On Tuesday, August 25, a heat wave will continue across the country, with showers expected mainly in the Seoul metropolitan area and Gangwon Province. According to the Korea Meteorological Administration on August 24, showers are likely to occur from morning to afternoon in the northeastern Gyeonggi Province, inland and mountainous areas of Gangwon, the northern coast of the East Sea, and northern Chungbuk. Expected rainfall amounts are as follows: ▲ 50-60 mm in northeastern Gyeonggi ▲ 5-40 mm i

Nvidia's decision to reflect rising memory prices in its AI server costs has highlighted the negotiating power of Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. The surge in demand for HBM and server DRAM, driven by increased investment in AI data centers, is affecting the prices of finished products, including smartphones and PCs.According to industry sources, Nvidia recently informed major clients that it may raise the prices of AI server systems scheduled for shipment early next year by more than 15%. Thi

Hyundai Motor, facing sluggish domestic sales, is considering the use of Chinese parts to enhance its price competitiveness. The company is expanding its sourcing options overseas to reduce costs. However, it finds itself in a dilemma as U.S. regulations on Chinese parts tighten.According to industry sources, Hyundai has begun internal reviews regarding the additional use of Chinese parts to boost price competitiveness. This move is seen as a response to lower production costs and to counter the

Hefei, the capital of Anhui province, has appointed another official born in the 1970s as its top leader, further solidifying its status as a hub for high-tech venture investment in China.On August 23, local media outlet Zhong'an Zaixian reported that the Anhui Provincial Standing Committee convened and appointed Qin Weiguo, a member of the Anhui Provincial Party Standing Committee and Secretary of the Political and Legal Committee, as the new Party Secretary of Hefei.This appointment fills the

A body believed to be that of Jang Mi-ran, who went missing in Jeju, was discovered in a palm tree forest in Hanlim-eup, Jeju City, 101 days after her disappearance. This finding has sparked outrage over the police's official statements and the circumstances surrounding the case.On the 24th, Acting Police Chief Yoo Jae-sung reported to the National Assembly's Administrative Safety Committee that he received information from the Jeju police chief indicating the body was presumed to be a hanging d

The landscape of intellectual property (IP) expansion in popular culture is shifting. The traditional one-way flow of popular novels or webtoons being adapted into films is being reversed, as successful films in theaters and on streaming services are now leading the best-seller lists in bookstores, a phenomenon known as 'screen sellers.'This reverse expansion is clearly illustrated by the recent success of the film 'Odyssey.' According to the integrated ticketing system, 'Odyssey' attracted 1,32

The Busan Education Office has established a collaborative body involving various organizations to proactively address issues of digital media overuse and dependence among youth, including smartphones, short-form videos, and online gaming.On August 14, the Busan Education Office held the inaugural meeting of the 'Committee for Preventing Overdependence and Over-Immersion in Intelligent Information Services,' officially commencing its activities, the office announced on August 24.The committee, c

Kang Hoon-sik, the Chief of Staff to the President, emphasized on August 24 the need for fundamental reforms to eradicate illegal subleasing of public rental housing. He proposed the introduction of a reward system for reporting violations, enhanced field investigations, and stricter penalties for illegal activities.During a meeting with senior aides at the Blue House, Kang stated that public rental housing, designed to ensure housing stability for low-income and vulnerable groups, has become a

Vietnamese youth are encountering obstacles as they enter the labor market. Traditionally, entry-level positions in administration, customer service, and support roles served as practical training grounds for new graduates. However, the rise of AI and automation is narrowing these pathways for young workers.According to local recruitment agencies on August 24, 2026, the number of mid-skilled jobs that have historically provided a stepping stone for young people is decreasing. Roles that were onc