Gunfire Erupts Near White House, Journalists Evacuated On May 23, gunfire was reported near the White House, prompting an emergency evacuation of journalists. According to Yonhap News and CNN, shots were heard around 6 p.m. local time in the vicinity of 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, and authorities are currently investigating the incident. CNN reported that journalists, who were on the north lawn of the White House at the time, quickly took shelter inside the briefing room. One reporter noted that the gunfire seemed to originate n May 24, 2026

Starbucks Faces Backlash Over 'Tank Day'; Government Considers Revoking Award The South Korean government is reviewing whether to revoke an award previously given to Starbucks Korea. According to Yonhap News on May 24, the Ministry of SMEs and Startups recently discussed this matter. The review follows the company's use of the phrases 'Tank Day' and 'Tap on the Desk' during a tumbler promotion on the anniversary of the May 18 Democratic Movement.Last November, Starbucks received a Prime Minister's Award in the category of cooperative growth for its contributions, which in May 24, 2026

Gunfire Erupts Near White House, Journalists Evacuated On May 23, gunfire was reported near the White House, prompting an emergency evacuation of journalists on site. According to Yonhap and CNN, a Secret Service official stated that reports of gunfire were received from the area of 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, and an investigation is underway. CNN reported that journalists heard gunfire while they were on the North Lawn of the White House and were quickly directed to take shelter inside the briefing room. One reporter noted tha May 24, 2026

Weather Today: Mostly Clear Nationwide with Highs Reaching 28 Degrees On Sunday, the 24th, the weather across the country is expected to start cloudy but gradually clear up by the morning. The Korea Meteorological Administration reported that the rain that fell nationwide the previous day will taper off by the morning of the 24th. However, it noted that Jeju Island will continue to experience cloudy conditions. Overall, the weather is predicted to be favorable for outdoor activities. Morning low temperatures are expected to range from 11 to 16 degrees Celsius, whi May 24, 2026

Voter Registration Reaches 44.6 Million Amid Concerns Over Aging Population and Regional Decline The Ministry of the Interior and Safety has announced that the total number of registered voters for the June 3 local elections is 44,649,908. This figure represents an increase of over 340,000 from the 2022 local elections and is also higher than the number of voters in last year's presidential election. While these numbers may seem like mere statistics, they encapsulate the direction in which South Korea is heading. The concentration in the metropolitan area, deepening aging, the crisis of re May 24, 2026

Kim Yong-beom's Leadership at Meritz Financial: From Profit Design to Capital Reallocation Kim Yong-beom, vice chairman of Meritz Financial Group, bases his leadership on the question of how to generate profit. He views finance not merely as a sector but as a system for capital allocation. By reducing unnecessary expansion, focusing on high-profit areas, and making quick decisions, he has driven significant performance improvements.This strategy has substantially boosted Meritz Financial's performance and market capitalization, establishing a strong presence in the market. Notably, th May 24, 2026

Korean Lawmaker Kim Gun Advocates for Neutrality Amid Middle East Crisis The international order is undergoing a significant transformation. The strategic competition between the United States and China has expanded into a technological hegemony war, while the Ukraine war and conflicts in the Middle East are simultaneously shaking global supply chains and security structures. The security environment surrounding the Korean Peninsula is also challenging, with North Korea's nuclear and missile threats becoming a daily reality. Balancing diplomacy amid the U.S.-China co May 24, 2026

Trump Hints at Finalization of Iran Peace Agreement Soon President Donald Trump has indicated that the final terms and details of a peace agreement with Iran are currently under discussion, suggesting an announcement could come soon. On May 23, Trump stated on social media that an agreement involving the United States, Iran, and several other countries has largely been negotiated, with only final confirmations remaining. He added that, among other elements, the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened. While he did not specify a timeline for th May 24, 2026

USCIS Advises Green Card Applicants to Apply from Outside the US On Friday, May 22, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released a six-page memo that has caused significant upheaval in the immigrant community. Immigration law offices have been inundated with calls. While some argue that the memo merely reaffirms existing principles, the prevailing view is that it signals a tightening of the application process, particularly affecting marriage-based and student visa green card applicants. According to CBS News, USCIS stated that most f May 24, 2026

Seoul Mayoral Candidates Clash Over Safety and Development Issues Ahead of Elections Jung Won-o Highlights Safety Concerns Over Samsung Station Construction As the June 3 local elections approach in 11 days, negative campaigning between Jung Won-o, the Democratic Party's candidate for Seoul mayor, and Oh Se-hoon, the People Power Party's candidate, is intensifying. On May 23, during his first weekend of official campaigning, Jung repeatedly raised concerns about the missing rebar issue at Samsung Station, emphasizing it as a sign of Oh's neglige May 24, 2026