No crude to North Korea for 15 months According to customs data, China has not exported crude oil to North Korea for the 15th consecutive month. However, if the data is correct and the long-running absence has in fact continued for 15 months, experts say there would likely be signs of an energy crisis on the ground in North Korea. This has not occurred although North Korea has been incresing its imports on other fuel products. Visit NK News for more The limits of North Korea’s plastic surgery industry - Ask a North Korean While plastic surgery is popular in North Korea, the range of procedures is limited, the qualifications of the practicioners dubious, and the cost low. Most customers opt for double-eyelid surgery (without anaesthetic), nose jobs, or procedures to remove wrinkles. Visit NK News for more