Weather Forecast: Showers Expected Nationwide Amid Late Summer Heat, Seoul to Reach 33 Degrees
On Thursday, August 20, scattered showers are expected across southern Gyeonggi, Chungcheong, and southern regions of South Korea, with perceived temperatures rising to around 33 degrees Celsius. According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, the morning will see cloudy skies in the capital region and Gangwon, while the rest of the country will be generally overcast. Showers are likely in southern Gyeonggi, Chungcheong, and southern areas. Jeju Island is forecasted to receive between 10 t
KOSPI Plummets Amid U.S. Interest Rate Shock, Semiconductor Stocks Hit Hard
The domestic stock market suffered another significant drop due to a long-term bond shock, as interest rates in major countries like the United States and Japan reached their highest levels in decades. Concerns over the U.S. fiscal deficit and large corporate bond issuances by AI big tech companies have driven rates up, leading to a massive sell-off, particularly in semiconductor stocks. Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix fell by 7% and 9%, respectively. Experts believe this bond shock will persis
K-pop Group RESCENE and Fans Raise Funds for Geoje Flood Recovery
거제시 홍보대사로 활동 중인 걸그룹 리센느(RESCENE)와 팬덤 '리마인(RE:MINE)'이 최근 집중호우로 큰 피해를 입은 거제 지역을 위해 팔을 걷어붙였다. 아티스트와 팬덤, 광고주까지 합심해 총 1억 원에 달하는 성금을 모으며 훈훈함을 자아내고 있다. 19일 가요계에 따르면 리센느는 수해 복구와 이웃 돕기를 위해 5000만 원을 쾌척했다. 거제시는 멤버 원이의 고향으로 앞서 원이의 유튜브 채널에서 멤버 미나미가 외친 "거제 야호"라는 밈(유행어)이 화제를 모은 바 있다. 이를 계기로 거제시 홍보대사로 위촉된 리센느는 최근 지역
People Power Party Holds Meeting with New Home Pre-Subscription Victims
국민의힘은 19일 뉴홈 사전청약 당첨자 대출 조건 변경 논란과 관련해 정부의 부동산 정책에 대한 공세를 이어갔다. 특히 정부 정책의 신뢰성이 무너졌다고 비판하며 대책 마련을 촉구했다. 국회 국토교통위원회 소속 국민의힘 의원들은 이날 국회에서 '뉴홈 피해자·입주예정자 간담회'를 열었다. '뉴홈'은 공공 분양주택으로, 최근 본 청약을 앞두고 사전청약 당시 제시했던 우대금리 등의 대출 지원이 변동되면서 입주 예정자들의 반발을 사고 있다. 국토위원장인 유의동 의원은 "정부가 제시한 조건을
Rising Chicken Prices Drive Demand for Frozen Alternatives
As delivery chicken prices soar past 20,000 won, frozen chicken is carving out its niche. Once seen merely as a convenient alternative to delivery chicken, frozen chicken is now enhancing its flavor and texture to become a viable option.According to the food industry on August 19, Dongwon F&B officially launched its frozen chicken brand 'Kebasak' today, marking its entry into the market. The new products include 'Kebasak Fried Chicken' and 'Kebasak Spicy Mayo Chicken,' both made with 100% chicke
South Korean Prime Minister Calls for Swift Construction of New Housing by 2030
South Korean Prime Minister Han Seong-sook visited the construction site of the Incheon Gyeyang District, the first area set to welcome residents among the third new towns, on August 19. She urged officials to ensure that most housing units are under construction by 2030.During a site inspection meeting in Incheon, Han stated, "The success of the August 13 measures announced last week depends on how quickly we can proceed. It is crucial for agencies like the Korea Land and Housing Corporation (L
Controversy Erupts Over Kim Jun-hwan's Remarks About Defector Park Chung-kwon
Kim Jun-hwan, a member of the Democratic Party, apologized on August 19 after facing backlash for disrespectful comments directed at Park Chung-kwon, a defector from North Korea and member of the People Power Party.During a meeting of the National Assembly's Foreign Affairs and Unification Committee, Kim referred to Park, saying, "You are someone who used to shout 'Long live Kim Il-sung.' So be more careful with your words." Following this remark, Kim reportedly left the meeting without offering
Reyna Lee's Solo Exhibition 'JOY BEYOND' Opens at China's 1892 Art Center
Reyna Lee's solo exhibition, 'JOY BEYOND – Life Passes, Joy Blooms,' opened on August 17 at the 1892 Art Center within the Jangyu Wine Culture Museum in Yantai, Shandong Province, China.The exhibition, running until September 16, features over 20 paintings that highlight Lee's signature vibrant colors and free brushwork.Lee organized the exhibition into five themes: 'Everyday Life, Where Joy Resides,' 'Moments, When Flowers Bloomed,' 'My Little Treasures,' 'Contemplation, In the Face of Time's T
Early Players Left Behind in Competition for First Token Securities Product
As the token securities (STO) system approaches implementation, applications for primary licenses from distribution platform operators are intensifying, igniting competition for the 'first product' beneath the surface. However, fractional investment companies, which have pioneered the market as innovative financial service providers since the early days of the system's introduction, find themselves sidelined in this initial product competition due to delays in the issuance-related approval proce
Daewoo Engineering Wins $310 Million Housing Project in Cheongju
Daewoo Engineering has secured a contract for a new multi-family housing project worth 310 billion won in the Songjeol 2 district of Cheongju, North Chungcheong Province.On August 19, the Financial Supervisory Service's electronic disclosure system reported that Daewoo Engineering signed a construction contract with Nasun Co., Ltd. for the "Cheongju Songjeol 2 Urban Development Area A1 Block Multi-Family Housing Construction Project" the previous day. The contract amount is 312.65 billion won, w