Less than 48 hours after President Donald Trump announced progress on a ceasefire plan that includes the complete disarmament of Hamas and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from the Gaza Strip, Israel reportedly conducted airstrikes on a hospital in Gaza.On August 1, local time, CNN reported that Israeli airstrikes completely destroyed two medical supply warehouses at the Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir al-Balah, located in central Gaza, and caused damage to two others, according to local author

Samsung C&T's construction division is expanding its business into the caregiving-oriented silver town market with AI-based senior living solutions.On July 30, Samsung C&T announced that it signed a business cooperation agreement with New Senior Life at the 'Caring Stay Uijeongbu Arboretum' located in Pocheon, Gyeonggi Province.The signing ceremony was attended by Kim Min-soo, CEO of New Senior Life, and Jo Hye-jung, Vice President of Samsung C&T's DxP Division, along with executives from both c

The South Korean government is mobilizing a multi-agency organization in preparation for the 2028 UN Ocean Conference, which will be attended by representatives from 193 UN member countries.On August 3, the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries will launch the 'UN Ocean Conference Preparatory Planning Team' in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Economy and Finance, and the Ministry of the Interior and Safety. A plaque ceremony will be held, attended by heads of organi

A court has ruled that special bonuses and loans totaling billions of won paid to a company's CEO are subject to taxation if they are deemed to be profit distribution rather than compensation for normal job performance.On August 2, the Seoul Administrative Court's Administrative Division 5, led by Judge Lee Jeong-won, issued a partial loss ruling in a lawsuit filed by solar power company A against the tax office regarding the imposition of corporate taxes.The court canceled the tax on performanc

한국과 미국이 인공지능(AI)과 양자기술 등 첨단산업의 국제표준을 공동으로 제안하고 선점하기 위한 협력을 강화한다. 캐나다와도 AI 사전표준화 협력을 핵심·신흥기술 전반으로 확대하기로 했다. 산업통상부 국가기술표준원은 지난달 31일(현지시간) 미국 덴버에서 미국표준협회(ANSI)와 '2026 제6차 한·미 표준협력포럼'을 공동 개최했다고 2일 밝혔다. 이번 포럼에는 ANSI와 미국 국립표준기술연구소(NIST), 캐나다 표준위원회(SCC)를 비롯해 마이크로소프트(MS), 휴렛팩커드(HP) 등 양국 산·학·연 전문가 60여명이 참석했다. 참

Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics reported similar sales in their TV and home appliance businesses for the second quarter of this year, but their profitability showed a significant difference. While LG's profits were bolstered by its B2B, subscription, and heating and cooling businesses, Samsung faced a loss due to rising component costs.According to industry sources on August 2, LG Electronics' home appliance (HS), media entertainment (MS), and eco-solution (ES) divisions combined for a se

The U.S. European Commander has warned the Pentagon that without additional naval support, prioritizing the defense of Israel may not be feasible, and protecting the U.S. mainland from Russia will take precedence.According to a report by the Washington Post on August 1, citing anonymous officials, General Alexus Greenkwitz submitted a confidential report to the Pentagon this week stating that there is insufficient naval power to sustain operations defending Israel.General Greenkwitz cautioned th

On August 1, the second day of the 2026 Hwacheon Tomato Festival, the Sanai Sports Park and the Sanai Stream in Hwacheon County, Gangwon Province, were filled with the laughter of visitors who forgot the summer heat. The festival buzzed with activity throughout the day, featuring refreshing water play and various experiential programs that attracted many families.* This article has been translated by AI.

LG Electronics is set to popularize its premium modular home, the 'Smart Cottage,' by introducing it through a home shopping channel for the first time in South Korea. The launch broadcast will take place on CJ OnStyle at 9:35 PM on August 2. Following this, a detailed showcase of the Smart Cottage will be presented during the mobile live show 'Vtina Life' on August 5 at 9 PM, featuring the interior of the Kimpo Hyundai Premium Outlet exhibition hall. The Smart Cottage is designed for indiv