20일(현지시간) 미국증시는 월마트 실적 부진과 미국채 금리 상승, 유가 상승 등의 겹악재 속에 하락세로 마감했다.이날 다우다우존스30 산업평균지수는 전일 대비 1.32% 내린 5만2759.21로 장을 마쳤고 스탠다드 앤드 푸어스(S&P)500과 기술주 중심의 나스닥 역시 각각 0.87%, 1% 내린 7641.16, 2만6067.17에 마감했다.이날 실적을 발표한 미국 주요 유통업체 월마트가 판매 둔화 우려에 9.2% 급락한 것을 비롯해 아메리칸 익스프레스, 홈디포, 아마존 등 주요 유통 관련주들이 대거 약세를 보였다.이에 업종별로는 필수소비재와 임

Trot stars continue to set records in fan voting dominance.According to the music industry and various fan voting platforms, Lim Young-woong has maintained the number one spot on the Idol Chart for 281 consecutive weeks, while Song Ga-in has held the top position in the Star Ranking for female trot artists for 260 weeks. Kim Yong-bin has also secured the number one spot on the Fan and Star trot ranking for 63 weeks in a row. Young-tak, Hwang Young-woong, and Park Seo-jin are also achieving stron

The government has announced a total of seven housing policies since last year. The first policy, known as the June 27 measures, included regulations on mortgage loans, jeonse loans, policy loans, and living stability fund loans. The second policy, introduced on September 7, aimed to expand supply by enhancing the authority to designate land transaction permission zones, tightening mortgage and jeonse loan regulations, and strengthening real estate market oversight, with a goal of starting const

Prince Harry, the younger son of King Charles III and fifth in line to the throne, and his wife Meghan Markle are set to return to the UK from the United States, according to reports from local media including the Daily Telegraph and BBC on August 20.According to foreign media, the couple plans to leave their home in Montecito, near Los Angeles, at the end of this month and move to a private residence on the outskirts of London. The primary reason cited for their return is their children's educa

The Asia-Pacific Climate Center (APCC) is accelerating its local coexistence management based on a robust ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) solidarity established with public and related organizations in Centum City, Busan.Ha Kyung-ja, the newly appointed sixth director, chose to engage in activities related to veterans and sharing as her first external schedule, reaffirming the center's commitment to social responsibility as an organization responding to the climate crisis.According t

Choi Hye-jung, a 40-something office worker, often finds herself in a dilemma when planning overseas trips with her family. While she prefers independent travel over fixed itineraries, the task of booking flights and accommodations, along with arranging local transportation, dining, and entry tickets to attractions, can be overwhelming. This is especially true when traveling with young children or elderly parents, as unexpected health issues or accidents can leave her feeling lost in an unfamili

In a captivating display of nature, Everland, operated by Samsung C&T's Resort Division, is drawing visitors with its special nighttime ecological content that showcases the enchanting glow of fireflies and the dynamic nocturnal activities of wild animals. This late summer experience allows guests to fully enjoy the romantic atmosphere of the season.1,300 Fireflies Illuminate the NightSince July 24, Everland has been hosting its 'Midsummer Night Firefly Festival.' The event runs daily from 5 PM

Kyeongsang National University will select 3,729 students, or 80.3% of its total enrollment of 4,644, for the 2027 academic year.The university is launching the country's first Aerospace Defense College and a new AI College, making this incoming class the first cohort for both programs.The breakdown of admissions includes 2,089 students through the academic record-based selection, 1,571 through the comprehensive evaluation, and 69 through performance-based assessments. Specifically, the academic

On August 20, Gijang County conducted a ground infiltration response training exercise at the Gori Nuclear Power Plant, simulating a drone terror attack as part of the '2026 Eulji Exercise.' The training involved collaboration among fire, police, and military agencies to assess their response systems, followed by a civil defense evacuation drill with over 100 residents participating.The actual training scenario was based on a pre-established script that assumed a ground infiltration situation. T