Ban Hyo-jin Wins Bronze in Women's 10m Air Rifle at 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games Ban Hyo-jin secured a meaningful bronze medal in the women's 10m air rifle individual event at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games.On September 20, at the Toyota Shooting Range in Aichi Prefecture, Japan, Ban scored 230.4 points in the final to clinch the bronze.Born on September 20, 2007, Ban celebrated her 19th birthday on the day of the competition. Before the final, she expressed confidence, stating, "I will try to do as I did in the finals and celebrate my birthday with a medal."However, her September 20, 2026

Han Dong-hoon Accuses Democratic Party of Complicity in Kim Seung-won's Controversy Independent lawmaker Han Dong-hoon on September 20 called for the resignation of Democratic Party leader Kim Min-seok, stating that the party is complicit in the controversy surrounding former Justice Minister nominee Kim Seung-won. Han accused the Democratic Party of attempting to proceed with Kim's appointment despite being aware of the allegations against him.Speaking to reporters at the National Assembly, Han criticized the Democratic Party for its lack of response to the controversy, partic September 20, 2026

Kia Surpasses 100,000 Annual Electric Vehicle Sales in South Korea Kia has become the first automotive brand in South Korea to exceed 100,000 annual electric vehicle sales in the domestic market.As of September 17, Kia reported that its cumulative electric vehicle sales in South Korea for the year reached 100,118 units. This marks an increase of approximately 120% compared to the same period last year, which saw sales of 45,518 units.Kia is the first company to achieve over 100,000 electric vehicle sales in a year in the domestic market. From January to August September 20, 2026

Yoo Si-min Critiques President Lee on Controversy Over Derogatory Terms Yoo Si-min criticized President Lee Jae-myung on September 20 for not adequately addressing the controversy surrounding the use of derogatory terms within the progressive camp. Yoo stated that the president seems to be diagnosing the issue incorrectly.In a recent episode of 'The Beautiful' on YouTube, Yoo likened the use of derogatory terms to a pebble in a shoe, saying, "A small pebble can be very uncomfortable when it gets underfoot. The president seems to think it’s just uncomfortable without September 20, 2026

Government Takes Action to Control Food Prices Ahead of Chuseok On September 18, the Gyeongdong Market in Dongdaemun, Seoul, was bustling with customers pushing portable shopping carts to prepare for the Chuseok holiday. This area includes Gyeongdong Market, Cheongnyangni General Market, Cheongnyangni Fruit Market, Cheongnyangni Traditional Market, and Seoul Herbal Medicine Market, forming a large commercial district. The market was lively, with vendors calling out prices and customers haggling at the meat and fruit stalls.A 27-year-old customer from Nowon, September 20, 2026

Free Video Calls Offered During Chuseok Holiday as Government Supports Telecom Sector During the Chuseok holiday, free video calls will be available to all telecom users, including those with budget mobile plans. To support small businesses working with major telecom and platform companies, early payments for supplier fees and distribution network commissions will be made.On September 20, the Ministry of Science and ICT announced a digital support initiative in collaboration with the three major telecom companies and platform firms. To address the surge in cyber threats during th September 20, 2026

Hyundai Targets Global Robo-Taxi Market with Dual Strategy Hyundai Motor Company is set to make a significant push into the global robo-taxi market. In the United States, where autonomous taxis are becoming commercialized, the company will begin producing customized vehicles for autonomous driving firms through its 'foundry' business starting in the fourth quarter of this year. Meanwhile, in South Korea, where the market is still developing, Hyundai will accelerate its in-house autonomous driving technology through a dual-track strategy.Jose Munoz, CEO September 20, 2026

Shinhan Financial Expands Collaboration with Vietnam's Leading Vingroup to Capital Markets Shinhan Financial Group is expanding its collaboration with Vietnam's largest private enterprise, Vingroup, from automotive finance to capital markets.On September 17, Shinhan Financial announced that it met with Vingroup executives at its headquarters in Ho Chi Minh City to discuss ways to broaden their cooperation into capital markets and other areas.Shinhan Financial has been increasing its automotive finance transactions, particularly with Vingroup's electric vehicle manufacturer, VinFast. S September 20, 2026

President Lee Faces Backlash Over Appointments and Social Media Controversy 이재명 대통령이 국정 쇄신을 선언한 기자회견 직후 후속 인사와 SNS를 둘러싼 후폭풍에 직면했다. 김승원 법무부 장관 후보자가 자진 사퇴한 데 이어 대통령이 인용한 지지자의 글도 논란 끝에 삭제됐다. 김용범 전 정책실장의 후임 인선과 김지용 초대 중대범죄수사청장 후보자 검증까지 지연되면서 쇄신 선언을 실제 변화로 증명해야 할 부담이 더 커질 전망이다. 20일 정치권에 따르면 다음 주에 김지용 후보자에 대한 임명 재가 등이 예정돼 있다. 청와대가 김지용 후보자에 대한 추가 검증을 진행 중인 가운데 기자회견에서 밝 September 20, 2026

Noh So-young Faces Third Prosecutorial Inquiry Over Former President Roh Tae-woo's Slush Fund Allegations Noh So-young, director of the Art Center Nabi and daughter of former President Roh Tae-woo, is undergoing her third investigation by prosecutors regarding allegations of slush funds linked to her father.According to legal sources on September 20, the Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office's Asset Recovery Division has summoned Noh for questioning and is coordinating her appearance schedule. Prosecutors plan to investigate the circumstances surrounding the creation of slush funds mentioned in September 20, 2026