Pork prices in North Korea have hit record highs since a 2019 swine fever outbreak, pushing the once-common meat out of reach ...

Chinese phone prices in Hyesan have surged past 35,000 yuan as North Korea's crackdown and shrinking smuggling routes limit ...

North Korea orders a crackdown on complaints over Pyongyang construction as provincial officials report resource strain and ...

North Korean students in Gaecheon wrote self-criticisms after officials branded the K-pop-style finger heart gesture ...

North Korean youth are rushing to marry to boost their odds of overseas work selection, as officials favor married applicants ...

Chongjin held a mass public criticism session after nine young North Koreans were caught watching and sharing foreign videos.

North Korea ordered a crackdown on illegal Russian fuel trading, threatening officials with legal punishment and asset ...

North Korean workers in China pay monthly insurance premiums, but sources say most get little compensation when injured.

Smartphone e-payment is booming across North Korea, offering convenience while giving authorities new tools to track spending.

Small, privately run stalls are spreading across North Korea, offering people a convenient alternative to markets for ...

Battery orders from North Korea are surging as customs clearance opens, but fire-safety rules keep supply from catching up ...

Satellite images show reservoir drought worsening across North Korea in August 2026, threatening rice harvests as water ...