That's Shanghai's deputy editor Leslie Jones recently visited North Korea to get a glimpse at life after the death of Dear Leader Kim Jong-il, and ponders questions like whether or not the mass public mourning that took place in Kim's honor was actually forced. more ›

Crossing the Line - a documentary by VeryMuchSo Productions with Koryo Tours more ›

On the same day that the "Dear Leader" of our friendly northeastern neighbour decided to press ahead with nuclear tests, a brave Singaporean entrepreneur announced his decision to invade the reclusive commie state with his brand of -- guess what -- sushi! more ›

Admitted Luddite and one-time Shanghaiist contributor Paul French sent Shanghaiist, and several others, this email recently (or, knowing Paul, he had his secreatry send it). We thought we'd share: more ›