Education Officials Call for Stabilization of Local Education Finances
As the government, including the Ministry of Planning and Finance, rushes to reform local education grants citing declining student numbers, strong criticism has emerged from the education sector. It is argued that education finance should not be viewed merely through the lens of economic logic or cost-cutting, but rather as a necessary investment to secure South Korea's future growth potential. The Korea Association of Superintendents held a public discussion on the stabilization of local educa
Paris Baguette Launches Low-Sugar Bakery Line with R&D Focus
Paris Baguette is reaping the rewards of its R&D-focused management philosophy, emphasized by Chairman Huh Young-in, with the success of its low-sugar bakery products.On July 29, Paris Baguette announced that its health bakery brand, 'Blue Label,' launched last year, has surpassed 24 million units in cumulative sales, achieving this milestone at five times the speed of previous healthy bread products. Building on this success, the company is expanding its lineup of 'delicious low-sugar bakery' i
Special Prosecutors to Reinvestigate Won Hee-ryong on August 6 Over Highway Project
The second special investigation team, led by Special Prosecutor Kwon Chang-young, is set to summon Won Hee-ryong, the former Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, for further questioning regarding allegations surrounding the Seoul-Yangpyeong Expressway project.The investigation will focus on whether Won declared the cancellation of the project without following proper procedures and whether he directed the distribution of press releases that contradicted legal advice regarding potenti
Court Extends Decision on JTBC's Rehabilitation Process by One Month
A South Korean court has decided to postpone its ruling on whether to initiate court management proceedings for JTBC by one month. This decision was made to allow more time for negotiations between JTBC and its creditors regarding voluntary debt restructuring.On July 29, legal sources reported that the Seoul Bankruptcy Court's Rehabilitation Division 2, led by Chief Judge Jeong Jun-young, extended the deadline for the decision on the rehabilitation process from July 30 to August 30. This extensi
South Korea's Foreign Ministry Confirms No Casualties Among Nationals in Kumamoto Earthquake
The South Korean Foreign Ministry held a joint situation assessment meeting on July 29, led by Jo Joo-sung, Director of Overseas Safety Planning, with the Consulate General in Fukuoka to evaluate the earthquake situation in Kumamoto, Japan, and to review safety measures for Korean nationals in the area.Director Jo emphasized the need to ensure safety measures for local citizens, stating, "Given that a magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture on July 28, followed by over 160 aftershock
Han Dong-hoon Opposes Abolishing Supplementary Investigation Rights
Independent lawmaker Han Dong-hoon warned on July 29 that if a proposed amendment to the Criminal Procedure Act, which aims to abolish supplementary investigation rights for prosecutors, is passed, "crimes will be forgotten, and only the victims' grievances will remain."Han held an emergency debate titled "Abolishing Supplementary Investigations: Will We Ultimately Favor Criminals?" in the National Assembly. This marked the first time Han organized such a debate, attended by 14 lawmakers from th
Russia Charges Telegram Founder Pavel Durov with Terrorism Support
Russia has charged Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, with supporting terrorist activities and has placed him on an international wanted list.According to a statement from the Federal Security Service (FSB) reported by RIA Novosti on July 29, the agency announced that Durov has been indicted in a criminal case related to terrorism support.The FSB alleged that Telegram's management failed to delete channels and automated response programs used by Ukrainian intelligence agencies and extremist g
Blue House Respects Legislative Process for Criminal Procedure Law Amendment
Seong Gi-hong, the Chief of Public Communication at the Blue House, stated on July 29 that the government will monitor the legislative process regarding the proposed amendment to the Criminal Procedure Law, which aims to abolish the prosecution's supplementary investigation rights. He emphasized that the government will review and discuss the matter after observing the bill's passage through the National Assembly.In an interview with SBS's 'Joo Young-jin's News Briefing' that afternoon, Seong re
Election Commission Investigation Expands Amid Voting Irregularities
The joint investigation team probing allegations related to the June 3 local elections has conducted its first interrogation of an Election Commission employee regarding suspicions of unauthorized modifications to voter counts. The investigation is also expanding to include inquiries into ballot shortages and allegations surrounding Noh Tae-ak's overseas trips with his spouse.On July 29, legal sources reported that the joint investigation team, led by Kim Tae-hoon, deputy chief prosecutor of the
Changwon City Launches Initiatives to Become a Business-Friendly City
Changwon Special City is implementing tailored initiatives to enhance pride among business owners and workers while significantly improving communication in the field.The city plans to relocate and open the 'Business Hall of Fame' on the first floor of the Changwon Chamber of Commerce and Industry, as well as recognize three exemplary long-standing companies that have been in operation for over 30 years. Additionally, to closely manage on-site challenges, the city will officially introduce a 'On