Chinese and Korean Youth Strengthen Friendship Through Futsal on 34th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations
In celebration of the 34th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and South Korea, a platform for youth from both countries to strengthen their friendship through futsal has been established.The opening ceremony of the '2026 China-Korea Youth Futsal Cultural Exchange Camp' took place at Kyonggi University Suwon Campus on August 22. The event will run for four days, concluding on August 24.This inaugural event features youth players from both countries participating in a futsal tournam
Seven in Ten Small Businesses Say Shorter Payment Terms Would Help Management
Seven out of ten small businesses believe that reducing the legal payment deadline for deliveries from the current 60 days would benefit their management. According to a survey conducted by the Korea Federation of Small and Medium Businesses from July 21 to 24, which involved 500 small businesses engaged in consignment transactions, 71.0% of the respondents indicated that a shorter legal payment deadline would be 'helpful' for their management. By industry, 90.0% of manufacturing firms reported
30,000 Hidden Heroes: Volunteers Driving the World Youth Day
The most frequently encountered individuals by pilgrims at the World Youth Day are not the speakers on stage. Instead, they are the volunteers who guide them at airports and train stations, check registrations, direct them to meal locations, and connect participants in need of medical assistance with healthcare professionals. The organizing committee for the World Youth Day in 2027 aims to mobilize 30,000 volunteers during the main event. These volunteers will be the driving force behind the eve
Samsung and SK Hynix Announce Record $115 Billion Shareholder Return
Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix have officially announced a record shareholder return policy worth up to 150 trillion won. This initiative aims to distribute the substantial profits generated from the artificial intelligence (AI) memory supercycle back to shareholders. This move is unprecedented in the South Korean capital market.However, this bold step has drawn criticism, with some labeling it a 'money feast.' Skeptics question whether it undermines the company's future capital expenditures (
Kim Min-jae Plays Full Match as Bayern Munich Defeats Dortmund for Supercup Title
Kim Min-jae, a central defender for the South Korean national team, helped Bayern Munich secure the Supercup title.Bayern Munich defeated Borussia Dortmund 2-1 in the 2026-2027 season Franz Beckenbauer Supercup held at Signal Iduna Park in Dortmund on the 23rd.Starting the match, Kim played the full 90 minutes, contributing to the team's victory.This marks Bayern's second consecutive Supercup title and their 12th overall, solidifying their position as the all-time leader in this competition.Baye
CU's 1.5-Serving Tteokbokki Gains Popularity in Refrigerated Snack Sales
CU's 1.5-serving large tteokbokki has become a top seller in the refrigerated snack category.According to CU, the 'Geummiok King Tteokbokki,' launched in collaboration with the popular tteokbokki restaurant in Seongsu-dong, has ranked first in sales for the refrigerated snack category from April to May. It maintained the second position in sales during June and July, remaining a top contender five months after its release.Recognizing the demand for large tteokbokki, CU introduced the 'Full Toppi
People Power Party Criticizes Government's Plan for Future Response Fund
국민의힘은 23일 정부가 반도체 호황에 따른 추가 세수를 활용해 미래대응기금을 신설하겠다고 밝히자 "정부가 지금 해야 할 일은 빚을 갚는 것이지 새 통장부터 만드는 것이 아니다"고 지적했다. 최보윤 수석대변인은 이날 오전 국회에서 기자회견을 열어 "나랏빚이 1000조 원을 넘었다. 그럼에도 이재명 정부는 반도체 호황에 따른 세수와 지방교육재정교부금 개편 재원을 묶어 미래대응기금을 만들겠다고 한다"며 이같이 말했다. 최 수석대변인은 "규모는 100조 원에서 150조 원까지 거론된다"며 "액수가 얼마이든 국회의 견제를 벗
Starbucks Expands Senior Barista Training Program with Over 30 Sessions Planned by Year-End
Starbucks Korea has resumed its 'Senior Barista Training' program aimed at creating job opportunities for seniors after a three-month hiatus.On August 20, Starbucks conducted its first senior barista training session for 20 seniors with an average age of 65 at the Gunpo Senior Club in Gyeonggi Province. This training is part of a senior employment support initiative that Starbucks has been running in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Welfare and the Korea Senior Club Association sinc
Gwangmyeong Mayor Park Seung-won: Healthy and Happy Children Are the Start of Peace
Park Seung-won, the mayor of Gwangmyeong, emphasized on August 22 that "the health and happiness of all children is the beginning of peace."On this day, Mayor Park held the 13th Gwangmyeong City Community Child Center Children and Youth Festival at the Gwangmyeong Citizens' Gymnasium, engaging directly with children in a manner suited to their level.The event created a space for children from local community centers to play freely, communicate, and nurture their dreams.Approximately 900 particip
Launch of Third River Basin Management Committee with 91 Appointed Members
The third River Basin Management Committee has been established to oversee water management policies and resolve water disputes in the four major river basins: the Han River, Nakdong River, Geum River, and Yeongsan-Sumjin Rivers.The National Water Management Committee, which operates under the direct authority of the President, announced on the 23rd that it appointed a new private chairperson and 91 private members to the four river basin committees on the 21st. Their term will last until August