The Emperor’s new (old) shoes; Kim Jong-Il back in heels, a sign of improving health?

The North Korean leader was photographed and displayed on state-run media outlet KCNA wearing his famous heeled shoes. Kim Jong-Il has been wearing regular flat-bottom shoes in his public appearances since his 2008 stroke, leading many to speculate that the ‘ailing’ leader’s health is actually improving. The heels help give the leader a noticeable boost … Continue reading The Emperor’s new (old) shoes; Kim Jong-Il back in heels, a sign of improving health?