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2026 Unification Walk to Reflect on Peace and Unity in Yanggu DMZ 2026 Unification Walk to Reflect on Peace and Unity in Yanggu DMZ

The "2026 Unification Walk" event will take place in Yanggu County along the DMZ Peace Trail, reflecting on the significance of peace and unification.According to Yanggu County on August 3, the event, led by Democratic Party lawmaker Lee In-young, will occur from August 5 to 7 over a three-day period at Dutae-ryeon and other locations along the DMZ Peace Trail.With the slogan "Ten Years of Peace, Walking Together Towards Unification," this year's event is part of a 12-night, 13-day peace pilgrim

Gwangju Mayor Park Kwan-yeol: College Fair is Key Opportunity for Students Futures Gwangju Mayor Park Kwan-yeol: College Fair is Key Opportunity for Students' Futures

Park Kwan-yeol, the mayor of Gwangju, emphasized on August 1 that the "college entrance fair is not just a place to provide admission information, but an important opportunity for students to find their future career paths." Mayor Park made this statement during the "2027 College Entrance Fair" held at the Sports Health Center's multipurpose gymnasium. As part of his efforts to strengthen educational support policies for nurturing future talent, the college entrance fair organized by Gwangj

Naver Reveals AI Factory Contract Structure Amid Controversy Naver Reveals AI Factory Contract Structure Amid Controversy

Naver has disclosed the contract structure surrounding its artificial intelligence (AI) factory project to address concerns over the so-called 'AI circular investment.' The company clarified that the $1 billion investment from Nvidia is not being used to purchase Nvidia's graphics processing units (GPUs). Instead, Nvidia is participating as a strategic investor, while Brookfield will act as an infrastructure investor for data centers.On August 3, Naver released reference materials for the 'Naver

ChabioTech Partners with Ewha Womans University to Develop Peritoneal Fibrosis Cell Therapy ChabioTech Partners with Ewha Womans University to Develop Peritoneal Fibrosis Cell Therapy

ChabioTech is collaborating with Ewha Womans University to develop a cell therapy for peritoneal fibrosis, supported by government funding. The two parties aim to conduct joint research focused on developing an autologous mesenchymal stem cell-based treatment.On August 3, ChabioTech announced that their joint proposal with Ewha Womans University for the project titled 'Development of Autologous Mesenchymal Stem Cell-Based Treatment for Peritoneal Fibrosis' has been selected for the 'Innovative P

Saemaul Geumgo to Hire 149 New Employees in Second Half of 2026 Saemaul Geumgo to Hire 149 New Employees in Second Half of 2026

The Saemaul Geumgo Central Association announced it will publicly recruit 149 new employees for the second half of 2026 across the nation on August 3. This recruitment will involve 109 Saemaul Geumgo branches nationwide. Applications can be submitted through the Saemaul Geumgo recruitment website until the 10th. The hiring process will consist of document screening, a written test, and interviews. The written test is scheduled for the 29th at various testing locations across the country, where c

Celltrion Expands Listings with Major U.S. PBMs, Anticipates Growth in High-Profit Products Celltrion Expands Listings with Major U.S. PBMs, Anticipates Growth in High-Profit Products

Celltrion's high-profit product line has been added to the formularies of major U.S. pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). With the expansion of prescription drug reimbursement for local patients, the company is expected to accelerate its growth in the second half of the year.On August 3, Celltrion announced that its autoimmune disease treatment Aptozumab (ingredient: tocilizumab) has been listed as a preferred drug in the formularies of the three largest PBMs in the U.S.: Express Scripts (ESI), CVS

Odyssey Team Praises Seouls Beauty and Culture Odyssey Team Praises Seoul's Beauty and Culture

The team behind the film 'Odyssey' shared their experiences in Seoul during a press conference held on August 3 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Jongno-gu. Attending the event were director Christopher Nolan, producer Emma Thomas, and actors Matt Damon and Charlize Theron.The 'Odyssey' team revealed that they arrived in Korea two days prior and explored various parts of Seoul.Christopher Nolan expressed, "I had a little time to explore Seoul. I walked along the Han River, which was truly beautiful.

Covering Strollers with Blankets Poses Risks for Infants in Heat Waves Covering Strollers with Blankets Poses Risks for Infants in Heat Waves

As heat waves continue, caregivers are urged to take special precautions when taking infants out in strollers. While some cover strollers with blankets or thin cloths to protect children from sunlight, this practice can trap heat inside, increasing the risk of overheating.The UK's National Health Service (NHS) advises against covering strollers or baby carriages with blankets during heat waves, as this can block ventilation and raise internal temperatures. Instead, caregivers should use dedicate

Kim Se-hoon Engages with Residents at the Hwacheon Tomato Festival Kim Se-hoon Engages with Residents at the Hwacheon Tomato Festival

연일 폭염이 이어진 지난 2일 열린 2026 화천토마토축제장. 무더위 속에서도 김세훈 화천군수의 발걸음은 멈추지 않았다. 군청 업무를 마친 뒤 축제장을 찾은 김 군수는 공연장과 체험장, 판매 부스, 종합상황실을 차례로 돌며 관광객과 주민, 자원봉사자들의 목소리를 들었다. 민선 9기 군정의 최우선 가치로 내세운 ‘주민소득’을 현장에서 직접 확인하기 위한 행보다. 축제 사흘째인 이날 사내체육공원과 사내천 일원은 물놀이를 즐기는 가족 단위 관광객들로 북적였다. 행사 안내요원과 교통관리 인력, 자원봉사자들은 연

Yulchon Law Firm Hires Former Foreign Ministry Official Jo Gurae to Strengthen U.S. Investment Response Yulchon Law Firm Hires Former Foreign Ministry Official Jo Gurae to Strengthen U.S. Investment Response

Yulchon Law Firm (CEO Kang Seok-hoon) announced on August 3 that it has hired Jo Gurae, the former Director-General of the North American Affairs Bureau at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as a consultant to enhance its capabilities in responding to policies and trade issues related to U.S. investments.Jo graduated from Seoul National University with a degree in political science and joined the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (now the Ministry of Foreign Affairs) in 1991. He has held various positio