SSG Landers Set Unwanted Record with 12-Game Losing Streak The SSG Landers, mired in a prolonged slump, have set an unwanted franchise record with a 12-game losing streak in the KBO League. On May 31, SSG lost 6-2 to the Hanwha Eagles at Daejeon Hanwha Life Eagles Park. This defeat marks SSG's 12th consecutive loss since May 17, surpassing the previous franchise record of 11 losses set twice during the team's time as the SK Wyverns (from June 22 to July 5, 2000, and from August 28 to September 9, 2020). Additionally, this streak exceeds the previou May 31, 2026

Diplomats Enchanted by the Blend of History and Modernity at Seoul Walking Event On May 31, diplomats from various countries participated in the '2026 Seoul Foreign Palace Walking Event,' organized by Aju Economy News. The event began at Gwanghwamun Square in the heart of Seoul and featured a route that included Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changgyeonggung Palace, and Jogyesa Temple, captivating participants with the unique scenery created by the blend of past and present. Jacques Plis, Luxembourg's ambassador to South Korea, expressed his admiration for the sight of the hi May 31, 2026

President Lee Vows to Intensify Investigation into False Comments Related to Social Disasters President Lee Jae-myung stated on May 31 that authorities will conduct a more thorough investigation and impose strict penalties regarding false comments related to social disasters.On this day, President Lee shared an article on his X (formerly Twitter) account titled, "50s Man Arrested for Second Harm through False Comments on Social Disasters," highlighting the arrest of a man in his 50s who allegedly posted over 3,000 defamatory and insulting comments related to disasters over four years sin May 31, 2026

World News Media Congress Returns to France After 30 Years, AI Takes Center Stage Marseille—The 77th World News Media Congress (WNMC26), organized by the World Association of News Publishers (WAN-IFRA), will kick off on June 1 in Marseille, France, marking the event's return to the country after nearly 30 years since it was last held in Paris in 1995. This year’s congress is particularly notable as artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a central theme in the news industry. Over the course of three days, more than 1,000 publishers, editors, and CEOs from over 60 May 31, 2026

One Year of Lee Jae-myung's Government: Focus on Curbing Speculative Demand As of June 4, the Lee Jae-myung administration marks its first year with a focus on establishing a market order centered on actual residents and curbing speculative demand. The government has implemented a series of financial, tax, and administrative regulations aimed at putting pressure on multiple homeowners and gap investors since its inception. The stringent regulations have sent warning signals to the overheated high-end housing market, effectively dampening speculative buying. Howev May 31, 2026

South Korea's Export Growth Surges Amid Successful US Tariff Negotiations The administration of President Lee Jae-myung has experienced significant ups and downs over the past year, particularly in trade relations with the United States, where it faced the tariff policies of President Donald Trump. However, the government has successfully concluded tariff negotiations and is witnessing record-breaking export figures. Leading the charge, semiconductor exports reached an unprecedented $700 billion last year, with the $900 billion mark now within reach. Nonetheless May 31, 2026

South Korea's Economic Recovery: Semiconductor Boom and Market Gains Amid Challenges When President Lee Jae-myung's administration took office last year, the outlook for South Korea's economy was bleak, marred by domestic stagnation, a sluggish construction sector, and concerns over a trade war initiated by the United States. However, one year later, the South Korean economy is showing signs of a quicker-than-expected recovery. The semiconductor supercycle and increased investment in artificial intelligence (AI) have propelled exports and the stock market, leading to upwar May 31, 2026

Israeli Forces Intensify Offensive Against Hezbollah, Capture Beaufort in Southern Lebanon Israeli forces have intensified their offensive against the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah, announcing the capture of the strategic location of Beaufort in southern Lebanon. According to reports from the Jerusalem Post and others on May 31, Israeli ground troops crossed the Litani River and entered the Beaufort ridge and the Wadi al-Saluki area, securing the region. The Israeli military stated that the operation began a few days prior, aiming to eliminate the threat posed by Hezbolla May 31, 2026

Surge in ETF Market: 100 Funds Exceed 1 Trillion Won in Assets The domestic exchange-traded fund (ETF) market continues its rapid growth, with the number of funds exceeding 1 trillion won in total assets under management (AUM) surpassing 100 for the first time. This surge is attributed to a booming stock market and significant inflows of capital from both individual and institutional investors. According to fund evaluation firm FnGuide, as of May 28, there are 102 domestic ETFs with AUM exceeding 1 trillion won, up from 66 at the end of last year, marking May 31, 2026

Yoon Suk Yeol Faces Eight Trials Simultaneously; Life Sentence for Rebellion, Acquitted of Perjury Yoon Suk Yeol, who is currently serving a life sentence for leading a rebellion following the declaration of martial law on December 3, was recently acquitted of perjury charges in a separate trial. He is facing a total of eight trials, with a verdict expected next month in a case involving the receipt of polling data without charge. According to legal sources on May 31, the Seoul Central District Court's Criminal Division 32, presided over by Judge Ryu Kyung-jin, acquitted Yoon of perju May 31, 2026