Director Ahn Pan-seok of 'White Tower' and 'Secret Affair' Passes Away
Director Ahn Pan-seok, known for his work on dramas such as 'White Tower,' 'Secret Affair,' and 'Something in the Rain,' has passed away at the age of 64.The production team of ENA's new Monday-Tuesday drama 'Love Doctor' announced on August 12 that Ahn had died on August 12, 2026. He reportedly succumbed to complications from a recent cerebral hemorrhage while receiving treatment in the hospital.The production team expressed their sorrow, stating, "We are saddened to share this heartbreaking ne
Bitcoin Stalls Around $63,000 Amid U.S. Rate Hike Concerns and Middle East Tensions
비트코인이 6만3000달러대에서 횡보하며 뚜렷한 방향성을 찾지 못하고 있다. 미국 중앙은행(Fed)의 연내 기준금리 인상 우려가 이어지는 가운데 중동 긴장까지 다시 고조되면서 투자심리가 위축된 것으로 풀이된다. 13일 글로벌 가상자산 시황 사이트 코인마켓캡에 따르면 비트코인은 이날 오전 8시 기준 전일 대비 0.36% 하락한 6만3349달러에 거래됐다. 주요 알트코인도 약세를 보였다. 같은 시각 이더리움은 0.15% 내린 1875.79달러, 솔라나는 1.09% 하락한 75.40달러를 기록했다. 리플(XRP)은 1.53% 하락한 1달러에 거래됐다. 시
Zhu Rongji's Role in China's WTO Membership and Economic Reform
Zhu Rongji, the former Premier of the State Council of China, passed away on August 12 at 11:06 a.m. local time in Beijing due to illness. He was 98 years old. Among his many achievements, his most significant contribution to Chinese economic history is the country's accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO) in December 2001.The WTO membership allowed China to fully overcome the economic hardships marked by the Tiananmen Square incident and inflation, paving the way for over 20 years of ra
Government to Enhance Local Investment Support for Returning and Foreign Companies
The government is set to promote local investments by returning companies and foreign investment firms. Starting next year, the subsidy system for returning companies will undergo a complete overhaul, with increased support for investments in non-capital regions and advanced industries.On August 13, Kang Gam-chan, head of the Trade and Investment Bureau at the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, visited Daegu to assess the investment status of returning company Daedong and foreign investment
Toss Place Partners with Carrot to Boost Small Business Sales
Toss Place, a subsidiary of Viva Republica (Toss) that supplies payment terminals and POS solutions, is teaming up with Carrot, a local community platform with around 20 million users, to expand services for small businesses by connecting online and offline channels.On August 13, Toss Place announced that it has signed a strategic business partnership agreement (MOU) with Carrot.The two companies will integrate Carrot's business profile with Toss POS. Merchants using Toss POS will be able to reg
Samsung Securities Raises Target Price for Kolmar Korea to 170,000 Won
Samsung Securities announced on August 13 that it has raised its target price for Kolmar Korea from 132,500 won to 170,000 won, an increase of 28.3%, while maintaining its investment rating at 'buy.'In a report released that day, analyst Jeong Dong-hee noted that Kolmar Korea reported second-quarter sales of 861.3 billion won and operating profit of 110.3 billion won, exceeding market expectations. He explained that the Korean subsidiary, benefiting from peak season performance in sun care, achi
Court Denies Arrest Warrant for Former Intelligence Officials in VIP Anger Cover-Up Case
The leadership of the Defense Intelligence Command, accused of covering up the so-called 'VIP anger' related to the death of Corporal Cha Su-geun, has avoided arrest. According to legal sources on August 13, Lee Jong-rok, a senior judge at the Seoul Central District Court, dismissed the arrest warrant request for former Defense Intelligence Command Chief Hwang Yu-seong after a hearing the previous day. He stated, "There is room for dispute regarding the criminal charges, and considering the prog
Pulmuone Expands 'Tasty Pulmuone' Cooking Classes for Families
Pulmuone has expanded its sustainable cooking school, 'Tasty Pulmuone,' to include family units during the summer vacation.On August 11-12, Pulmuone held a family special class themed 'Healthy Dining with Our Kids' at its headquarters in Suseo, Gangnam, Seoul. A total of 16 participants, consisting of eight parents and eight children, took part, filling all available spots on the first day of registration on July 16.Tasty Pulmuone is a sustainable cooking school that opened on Earth Day in April
Police Summon Jeon Hyun-moo, SHINee's Key, Onew, and YouTuber for Investigation into 'IV Aunt' Allegations
Police investigating allegations against the so-called 'IV Aunt' have summoned Jeon Hyun-moo, SHINee's Key (real name Kim Ki-bum), Onew (real name Lee Jin-ki), and YouTuber Ipjjalhanhaetnim (real name Kim Mi-kyung) for questioning.According to Yonhap News and police reports, the Gangnam Police Station in Seoul has been investigating these individuals since June to confirm allegations that they received illegal medical treatments from a non-medical professional.The police have been looking into c
Korean Economy Faces Structural Challenges, Says Bank of Korea Research Head
The Korean economy's long-term growth foundation is under scrutiny due to a simultaneous structural transformation driven by declining working-age population, the spread of artificial intelligence (AI), decarbonization, and global supply chain restructuring. Experts emphasize the urgent need for bold structural reforms to maintain growth momentum.In a recent interview with Aju Economy, Lee Jae-won, head of the Bank of Korea's Economic Research Institute, identified 'transformation' as the key te