Traditional Markets Offer Cheaper Chuseok Table Costs Than Online Platforms This year, preparing a Chuseok table at traditional markets is more cost-effective than at large supermarkets or online platforms. According to the Small Business Market Promotion Agency (소진공) on September 15, a price comparison survey conducted in the first week of this month across 37 traditional markets, 37 nearby large supermarkets, and 2 online platforms revealed that traditional markets were 18.4% (79,509 won) cheaper than large supermarkets and 4.8% (17,814 won) cheaper than online p September 16, 2026

Complete GMO Labeling Requirement Approaches, Food Industry on Edge The impending implementation of complete labeling for genetically modified organisms (GMO) by the end of the year is raising tensions within the food industry. The new standards for soy sauce will take effect on December 31, while the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety is considering moving up the timeline for sugar and oilseed products from the previously scheduled December 31, 2027, to this year, increasing the pressure on companies to prepare.According to industry sources, the expanded GMO labe September 16, 2026

Neowiz Secures IP for Nihon Falcom's 'The Legend of Heroes: The White Witch' for PC and Consoles Neowiz is set to develop a PC and console game utilizing the intellectual property (IP) of 'The Legend of Heroes: The White Witch,' a role-playing game (RPG) from Japanese game company Nihon Falcom. The development will focus on faithfully recreating the original story and unique atmosphere, with plans to introduce the game to the global market.On September 16, Neowiz announced that it has signed an IP agreement with Nihon Falcom for 'The White Witch.' This contract grants Neowiz the rights to d September 16, 2026

Clarity Act Fails in Senate, Bitcoin Drops to $75,000 The 'Clarity Act,' aimed at establishing a regulatory framework for virtual assets in the U.S., failed to pass in the Senate, leading to a significant drop in major cryptocurrency prices.According to CoinMarketCap, as of 8 a.m. on September 16, Bitcoin was trading at $75,692, down 3.56% from the previous day.Altcoins experienced even steeper declines. Ethereum fell 5.09% to $2,399, while Ripple (XRP) plummeted 10.09% to $1.28. Solana dropped 5.52% to $97.12, and Binance Coin (BNB) decreased by 1 September 16, 2026

Hana Securities: OISolution Faces Shortage of Optical Components, Target Price Maintained at 60,000 Won Hana Securities reported that a global shortage of optical components has already begun, and if domestic frequency auctions resume next year, OISolution's profitability is expected to improve significantly. The firm maintained its 'buy' rating and target price of 60,000 won.Lee Sang-hoon, a researcher at Hana Securities, stated, "Following the U.S., the likelihood of frequency auctions in South Korea is high by mid-2027," adding, "Considering the trends in global raw materials, laser diode (LD) September 16, 2026

Body of unidentified woman found near Deurimi Port in Incheon The body of an unidentified woman was discovered near Deurimi Port on Ganghwa Island, Incheon.According to Yonhap News and the Incheon Coast Guard, a report was received at 7:13 a.m. on the 15th regarding the discovery of the body near Deurimi Port in Ganghwa County.The body was found by marine debris collection workers in the area, who then reported it. The Coast Guard stated that the body is presumed to be that of a woman.A Coast Guard official noted, "The specific identity, including age, has September 16, 2026

Korean Stock Market Faces Uncertainty Ahead of U.S. Rate Hike ◆아주경제 주요뉴스▷2022년엔 25% 급락…미국 기준금리 인상 앞둔 K-증시 이번엔 어디로?- As the U.S. Federal Reserve is expected to raise interest rates this week, tension is rising in the domestic stock market. Analysts indicate that signals regarding future tightening will be a key variable, more so than the rate hike itself.- The market anticipates a 25 basis point increase, which would raise the U.S. benchmark rate from 3.50-3.75% to 3.75-4.00%. Additionally, the yield on the U.S. 10-year September 16, 2026

Paradise Receives Minister of Health and Welfare Award for ESG Management Achievements Paradise has been recognized for its achievements in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) management by receiving the Minister of Health and Welfare Award. The award reflects the company's comprehensive ESG strategy, which includes carbon neutrality and the management of human rights and health and safety, extending to its partners.On September 15, Paradise announced that it received the Minister of Health and Welfare Award at the '2026 National Contribution Awards' ceremony held at the S September 16, 2026

Libya's National Oil Corporation Reports Production Halt at Three Oil Fields Production at several oil fields in Libya has been halted after the Petroleum Facilities Guard (PFG) closed valves on crude oil pipelines.On September 15, the National Oil Corporation (NOC) announced that PFG members had shut valves on a pipeline connecting Hamada and Zawiya, leading to a suspension of production at the Hamada, Tahrir, and NC5 oil fields.The NOC warned that if the valve closures continue or similar shutdowns occur at other oil fields, it may declare force majeure.A declaration o September 16, 2026

Death Toll from Nepal Floods Exceeds 7,000, Only 104 Identified A massive flood in the Himalayan region along the Nepal-China border has resulted in over 7,000 confirmed deaths and missing persons. According to reports from Yonhap News, Nepal Press, and EFE on September 15, the Nepal National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority stated that 1,395 people have died due to the flooding that occurred on August 26 in the Bagmati Province of central-northern Nepal.The number of missing persons has risen to 5,649, which includes 5,130 from Nepal and 519 September 16, 2026