May Theatrical Releases Feature Diverse Genre Films May will see a surge of genre films in theaters, ranging from horror comedies to zombie thrillers and sci-fi adventures. Audiences can expect a mix of fear, laughter, survival narratives, and expansions of global franchises. The first notable release is 'Teaching Practicum,' debuting on May 13. This high school horror comedy follows enthusiastic trainee teacher Eun-kyung as she faces a supernatural exam against a ghost. Directed by Kim Min-ha, known for 'Amoeba Girls and School Ghost St May 7, 2026

NIS: North Korea's Constitution Affirms Two States but Reduces Hostility The National Intelligence Service (NIS) reported on May 7 that North Korea's constitutional amendments clarify the existence of two states but significantly reduce hostility towards South Korea. After a meeting of the National Assembly's Intelligence Committee, ruling party lawmaker Park Sun-won stated that the NIS provided an assessment of the new constitution. According to Park, the NIS noted that while the new constitution establishes a territorial clause stating that North Kor May 7, 2026

Daiso Becomes New Hub for 'Phone Number Fishing' Incidents The practice of 'phone number fishing,' previously common in nightlife areas, is reportedly spreading to discount stores like Daiso, sparking controversy. According to a report by Newsis, an online community post described an incident where a woman, referred to as A, was approached by a man asking for her phone number while she was shopping at Daiso. The man commented on her skin and insisted that he liked her style before requesting her number. A expressed her discomfort and decline May 7, 2026

KAI Reports Record Sales of 1.09 Trillion Won in Q1, Driven by Aircraft Exports Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) achieved record sales of 1.09 trillion won in the first quarter of 2026, fueled by increased aircraft exports. The growth in domestic system development and overseas aircraft sales is expected to continue. KAI reported on May 6 that its consolidated revenue for Q1 reached 1.09 trillion won, with operating profit at 671 billion won and net profit at 413 billion won. These figures represent increases of 56.3% in revenue, 43.4% in operating profit, and 41.7% in May 7, 2026

Jung Jin-seok Withdraws Candidacy for By-Election, Vows to Serve Party Jung Jin-seok, a former Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly, announced on May 7 that he is withdrawing his candidacy for the by-election in Chungnam's Gongju, Buyeo, and Cheongyang districts. He stated, "I will return to being an unnamed party member and serve the party from a humble position."In a Facebook post, he expressed concern that his candidacy could harm party unity or weaken the momentum needed to counter the dominance of major powers. He said, "While I am in pain, the party is suf May 7, 2026

Lotte Cinema Hosts Special Movie Screening for Children with Rare Diseases Lotte Cinema and Mindullemaum organized a special movie screening for children with severe rare diseases and their families. On May 6, Lotte Cinema World Tower hosted a 'Spring Outing Screening' for these children and their families. The event aimed to provide a cultural experience for children who find it difficult to visit theaters due to long-term illnesses and to offer families a brief respite from caregiving duties.Excitement filled the venue as children visited the cinema for the first tim May 7, 2026

Demand for 'Mirinae House' Grows Amid Housing Challenges for Newlyweds As high prices and rental shortages strain newlyweds, demand for Seoul's long-term rental housing program, 'Mirinae House,' is surging. The initiative allows for partial deposit payments, easing financial burdens and increasing accessibility to private brand apartments. From May 6 to 8, the Seoul Metropolitan Government and the Seoul Housing and Communities Corporation (SH) are recruiting residents for the seventh round of 'Mirinae House' (Long-term Rental Housing II), offering 441 units. May 7, 2026

CJ OnStyle Reports Q1 Operating Profit of 23.9 Billion Won Amid Mobile Investment CJ OnStyle's operating profit fell to 23.9 billion won in the first quarter of this year, a 7.6% decrease from the same period last year, due to increased investments aimed at enhancing mobile competitiveness. However, the company reported a 4.5% rise in revenue to 378.5 billion won, driven by a significant increase in mobile live commerce and improved app user metrics.Mobile live commerce sales surged by 137% year-on-year, fueled by content expansion through short-form videos and influencers, w May 7, 2026

Trump's Upcoming Visit to China Highlights AI Crisis Management Talks As the competition for artificial intelligence (AI) supremacy intensifies between the U.S. and China, the upcoming U.S.-China summit is expected to focus on AI issues. The Wall Street Journal reported that both nations are considering establishing official communication channels to prevent the AI rivalry from escalating into an uncontrollable crisis.According to the report, discussions are underway to include AI topics in the agenda for the summit during President Donald Trump's visit to China o May 7, 2026

Trump Hints at Ending Iran Conflict Before China Visit President Donald Trump indicated the possibility of concluding peace negotiations with Iran ahead of his upcoming visit to China. However, significant differences remain on key issues such as Iran's nuclear program and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, leaving the timeline for a potential agreement uncertain. On May 6, during a White House event, Trump told reporters, "Iran cannot and will not have nuclear weapons," adding that they have agreed on several points. He noted, "We had very May 7, 2026