U.S. Military Strikes Additional Iranian Military Facilities Near Hormuz Strait The U.S. military has reportedly struck additional Iranian military facilities deemed a threat to U.S. and commercial maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. This follows local reports of explosions near the southern Iranian port city of Bandar Abbas, indicating heightened tensions in the region. Reuters, citing U.S. officials, reported on May 27 that the military targeted Iranian facilities identified as posing a threat in the Strait of Hormuz. An anonymous source stated that U.S. force May 28, 2026

Gmarket to End Homeplus Same-Day Delivery Service Gmarket, an e-commerce platform under the Shinsegae Group, will discontinue its same-day delivery service for Homeplus. This decision comes as Homeplus undergoes corporate restructuring amid ongoing financial difficulties and the suspension of operations at some of its stores. According to the retail industry on May 27, Gmarket plans to end the Homeplus same-day delivery service on June 30. Gmarket launched the 'Homeplus Same-Day Delivery Specialty Section' in July 2015, allowing customers to re May 28, 2026

Gmarket to End Homeplus Same-Day Delivery Service Gmarket, an e-commerce platform under the Shinsegae Group, will discontinue its same-day delivery service for Homeplus. This decision comes as Homeplus undergoes corporate restructuring amid ongoing store closures and financial difficulties, leading to the end of the Homeplus dedicated section that has operated for nearly a decade.According to the retail industry on the 27th, Gmarket plans to terminate the Homeplus same-day delivery service effective June 30. Gmarket launched the 'Homeplus Same- May 28, 2026

Gmarket to End Homeplus Same-Day Delivery Service Gmarket, an e-commerce platform under the Shinsegae Group, will discontinue its same-day delivery service for Homeplus. This decision comes as Homeplus undergoes corporate rehabilitation amid ongoing store closures and financial difficulties, leading to the termination of the Homeplus dedicated section that has been in operation for nearly a decade.According to the retail industry on the 27th, Gmarket plans to end the Homeplus same-day delivery service on June 30. Gmarket launched the 'Homeplus May 28, 2026

Minister Kim Jung-kwan: Export Potential Exceeds $900 Billion, Achieving 'Top 5' Exporter Status Possible Kim Jung-kwan, the Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy, expressed cautious optimism regarding this year's export outlook, stating, "There is a possibility that we could exceed $900 billion." During a press briefing on May 27 in Sejong, he noted that while semiconductor exports have surged by over 130%, overall exports have still increased by about 15% even when excluding this sector. He believes this positions South Korea favorably to achieve its goal of becoming one of the world's top May 28, 2026

Minister Kim Jung-kwan: Export Potential Exceeds $900 Billion Kim Jung-kwan, the Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy, stated that there is a cautious possibility of exceeding $900 billion in exports this year. He maintained a careful stance regarding the submarine bidding competition with Germany for Canada. During a press briefing on May 27 in Sejong, Kim noted, "Exports of semiconductors have increased by over 130%, and even excluding them, there has been about a 15% rise. I believe there is a possibility of entering the top five in exports." E May 28, 2026

LG Display Begins Mass Production of 240Hz RGB Stripe OLED Panels LG Display has officially begun mass production of organic light-emitting diode (OLED) panels optimized for both gaming and office use, aiming to lead the trend of OLED adoption in the monitor market.On May 28, LG Display announced it has successfully commercialized the world's first 240Hz RGB stripe OLED panel.The RGB stripe OLED features a structure where red, green, and blue (RGB) subpixels are arranged in a line, allowing for clearer representation of small text and numbers compared to previ May 28, 2026

LG Electronics Launches Ultra-Low Power 'LG e-Paper' Display to Expand Commercial Market LG Electronics is accelerating its entry into the commercial display market with the introduction of its energy-efficient 'LG e-Paper Display.' The company announced on May 28 that it will begin launching the LG e-Paper Display in South Korea next month, followed by a rollout in European and other international markets. This product mimics the texture of paper posters while allowing for prolonged image retention. It boasts enhanced energy efficiency and installation convenience compare May 28, 2026

Labor Ministry Opens New Employment Office in Ulsan's Eastern Region 노동 당국이 조선과 자동차 공장이 밀집한 울산 동부권에 신규 고용노동지청을 개청했다. The Ministry of Employment and Labor opened a new employment office in Ulsan's eastern region, which is home to a concentration of shipbuilding and automotive factories. The opening ceremony took place on May 28 at the Ulsan Eastern Office conference room, attended by Minister Kim Young-hoon, lawmakers Kim Tae-sun and Yoon Jong-o, the Ulsan city deputy mayor, and representatives from labor and management or May 28, 2026

Korean Air to Build Family Shelter for Critically Ill Children Next to Inha University Hospital Korean Air is taking the lead in improving the treatment environment for critically ill children. On May 27, Korean Air announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Korean Ronald McDonald House (RMHC Korea) and Inha University Hospital to establish and operate a Ronald McDonald House. The RMHC will be built next to Inha University Hospital, providing a place for critically ill children undergoing treatment to stay with their guardians and families. This free facility May 28, 2026