Seoul's Han River to Host '2026 Seoul Light Han River Festival' Next Month Nodeul Island in Seoul will transform into a 'Light Art Island' where the Han River's waves blend with lasers and music. The Seoul Metropolitan Government announced on September 21 that the '2026 Seoul Light Han River Festival' will be held on Nodeul Island from October 2 to 11. Now in its fourth year, the festival is a prominent nighttime media art event that connects art, nature, and urban life through light. It began in 2023 on Seorae Island and has since been held in Yeouido and Ttukseom September 21, 2026

Korean Shooting Team Secures Podium for Second Consecutive Day at Nagoya Asian Games Korean shooting athletes reached the podium for the second consecutive day at the 2026 Nagoya Asian Games. However, the anticipated medals in the men's 10m air rifle individual event did not materialize.On September 21, at the Aichi Prefectural Comprehensive Shooting Range in Japan, Shin Min-ki finished the men's 10m air rifle final with a score of 166.2, placing 6th.Shin qualified for the final in 9th place, as three Chinese competitors secured spots in the top eight. Each country is allowed a September 21, 2026

Sky Labs Hits Upper Limit After Being Named One of TIME's Top 500 Health Tech Companies Sky Labs recorded an upper limit increase after being named one of the 'Top 500 Health Tech Companies of 2026' by TIME magazine.According to the Korea Exchange, as of 1:55 PM on the 21st, Sky Labs shares rose by 5,810 won (29.89%) to trade at 25,250 won.Sky Labs was included in the list of 500 top health tech companies selected jointly by TIME and the global data firm Statista. It is the only South Korean company recognized in the medical device and wearable category.TIME and Statista evaluated September 21, 2026

BOJ Warns of Forex Market Intervention as Yen Weakens Despite Rate Hike Despite the Bank of Japan (BOJ) raising its benchmark interest rate to 1.25% last week, the yen fell to around 158 yen per dollar, prompting the central bank to initiate a 'rate check' in preparation for potential market intervention. This warning comes ahead of Japan's five-day holiday from September 19 to 23, as the BOJ aims to curb the yen's decline amid reduced trading volumes. Following the rate check, the yen-dollar exchange rate dropped by more than 1 yen within an hour.The Yomiuri Shimbu September 21, 2026

U.S.-China Summit and Chuseok Holiday Heighten Tensions in South Korean Stock Market The South Korean stock market is experiencing significant volatility due to a combination of rising bond yields following U.S. interest rate hikes, increasing international oil prices, and a strengthening won. Over the past week, the domestic market showed signs of hesitation amid discussions on regulating the pace of artificial intelligence (AI) by major tech companies and the hawkish stance of the U.S. Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC). This week, the market is expected to face further fluc September 21, 2026

T'way Holdings Shares Drop Over 13% After Being Designated as Management Stock T'way Holdings, designated as a management stock due to failing to meet market capitalization requirements, has seen its shares decline by over 20% on the first day of trading after the designation. Although there was a slight rebound in the afternoon, investor sentiment remains negative, making recovery difficult.According to the Korea Exchange on September 21, T'way Holdings was trading at 915 won, down 148 won (13.92%) from the previous trading day as of 1:42 PM. The stock opened at 958 won a September 21, 2026

Labor Talks Intensify Over Mega Special Zone Law Exemptions Labor representatives, management, and government officials convened to discuss labor exemptions included in the proposed 'Mega Special Zone Law.' They are expected to engage in substantive discussions before the Chuseok holiday.The Ministry of Employment and Labor announced on the 21st that a pre-consultation meeting for a 'one-point social dialogue related to the Mega Special Zone Law' was held on the 18th, involving all stakeholders.Attendees included deputy-level representatives from the Kor September 21, 2026

Korean Women's 3x3 Basketball Team Secures Narrow Victory Over Thailand 한국 여자 3×3 농구대표팀이 2026 아이치·나고야 아시안게임 조별리그 첫 경기에서 태국을 상대로 짜릿한 역전승을 거뒀다.한국은 21일 일본 나고야 긴조후토역 광장 경기장에서 열린 대회 여자 3×3 농구 조별리그 D조 1차전에서 태국을 13-12로 꺾었다.한국의 추격을 이끈 건 송윤하였다. 골밑에서 리바운드를 잇달아 잡아내며 공격 기회를 만들었고 연속 득점까지 보태 7-8까지 격차를 좁혔다. 경기 종료 1분39초를 남기고는 직접 득점해 10-10 동점을 만들었다.승부는 경기 막판 갈렸다. 한국은 종료 46.5초를 남기 September 21, 2026

KOSPI Surpasses 7000 Mark as Samsung Electronics Rises 5% The KOSPI index rose over 1% during trading, surpassing the 7000 mark. Major semiconductor stocks, including Samsung Electronics, showed strong performance as institutional investors made net purchases exceeding 1 trillion won, driving the index higher. As of 1:47 PM on September 21, the KOSPI was up 124.90 points (1.81%) at 7019.10 compared to the previous trading day. In the securities market, institutions led the index's rise with net purchases totaling 1.2918 trillion won. Foreign investo September 21, 2026

Billionaire Investor Druckenmiller to Meet with Doosan Amid AI and Energy Focus Stanley Druckenmiller, chairman of Duquesne Family Office, is set to visit South Korea to meet with executives from Doosan and Doosan Enerbility. The meeting is expected to focus on investment strategies.According to industry sources, Druckenmiller plans to meet with senior management from Doosan and Doosan Enerbility at a location in Seoul on September 22. During his visit, he is also expected to meet with semiconductor companies such as Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, as well as tech firms l September 21, 2026