Lee Yong-dae's Dating Rumors Resurface Amid Witness Account in Itaewon
Lee Yong-dae, a former national badminton player, and Yoon Chae-kyung, a former member of the girl group APRIL, are back in the spotlight due to past dating rumors and a recent sighting in Itaewon.On August 18, a witness reported seeing Lee Yong-dae dining with a woman at a restaurant in Itaewon, Seoul.According to the witness, Lee was accompanied by a woman identified as A. The two shared a meal and displayed some physical affection. Later, a man joined them, and the three left the restaurant t
North Korea Criticizes US-South Korea Joint Military Exercises Without Mentioning Trump’s Orders
North Korea threatened on August 19 regarding the US-South Korea joint military exercise 'Ulchi Freedom Shield' (UFS), stating, "Our exercise of self-defense rights to thoroughly neutralize the military threats from our adversaries will be expressed in more explicit actions." While President Donald Trump has recently directed a reduction in US-South Korea joint exercises as a gesture of goodwill toward North Korea, and US and South Korean military authorities are discussing plans for this reduc
Will Instagram Likes and Infinite Scroll Disappear? Meta Faces Lawsuit
A legal battle has begun in the U.S. over whether Instagram and Facebook are designed to encourage excessive use among teenagers, with Meta facing lawsuits from 29 states. The outcome could potentially alter familiar features like 'likes' and infinite scroll.On August 18, local time, Reuters reported that opening statements in the lawsuit against Meta commenced in a federal court in Oakland, California.Four states—California, Colorado, Kentucky, and New Jersey—allege that Meta designed features
Samsung Securities Raises Robotiq Target Price Amid Strong Growth in China
Samsung Securities announced on August 19 that it has raised its target price for Robotiq from 320,000 won to 350,000 won, an increase of 9.4%, citing rapid growth in actuator sales primarily in China and the anticipated launch of new products and data services. The investment recommendation remains a 'buy.'Seoji Hyun, a researcher at Samsung Securities, stated, "The one-time costs incurred last quarter due to employee stock compensation have dissipated, leading to a return to profitability in t
Hyundai Marine & Fire Insurance Establishes Consumer Protection Charter
Hyundai Marine & Fire Insurance announced the establishment of a 'Consumer Protection Charter' focused on consumer-centered business principles on August 19. This charter builds on the 'Customer Satisfaction Charter' first declared by Hyundai in 1996, reflecting the evolving financial landscape and increased consumer protection demands following the implementation of the Financial Consumer Protection Act. The charter prioritizes consumer rights protection and customer satisfaction, committing to
Shinhan Investment Adjusts BHIC Target Price Amid Expanding Orders and Improved Performance
Shinhan Investment Corp. raised its target price for BHIC from 100,000 won to 110,000 won on August 19, reflecting expectations for expanded order regions, conversion of a robust order backlog into revenue, and an increased share of high-margin projects. The investment opinion remains a 'buy.'Han Seung-hoon, a researcher at Shinhan Investment, stated, "We have revised our annual operating profit estimates upward, considering the conversion of a substantial order backlog into revenue, the increas
Korea's Small and Medium Business Agency Returns to International Capital Market with $400 Million Social Bond
The Korea SMEs and Startups Agency has returned to the international capital market for the first time in a decade by issuing a $400 million social bond.On August 19, the agency announced that it successfully issued the 3.5-year maturity social bond at a spread of 40 basis points over U.S. Treasury rates.The agency noted that this represents the lowest spread ever for a fixed-rate foreign currency bond issued by a domestic public corporation.Ahead of its return to the international capital marke
SK Telecom Joins 'Everyone's AI' Project to Showcase Full-Stack AI Capabilities
SK Telecom announced on August 19 that it will participate in the 'Everyone's AI' project, initiated by the Ministry of Science and ICT and the Korea Information and Communication Industry Association.SK Telecom plans to consolidate its full-stack capabilities, which include AI models, infrastructure, and services, for this initiative. The company currently operates the AI service 'A.' with 10 million monthly users and has recently introduced its own AI model 'A.X K2,' which features 688 billion
Korean Air Launches Incheon-Melbourne Route with Three Weekly Flights
Korean Air announced on August 19 that it will begin operating flights on the Incheon-Melbourne route from December 18 until March 14 of next year.The Incheon-Melbourne route has been established to meet the growing demand for air travel to Australia during the peak season. Korean Air plans to operate three flights a week (Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays) to enhance travel convenience for customers.The route will utilize Boeing 787-9 aircraft. Flights will depart from Incheon International Airp
Jennie to Make Comeback with New EP at the End of August
가수 제니(JENNIE)가 8월 말 새 앨범으로 돌아온다. 19일 소속사 OA엔터테인먼트(ODDATELIER)는 "제니가 8월 말 새로운 EP 발표를 목표로 컴백 준비에 박차를 가하고 있다"고 밝혔다. 제니는 올해 미국 뉴욕 ‘더 거버너스 볼 뮤직 페스티벌’(The Governors Ball Music Festival), 덴마크 ‘로스킬데 페스티벌’(Roskilde Festival), 폴란드 ‘오프너 페스티벌’(Open’er Festival), 스페인 ‘2026 매드 쿨 페스티벌’(2026 MAD COOL FESTIVAL), 일본 ‘서머 소닉 2026’(SUMMER SONIC 2026) 등 총 7개의 대형 글로벌 페스티벌 헤드라이너로 출