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Speaker Jo and Ruling and Opposition Floor Leaders Meet: "Consensus Reached on Special Investigation Committee and Livelihood Consultative Body"
15+ min ago (253+ words) Published 11 Jun. 2026 15: 16(KST) Jang added, "We expect that the two floor leaders will further discuss the schedule for the plenary session next week." However, there was no substantive discussion during the meeting about introducing a special prosecutor regarding the ballot…...
"Stock Surge Spurs Rise in 'Bittu' Investments: May Bank Other Loans See Biggest Increase in 5 Years"
3+ hour, 32+ min ago (271+ words) Published 11 Jun. 2026 12: 00(KST) Household loans from banks increased by nearly 7 trillion won in May. The main driver behind this growth was other loans. Even considering that other loans typically rise in May due to increased household demand during Family Month,…...
On-Site Video Commentary Services for the Visually Impaired at Palaces and Royal Tombs
6+ hour, 32+ min ago (205+ words) Published 11 Jun. 2026 09: 00(KST) The Royal Palaces and Tombs Center of the Cultural Heritage Administration announced on June 11 that, starting from June 18, it will operate on-site video commentary services for the visually impaired at the four major palaces in Seoul, Jongmyo…...
"Dedicated Support Tracks Needed for SMEs Under Carbon Neutrality Policies"
4+ hour, 32+ min ago (225+ words) Published 11 Jun. 2026 11: 00(KST) The Korea Federation of SMEs announced on June 11 that it held the first session of the 2026 Environment'ESG Committee at its headquarters in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul. At the meeting, Hyeju Kim, Director at Quantified ESG, delivered a presentation on…...
Woori Asset Management's 'Semiconductor BIG2 Plus Fund' Ranks First With 74% One-Year Return
23+ min ago (328+ words) Published 11 Jun. 2026 15: 09(KST) Woori Asset Management announced on June 11 that its 'Semiconductor BIG2 Plus Fund' achieved an annual return of approximately 74%, ranking first among hybrid bond funds in the same category. According to KG Zeroin, as of the closing price on…...
'8 Minutes to the Subway'. .. Seoul to Invest 9. 2 Trillion Won in Gangbuk and Southwest Railway Network
4+ hour, 23+ min ago (215+ words) Published 11 Jun. 2026 11: 08(KST) On June 11, the Seoul Metropolitan Government announced that it has prepared the "3rd Urban Railway Network Construction Plan" and submitted it to the Seoul Metropolitan Council. The Nanggok Line connects Boramae Park Station to Nanhyang-dong. The city reduced…...
Geumgwang Lake in Anseong Proves Tourism Impact: 450, 000 Visitors and 27% Sales Growth
3+ hour, 19+ min ago (332+ words) Published 11 Jun. 2026 12: 12(KST) Geumgwang Lake, a major tourist attraction in Anseong City, Gyeonggi Province, has been found to have a positive impact on the local economy, including increased tourism, expanded consumption, and revitalized entrepreneurship. Geumgwang Lake Sky Observatory. Provided by…...
Ministry of National Defense Launches Preliminary Round of 'Republic of Korea Drone Combat Competition'. .. Showcasing Advanced Drone Capabilities of Military, Government, and Private Sector
1+ hour, 17+ min ago (229+ words) Published 11 Jun. 2026 14: 15(KST) Updated 11 Jun. 2026 14: 18(KST) Pocheon City, Gyeonggi Province, announced on the 11th that the preliminary round of the "2026 Republic of Korea Drone Combat Competition," hosted by the Ministry of National Defense, is being held at the Seungjin Training Ground…...
Sangju Mayor-elect An Jaemin Launches Transition Committee: "Laying the Foundation for City Administration with Expertise and Practicality
58+ min ago (603+ words) Published 11 Jun. 2026 14: 33(KST) The transition committee for city administration, formed by An Jaemin, Mayor-elect of Sangju City for the 9th term, has finalized its list of appointments and officially begun the transition process. The committee is being evaluated as a "practical…...
Park Gwanyul, Gwangju Mayor-elect, Launches 9th-Term Direct Transition Committee
4+ hour, 26+ min ago (232+ words) Published 11 Jun. 2026 11: 06(KST) Park Gwanyul, the mayor-elect of Gwangju City in Gyeonggi Province, held the launch ceremony for the Direct Transition Committee for the 9th popularly elected mayor of Gwangju at the City Hall Transition Committee Room on June 10, and has…...