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
Former Gyeongbuk Provincial Council Member Park Chang-wook Sentenced to One Year in Prison
Former Gyeongbuk Provincial Council member Park Chang-wook has been sentenced to one year in prison for using a borrowed name account to secure funds for a nomination request to Jeon Seong-bae, known as 'Geun-jin Beopsa,' ahead of the 2022 local elections. While it was confirmed that Park delivered 100 million won in cash as a bribe, the court ruled that Jeon could not be considered a 'person engaged in political activities' under the Political Fund Law, leading to a not guilty verdict on those
Prime Minister Han Seung-soo: Combining Manufacturing and Behavioral Data to Propel Physical AI
Prime Minister Han Seung-soo stated on September 2 that combining South Korea's manufacturing competitiveness with behavioral data accumulated in industrial settings could elevate the nation to become a global leader in Physical AI.During a video address at the '2026 GGGF' held at The Plaza in Seoul, Han remarked, "If the behavioral data accumulated in industrial settings is combined with our globally competitive manufacturing, achieving the goal of becoming a global leader in Physical AI is ent
KPL Offers 1% Rate Discount on Personal Loans for Low to Mid-Credit Borrowers
On September 2, PFCT, which operates the online financial platform KPL, announced a promotion offering a 1% point reduction in personal loan interest rates for low to mid-credit borrowers. The initiative aims to alleviate the interest burden on these borrowers and lower the barriers to accessing mid-interest loans.PFCT stated that customers who take out new personal loans through KPL will receive a '1% interest rate discount coupon' until the end of the month.Most users of KPL's personal loans a
LH Increases Compensation Staff to Accelerate Construction of 3rd New Towns
The Korea Land and Housing Corporation (LH) is significantly increasing its compensation workforce to accelerate housing supply in the metropolitan area, including the 3rd New Towns. The goal is to reduce the compensation period for newly initiated compensation districts from 44 months to 24 months.On September 2, LH announced plans to expand its organization and personnel and improve procedures to expedite compensation and advance housing construction.LH will deploy a total of 344 personnel to
FIFA to Review K-Football Innovation Committee Activities in South Korea
The International Football Federation (FIFA) will visit South Korea next month to review the activities of the K-Football Innovation Committee, which was established under government leadership.According to the football community on the 29th, three officials, including the director of the FIFA member association secretariat, are scheduled to visit the Korea Football Association for a two-night, three-day inspection during the second week of September.This visit is seen as a follow-up to a recent
i-dle's Shuhua to Attend Busan International Film Festival for Film Debut
Group i-dle's Shuhua will make her film debut at the Busan International Film Festival. Shuhua's debut film, 'Happily Ever After,' has been officially invited to the 'A Window on Asian Cinema' section of the 31st Busan International Film Festival (BIFF), which will take place from October 6 to 15. This will be the film's first screening in Asia.The 'A Window on Asian Cinema' section of the Busan International Film Festival showcases notable works from established and emerging Asian directors, of
Over 213,000 Ride High-Speed Rail on First Day of KTX-SRT Integration
On the first day of integrated KTX and SRT operations, over 213,000 passengers used the high-speed rail service. The number of seats available from the Suseo line increased by more than 30% compared to last year, improving booking convenience.The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport and Korea Railroad Corporation reported on September 2 that 213,000 passengers utilized the high-speed rail on September 1, marking a 7.9% increase from the same day last year. The total number of available
Gwacheon City Council Opens 302nd Regular Session to Address Budget and Administrative Issues
The Gwacheon City Council convened its 302nd regular session on September 2, marking the start of a 16-day agenda. According to the council, the regular session will run from September 2 to 17, during which it will review the 2025 fiscal year settlement, the third supplementary budget for 2026, ordinance proposals, and conduct administrative audits. From September 2 to 8, a special committee will meet to examine a total of 13 agenda items. Key items include the 'Approval of the 2025 Fiscal Year