"The transition to artificial intelligence is an innovation that goes beyond simple technology adoption, enhancing the reliability and quality of public services provided by the Korea Rural Community Corporation (KRC)." Kim In-jung, president of KRC, is accelerating the integration of AI in agriculture. The focus is on using AI to predict droughts and water shortages, manage agricultural water efficiently, and ensure safety in rural areas. At first glance, agriculture and AI may seem unrelated.

Kim Min-seok, the leader of the Democratic Party, emphasized on August 23 that the government should ensure that any reforms to the long-term holding tax exemption (long-term holding special deduction) do not adversely affect the rental market. He made these remarks during a high-level party-government meeting, his first since taking office as party leader.At the 10th high-level party-government meeting held at the Prime Minister's residence in Samcheong-dong, Seoul, Kim acknowledged the governm

South Korean Prime Minister Han Seung-soo expressed strong regret on August 23 over the controversy surrounding the police's handling of recent missing person investigations in Jeju. He directed a thorough investigation into the matter and called for measures to prevent future occurrences.In an emergency directive issued that morning, Han instructed the National Police Agency to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the entire process of the missing person case.He further ordered a meticulo

Seongnam Mayor Shin Sang-jin emphasized on August 22 that "culture should not be reserved for special occasions but should be part of citizens' daily lives." He reiterated his commitment to creating a Seongnam where everyone can enjoy cultural arts close to home. On that afternoon, Mayor Shin attended the '2026 Picnic Concert' held at the Eulji University Seongnam Campus sports field, where he sat alongside citizens to enjoy the performances and connect through music. "I am very happy to be here

NH Nonghyup Bank has evaluated its crisis response capabilities to ensure stable financial services during national emergencies. From August 18 to 21, NH Nonghyup Bank participated in the '2026 Eulji Exercise,' conducting response training for various emergency scenarios, including cyber threats and financial support during wartime. The training focused on procedures for handling financial operations during national emergencies, responding to cyber threats, and providing financial support in

Pulmuone Foodmerce is providing monthly snack packs to low-income families with infants in Seohae District, Incheon.Pulmuone Foodmerce announced on August 23 that it has signed a tripartite memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Seohae District Office and the Seohae District Government-Supported Daycare Association to jointly promote the 'Nutrition Dream' initiative.The signing ceremony, held on August 21 at the Seohae District Office, was attended by Seohae District Mayor Koo Jae-yong, Pulm

On August 20, the People Power Party confirmed Im Yi-ja, a three-term lawmaker, as the new chair of its policy committee. The position had been vacant for over two months following the election of Jeong Jeom-sik as the party's floor leader. Choi Soo-jin, the party's chief spokesperson, announced the decision to reporters after a party meeting held at the National Assembly. Im, a former vice chair of the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions, has a background in labor activism and has served on t

영화 '스파이더맨: 브랜드 뉴 데이'가 누적 관객 수 802만명을 돌파했다.23일 영화관입장권 통합전산망에 따르면 '스파이더맨: 브랜드 뉴 데이'는 이날 0시 기준 누적 관객 수 802만명을 넘어섰다.이로써 '스파이더맨: 브랜드 뉴 데이'는 톰 홀랜드 주연 '스파이더맨' 시리즈 최고 흥행작이었던 '스파이더맨: 파 프롬 홈'의 최종 관객 수 802만3606명을 넘어섰다. '스파이더맨: 파 프롬 홈'보다 9일 빠른 속도로 800만 관객을 돌파하며 시리즈 최고 성적을 새로 썼다.MCU 솔로 무비 기준

장동혁 국민의힘 대표는 23일 조희대 대법원장의 '대법관 서면 제청'과 관련해 더불어민주당이 사퇴를 촉구하자 "모든 것은 이재명 대통령에 대한 '재판 정지'에서 시작된 일"이라고 반박했다. 장 대표는 이날 자신의 페이스북에 "사법부가 한 번 권력 앞에 누우면 권력은 사법부 전체를 짓밟게 되어있다"며 이같이 밝혔다. 그는 헌법 제104조 제2항과 제3항을 언급하며 "헌법이 규정한 대법관 임명 요건은 분명하다. 대법원장의 제청과 국회의 동의뿐"이라며 "제청은 대법원장의 권한이고, 견제는 국회가 한다. 그것으로 충분하다"고