Sensl's 'Mute Cream Perfume': A Convenient Daily Fragrance
Mornings can be hectic, making it easy to overlook makeup and fragrance while preparing for work. As a result, many find themselves reaching for their cosmetic pouches at the office.Currently, I carry Sensl's 'Mute Cream Perfume' in my pouch. True to its name, this cream-based fragrance is small and lightweight, making it easy to carry. Packaged in an aluminum tube similar to hand cream, it is less likely to break if squeezed or dropped. It can be attached to a keyring for quick access when need
Bukwang Pharmaceutical's Subsidiary Requests Closure of Rehabilitation Process
Korea Union Pharmaceutical, a subsidiary of Bukwang Pharmaceutical, has completed most of its rehabilitation claims and has applied to the court for the closure of its rehabilitation process.Bukwang Pharmaceutical announced on August 16 that Korea Union Pharmaceutical has requested the Seoul Rehabilitation Court to approve the closure of its rehabilitation process.Korea Union Pharmaceutical began its rehabilitation process in September of last year and, after undergoing restructuring and financi
Toss Surpasses 10,000 Mini Apps on Appintos One Year After Launch
토스의 미니앱 플랫폼 ‘앱인토스’가 출시 1년 만에 제휴 미니앱 1만개를 넘어섰다. 토스 운영사 비바리퍼블리카는 앱인토스의 제휴 미니앱 수가 1만개를 돌파했다고 16일 밝혔다. 지난해 7월 정식 출시 당시 100여개였던 미니앱은 올해 2월 1000개, 6월 5000개를 넘어선 데 이어 최근 1만개까지 늘었다. 이용자 규모도 빠르게 확대됐다. 앱인토스의 월간활성이용자수(MAU)는 400만명을 기록했다. 3000만명이 넘는 토스 이용자를 기반으로 외부 서비스 유입이 이어지면서 미니앱 이용이 일상적인 서비스 이용 방식으로 자리
21 Buyers Withdraw from Magok 17 Complex Amid Controversy Over Loan Limit
Twenty-one buyers have reportedly withdrawn from the Magok M Valley 17 land lease housing complex in Seoul, which is set to open at the end of this month. Winners of the lottery are expressing difficulties in securing financing due to the application of a loan limit exemption, but it remains unclear how many of those who withdrew did so specifically because of loan issues.The Seoul Housing and Communities Corporation (SH) stated on August 14 that it has identified approximately 21 contract cance
Anthropic Reports 14.6-Fold Revenue Surge in Q2, First-Ever Adjusted Operating Profit
Anthropic, the developer of the AI chatbot Claude, reported a 14.6-fold increase in revenue for the second quarter, marking its first-ever quarterly adjusted operating profit since its founding.On August 15, Bloomberg News reported that Anthropic informed investors that its preliminary revenue for the second quarter exceeded $11.5 billion (approximately 16.2 trillion won). This figure is 14.6 times higher than the $787 million reported during the same period last year and more than double the $4
Iran Claims Three Pilots Held by Qatar for Six Months, Qatar Denies Allegations
Iran has claimed that three of its fighter pilots, who were shot down in Qatar in March, are being held by the Qatari military. Qatar has immediately denied these allegations.On August 15, the Iranian military's Missing Persons Committee stated that "three of the four occupants of two Su-24 bombers shot down in March have been captured by the Qatari military and have been detained for about six months," urging for their release.In a public letter sent to the International Committee of the Red Cr
Weather Alert: Heavy Rain Expected Nationwide, Up to 250mm in South Gyeongsang
On Sunday, the 16th, the weather across the country is expected to be mostly cloudy with rain. Heavy rain accompanied by strong winds, thunder, and lightning is particularly anticipated in the southern regions and Jeju Island. The central region is likely to see a temporary lull in rain starting in the afternoon.According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, as of 7 a.m. on this day, heavy rain warnings have been issued for Jeonnam, Gyeongnam, and Jeju. The southwestern coast of Jeonnam i
Foreign Tourists to Enjoy Easier Mobility in Korea
Foreign tourists visiting Korea will soon be able to call taxis and book express and intercity bus tickets through the Wowpass app without needing to install separate transportation apps. This development is expected to lower the barriers for visitors struggling with domestic payment and transportation services. Orange Square, the operator of Wowpass, announced on August 16 that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Tmoney Mobility to collaborate on mobility and payment services
Major Korean Brokerages Report Record Profits Amid Stock Market Boom
Major securities firms in South Korea achieved record results in the first half of this year, driven by a booming stock market. The net profit of the top 10 brokerages surpassed 10 trillion won for the first time, fueled by increased trading volumes and brokerage revenues.According to the Financial Supervisory Service's electronic disclosure system on August 16, the combined net profit of the top 10 securities firms (Mirae Asset, Korea Investment, Kiwoom, NH Investment, Samsung, KB, Shinhan, Mer
U.S. Steps Up Efforts to Prevent Illegal Transshipments of Chinese Goods
The U.S. government is intensifying efforts to block illegal transshipments of Chinese products, prompting heightened vigilance within the domestic automotive industry. Concerns are growing that the increasing use of Chinese components could complicate supply chain management.According to reports from foreign media on August 16, the U.S. White House's Office of Trade and Manufacturing Policy released a report on August 14, highlighting that Chinese products are being illegally transshipped to th