New Regulations Prohibit Commercial Use of Student Records in Admissions Consulting In the future, private tutoring centers and admissions consulting firms will be strictly prohibited from requesting or using students' school records for profit. The Ministry of Education announced this measure to prevent unnecessary high-cost admissions consulting, which can reach millions of won, and to maintain fairness in college admissions. To alleviate concerns among parents and students, the ministry plans to significantly expand free counseling services available through public education July 29, 2026

Pentahills W Square: A New Retailtainment Hub As online shopping becomes commonplace, the competitiveness of commercial facilities is evolving. The concept of 'retailtainment'—a blend of shopping, dining, culture, and leisure—is emerging as a new trend in commercial districts.In this context, IS Dongseo's waterfront cultural complex, Pentahills W Square, is gaining attention as a new center for local commerce, emphasizing experiential retail. The variety of content designed to encourage visitors to linger has sparked interest in leasing opp July 29, 2026

Suseong District Hosts 'Dubi Eco Winning Day' with Samsung Lions to Promote Environmental Awareness Daegu's Suseong District launched a unique campaign to raise awareness about environmental protection and resource recycling among citizens attending a professional baseball game.On July 28, Suseong District, in collaboration with the Samsung Lions, held the 'Dubi Eco Winning Day' at Daegu Samsung Lions Park, featuring various interactive programs that combined baseball viewing with eco-friendly practices.This event was organized through a partnership between Suseong District's mascot 'Dubi' and July 29, 2026

Gwangju Education Office Signs Agreement to Promote Inter-Korean Youth Sports Exchange The Gwangju Education Office is laying the groundwork for inter-Korean youth exchanges through sports. On July 29, the Gwangju Education Office (Superintendent Kim Dae-jung) signed a memorandum of understanding with the Inter-Korean Sports Exchange Association (Chairman Kim Kyung-sung) at the Gwangju provincial office's business room. This agreement is part of a collaborative effort to integrate the values of peace and coexistence into physical education since the establishment of the Gwangju Ed July 29, 2026

Kim Yong-beom: Domestic Stock Market Volatility Not Solely Due to Leverage ETFs Kim Yong-beom, head of the Presidential Policy Office, stated that the high volatility in the domestic stock market is not solely due to leverage exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and announced plans to review the overall structure of the financial authorities and capital markets.Accompanying President Lee Jae-myung on his state visit to Brazil, Kim made these remarks on July 28 during a briefing on the outcomes of a Korea-Brazil business roundtable held in São Paulo, in response to questions about g July 29, 2026

KOSPI and KOSDAQ Plunge, Marking First-Ever Consecutive Circuit Breakers The KOSPI index has dropped to the 5,300 range as the domestic stock market experienced a dramatic decline for two consecutive days, triggering circuit breakers in both the KOSPI and KOSDAQ markets for the first time in history.According to the Korea Exchange, as of 1:20 PM on July 29, the KOSPI was down 672.52 points (11.16%) at 5,351.14. The index started the day with a rise of 65.45 points (1.09%) at 6,089.11 but quickly reversed course and expanded its losses.As the decline continued, a circ July 29, 2026

Jeonju Hanok Village Parking Facility Enhanced for Safety and Convenience The Hanok Village parking facility in Jeonju, North Jeolla Province, has been upgraded to provide a more convenient and safer parking experience.On July 29, the Jeonju Facilities Corporation announced that the Hanok Village parking facility has completed renovations reflecting citizen feedback and on-site input.The upgrades go beyond simple maintenance, aiming to create tangible improvements for users.New traditional lanterns have been added to the facility's exterior, which features a tradition July 29, 2026

Accountant and Journalists Charged for Insider Trading Scheme A group of individuals, including the head of an investment advisory firm and six journalists, has been indicted for allegedly exploiting feature articles in the stock market to gain unjust profits amounting to billions of won.On July 29, the Southern District Prosecutors' Office in Seoul announced that it has charged a total of eight individuals, including one accountant and six journalists, with violations of the Capital Markets Act, breach of trust, and violations of the Anti-Corruption Act. July 29, 2026

Special Prosecutor Drops Appeal in Park Sung-jae Case Linked to Kim Geon-hee The special prosecutor's team investigating the insurrection case has withdrawn its appeal regarding the dismissal of charges against former Minister of Justice Park Sung-jae, who was accused of accepting a request from Kim Geon-hee to suppress an investigation. This decision was made to prevent delays in the trial, especially if the dismissal is overturned, which could lead to a retrial on the insurrection charges for which he was found guilty.On July 29, the special prosecutor's office announc July 29, 2026

Alpensia Resort Hosts Free Performing Arts Festival in Pyeongchang Pyeongchang's Alpensia Resort is set to host the inaugural Pyeongchang Performing Arts Festival, which aims to highlight the value of human movement and sensation in an era where artificial intelligence and advanced technology are rapidly permeating daily life and creative fields. The festival will expand the tourism experience, traditionally focused on lodging and leisure, into the realm of cultural arts.According to Alpensia Resort, the '1st Pyeongchang Performing Arts Festival Re;Manity' will July 29, 2026