Hanwha Establishes U.S. LNG Subsidiary to Target Global Energy Market
Hanwha Aerospace is launching a subsidiary in the United States to oversee its liquefied natural gas (LNG) business, aiming to penetrate the global energy market. The strategy involves building a value chain that encompasses LNG procurement, transportation, supply, and power generation, thereby enhancing competitiveness in both energy and defense sectors.On August 25, Hanwha Aerospace announced the establishment of 'Hanwha Horizon USA' to kickstart its global LNG operations.Located in Texas, Han
KIAT Launches Anti-Corruption and Integrity Week to Enhance Transparency in Budget Execution
The Korea Institute of Advancement of Technology (KIAT) is taking proactive measures to prevent corruption and conflicts of interest in project management and budget execution through employee participation in integrity activities.On August 24, KIAT announced the launch of its '2026 Anti-Corruption and Integrity Week,' which will run until September 9, alongside a ceremony to commemorate 'Anti-Corruption and Integrity Day.'This year's integrity week is themed 'Transparent, Clear, and Confident I
Han Byeong-do Presses Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae on Controversial Nomination Process
Han Byeong-do, the floor leader of the Democratic Party, continued to pressure Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae and Administrative Office of the Courts Director Noh Kyung-pil on August 25 regarding the controversial written nomination process for Supreme Court justices. He demanded they attend the National Assembly's Legislation and Judiciary Committee to explain why they proceeded with the nominations without consultation.During a meeting of the Democratic Party's floor leadership, Han criticized Cho
Lotte Biologics Receives 'Excellent' Green Building Certification for Incheon Facility
Lotte Biologics has strengthened its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) competitiveness in the global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) market by receiving recognition for the eco-friendly construction of its first plant at the Incheon Bio Campus.On August 25, Lotte Biologics announced that it has obtained an 'Excellent' grade in the national green building certification (G-SEED) from the Korea Institute of Eco-Friendly Architecture for its first plant at the In
LG Electronics Partners with Metropolitan Museum to Showcase Art on Smart TVs
LG Electronics is enhancing its art content offerings by showcasing works from the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York on its smart TVs. On August 25, LG Electronics announced a partnership with the Metropolitan Museum, providing over 100 masterpieces from the museum through its art content service, LG Gallery Plus. LG Gallery Plus is an art content service based on LG's proprietary smart TV platform, webOS. Users can display artworks and photographs on their TV screens, effectively using
Labor Ministry and Woori Financial Group Support 60 Youths in Financial IT Training
Woori Bank and Woori Card, along with eight affiliates of Woori Financial Group, are providing financial information technology (IT) training, mentoring from industry professionals, and hands-on experience for 60 youths.The Ministry of Employment and Labor announced that Lim Young-mi, head of the Employment Policy Office, attended the launch ceremony of the 'Woori WON Youth IT Academy' at Woori Bank's headquarters in Seoul on August 25.The Woori WON Youth IT Academy is part of the K-New Deal Aca
New Regulations on Funeral Services: No Unauthorized Disposal of Condolence Flowers
앞으로 조문객이 유족에게 보낸 근조화환을 장례식장이 임의로 수거해 특정 재사용 업체에 팔아넘기던 관행에 제동이 걸릴 전망이다. 과일과 음료 등 조리되지 않은 음식물은 장례식장에 반입할 수 있고 장례식장 사업자는 계약 전 장례비용을 소비자에게 설명해야 한다.공정거래위원회는 이같은 내용을 골자로 하는 '장례식장 표준약관'을 개정했다고 25일 밝혔다. 그간 일부 장례식장에서 조문객이 유족에게 보낸 화환을 화환 수거·재사용 업체에게 판매하는 사례, 외부 음식물 반입을 제한하는 경우가 있어 소비자의 불
Hyundai Green Food Launches Pilot Project to Promote Consumption of Local Agricultural Products
Hyundai Green Food, a comprehensive food company under the Hyundai Department Store Group, is spearheading a pilot project aimed at promoting the consumption of local agricultural products in Chungcheongnam-do. The company plans to purchase over 500 tons of agricultural products produced in the region for use in meal service operations and restaurants nationwide.On August 25, Hyundai Green Food announced its collaboration with Chungcheongnam-do to launch the first pilot project of the 'Mutual Gr
Wavve Expands 'Infinite Challenge' and 'Hello, Francesca' IPs with New Originals
Wavve is expanding the popular IPs of 'Infinite Challenge' and 'Hello, Francesca' into new original content.Wavve announced it will release 'Infinite Challenge: Hawaii Never Die,' a reimagining of the beloved series 'Infinite Challenge,' and 'Next to You, Francesca,' an original spinoff drama that connects to the world of 'Hello, Francesca,' later this year.Both projects build on the core settings and emotions of the original works, adding new characters and stories. They aim to provide existing
Hatch Tech Shares Drop Over 20% on First Day of KOSDAQ Listing
Hatch Tech, a fabless semiconductor sensor company, has seen its shares plummet over 20% on its first day of trading on the KOSDAQ.As of 9:35 a.m. on the 25th, Hatch Tech's stock was trading at 17,960 won, down 5,040 won (21.91%) from its initial public offering price of 23,000 won, according to the Korea Exchange.The company made its debut on the KOSDAQ today.During the demand forecast for institutional investors held from August 3 to 7, 321 institutions participated, resulting in a competition