So is Jasper Becker (author of The Chinese), and he’s written a new book about the insanities of the world’s oddest country. You won’t want to miss this creepy article, which makes you wonder just how long Kim Jong Il can get away with his insanities.
Update: Is something dramatic happening in North Korea? Seems like some public buildings are removing photos of Dear Leader! Strange. Developing….
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By cryystal
revolting.
November 15, 2004 @ 7:39 pm | Comment
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By David F.
Just so happens there’s a blog devoted to North Korea, and they’re all over the disappearing portraits story.
November 16, 2004 @ 11:47 am | Comment
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By Penn
Maybe they’re taking them in for an airbrushing.
November 16, 2004 @ 6:17 pm | Comment
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By The Gweilo Diaries
Strange Doings in the Hermit Kingdom
Curious: Some portraits of North Korean leader Kim Jong Il have been removed from buildings in the country, the ITAR-Tass news agency reported Tuesday, citing an unidentified diplomat. [. . . .] [A] North Korea-based diplomat [said] that guests at…
November 18, 2004 @ 4:02 am | Comment