Yoon Bok, Head of the Military Arts Troupe, Says 'No' to No
“During the height of COVID-19 in 2020, there was a shortage of masks. I often saw soldiers wearing regular masks for long periods, which caused them ear pain. I remember asking a company to donate 10 million protective masks,” said Yoon Bok, head of the Military Arts Troupe, during an interview at his office in Yongsan, Seoul.Yoon's smile was evident as he spoke about his children and his long-standing connection with the military, which began in 1989. Like his older brother, who entered the Ar
Robotics Expert Dennis Hong Discusses the Future of Humanoids and Art
Professor Dennis Hong, a leading robotics expert at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and director of the renowned robotics and mechanisms laboratory RoMeLa, is known for turning imaginative futures into reality. Recently, he has gained attention as an experimental artist. Ahead of his keynote speech at the 2026 GGGF forum, themed "The Reality of AI Civilization Depends on Physical AI Competitiveness," taking place on September 2 at The Plaza Hotel in Seoul, Hong discussed vario
AI Adoption: Profitability Becomes Key to Sustainability
Amid the accelerating adoption of artificial intelligence (AI), profitability has emerged as a crucial factor for sustainability. Improvements in AI productivity at the individual employee level have yet to translate into enhanced financial performance for companies. The burden of high operational costs, including expensive tokens, has made AI utilization strategies increasingly important for businesses.According to a report released on August 31 by global consulting firm McKinsey & Company, tit
AI Adoption Grows Among Large Companies, Widening Gap with SMEs
As generative artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly penetrates industrial sectors, a widening gap in AI utilization between large and small businesses has emerged. The shift of AI responsibilities from simple tasks to core functions such as software development, supply chain management, and marketing has made the cost burden of AI a pressing issue for companies. AI is evolving into a 'core talent' for businesses, accelerating the restructuring of management frameworks.According to a report releas
Kim Se-hoon Proposes 'Hwacheon Party' for Political Cooperation in Hwacheon
Kim Se-hoon, the mayor of Hwacheon, has proposed political cooperation and expanding resident income as solutions for the current divided governance in the region. During a discussion on 'Coexistence Hwacheon' with political commentator Professor Choi Chang-ryul at the Hwacheon Cultural Center on August 31, he outlined the future direction of the local government, including its relationship with the county council, basic income initiatives, sunshine pensions, and tourism and forestry policies.Re
Private Museums Face Closure Amid Government Trust Issues
Filling the Cultural Void Since 19911991 marked a turning point in South Korea's cultural infrastructure with the enactment of the Museum and Art Gallery Promotion Act. At that time, the first Minister of Culture, Lee O-young (1934–2022), proposed establishing 1,000 museums and galleries across the country within a decade. This vision inspired numerous private collectors, local leaders, and small business owners to build museums and galleries, effectively shouldering the cultural infrastructure
New Cabinet Candidates Outline Priorities for Economic Growth and Housing Supply
As the second cabinet of the Lee Jae-myung government takes shape, newly appointed minister candidates have expressed their commitment to accelerating national policy initiatives. They face complex challenges, including boosting potential growth rates, increasing housing supply, easing regulations, and reforming the criminal justice system.On August 30, the newly nominated ministers outlined their policy directions during their first public appearances. Lee Hyung-il, nominated as Deputy Prime Mi
Nine South Koreans Stranded in Nepal Return Home Safely Amid Floods
Nine South Koreans Rescued from Nepal Floods Return HomeNine of the ten South Koreans stranded due to unprecedented flooding in Nepal have returned home safely.On August 31, Doosan Enerbility announced that the nine employees rescued from the flood zone arrived in South Korea around 2 p.m.According to Doosan Enerbility, the individuals were checked for health issues upon their return and were reported to be in good condition, not requiring hospitalization. A company representative stated, "They
President Lee Reflects on Roh Moo-hyun's Legacy as Biography is Released
이재명 대통령은 31일 고(故) 노무현 전 대통령의 삶과 철학을 담은 ‘노무현 평전’ 출간을 축하하며 “대통령님의 부재는 여전히 익숙하지 않다”고 밝혔다. 이 대통령은 이날 페이스북 글을 통해 “이번 평전이 노무현 대통령님을 기억하는 분들에게는 새로운 성찰의 계기가 되고, 대통령님을 잘 알지 못했던 세대에게는 그의 삶과 시대를 새롭게 만나는 소중한 기회가 되기를 바란다”며 이같이 적었다. 이 대통령은 노 전 대통령을 시간이 흐를수록 더욱 선명해지는 기억으로 표현했다. 대부분의 기억은 시간이 지나면서 흐려지지만
Heavy Rain in Southern and Chungcheong Regions Causes Missing Persons and Flood Damage
Nationwide heavy rainfall has led to missing persons, property damage, and home flooding. The Korea Meteorological Administration has intensified heavy rain warnings, particularly in the Chungnam region, urging caution against safety accidents and river flooding. According to the Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasure Headquarters and local governments, a 73-year-old man went missing in Jeongeup, North Jeolla Province, while he was out working on a rice paddy on August 28. Search operation