Ruling Party: President Yoon to Announce Special Prosecutor for Election Commission Today
The Democratic Party announced on August 18 that "President Yoon will announce the appointment of a special prosecutor for the Election Commission today." The party also urged the People Power Party to "immediately cooperate with the recount." Lee Joo-hee, the party's floor spokesperson, made the remarks after a meeting of the party's floor strategy committee at the National Assembly. She stated, "On August 14, the National Recommendation Committee recommended two candidates for the special pros
Cultural Arts Programs for Seniors Launch Nationwide
The 'Senior Arts Enrichment: Youth Starts Now' program will be held nationwide from August to November, according to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Arts and Culture Education Agency.The Korea Arts and Culture Education Agency is expanding the program, which began as a pilot last year, to 60 facilities across the Seoul metropolitan area, Gangwon, Chungcheong, Jeolla, and Gyeongsang regions. The program will offer a variety of cultural arts education tailored to particip
Shinhan Bank Expands Support for 'Ddaenggyeo' Outstanding Merchants with Loans Up to 100 Million Won
Shinhan Bank is expanding its financial support for outstanding merchants using its delivery application, 'Ddaenggyeo.'On August 18, Shinhan Bank announced the launch of the 'Ddaenggyeo Outstanding Merchant Loan' to support stable business operations and growth for Ddaenggyeo merchants.This product is available to self-employed individuals who have been in business for more than six months and have an average monthly sales of over 10 million won in the previous six months. Merchants must designa
North Korea Promotes Hostility Towards South Korea Amid Peace Proposals
North Korea is reportedly conducting ideological training for its military to instill hostility towards South Korea. In contrast, President Lee Jae-myung has officially proposed discussions on ending the war, highlighting a stark divergence in messages from both Koreas.According to recent reports from the North Korean-focused media outlet RFA, an internal source revealed on August 12 that "ideological training to foster hostility towards South Korea is being conducted across the military." The s
President Lee Remembers Kim Dae-jung as a Great Teacher of Democracy
이재명 대통령이 18일 “김대중이라는 위대한 이정표를 항상 가슴에 품고 어떠한 시련을 마주하더라도 주저함 없이 나가겠다”고 밝혔다. 이 대통령의 이날 오전 국립서울현충원에서 열린 고(故) 김대중 전 대통령 서거 17주기 추모식 추도사에서 “군부독재의 가혹한 억압 앞에서도, 차디찬 감옥과 타국에서의 망명길에서도 오직 국민과 민주주의만을 생각하셨던 우리의 큰 스승”이라며 이같이 말했다. 추도사는 강훈식 대통령 비서실장이 대독했다. 이 대통령은 “대한민국이 처한 초유의 위기를 국민과 함께
Hugel Expands WELLAGE Brand Presence in the U.S. with 11,000 Visitors at LA Event
Hugel's clinical cosmetic brand WELLAGE is accelerating its entry into the North American market by expanding its engagement with local consumers.Hugel announced that WELLAGE participated in the 'Olive Young Festa LA 2026' held at the Los Angeles Convention Center from August 14 to 16. During the event, approximately 11,000 visitors attended the WELLAGE booth.The 'Olive Young Festa LA 2026' is a large-scale K-beauty event that is part of the global K-culture festival 'KCON LA 2026.' As a partner
Increase in Leverage Education Revenue; Financial Investment Education Institute to Utilize for Free Financial Education
The Financial Investment Education Institute reported a temporary increase in tuition revenue due to a surge in demand for single stock leverage pre-education in the first half of this year. The institute is continuing to invest in expanding its educational system and operational staff.On August 13, the institute released reference materials related to its educational operations, acknowledging, "It is true that tuition revenue has temporarily increased due to an unexpected surge in the number of
Baseball Fans Boost Concessions Sales Despite Summer Heat
Despite the heat, baseball fans are not staying away from the games. As the popularity of professional baseball continues, the consumption of food and beverages at stadiums has significantly increased during the sweltering month of July. According to BC Card, concessions sales at major professional baseball stadiums, including Seoul's Jamsil Baseball Stadium and Suwon KT Wiz Park, saw a substantial rise compared to the previous year. At Jamsil Baseball Stadium, concessions and convenience store
Lee Kang-in Officially Joins Atletico Madrid, Aiming for Titles
Lee Kang-in has officially joined Atletico Madrid after leaving Paris Saint-Germain, expressing his ambition to win titles in the upcoming season during a public signing ceremony in Madrid.On August 18, Lee stated, "I am very happy to join this great club. I want to help the team and lift the trophy. I came here with the ambition to win in every competition." He has signed a long-term contract that runs until June 2031.Lee made his unofficial debut in front of domestic fans on August 9 during a
Yoo Yi-dong Acknowledges Need for Ethics Committee, Urges Caution on Disciplinary Actions
Yoo Yi-dong, a member of the People Power Party, stated on August 18 that while he agrees the party's Central Ethics Committee should play a role in maintaining order within the party, he urged caution regarding disciplinary actions against four incumbent lawmakers.During an appearance on KBS Radio's 'Current Affairs', Yoo said, "If the Ethics Committee is perceived as losing procedural trust or being used for political purposes, it will result in a greater distance between the party and the pub