Jangheung County Strengthens Measures to Prevent Livestock Damage Amid Prolonged Heatwave
As the ongoing heatwave raises concerns about heat stress and mortality among livestock, Jangheung County is intensifying on-site management and damage prevention efforts for local farms. On August 11, the county inspected a broiler farm in Yongsan-myeon, assessing the temperature inside the barn, ventilation systems, and overall farming conditions in response to the heatwave. This inspection was conducted to evaluate the situation on the ground and understand the challenges faced by farmers due
A Day in the Life at Samsung's P5 Semiconductor Plant in Pyeongtaek
At 3:45 a.m., the Samsung Electronics semiconductor campus in Pyeongtaek is already brightly lit, despite the darkness of early morning.Workers, wearing safety helmets with their names and blood types, gathered in groups as they headed to the site ahead of their 5 a.m. shift. A makeshift snack stall and coffee stand at the entrance of P5 opened early, where workers filled up on kimbap and fish cakes while holding cups of coffee as they entered the site.Hwang, 60, who has been working here for si
Students in Gwangju, South Korea, Win Awards at National AI Education Competition
Students from Gwangju, South Korea, showcased their data-driven problem-solving skills by winning multiple awards at a national competition that utilized educational public data and artificial intelligence (AI).The Gwangju Metropolitan Office of Education announced on August 11 that 16 teams from the region received four top awards and 12 excellence awards at the 8th National AI Utilization Competition for Educational Public Data, co-hosted by the Ministry of Education and regional education off
Kyobo Life Attempts to Reacquire AXA General Insurance After 20 Years
Kyobo Life is moving forward with plans to acquire AXA General Insurance, aiming to enhance its portfolio in the non-life insurance sector.According to financial industry sources on August 11, Kyobo Life is in the process of selecting an advisory firm for the acquisition. The company has sent out requests for proposals (RFPs) to global investment banks and accounting firms, and it is expected to begin due diligence once an advisor is chosen. Kyobo Life has confirmed its intention to pursue the a
Mokpo City Takes Initiative on Integrated Special City Policies, Identifies 37 Key Projects
Mokpo City is taking proactive measures to incorporate key local issues into the policies and promises of the integrated special city of Jeonnam-Gwangju before they are finalized. The city has identified a total of 37 strategic projects, including Mokpo New Port, offshore wind energy, a national medical school, and the K-seaweed industry, with plans to expand them into city-wide initiatives. On August 11, Mokpo City held a strategy meeting on responding to the integrated special city promises,
Paris Baguette Opens First Store in Laos, Expanding Southeast Asia Presence
Paris Baguette has made its debut in Laos, becoming the first domestic bakery brand to enter the country and expanding its Southeast Asian footprint to seven nations.The company announced on August 11 that it has opened its first store in Vientiane, the capital of Laos. Paris Baguette had been preparing for this entry since signing a master franchise agreement with KOLAO Group, a leading local company, in 2024.The new store is located on the first floor of the 'Kokkok Mega Mall Patuxai,' a newly
Mayor Min Hyung-bae Requests President Lee Jae-myung to Attend Yeosu World Island Expo
Min Hyung-bae, the mayor of Jeonnam Gwangju Integrated Special City, officially requested President Lee Jae-myung to attend the opening ceremony of the 2026 Yeosu World Island Expo. With just 25 days until the event, he urged government departments and affiliated organizations to actively engage in ensuring the expo's success. Mayor Min attended the 35th State Council meeting at the Government Sejong Center on August 11, where he outlined the preparations for the 2026 Yeosu World Island Expo and
First Test Voyage on Arctic Route: Will U.S. Negotiations Conclude Successfully?
The South Korean government is in the final stages of preparations for the country's first test voyage on the Arctic route, aiming to depart from Busan on the 22nd. Progress has been made in negotiations with the U.S. and other relevant countries regarding sanctions related to navigation in the Russian Arctic Sea Route (NSR), allowing the government to proceed with the planned test voyage.According to industry sources on the 11th, the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries is currently discussing pote
Democratic Party Approves 'Light Revolution' Charter Amendments with 98.06% Support
The Democratic Party has passed amendments to its charter that explicitly state the historical significance of the 'Light Revolution' and ensure fairness in the composition of delegates.On August 11, the party announced the results of the Central Committee vote held at the National Assembly, approving both the charter and party constitution amendments.In the charter amendment vote, 456 out of 465 participants voted in favor, resulting in a support rate of 98.06%, with 9 votes against.The party c
Lotte Sells 1.3 Trillion Won Stake in Lotte Rental to TPG Amid Restructuring
Lotte has agreed to sell its management stake in Lotte Rental to global private equity firm TPG for 1.31 trillion won. This move is expected to accelerate the group's portfolio restructuring.On August 11, Lotte announced it had signed a contract with TPG for the sale of its entire 61.2% stake in Lotte Rental, which is held by Hotel Lotte and Busan Lotte Hotel. Hotel Lotte owns 38.1% of the shares, while Busan Lotte Hotel holds 23.0%. The sale price is set at 59,000 won per share, totaling 1.31 t