Government to Announce Plan for Relocation of Public Institutions
The government will unveil its plan for the relocation of administrative and public institutions on September 3. A reform plan to adjust the functions of public institutions will also be announced. The Prime Minister's Office stated that a press conference on "Relocation of Administrative and Public Institutions and Reform of Public Institution Functions" will be held on the morning of September 2, chaired by Prime Minister Han Seung-soo at the Government Seoul Complex. The conference will i
President Yoon Calls for Transition from Armistice to Peace on Korean Peninsula
이재명 대통령은 2일 “안정적이고 책임 있는 평화공존을 위해 대립과 대결을 전제로 한 정전체제를 협력과 번영의 기반이 될 평화체제로 바꿔나가야 한다”고 밝혔다. 이 대통령은 이날 인천에서 열린 제22기 민주평화통일자문회의 미주지역회의 ‘평화공존 정책대화’에 의장 자격으로 참석해 “북미 간 신뢰 구축과 대화 재개를 위한 건설적인 논의 여건을 만들어나가야 한다”며 이같이 말했다. 특히 이 대통령은 “한반도 평화는 동북아시아의 안정과 세계 평화를 위한 핵심 과제”라며 &ld
Couple Holds Wedding in Flooded Church in the Philippines
A couple is making headlines for holding their wedding as planned in a church flooded up to waist height.According to AFP and local media, Reian Lieza Galang and Gilbert Chico were married on September 1 at the St. John the Baptist Church in Hagonoy, Bulacan, located north of Manila. The church was filled with muddy water due to continuous heavy rain.The church officials advised the couple to postpone or change their wedding plans as the water levels continued to rise. However, the couple decide
615 Applicants Withdraw from Special Appointment for New Serious Crimes Investigation Agency
As the Serious Crimes Investigation Agency prepares to launch on October 2, 615 applicants have withdrawn their applications for special appointments, raising concerns about potential disruptions in case handling during the agency's initial phase.According to the Ministry of the Interior and Safety, the final number of applicants for the special appointments at the Serious Crimes Investigation Agency stands at 1,761. This figure comes after 615 individuals withdrew their applications by the dead
September Mock Exam Shows English Top Scores Near 18%
The English section of the September mock exam for the 2027 College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT) is projected to have a top score rate of 18% to 19%. This marks a stark contrast to last year's exam and the June mock exam, where the top score rates were only 3% and 4%, respectively, earning a reputation for being exceptionally difficult. Jongno Academy reported on September 2 that, based on preliminary scoring data from students, the percentage of students achieving a top score (90 points or ab
Koscom Partners with Hyundai Motor Securities on Token Securities Initiative
Koscom is collaborating with Hyundai Motor Securities to establish a joint platform for token securities ahead of the implementation of the token securities system in February next year.Koscom announced on September 2 that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Hyundai Motor Securities for the use of the joint platform and business cooperation. The agreement was signed the previous day at Koscom's headquarters in Yeouido, Seoul.Under this agreement, the two companies will work to
Korean Lawmakers Share Laughter at 2026 GGGF Forum
On September 2, at the Plaza Hotel in Jung-gu, Seoul, the 18th Good Growth, Good Jobs Global Forum (2026 GGGF) brought together political figures, including National Assembly Speaker Cho Jeong-sik and People Power Party floor leader Jeong Jeom-sik, who shared a warm atmosphere.During the forum, which focused on the topic of artificial intelligence (AI), Cho and Jeong exchanged views and shared jokes, creating a lighthearted environment. Notably, before delivering his congratulatory remarks, Cho
Poet Kim Nam-joo Exonerated 46 Years After 'Namminjeon Incident'
Kim Nam-joo, a poet who was wrongfully imprisoned for his involvement in the 'Namminjeon Incident' during the Park Chung-hee regime, was declared not guilty 46 years later. On September 2, the Seoul Central District Court's Criminal Division 28, led by Judge Han Dae-kyun, announced its verdict in the retrial of Kim, who had faced charges of violating the National Security Law and Anti-Communism Law.The court found that Kim had been illegally arrested and detained during the investigation, and th
Gyeongsang National University Transforms Chilam Campus into Youth Startup and Cultural Hub
Gyeongsang National University's Chilam Campus is being transformed into a hub aimed at attracting youth and research and startup talent to the old downtown area of Jinju.Following the relocation of the Industry-Academic Cooperation Center and the Nursing College, the addition of a 453 billion won startup support facility is crucial to determining whether the university's facility reorganization will lead to revitalization of the old downtown.On August 27, Gyeongsang National University presente
Deputy Minister Kim Dae-hyun: FIFA Will Not Raise Issues with Football Innovation Committee
Kim Dae-hyun, the Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism, stated that there will be no issues raised by FIFA regarding the Korea Football Association's on-site inspection and the activities of the K-Football Innovation Committee, which could be perceived as political interference.During a pre-briefing for the National Sports Policy Committee held at the Government Seoul Complex on September 2, Kim addressed concerns about third-party interference with the Innovation Committee, saying, "W