Court Recognizes Workplace Dispute as Cause of Employee's Death from Brain Hemorrhage A South Korean court has recognized the death of a factory manager from a brain hemorrhage, which occurred shortly after a heated argument with a colleague, as a work-related injury. The ruling emphasized that even with pre-existing conditions, significant stress experienced during work can establish a causal link to such medical events. On May 31, legal sources reported that the Seoul Administrative Court's 13th Division, led by Judge Jin Hyun-seob, ruled in favor of the family of the d May 31, 2026

Son Heung-min Scores Twice as South Korea Leads Trinidad and Tobago 2-0 The South Korean national football team finished the first half leading 2-0 against Trinidad and Tobago, thanks to a brace from captain Son Heung-min. Under the guidance of coach Hong Myung-bo, South Korea concluded the first half at South Field, Brigham Young University in Salt Lake City, Utah, on May 31. In the first match of their final warm-up ahead of the North and Central America World Cup qualifiers, Coach Hong employed a three-back formation. Son played as the lone striker, suppo May 31, 2026

Democratic Party Criticizes People Power Party's Election Concerns The Democratic Party stated on May 31 that the People Power Party's critical stance toward the election is "distressing." This comment came after the People Power Party raised allegations of government interference and election manipulation regarding President Lee Jae-myung's inspection of the ballot stamp during early voting. Kang Jun-hyun, the party's chief spokesperson, held a press conference at the National Assembly, asserting, "Despite the Election Commission confirming that there a May 31, 2026

Samsung Bioepis Launches Ophthalmology Biosimilar 'Ofuviz' in Europe Samsung Bioepis is accelerating its entry into the European market with the launch of its ophthalmology treatment 'Ofuviz' (active ingredient: Aflibercept). This move marks a strategic expansion beyond its existing biosimilar business focused on autoimmune and rare diseases into the ophthalmology sector.On May 31, Samsung Bioepis announced the launch of the low-concentration formulation (40mg/mL) of 'Ofuviz' in Europe. Ofuviz is a biosimilar to Regeneron's blockbuster ophthalmology drug 'Eylea,' May 31, 2026

Oh Se-hoon: Negative Campaigning Accusations Misplaced Oh Se-hoon, the People Power Party candidate for Seoul mayor, criticized his opponent Jung Won-o of the Democratic Party on May 28, stating, "It is wrong to classify unfavorable remarks as negative campaigning." This comment was directed at Jung's claim that he refused to participate in a debate due to negative attacks from Oh's camp. During a press conference held at his campaign office in Gwancheol-dong, Oh expressed concern over Jung's approach to the election, saying, "Jung's mindset May 31, 2026

Jung Won-o Urges Against Political Conflict Over Seosomun Incident Jung Won-o, the Democratic Party's candidate for Seoul mayor, firmly stated on the 28th that the political conflict surrounding the Seosomun incident should not be politicized. He called on his rival, Oh Se-hoon of the People Power Party, to stop the negative campaigning. Jung resumed his campaign activities, which had been paused for two days due to the aftermath of the Seosomun overpass collapse, during a press conference held at his election office in Sogong-dong, Seoul. Focusing on May 31, 2026

Seoul Mayoral Candidates Jeong Won-o and Oh Se-hoon Face Off in Final Debate Jeong Won-o of the Democratic Party and Oh Se-hoon of the People Power Party will hold their first and final face-to-face debate on May 28, just seven hours before early voting begins. The candidates are expected to engage in heated discussions over issues such as safety and real estate in Seoul. According to the Seoul Election Broadcasting Debate Commission, the legal debate will take place at 11 p.m. at SBS in Sangam-dong, Seoul. The debate will feature four candidates, including Jeong May 31, 2026

NH Nonghyup Financial Group Strengthens Retirement Pension Focus with 107% Cumulative Return NH Nonghyup Financial Group is transitioning to a retirement pension financial group focused on returns. According to Nonghyup Financial on May 31, Nonghyup Bank's principal and interest non-guaranteed products have achieved the highest comprehensive weighted average return among the five major commercial banks for four consecutive quarters. Another product, the NH All Wonderful Happy Together savings account, which is tailored for pension recipients, is seeing increased demand due to enhanced b May 31, 2026

U.S. Defense Secretary Says Iran Has Sufficient Capacity to Resume War Pete Hegseth, U.S. Secretary of Defense, emphasized the need to counter China and increase defense spending among allies during the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. He warned that the U.S. could resume military intervention if negotiations with Iran fail, while maintaining maritime blockades. On May 30, local time, Hegseth held a press conference at the U.S. embassy in Singapore after the Shangri-La Dialogue, stating, "We have the capability to resume military action if necessary, and our May 31, 2026

Oh Se-hoon Calls for Housing Regulation Relief from President Oh Se-hoon, the People Power Party's candidate for Seoul mayor, stated on May 31 that he plans to present three urgent housing policy improvements and two proposals for restoring the economy and democracy to the president during the first cabinet meeting after his election. Speaking at a press conference titled 'Five Major Commands from Seoul Citizens' at his campaign office in Jongno-gu, Oh emphasized that if elected, he would immediately fulfill the serious mandate from the citizens. May 31, 2026