A new book reveals that the leader's maternal grandfather was a Japan-based smuggler who had to flee to North Korea to escape prosecution A new book published in Japan has shed fresh light on the life of Ko Yong-hui,

Exports of luxury goods to North Korea are banned under U.N. sanctions but such items reportedly make their way into the country via diplomatic pouches.

In this May 11, 2016, file photo, members of the Moranbong Band, North Korea's most popular all-female pop group formed by leader Kim Jong Un, perform during a concert where high level officials ...