Osstem Pharma Launches 'Okchi Gum Toothpaste' for Gum Disease Prevention
Osstem Pharma has introduced a functional toothpaste aimed at preventing gum disease, expanding its oral care product line primarily through pharmacies.On August 6, Osstem Pharma announced the launch of its new product, 'Okchi Gum Toothpaste,' under its premium pharmacy oral care brand, Okchi.Okchi Gum Toothpaste is designed for daily gum care, helping to prevent gum inflammation from the early stages while also managing plaque and cavities.The product contains three natural ingredients, includi
Korea Investment & Securities Reports 1.2 Trillion Won Operating Profit in Q2
Korea Investment & Securities reported an operating profit of over 1.2 trillion won for the second quarter. Combined with the first quarter's operating profit, the total for the first half of the year reached 2.171 trillion won, nearly matching last year's annual profit. If this trend continues, the company is expected to surpass 3 trillion won in annual operating profit this year. Analysts believe that after achieving the first annual operating profit and net profit of 2 trillion won in the dom
KB Kookmin Card Surpasses 200,000 Issued Youth Check Cards in Eight Months
KB Kookmin Card's youth-exclusive check card continues to thrive by offering differentiated benefits that reflect consumer patterns.On August 6, KB Kookmin Card announced that its 'KB Youth Club Check Card' has surpassed 200,000 issued cards, achieving this milestone in just eight months since its launch on December 8, 2025.This card is designed for individuals aged 18 to 29 and allows users to choose between two service packs tailored to their spending habits: hobbies & leisure and shopping & d
Daewoo Engineering & Construction Recommends Lee Kang-seok as New CEO Following Kim Bo-hyun's Resignation
Daewoo Engineering & Construction has announced the promotion of Lee Kang-seok, head of external cooperation, to vice president and recommended him as the next CEO following the resignation of Kim Bo-hyun.On August 6, Daewoo Engineering & Construction stated that Kim Bo-hyun voluntarily expressed his intention to resign ahead of the expiration of his term, and the company has decided to respect his decision.Lee Kang-seok, currently the head of external cooperation, is set to be recommended as th
U.S.-China Trade Tensions Escalate with New Tariffs on Polysilicon
As Chinese President Xi Jinping prepares for a visit to the United States next month, trade and technology tensions between the two nations are intensifying. The Trump administration is moving forward with plans to impose tariffs and minimum import prices on polysilicon, a material dominated by China in the global market. In retaliation, China has tightened export reviews on drone-related products and imposed sanctions on U.S. companies and organizations.According to Bloomberg News on August 5,
Iran and Oman Agree on New Shipping Route Through Hormuz Strait
Iran and Oman have reached an agreement on a new safe shipping route for vessels passing through the Hormuz Strait. Once finalized, Iran is expected to gain authority over ships entering the Gulf region.Esmaeil Baghaei, spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry, announced on August 5 that the two countries have agreed on specific coordinates for the new route after two months of negotiations.The discussions considered the safety of the route, legal issues, security conditions, and environmen
Victim of Busan Kick Incident Responds to Media Claims
Amid ongoing controversy over the abolition of the prosecution's supplementary investigation authority, Kim Jin-joo, the victim of the Busan kick incident, directly refuted claims made by some media outlets.On August 5, Kim took to her social media to respond to an article stating that the revelation of sexual crimes in the Busan kick incident was not due to a supplementary investigation by the prosecution.She stated, "I have to say this repeatedly: it was the prosecution that did this. The pros
Stray Kids Returns with 'This & That' After Record-Breaking Billboard Success
Stray Kids, who made history with eight consecutive entries at number one on the Billboard 200, is back with a new album. Known for their challenging and experimental music, the group is presenting a more relaxed and polished side this time. With the album titled 'This & That,' Stray Kids aims to showcase their versatility and justified confidence. On August 6, a press conference was held at the Conrad Seoul Hotel in Yeouido, Seoul, to celebrate the release of Stray Kids' new album 'This & Tha
CJ OnStyle Reports 21% Increase in Q2 Operating Profit Driven by Mobile Live Commerce
CJ ENM's commerce division, CJ OnStyle, has reported simultaneous growth in revenue and profitability for the second quarter of this year, fueled by the rise of mobile live commerce (MLC).According to CJ ENM, CJ OnStyle's operating profit for the second quarter reached 26 billion won, a 21.2% increase compared to the same period last year. Revenue rose by 4.4% to 402.8 billion won.The improvement in performance was led by MLC, which saw a transaction volume of 184.8 billion won in the second qua
Mayor Park Kwan-yeol: No Sacrifice of Gwangju Citizens for Yongin Semiconductor Water Supply Project
Park Kwan-yeol, the mayor of Gwangju, reiterated on August 6 that "the Yongin semiconductor water supply project cannot proceed at the expense of Gwangju citizens," emphasizing his commitment to protecting citizen rights. On this day, Mayor Park confirmed that the city’s official policy direction was not adequately reflected in discussions with relevant agencies during the process of promoting the Yongin semiconductor industrial complex's integrated water supply project. As a result, he imple