South Korea Faces Saudi Arabia and Qatar in Asian Games Quarterfinals
South Korea, aiming for a fourth consecutive title in men's football at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, will compete against Saudi Arabia and Qatar for a spot in the quarterfinals.South Korea will face Qatar on September 15 and Saudi Arabia on September 22. Among the 15 participating countries, Groups A to C consist of four teams each, while Group D has only three teams, with the top two from each group advancing to the quarterfinals.Group D, which includes South Korea, is the only group with
Hanwha to Host Seoul International Fireworks Festival on September 5
Hanwha will host the 'Hanwha Seoul International Fireworks Festival 2026' on September 5 at Yeouido Hangang Park. This year's festival has been moved up to accommodate the Chuseok holiday and increased foreign tourist demand, following last year's event held in late September.According to Hanwha, the festival will run from 1 PM to 10 PM, with the fireworks show beginning at 8 PM. The Seoul International Fireworks Festival, a social contribution initiative by Hanwha Group since 2000, has become a
Mirae Asset's Park Hyun-joo Aims to Grow Digital Assets to $150 Billion by 2027
Mirae Asset Group is set to significantly expand its digital asset business. The group aims to grow its digital asset sector to 150 trillion won, leveraging its customer assets totaling 1,500 trillion won, with a goal of achieving profitability by 2027.On August 26, Park Hyun-joo, Chairman of Mirae Asset Group and Global Strategist (GSO), presented this long-term vision, dubbed 'Mirae Asset 3.0,' at an event for DigitalX employees held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Seoul.Park emphasized that Digi
Bank of Korea Raises Key Interest Rate to 3.00% Amid Economic Growth
The Bank of Korea's Monetary Policy Committee raised the key interest rate to 3.00% on August 27, marking the second consecutive increase. This decision appears to be a proactive measure to address rising inflationary pressures driven by strong demand, particularly in the semiconductor sector.During its sixth monetary policy meeting of the year, the committee increased the rate by 0.25 percentage points, following a previous hike from 2.50% to 2.75%. This marks only the fourth instance in which
The Need for a Transformation in Urban Planning in the Era of Physical AI
The era of Physical AI is upon us, as artificial intelligence, once confined to digital screens, now steps into the real world equipped with sensors and robotics. Physical AI is becoming a key driver in reshaping industries worth $50 trillion globally, extending beyond manufacturing and logistics to energy, mobility, and infrastructure, according to Deloitte. In the next decade, humanoids, autonomous robots, self-driving cars, and drones will become commonplace in urban and industrial settings,
Commemoration of Independence Activist Lee Jun in Seoul
On August 23, 2026, at 11 a.m., Jan van Zanen, the mayor of The Hague, stood at the grave of independence activist Lee Jun in Suyu-ri, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul. This was his first official schedule during his visit to South Korea. Kang Yoon-jin, the Vice Minister of the Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs, welcomed him and joined in the tribute. Over a century after a diplomatic envoy from the Korean Empire risked his life to reclaim the nation's sovereignty, the mayor of that same city visited t
Chungnam National University and Kongju National University Hold First Integration Committee Meeting
Discussions on the integration of Chungnam National University and Kongju National University have officially begun. The two institutions held their first Integration Promotion Committee meeting, passing the draft of the integration application and setting a timeline for a vote among members scheduled for early next month. The Integration Promotion Committee, co-chaired by Chungnam National University President Kim Jeong-gyeom and Kongju National University President Lim Gyeong-ho, announced on
Inje County Expands Support for Military Families to Foster Community Integration
Inje County, Gangwon Province, is intensifying its support policies to facilitate the stable settlement and social participation of military families, encompassing education, culture, and community activities. The initiative aims to integrate not only military personnel but also their spouses and children as members of the local community, fostering mutual growth between the military and the region.According to Inje County on August 27, the county recently amended the "Inje County Ordinance on P
Kakao Entertainment Unveils In-House Copyright Protection System 'Dark Chaser'
Kakao Entertainment has unveiled its in-house developed copyright protection system, 'Dark Chaser,' based on years of accumulated data and technical expertise in combating illegal distribution. The system aims to enhance copyright protection by integrating the entire process from detection to reporting, processing results, domain tracking, and managing response history, moving beyond mere post-removal actions.On August 27, Kakao Entertainment released its ninth report on illegal distribution, de
Family Questions Circumstances of Jeju Woman's Death After Body Found
Amid growing suspicions surrounding the death of Jang Mi-ran, 37, whose body was discovered 104 days after she went missing in Jeju, her family has raised questions about the circumstances of her death, asking, "Is it possible to hang a rope from a thin palm tree trunk?"According to the Jeju Provincial Police Agency on August 27, a forensic report from the National Forensic Service indicated that no unusual fractures were found in Jang's skull or neck bones.However, the forensic service noted, "