Samsung C&T Selected for Mokhwa Apartment Reconstruction in Yeouido Samsung C&T's construction division has secured the construction rights for the Mokhwa Apartment reconstruction project in Yeouido, located in the Yeongdeungpo district of Seoul. Following its contract for the Daegyo Apartment last year, Samsung C&T is expanding its presence in the Yeouido reconstruction market.On September 12, the Mokhwa Apartment reconstruction association voted to finalize Samsung C&T as the construction company.The Mokhwa Apartment reconstruction project will involve the con September 13, 2026

President Yoon Congratulates Director Lee Chang-dong on Venice Film Festival Award 이재명 대통령은 13일 이창동 감독의 영화 ‘가능한 사랑’이 제83회 베니스국제영화제에서 심사위원대상을 받은 데 대해 축하의 뜻을 밝혔다. 이 대통령은 이날 사회관계망서비스(SNS)를 통해 “지난 뤼미에르 서밋에서 감독님과 배우분들을 뵈었을 때 작품에 대한 현지의 뜨거운 관심을 직접 전해 들었다”며 “그때의 기대가 좋은 결실로 이어져 더욱 기쁘다”고 말했다. 이어 “이번 수상을 계기로 우리 영화의 다양성이 더욱 넓어지고, 좋은 작품들이 세계 관객들과 더 많이 만날 수 있기 September 13, 2026

KB Kookmin Card Partners with Ministry of Interior to Support Local Youth KB Kookmin Card is collaborating with the Ministry of Interior and Safety to support local youth in establishing themselves and achieving independence.On September 11, KB Kookmin Card announced that it signed a memorandum of understanding for the 'KB Local Youth Warmth Sharing' initiative at the 'Jigu Jang-i Village' youth village in Iksan, North Jeolla Province.The KB Local Youth Warmth Sharing program is a social contribution initiative that provides funding, financial and marketing training, September 13, 2026

KT Develops Separate App for Free AI Service 'Everyone's AI' to Expand Partnerships KT is set to launch a separate application for its free artificial intelligence (AI) service, 'Everyone's AI.' The company plans to provide services centered around this app while integrating AI features into existing platforms such as Daum, Musinsa, and Zigbang to broaden user engagement.Lee Jin-hyung, head of KT's AX Business Division, stated during an online briefing on September 11, "The government's initiative aims to create new services rather than simply adding AI features to existing one September 13, 2026

Lee Chang-dong Receives Jury Prize at Venice Film Festival for 'Possible Love' 최휘영 장관이 제83회 베니스국제영화제에서 신작 '가능한 사랑'으로 은사자상(심사위원대상)을 받은 이창동 감독에게 축하의 뜻을 전했다. On September 13, Minister Choi Hwi-young congratulated director Lee Chang-dong for winning the Jury Prize at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival for his new film 'Possible Love.' In a message on his social media, Choi said, "Director Lee, I wholeheartedly congratulate you on receiving the Jury Prize for 'Possible Love' at the Venice International Film Festi September 13, 2026

Jeju Air Enhances Compliance Training for Employees to Mitigate Risks Jeju Air is strengthening its compliance management system through employee training. On September 11, Jeju Air conducted compliance training for employees in charge of fair trade-related tasks, including finance, accounting, legal affairs, planning, and budgeting, at its Seoul office in Gangseo-gu. The training featured legal experts from Kim & Chang, who lectured on "Preventing Fair Trade Risks in Transactions and Contracts with Affiliates and Clients." The session focused on practical example September 13, 2026

LG Display Accelerates AI Transition with 'AX Squad' Initiative LG Display is actively launching the 'AX Squad' initiative to drive a company-wide transition to artificial intelligence (AI).According to LG Display on September 13, the AX Squad is a collaborative system where field workers from various departments, including administration, development, and production, identify AI projects aimed at solving operational issues or repetitive tasks. AI experts from the company’s AX group provide dedicated coaching support.By combining the practical knowledge of f September 13, 2026

Oil Supply Remains Stable Despite Middle East Crisis; July Imports Up 9.8% Despite the prolonged conflict in the Middle East and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, South Korea's crude oil imports have rebounded quickly, ensuring stability in the supply of petroleum products. This recovery is attributed to government support for oil supply and strategic oil swaps.According to the Korea Petroleum Association, crude oil imports in July increased by 9.8% compared to the same month last year. This marks a rapid recovery from a low of approximately 64.5 million barrels in September 13, 2026

SK Group's Chey Tae-won Envisions Ulsan as AI Manufacturing Hub Chey Tae-won, chairman of SK Group, has proposed the vision of an 'AI City' in Ulsan, integrating manufacturing artificial intelligence (AI) with citizens' daily lives and the arts. His plan aims to enhance Ulsan's manufacturing competitiveness through AI while creating an urban ecosystem where residents can experience the benefits of AI in their everyday lives.On September 11, during the closing session of the '2026 Ulsan Forum' held at the Ulsan Exhibition and Convention Center (UECO), Chey em September 13, 2026

Hyundai Motor Completes 'Forest Run 2026' Campaign, Donates 100,000 Trees to Africa Hyundai Motor has successfully concluded its eco-friendly social contribution campaign. The company announced on September 13 that a total of 6,500 participants took part in the 'Forest Run 2026 Final Run' held the previous day. The event featured a 10 km course between Yeouido Park and the Seogang Bridge in Seoul. The Forest Run campaign links participants' running to actual tree donations and plantings. It began in 2016 to raise awareness about fine dust and promote cleaner skies. Over the pas September 13, 2026