Mayor Choi of Anyang: We Must Pass Down the Spirit of Patriotism to Future Generations
Choi Dae-ho, the mayor of Anyang, Gyeonggi Province, expressed the importance of passing down the spirit of patriotism from our ancestors to future generations. In commemoration of the 81st Liberation Day, Mayor Choi is organizing a meaningful event to honor the noble sacrifices of the patriots and to reflect on the historical significance of liberation with the citizens. He stated, "On the morning of the 15th, we will hold the '81st Liberation Day Celebration' in the auditorium on the seco
Government and Democratic Party Begin Budget Planning for Next Year
The Democratic Party and the government initiated discussions on the direction and enhancements of next year's budget on August 14. They appear to be considering how to incorporate the three major projects promoted by the Lee Jae-myung administration and the management of surplus tax revenue resulting from the semiconductor boom into the budget.On the morning of the same day, a closed meeting was held at the National Assembly to discuss the direction of the 2027 budget. After the meeting, Han Je
HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Gains Amid Bill Gates' Visit, Boosting SMR and Engine Prospects
HD Hyundai Heavy Industries is showing strong performance on August 14. The company's stock is rising due to increased expectations for collaboration with TerraPower on small modular reactors (SMRs), coinciding with the visit of Bill Gates, chairman of the Gates Foundation. Additionally, a recent large order for power generation engines has improved investor sentiment.According to the Korea Exchange, as of 9:56 a.m., HD Hyundai Heavy Industries shares were trading at 502,000 won, up 6,000 won (1
Line Games' 'Quiet' Surpasses 150,000 Participants in Steam Play Test
Line Games announced that the number of global participants in the Steam play test for its newly developed PC game 'Quiet' has surpassed 150,000 as of August 14.'Quiet' is a cooperative comedy horror title featuring alien ducks that crash-land on Earth and attempt to escape the watchful eye of their elderly homeowner. The game can be played solo or with up to four players. The Steam play test began on August 3 and exceeded 30,000 participants within just three days.According to Line Games, parti
Korean Won Declines Against US Dollar Amid Risk Appetite Recovery
The won-dollar exchange rate is fluctuating in the 1410 won range.As of 9:46 a.m. on August 14, the exchange rate in the Seoul foreign exchange market is 1,416.9 won per US dollar. The rate was trading at 1,418.6 won, down 0.8 won from the previous day's closing price as of 6 a.m.Overnight, US stock markets saw all three major indices rise. The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed up 69.72 points (0.13%) at 53,839.99.The Standard & Poor's (S&P) 500 index rose by 50.49 points (0.65%) to finish at
Korean Bar Association Recommends Prosecutor Choi Yong-hoon as Special Inspector Candidate
The Korean Bar Association has recommended Choi Yong-hoon, a lawyer from K1 Chambers and a graduate of the 27th Judicial Research and Training Institute, as a candidate for Special Inspector.According to the legal community on the 14th, the Bar Association decided the previous day to nominate Choi as its candidate for the Special Inspector position.Choi served as a prosecutor for 24 years after being appointed to the Suwon District Prosecutors' Office following his training at the Judicial Resea
China Develops AI Model for Targeting F-35 Stealth Fighters with 96.4% Accuracy
China has developed AI technology capable of intercepting advanced stealth fighters such as the F-22 and F-35.Beijing Institute of Technology, in collaboration with the China Academy of Air-to-Air Missile Research, recently created a lightweight AI model applicable to missile-mounted infrared imaging systems, according to the South China Morning Post on August 14. The research findings were published in the Chinese journal 'Journal of Electronic Measurement and Instrumentation.'Infrared-guided m
Is the National Museum of Korea Just an Administrative Agency?
◆ Absence of Cultural Policy When citizens think about the purpose of national cultural institutions, their responses typically revolve around preserving cultural heritage for future generations, ensuring cultural enjoyment for all citizens, or showcasing the nation's dignity. Many believe that national cultural institutions exist solely as sanctuaries of pure beauty, but this is not the case. With the establishment of nation-states in the late 18th and 19th centuries, national cultural institu
Hwacheon County to Host Humanities Lectures Featuring Professor Choi Chang-ryul
Hwacheon County in Gangwon Province will host a series of humanities lectures featuring Professor Choi Chang-ryul from Yongin University on the 24th and 31st of this month.According to Hwacheon County on the 14th, the first lecture will take place at 6:30 PM on the 24th at the Hwacheon Community Center. The second lecture is scheduled for 6:30 PM on the 31st at the Saneum Comprehensive Cultural Center.Professor Choi, who is also a commentator on various broadcasting programs, will lead the event
Kakao Entertainment Merges Three Subsidiaries to Strengthen IP Competitiveness
Kakao Entertainment is consolidating its subsidiaries to enhance its story intellectual property (IP) business competitiveness.On August 14, Kakao Entertainment announced the merger of its subsidiaries Samyang C&C, InTime, and Pilyeon Management. According to the company, the boards of directors for each subsidiary approved the merger on August 12, with plans to complete the process by the end of the year.All three companies are wholly owned subsidiaries of Kakao Entertainment. The merged entity