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BIGBANG Celebrates 20th Anniversary with COSMOS Concert BIGBANG Celebrates 20th Anniversary with 'COSMOS' Concert

"Well, I said, I would be back."The legend has returned. Celebrating their 20th anniversary, the group BIGBANG marked their comeback with a powerful performance that showcased their enduring status in the music industry.From August 21 to 23, BIGBANG held their 20th anniversary world tour 'XX: COSMOS IN GOYANG' at the Goyang Sports Complex in Ilsanseo-gu, Goyang City. The group infused their heartfelt appreciation for their long-time fans throughout the show, revisiting their iconic hits and demo

Ansan City Council Enhances Councilors Expertise Through Practical Training Ansan City Council Enhances Councilors' Expertise Through Practical Training

On August 21, the Ansan City Council in Gyeonggi Province initiated training aimed at enhancing the expertise and legislative capabilities of its councilors.According to the council, this training was the first of its kind since the opening of the 10th assembly and was conducted for councilors and staff in the council's main conference room.The training was designed to improve the basic competencies of councilors while strengthening the practical skills necessary for legislative activities ahead

Korea Racing Authority Launches Online Activity Contest for Users Korea Racing Authority Launches Online Activity Contest for Users

The Korea Racing Authority's General Headquarters will host the 'Online Activity Champion Contest' starting September 1 to enhance user engagement with its online content. According to the General Headquarters on August 23, all members of the Korea Racing Authority's website can participate in this event. Participants can log in to the website and accumulate 'activity points' by engaging in various activities such as mock betting, writing predictions and reviews, and commenting on other users' p

Lee So-hee and Baek Ha-na Win Koreas First Womens Doubles World Championship Gold in 31 Years Lee So-hee and Baek Ha-na Win Korea's First Women's Doubles World Championship Gold in 31 Years

Lee So-hee and Baek Ha-na Defeat World No. 1 to Claim Gold MedalBadminton players Lee So-hee and Baek Ha-na, ranked third in the world, secured a gold medal for South Korea at the World Championships for the first time in 31 years. The duo triumphed over the world’s top-ranked pair, Liu Shengsu and Tan Ning from China, with a score of 2-0 (21-15, 21-15) in the women’s doubles final held in New Delhi, India, on August 23. This victory marks the first time a South Korean women’s doubles team has

U.S.-Iran Peace Talks Stalled as Key Figure Ashim Munir Visits Tehran U.S.-Iran Peace Talks Stalled as Key Figure Ashim Munir Visits Tehran

As U.S.-Iran peace negotiations remain stalled, Ashim Munir, the Chief of Army Staff of Pakistan, is set to visit Iran on August 24.On August 23, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei announced Munir's upcoming visit to the Iranian capital, Tehran.Baghaei described Munir's trip as part of Pakistan's ongoing efforts to promote regional peace and security.Munir, regarded as a key figure in Pakistan, played a crucial role in facilitating the June signing of a Memorandum of Understanding

New Investigation Guidelines for Special Judicial Police Ahead of Prosecutorial Authority Changes New Investigation Guidelines for Special Judicial Police Ahead of Prosecutorial Authority Changes

As the abolition of prosecutorial investigative and directive authority approaches in October, the Supreme Prosecutors' Office is drafting new investigation guidelines and soliciting feedback from special judicial police (SJP).According to Yonhap News on the 23rd, the Supreme Prosecutors' Office sent a draft of the guidelines, which define the relationship between prosecutors and SJPs, to major SJPs nationwide on the 21st, requesting comments by the 24th.SJPs are public officials responsible for

Choi Chan Wins KPGA Tour Dong-A Membership Open, Secures Second Victory of the Season Choi Chan Wins KPGA Tour Dong-A Membership Open, Secures Second Victory of the Season

Choi Chan claimed victory at the KPGA Tour Dong-A Membership Group Open, the first event of the second half of the Korean professional golf season, after a two-month break.On August 23, at the Sol Course of the Solago Country Club in Taean, South Chungcheong Province, Choi shot a 3-under-par 69, with four birdies and one bogey, in the final round of the tournament, which had a total prize purse of 700 million won.With a total score of 20-under-par 268, Choi edged out amateur national representat

Lee So-hee and Baek Ha-na Defeat World No. 1 to Win Koreas First Womens Doubles Gold in 31 Years Lee So-hee and Baek Ha-na Defeat World No. 1 to Win Korea's First Women's Doubles Gold in 31 Years

Badminton women's doubles world ranking No. 3 Lee So-hee and Baek Ha-na secured South Korea's first gold medal at the World Championships in 31 years.The duo triumphed on August 23 in New Delhi, India, defeating world No. 1 Liu Shengsu and Tan Ning of China 2-0 (21-15, 21-15) in the final of the 2026 BWF World Championships.This marks the first time a South Korean women's doubles team has won the championship since Gil Young-a and Jang Hye-ok in 1995 in Lausanne, Switzerland.Lee and Baek lifted

Seogyo-rim Claims First Major Title at KLPGA Championship Seogyo-rim Claims First Major Title at KLPGA Championship

Seogyo-rim triumphed over her rival Kim Min-sol in a dramatic playoff at the BC Card-Hankyung 48th KLPGA Championship held at the Pocheon Hills Country Club in Gyeonggi Province on August 23. Seogyo-rim shot a final round of 2-over par 74, with two birdies and four bogeys, finishing with a total score of 8-under par 280.After tying with Kim Min-sol, Seogyo-rim secured the victory by making a birdie on the first playoff hole, the par-5 18th, earning a prize of 270 million won.This win brings Seog

Police Investigate Motive of Officer Arrested for Falsifying Missing Person Case Police Investigate Motive of Officer Arrested for Falsifying Missing Person Case

Jeju police are intensively investigating the motive of a sergeant arrested for allegedly falsifying a missing person case on August 23.As he left the Jeju Eastern Police Station in the afternoon, the sergeant, identified as A, did not respond to reporters' questions about the reasons for the false conclusion and bowed his head as he entered a transport vehicle.According to Yonhap News, a police official stated, "We are investigating the motives behind the sergeant's false conclusion of the miss