Korean Deaf Artist Group 'HandSpeak' Holds First Sign Language Performance in China Korean deaf artist group HandSpeak held its first sign language performance in Beijing, China. According to the Korean Cultural Center in China, HandSpeak presented its inaugural performance in China on July 23 at the center, combining music, dance, sign language, and expressive acting. The performance began with 'Dokdori' and included popular songs such as 'Fighting,' 'Love and Remember,' 'Jeon Woochi,' and 'Like JENNIE,' concluding with 'This is Me,' a song celebrating dignity and pride bey July 26, 2026

Zelensky Claims Russia Preparing to Deploy 30,000 North Korean Troops Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has claimed that Russia is preparing to deploy an additional 30,000 North Korean troops to the ongoing war in Ukraine.In a video address posted on X (formerly Twitter) on July 25, Zelensky stated, "Russia is trying to bring in 30,000 North Korean troops," adding that preparations for their accommodation have been underway in the Voronezh region of Russia since June.Voronezh is located in southwestern Russia, bordering Ukraine. However, Zelensky did not spec July 26, 2026

KakaoMap Launches Stray Kids Concert Map, Expands Cultural Event Services KakaoMap has partnered with JYP Entertainment to provide concert venue information on its platform. Users can now search for key locations at the concert, such as ticket and merchandise booths, expanding KakaoMap's exploration experience into cultural events.On July 26, Kakao announced that it will offer information about the 'Stray Kids World Tour' concert taking place at the KSPO DOME in Seoul. Attendees can access the locations of major facilities and concert-related information all in one pl July 26, 2026

LG InstaView Refrigerator Surpasses 5 Million Units Sold in 10 Years LG Electronics' premium refrigerator, the LG InstaView, has surpassed global sales of 5 million units, achieving this milestone ten years after its initial launch. According to LG Electronics, as of last month, approximately 5.3 million InstaView refrigerators have been sold since their debut in 2016, averaging about one unit sold every minute over the past decade. Regionally, North America accounts for about 30% of total sales, making it the largest market. This trend reflects a preference July 26, 2026

Im Kwang-hyun Calls for Reform of Long-Term Home Ownership Tax Benefits Im Kwang-hyun, head of the National Tax Service, has raised concerns about the concentration of long-term home ownership tax benefits in Seoul and high-value homes, calling for a reform of the system. He argued that while protections for middle-class homeowners should be maintained, the current structure, which allows unlimited deductions for high-value homes with significant capital gains, needs to be normalized.On July 26, Im posted on his social media platform X (formerly Twitter) under the t July 26, 2026

Shaky South Korean Soccer Aims for Asian Games Four-Peat In the wake of the 2026 FIFA World Cup disaster, South Korean soccer is in turmoil as Lee Min-sung leads the U-23 national team in a bid to reclaim honor with a fourth consecutive Asian Games title.South Korean soccer is currently reeling from the fallout of the World Cup, where the team finished in a historic low of 34th place. Following this disappointing performance, head coach Hong Myung-bo resigned on June 29, taking responsibility for the team's poor results. The World Cup failure also cau July 26, 2026

Samsung Revamps AI Subscription Club with Up to 50% Device Buyback Guarantee Samsung Electronics is launching a revamped 'New Galaxy AI Subscription Club' ahead of the pre-sale of its latest 'Galaxy Z Fold/Flip 8' series, significantly enhancing purchase and usage benefits.According to Samsung Electronics, the New Galaxy AI Subscription Club guarantees up to 50% of the device's residual value upon return after the subscription period ends, along with various benefits such as discounts on 'Samsung Care Plus' and accessory packages.Notably, the subscription club has expand July 26, 2026

So Ji-sub's 'Chief Kim' Ends with 23.0% Ratings, Sets 2026 Record SBS's Friday-Saturday drama 'Chief Kim' concluded with its highest-ever ratings. According to Nielsen Korea, the final episode aired the previous day, achieving a nationwide rating of 23.0% and 23.4% in the capital region. The peak rating soared to 27.1%, setting a new record for the series. The drama also recorded an average rating of 7.4% among viewers aged 2049, with a high of 8.42%. 'Chief Kim' maintained the top spot in its time slot across all channels for ten consecutive episodes and set July 26, 2026

Tax Expenditure Reform Underway: Transition from Marriage Tax Credit to Subsidies The South Korean government is expected to replace tax benefits previously granted to newlyweds with direct subsidies to encourage marriage. The housing savings plan, which has been periodically reviewed for potential elimination, is likely to be made a permanent program to ensure housing stability for low-income households. The family business inheritance tax exemption will undergo a comprehensive redesign for the first time in 30 years to prevent circumvention of regulations.According to gover July 26, 2026

KB Kookmin Bank Utilizes JP Morgan's Blockchain Network to Accelerate Export and Import Payments KB Kookmin Bank is set to launch an overseas payment service for export and import companies utilizing a blockchain payment network. This initiative aims to reduce payment times for businesses dealing with countries across significant time zones, such as the United States and the Middle East, and to enhance the speed of trade payment recovery.On July 26, KB Kookmin Bank announced that it will introduce a payment service for export and import companies linked to JP Morgan's blockchain division, K July 26, 2026