Prosecutors Seek 5-Year Sentence for Han Duck-soo Over Constitutional Court Appointments
The special investigation team led by Special Prosecutor Cho Eun-seok has requested a five-year prison sentence for Han Duck-soo, the former Prime Minister, who is charged with failing to appoint Constitutional Court justices recommended by the National Assembly following the December 3 emergency martial law declaration.During the sentencing hearing held on August 28 at the Seoul Central District Court's Criminal Division 33, presided over by Judge Lee Jin-kwan, the prosecution argued for a five
Korea and Japan Must Collaborate in Semiconductor Industry for AI Era
In the era of artificial intelligence (AI), there is a growing call for enhanced economic cooperation between South Korea and Japan, particularly in the semiconductor industry. As demand for semiconductors surges due to advancements in AI technology, experts suggest that both countries should leverage their respective strengths to move beyond simple supply chain collaboration and engage in joint development of next-generation semiconductor technologies.During the 'Korea-Japan Economic Cooperatio
New Tourism Era for Sainam-myeon as Gwandeok Tunnel Opens
Following the disbandment of the 27th Division, Sainam-myeon in Hwacheon County, Gangwon Province, is preparing for a new era of tourism with the upcoming opening of the Gwandeok Tunnel. The plan aims to create a vibrant tourism economy centered around the northern slopes of Hwaaksan, linking various natural, historical, and cultural resources such as Hwaaksan, Samil Valley, and Gokun Valley into a cohesive tourist route.On the morning of August 28, Hwacheon County Mayor Kim Se-hoon addressed th
Blue House Withdraws Nomination of Son Bong-ki for Supreme Court Justice
The Blue House announced on August 28 that it will not submit a confirmation proposal for Son Bong-ki, a senior judge at the Daegu District Court, who was nominated to succeed former Supreme Court Justice Noh Tae-ack.Additionally, regarding Kim Sung-soo, a senior judge at the Seoul High Court nominated to succeed Supreme Court Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae, the Blue House stated, "Since there has been consensus after consultations, we will submit the confirmation proposal to the National Assembly to
Competition Policy in the Digital Age: Insights from Economists and Regulators
As online platforms and artificial intelligence (AI) increasingly influence market pricing and consumer choices, economists and competition authorities gathered to explore competition policy suited for the digital era.The Fair Trade Commission and the Korean Econometric Society held a joint academic conference on the theme of 'Competition Policy in the Digital Age' on August 28 at KAIST's Seoul campus in Dongdaemun.The conference focused on how the expansion of platform economies and advancement
Explosion at Paint Factory in Cheonan Claims Three Lives
A fire caused by an explosion at a paint raw material manufacturing plant in Cheonan, South Korea, has resulted in three fatalities and two injuries. The government has urgently directed resources for rescue operations and ensuring the safety of personnel on-site, led by the Prime Minister and the Minister of the Interior and Safety. According to fire authorities and police, the incident occurred at 11:44 AM at Daewon Industry, a paint raw material production facility located in the southeastern
First Coexistence Job Fair to be Held in Gwangju on September 2
The city of Gwangju will host the 'Coexistence Job Fair' on September 2 from 1 PM to 5 PM at the Gwangju Kim Dae-jung Convention Center.This marks the first job fair since the integration of Gwangju and Jeonnam.With significant investments from Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix to develop a large semiconductor industrial complex in the region, and a commitment from Amkor Technology to invest 1 trillion won in Gwangju, a large number of job seekers are expected to attend the fair.The event also ai
Kim Ho-cheol, Chief of the Board of Audit, Apologizes for Illegal Practices in Statistical Audits
김호철 감사원장이 28일 통계감사와 서해감사 과정에서 강압과 회유, 왜곡된 증거를 활용한 수사요청 등 불법 행위가 확인됐다며 국민과 공직자들에게 공식 사과했다. 관련자에게 상응하는 책임을 물어 엄중히 조치하겠다는 방침도 밝혔다. 김 원장은 이날 감사원 대강당에서 열린 개원 제78주년 ‘감사의 날’ 기념식에서 “국정조사에서 제기된 통계감사와 서해감사 과정에 강압과 회유, 왜곡된 증거를 활용한 수사요청 등 불법이 있었음이 사실로 확인됐다”면서 이같이 말했다. 이어 “감사원 책임자로서 국민들과 공직자 여러분께 사
Gwangju Bank Opens New Branch in Seoul's Gasan Digital Complex
Gwangju Bank has opened a new branch in the Gasan Digital Complex in Geumcheon-gu, Seoul. The branch, named 'Foreign Financial Center Seoul,' aims to address the growing financial needs of foreigners residing in South Korea and to expand Gwangju Bank's foreign financial services to the metropolitan area. According to Gwangju Bank, the new branch builds on the operational experience gained from the Foreign Financial Center opened in 2025 in Gwangju, Jeonnam. The Gasan Digital Complex is a transpo
SK Telecom to Launch Nationwide AI Assistant with Beta Release in October
SK Telecom (SKT) announced on August 28 that it has been selected as the project operator for the 'Everyone's AI' initiative, which is being promoted by the Ministry of Science and ICT. This government program aims to support citizens in using AI without financial burdens or usage restrictions.The SKT consortium plans to introduce a beta version of its nationwide AI service in October, utilizing its proprietary AI foundation model, 'A.X K2,' along with various domestic AI models, with a full lau