Russia Launches Drone and Missile Strikes on Kyiv Following Putin-Trump Call Russia launched drone and missile attacks on major cities in Ukraine, including the capital Kyiv, just hours after a phone call between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump. According to Bloomberg, Ukrainian authorities reported early on June 15 that cities such as Kyiv, Kharkiv, Dnipro, and Kryvyi Rih were targeted in the attacks. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko stated, "Fires broke out in several apartment buildings across the city, and the historic Kyiv-Pechersk June 15, 2026

Han Byeong-do Plans National Investigation into Ballot Shortage Han Byeong-do, the floor leader of the Democratic Party, announced plans to address the national investigation into the recent ballot shortage this week and aims to finalize the composition of the National Assembly by June 18. In response to the People Power Party's request to relinquish the chair of the Legislative Judiciary Committee, he stated, "The Democratic Party should take responsibility for a functioning National Assembly." During a Supreme Council meeting on June 15, Han said, " June 15, 2026

Genosis AI Healthcare Releases New Book 'Life Code' Genosis AI Healthcare has published a new book titled 'Life Code.' Released by Book Lab, 'Life Code' presents cancer not as an unavoidable fate but as a disease that can be managed through prevention and early diagnosis. The book's tagline is 'Ending Cancer Five Years Earlier.' The book discusses how everyday choices, such as diet, physical activity, weight management, smoking cessation, alcohol moderation, stress management, and regular screenings, can impact cancer prevention and manag June 15, 2026

Uclicks Hires Kim Jung-in from McKinsey and Hyundai Card to Strengthen AI Consulting Uclicks, a company specializing in artificial intelligence (AI) and data, has announced the hiring of Kim Jung-in, previously with McKinsey & Company and Hyundai Card, to enhance its corporate AI transformation (AX) consulting services. On June 15, Uclicks revealed that it will expand its consulting business focused on supporting companies in developing and executing AI transformation strategies. Kim is a strategic expert with extensive experience in global consulting, finance, and corpo June 15, 2026

Shinhan Bank Issues Over 300,000 National Love Cards, Celebrates with Awards Ceremony As competition intensifies among banks to attract customers for the National Love Card, Shinhan Bank has become the first among the third batch of issuers to surpass 300,000 accounts. On June 15, Shinhan Bank announced that it held an awards ceremony for the 'National Love Card Short Form Contest' on June 12 at its headquarters in Jung-gu, Seoul. The ceremony celebrated the achievement of issuing over 300,000 National Love Cards and accumulating a total usage amount of 100 billion won. I June 15, 2026

Vietnam's Gia Lai Province Targets South Korea for Investment and Tourism Gia Lai Province, located in central Vietnam and home to approximately 3 million people, is actively targeting the South Korean market to attract investment and boost tourism. The local government is expanding cooperation with Korean businesses while also working to establish a charter flight route between Seoul and Quy Nhon, aiming to strengthen the foundation for tourism and economic exchanges. According to reports from Vietnamese media, a delegation from Gia Lai Province visited South June 15, 2026

Contentree Central and Megabox File for Corporate Rehabilitation Two Days After JTBC Default Central Group affiliates have filed for corporate rehabilitation with the court, just two days after JTBC declared a default due to its inability to repay liquidity loans.According to a report on June 15 from the Financial Supervisory Service's electronic disclosure system, Contentree Central and its subsidiary Megabox Central submitted applications for the initiation of rehabilitation proceedings, preservation measures, and comprehensive injunctions to the Seoul Rehabilitation Court on June 14. June 15, 2026

Naver Place Enhances Animal Hospital Search with Data-Driven Features Naver has launched a customized Place service based on actual treatment data from animal hospitals. This enhancement allows pet owners to more easily find suitable veterinary clinics by comparing treatment types, diseases, and medical histories. On June 15, Naver announced the introduction of Place Plus, a specialized service for animal hospitals that integrates with partner systems. The service provides the latest treatment statistics and specialized information for each hospital on Nave June 15, 2026

Aribio and Aribio Lab Pursue Global Partnerships for CNS and Vaccine Platforms Aribio is set to make its international debut after securing a 10 trillion won licensing agreement for its Alzheimer's treatment, 'AR1001,' and establishing a global commercialization framework. The company aims to accelerate its goal of becoming a global enterprise with 1 trillion won in revenue by 2030 through this initiative.According to Aribio, the company will jointly participate with Aribio Lab in the 'BIO USA (BIO International Convention 2026)' taking place in San Diego, California, from June 15, 2026

Saemaul Geumgo to Provide 200 Additional AI Companion Robots for Seniors Saemaul Geumgo is set to provide an additional 200 AI companion robots to help alleviate social isolation among elderly individuals living alone in declining population areas. The organization announced on June 15 that it held a delivery ceremony for the AI robots on June 11 at a senior center in Sangri 2-dong, Daegu, where 70 seniors received the devices. Following this, 70 robots will be distributed in Yecheon, North Gyeongsang Province, on June 16, and 60 more will be provided in Yeo June 15, 2026