green train to China. He also has a plane, limos and white horses

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is set to arrive in China aboard his trademark green armored train

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'Fortress' On Wheels: Kim Jong Un's Bulletproof Train

An olive-green North Korean train, emblazoned with a gold stripe, carried leader Kim Jong Un into China on Tuesday for a grand military parade that President Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin will also attend.

International Business Times

Inside the bulletproof train that Kim Jong Un uses for international trips

The locomotive travels only 60 kilometres (37 miles) per hour and is expected to take 20 hours to get to Beijing

The Independent UK

What Does North Korea's Kim Want From Rare China Trip?

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is set to visit China this week, a rare step beyond his country's borders, for prospective meetings with President Xi Jinping and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin.

International Business Times

North Korea arrests four officials over naval destroyer launch failure that 'embarrassed' dictator Kim Jong Un

The 5,000-ton warship tipped over in what Pyongyang described as a ‘criminal act’ that ‘severely damaged our nation’s dignity and pride’

Evening Standard

North Korean spy drama in China may signal Beijing’s unease over growing Pyongyang-Moscow ties

Chinese authorities in the northeastern city of Shenyang reportedly arrested a North Korean IT specialist in late April 2025, accusing him of stealing drone technology secrets.

The Conversation

Kim Shin Jo: The bizarre life of a failed North Korean assassin who became a pastor in the South

Kim stunned South Korea by saying that his team came ‘to slit the throat of Park Chung Hee’

The Independent UK

From public executions to ‘traitor’ notices: North Korea escapees describe horrors of Covid-era repression

Rights groups say Pyongyang imposed excessive and unnecessary measures during pandemic that made ‘already isolated country even more repressive’

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International Business Times

South Korean Blockbuster 'JSA' Strikes A Chord 25 Years On

Twenty-five years ago, director Park Chan-wook risked jail to make a movie about friendship between North and South Korean soldiers, striking box office gold and beginning his actors' ascent to global stardom.

International Business Times

Western Tour Operators Enter North Korea For First Time Since Pandemic

Western tour agencies entered North Korea for the first time on Thursday since the end of the pandemic, the companies said, voicing hopes the isolated country may soon reopen a border city to foreign visitors.

The Independent UK

North Korea opens up to tourists after five years with tours to little-known port city

Five-day itineraries of the northern city include visits to a sea cucumber farm and school uniform factory

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Friends Back Out Right Before Man’s Business Becomes Successful, Later Come For Their “Compensation”

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Kim Jong Un's Sister Seen With Children In State Media Images

South Korea's spy agency said Friday it was analysing rare state media footage showing the powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un with two children -- saying they could be hers.

Al Jazeera

What we know about North Korea’s ICBM programme

North Korea test-fired its longest flying missile yet, in what could mark a new chapter for its ICBM programme.

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North Korea To Reopen Limited International Tourism By December 2024

North Korea to reopen limited international tourism by end of 2024, focusing on Samjiyon and Mount Paektu. Kim Jong Un prefers visitors from 'friendly' nat...

The Independent UK

North Korea is set to reopen for foreign tourists after five years

Exclusive: Tour operator claims ‘visitors help to open eyes and open minds’ among North Koreans

International Business Times

N. Korea Sweet Wrappers, Noodles On Seoul Streets In Balloon Blitz

North Korean sweet wrappers and packets of crackers made at a factory once visited by leader Kim Jong Un were seen by AFP reporters on streets in the South Korean capital Wednesday.

The Independent UK

North Koreans are seen wearing Kim Jong Un pins for the first time as his personality cult grows

For the first time, North Korean officials have been seen wearing lapel pins with the image of leader Kim Jong Un

Al Jazeera

‘Axis of impunity’: How Putin-Kim deal could challenge existing world order

Two leaders signed mutual defence pact during Putin’s high-profile visit to North Korea, his first in 24 years.

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