MBC's 'Real-Life Investigation Team' is investigating a case involving a man charged with causing a fatal accident while driving over 190 km/h with his two daughters in the car, along with allegations of illegal filming, assault, and intimidation.The first segment of the show, airing on August 20, covers the details of a traffic accident that occurred in January.The victim, identified as Young-hoon (pseudonym), had been working as a motorcycle delivery driver for two years to support his family.

Gunpo City Corporation conducted civil defense training on August 20, in conjunction with the Eulji Exercise, to prepare for air raid situations and educate citizens on emergency action guidelines. According to the corporation, the training aimed to ensure the safety of employees and facility users during emergencies, enhancing their ability to respond quickly and systematically in real situations. The exercise simulated an air raid alert, guiding employees and users through evacuation proc

As the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into franchise management and data analysis expands, Busan has launched a training program aimed at developing practical professionals equipped with AI skills.The Korea Franchise Industry Association's Busan-Ulsan-Gyeongnam chapter held an opening ceremony for the fifth cohort of the Busan Franchise Supervisor training program on August 19, which will run until October 14. Classes will be held weekly on Wednesdays and will cover topics such as f

President Yoon Suk Yeol met with Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the Chinese Communist Party and Foreign Minister, at the Blue House on August 20 to discuss the development of Korea-China relations and the situation on the Korean Peninsula.Following meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping last year and this year, President Yoon stated, "We are achieving a clear outcome in the full restoration of Korea-China relations." However, the discussions did not confirm any specific multila

The People Power Party's Supreme Council discussed the re-election of local committee chairs on August 20 but failed to reach a conclusion.Chief Spokesperson Choi Bo-yun told reporters after the meeting that the decision on the election of the 2026 regular local party committee chair would be postponed.The council intends to consider the opinions of incumbent lawmakers regarding the election of committee chairs through a lawmakers' meeting before making a decision. Choi stated, "While the Suprem

The National Assembly passed a bill on August 20 that reduces the fast-track review period from a maximum of 330 days to 90 days, led by the Democratic Party. The Assembly also processed follow-up bills supporting the government's real estate supply measures, including amendments to housing laws and the public housing special law. However, the special law for the creation of Yongsan Park was not presented for discussion due to disagreements between the ruling and opposition parties, and will und

The National Security Office convened an emergency security meeting on August 20 following North Korea's launch of over ten short-range ballistic missiles into the East Sea from the Pyongyang area. According to the Blue House, representatives from the Ministry of National Defense and the Joint Chiefs of Staff attended the meeting. The National Security Office reviewed South Korea's response to the missile launches and assessed the impact of these actions on national security. Based on the analy

South Korean Prime Minister Han Seong-sook stated that the government is making every effort to rationalize regulations in the new industry sector to align with global competitive standards.According to Yonhap News Agency, during a regulatory innovation meeting for new industries held at the Venture Business Association in Guro District, Han emphasized the importance of securing a competitive edge amid fierce global competition.She added, "Regulations that do not meet global standards must be pr

"I often visit my parents, and on the way, I stopped by a famous lottery retailer to buy a ticket."As interest grows in the winning numbers for the 329th Pension Lottery 720+ on August 20, the story of a winner from the 243rd draw, who won 1st prize (1 ticket) and 2nd prize (4 tickets), is being highlighted.In a post on the Dohang Lottery winners' board dated January 2 of last year, the winner shared, "I buy lotto and pension lottery tickets once a week. Since my parents live nearby, I often vis