Samsung Cultural Foundation Launches Korean Traditional Music Project
The Samsung Cultural Foundation announced on August 24 that it will host a total of eight performances of the 'Korean Traditional Music Project' from August 29 to September 20 at the Leeum Museum in Hannam-dong and the cultural complex Sounds S.This project aims to provide an opportunity to experience traditional music as a living art form in contemporary times.Jang Young-kyu serves as the artistic director. He is the leader of the band 'Ihnalchi,' which sparked a sensation in traditional music
Kim Se-young Finishes Third at LPGA CPKC Women's Open; Yamashita Takes Title
Kim Se-young secured third place at the LPGA Tour's CPKC Women's Open, which featured a total purse of $2.75 million.On August 24, during the final round at the Royal Mayfair Golf Club in Edmonton, Alberta, Kim recorded one eagle and three birdies against two bogeys, finishing with a score of 3-under 67.With a total score of 13-under 267, Kim improved her position from a tie for sixth to a solo third place by the end of the tournament.Kim, a 13-time LPGA Tour winner, marked her sixth top-10 fini
President Lee: Laws Must Guide Society Amid AI and Digital Transformation
President Lee Jae-myung stated on August 24 that during this transformative period of rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technology, laws must not only guide the direction of society but also uphold universal principles that must be steadfastly maintained.President Lee made these remarks in a written address at the 34th Korean Bar Association Conference held at The Grand Lotte Seoul in Jung-gu, Seoul. The address was delivered on his behalf by Chief of Staff Han Chan-
Body Believed to Be Missing Woman Found Near Jeju
A body believed to be that of 37-year-old Jang Mi-ran, who went missing in May, was discovered on August 24, 104 days after her disappearance. The police are currently investigating to confirm the identity.According to Yonhap News and the Jeju Police Agency, the body was found at approximately 10:46 a.m. near Hallim-eup in Jeju City during a joint search operation.However, the body has significantly decomposed, making identification difficult. The location where the body was found is about 1 kil
Concerns Over Cabbage Prices Amid Heat and Heavy Rain; Government Reviews Supply for Chuseok
The government is assessing the production of highland cabbage and taking steps to stabilize supply and prices ahead of the Chuseok holiday.On August 24, the Ministry of Finance and Economy's inter-agency support team for public welfare visited highland cabbage fields in Anbandegi, Gangneung, and the Daegwallyeong Horticultural Cooperative in Pyeongchang to check on the growth conditions and listen to industry concerns.This field visit was organized to evaluate the impact of recent extreme heat
Hanmi Pharmaceutical Hits Upper Limit After $23 Billion Licensing Deal with Genentech for Obesity Drug
Hanmi Pharmaceutical has reached the upper limit on the stock market following news of a licensing agreement worth approximately 23 trillion won with Genentech, a subsidiary of the Roche Group, for an obesity drug candidate.According to the Korea Exchange, as of 1:40 PM on August 24, Hanmi Pharmaceutical's stock rose by 124,500 won (29.96%) to 540,000 won. The surge followed the company's announcement at 11:14 AM that it had signed the licensing agreement.Under this agreement, Hanmi Pharmaceutic
Labor, Management, and Government Discuss Health Protections for Night Workers
Labor, management, and government representatives examined the conditions of night work in various sectors, including nursing, caregiving, manufacturing, logistics, and delivery, and discussed protective measures.The Implementation Monitoring Committee for the Roadmap to Reduce Actual Working Hours, composed of labor, management, and government experts, held its ninth meeting on August 24 in Seoul's Jung-gu district. The meeting included discussions with night workers from the medical, caregivin
Hyungji Elite Reports Growth in Revenue and Operating Profit, Returns to Profitability
Hyungji Elite has reported simultaneous growth in revenue and operating profit, driven by strong performance in its sports commercialization business.The company announced on August 24 that its consolidated revenue for the period from July of last year to June of this year reached 177.8 billion won, an increase of approximately 7% compared to the same period last year. During the same timeframe, operating profit rose by about 27% to 8.4 billion won.Company officials attributed the improved perfo
Hyundai and Kia Models Struggle in Vietnam's Changing Auto Market
Hyundai and Kia, once strong contenders in the Vietnamese automotive market, are now facing significant sales declines for their key models. The popularity of Korean cars, which thrived on sedans and compact vehicles, is waning due to shifts in consumer preferences, increased competition, and the rise of electrification.According to local media outlet VietnamNet on August 24, Hyundai and Kia gained traction in Vietnam with appealing designs, extensive features, and competitive pricing. However,
Ahn Se-young Returns to World No. 1 in Badminton
Badminton women's singles world No. 1 Ahn Se-young has reclaimed her position at the top. Ahn won the women's singles final at the Badminton World Federation (BWF) World Championships in New Delhi on August 23, defeating world No. 2 Akane Yamaguchi 2-0. This victory comes three years after she made history as the first Korean to win a singles title at the World Championships in Copenhagen in 2023. After winning a bronze medal at last year's championships, Ahn did not drop a single game from the