Korea Daily News (September 6, 2024)
Society Ministry of Education: Announced support restrictions for the 2025 academic year, limiting financial aid for Daegu Arts University, Central Seungga University, and Songho University. Daycare Meal Controversy: A daycare center in Sejong City faces controversy after the director allegedly used spoiled ingredients. Military-Related Issue: Military officials urge not to involve the military in political […]
Korea Daily News (September 5, 2024)
Society University Student ER Refusal Incident: A student in cardiac arrest was refused treatment at an emergency room, transferred to another hospital, and remains in a comatose state. Heo Kyung-young’s Religious Facility Raid: Police raided the religious facility “Sky Palace” operated by Heo Kyung-young as part of an economic crime investigation. Kakao’s Major Crisis: Kakao […]
Korea Daily News (September 4, 2024)
Politics Korea-U.S.-Japan Economic Dialogue: Minister of Foreign Affairs Cho Tae-yul emphasized the importance of continued cooperation among Korea, the U.S., and Japan, despite changes in the administrations of the U.S. and Japan. Criticism of President Yoon’s Absence from the National Assembly Opening Ceremony: Cho Kuk, leader of the Cho Kuk Innovation Party, criticized President Yoon […]
Korea Daily News (September 3, 2024)
Economy/Finance Improvement in Real Estate Market Transparency: Global real estate service firm JLL announced that the transparency of South Korea’s real estate market has improved due to the enhancement of REITs market and data availability. KB Securities Direct Indexing Service: KB Securities launched a dedicated content page for its direct indexing service, allowing investors to […]
Korea Daily News (August 29, 2024)
Economy Used Car Price Increase Expected: The used car market is expected to become more active ahead of the Chuseok holiday, with a particular rise in the price of Kia Carnival vehicles. Expansion of Disaster Management Fund: Ulsan City plans to expand its disaster management fund to 88.6 billion won, focusing on disaster prevention. Disclosure […]
Korea Daily News (August 27, 2024)
Industry and Economy KCC Supports the ‘Great Graffiti Village’ Project: KCC provided paint for the ‘Great Graffiti Village’ project led by Sinan County and Urbanbreak, contributing to transforming Aphaedo in Sinan County into an exhibition of artworks. KB Kookmin Card’s Lodging Sale Festa: KB Kookmin Card is offering an additional 10% discount on domestic lodging […]
Korea Daily News (August 26, 2024)
1. Economy and Finance Hanwha Galleria’s Tender Offer Controversy: Concerns have been raised by some minority shareholders that the tender offer price is lower than the fair value, leading to a surge in the stock price. Plantec Sale and Global Fintech Investment Trends: United Asset Management Corporation (UAMCO) is pushing to sell Plantec, and global […]
Korea Daily News (August 23, 2024)
Politics and Diplomacy Kamala Harris’ Statement: U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris criticized the relationship between former President Trump and Kim Jong-un, stating that she would not appease dictators. Absence of Lee Jae-myung and Park Chan-dae at Supreme Council Meeting: Democratic Party lawmaker Kim Min-seok, acting as Senior Supreme Council Member, sharply criticized Minister Han […]
Korea Daily News (August 22, 2024)
1. Economics and Business Global Laptop Production Diversification: Major laptop manufacturers like Samsung and Apple are diversifying their production bases. The global laptop shipment for this year is expected to decrease compared to the previous year. Foreign Investor Trends: Foreign investors are showing renewed interest in domestic secondary battery-related stocks. Corporate Value Enhancement Meeting: The […]
Korea Daily News (August 21, 2024)
Entertainment Aespa’s Virtual Character Debut: SM Entertainment plans to officially debut Aespa’s virtual character, ‘Naivis,’ in September. Netflix Denies Prize Money for ‘The Influencer’: Netflix decided not to award prize money to the winner of the variety series ‘The Influencer,’ Oking, due to a breach of confidentiality obligations in the participation contract. Actress Jang Shin-young […]