Jung Cheong-rae Calls for Investigation into Shincheonji Allegations Jung Cheong-rae, a candidate for the leadership of the Democratic Party of Korea, has called for a thorough investigation into allegations of Shincheonji's involvement within the party, stating that such actions put the party at risk.In a Facebook post on July 26, Jung criticized the allegations as being unfounded and lacking evidence. He emphasized the need for severe disciplinary measures against those who raise such potentially damaging claims, which he believes could lead to the party's down July 26, 2026

Hana Bank to Provide 400 Billion Won in Financial Support Ahead of Cheongna Move Hana Bank will provide 400 billion won in financial support to boost the economy of small businesses and enterprises in Incheon ahead of the relocation of Hana Financial Group to Cheongna in September.On July 23, Hana Bank announced that it signed a "Special Contribution Agreement for Inclusive Finance" with the Incheon Credit Guarantee Foundation.This agreement aims to enhance practical financial support that small businesses and local enterprises in Incheon can feel, contributing to the revita July 26, 2026

President Lee and First Lady Visit San Francisco's Pier 39, Engage with Visitors President Lee Jae-myung and First Lady Kim Hye-kyung visited Pier 39 in San Francisco on July 25, meeting local residents and tourists from around the world. Deputy Spokesperson Ahn Gyu-ryeong stated in a written briefing that the couple took time to greet and interact with citizens and visitors at Pier 39. Pier 39 is a mixed-use cultural and commercial space that features a sea lion habitat, restaurants, shops, and street performances. It is regarded as a model of urban regeneration, transformi July 26, 2026

U.S.-Saudi Nuclear Agreement Signals Shift in Nuclear Policy The United States is showing signs of a shift in its nuclear policy. On July 22, the Trump administration signed a civilian nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia. While specific details remain undisclosed, reports indicate that the agreement allows for uranium enrichment and the reprocessing of spent nuclear fuel under certain conditions, including participation from U.S. companies. Historically, the U.S. has maintained a conservative stance on allowing uranium enrichment and nuclear fuel reproces July 26, 2026

YouTube Limits Revenue from AI-Generated Low-Quality Content YouTube has strengthened its revenue generation policy for content utilizing artificial intelligence (AI). The platform will limit revenue from factory-style and edited content, as well as from AI avatars providing advice in sensitive fields such as healthcare and law. This move aims to curb the spread of low-quality content produced in bulk by generative AI.According to the information and communications technology (ICT) industry on July 26, YouTube has revised the guidelines for its revenue ge July 26, 2026

National Park Service Enhances Safety Measures for Summer Water Activities The government is intensifying patrols and access controls in national parks to prevent water-related accidents during the summer vacation season. The National Park Service, under the Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment, announced on July 26 that it will focus on managing high-risk water areas in national parks across the country until August 31. As of May, the agency assessed safety management at 249 water activity sites nationwide. Since last month, it has been enhancing safety facilit July 26, 2026

Gangbuk Arisu Water Purification Center First in South Korea to Receive Hygiene Safety Certification The Gangbuk Arisu Water Purification Center in Seoul has become the first facility in South Korea to receive the 'Water Purification Hygiene Safety Certification.' This marks the first instance of such certification since the introduction of the system following the larva incident in tap water in 2020.The Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment announced on the 26th that it will hold a plaque ceremony for the country's first water purification hygiene safety certification at the Gangbuk Aris July 26, 2026

Lee Chan-jin Attends Asia-Pacific Financial Supervisors Meeting to Discuss AI and Supply Chain Risks Lee Chan-jin, the head of the Financial Supervisory Service, participated in an international conference attended by financial supervisors and central bank governors from the East Asia and Pacific region, where discussions focused on the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in the financial sector and strategies to address global supply chain risks. He also discussed ways to enhance cooperation in the financial industry with Indonesia's Financial Services Authority (OJK).According to the Fin July 26, 2026

Financial Commission Awards Eight Outstanding Public Officials for Active Administration The Financial Services Commission (FSC) has recognized the reform of the stock price manipulation whistleblower reward system and the introduction of a transaction suspension system for suspected phishing accounts as exemplary cases of active administration for the first half of this year.On July 24, FSC Vice Chairman Kwon Dae-young awarded certificates of commendation to eight public officials (six for excellence and two for encouragement) for their outstanding contributions to active administr July 26, 2026

Government to Open Additional Gates at Yeongsan River Dams to Combat Algal Blooms The government will open additional gates at the Seungchon and Juksan dams to address algal blooms and improve water flow in the Yeongsan River.The Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment announced on July 26 that it will open the gates at the Seungchon and Juksan dams from July 27 to August 23, in line with the algal bloom management period.With the additional gate openings at the two dams located downstream on the Yeongsan River, water flow will be connected from Seungchon Dam to downstrea July 26, 2026