Kim Byung-man Apologizes for Arriving Late to Press Conference 코미디언 김병만이 TV조선 '생존왕2' 기자간담회에 지각한 것에 대해 사과했다. On May 21, comedian Kim Byung-man issued an apology for arriving late to the press conference for TV Chosun's "Survivor King 2." He posted a lengthy message on his social media, stating, "I am writing this to apologize for my tardiness at the production announcement due to my oversight." He explained, "I traveled from Jeju on May 19 to attend the press conference on May 20. I was preparing for the event and had sch May 21, 2026

High-End Apartment Transactions in Seoul Slow Down The high-end apartment market in Seoul has seen a decline in transaction values compared to a year ago. While transactions in key areas like Gangnam and Yongsan continue in the 10 billion won range, the trend of large transactions in the 20 billion to 30 billion won range has noticeably slowed down. An analysis of real transaction data from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport revealed that the highest apartment transaction this year was for a 231.2798 square meter unit at ' May 21, 2026

Senior Consumers Drive Growth in Seoul's Traditional Markets Seoul's commercial landscape is shifting. While the growth of youth-centric areas like Hongdae and Sinchon has slowed, traditional markets such as Cheongnyangni, Jongno 3-ga, and Suyu are rapidly expanding, driven by a significant consumer base aged 60 and older. Analysts suggest that the era dominated by youth trends is giving way to a resurgence of older consumers and the rediscovery of established markets. An analysis of statistics from the Seoul Metropolitan Government's commerci May 21, 2026

Concerns Grow Over Wage Gap After Samsung's Labor Agreement The small business sector expressed concerns that the recent wage agreement between Samsung Electronics and its labor union will exacerbate the wage and benefits gap between large and small enterprises. In a statement released on May 21, the Korea Federation of Small and Medium Businesses noted, "The conclusion of this negotiation is significant as it alleviates concerns over production disruptions at a major company that has a substantial impact on our economy amid intensifying global semi May 21, 2026

Labor Minister Facilitates Dialogue, Mediator Helps Resolve Samsung Wage Negotiations Samsung Electronics and its labor union reached a dramatic agreement just a day before a planned strike, with the involvement of labor authorities playing a significant role. Minister of Employment and Labor Kim Young-hwan facilitated dialogue between the two sides, while Park Soo-geun, chair of the Central Labor Relations Commission, focused on bridging their differences. Observers noted that the situation could have escalated into a crisis if emergency mediation powers had been activated, May 21, 2026

Im Soo-jung Chooses 'DCLASSY CaHA' to Target Collagen Booster Market DNC Aesthetics is making strides in the collagen booster market with its premium medical aesthetics brand, 'DCLASSY.' As demand for natural skin improvement and long-term skin health grows, the company is accelerating its market expansion with 'DCLASSY CaHA,' which emphasizes safe ingredients and natural volume formation. According to industry sources, DCLASSY CaHA is a collagen booster based on calcium hydroxyapatite (CaHA). CaHA is known for its high biocompatibility and is a mineral c May 21, 2026

Jang Dong-hyuk Meets Jeong Cheong-rae in Gongju, Urges Clean Candidates Jang Dong-hyuk, the leader of the People Power Party, visited Gongju in South Chungcheong Province on May 21, following a stop in Daejeon, where he criticized President Lee Jae-myung and called for accountability from the Democratic Party. At the same time, Jeong Cheong-rae, the leader of the Democratic Party, was also campaigning in Gongju, heightening the political atmosphere. As the head of the party's election campaign committee, Jang urged support for Yoon Yong-geun, the candidate fo May 21, 2026

Trump and Netanyahu Clash Over Iran Peace Proposal President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have expressed differing views on a proposed peace plan regarding Iran. As the U.S. and Middle Eastern mediators seek a diplomatic resolution, Netanyahu is reportedly advocating for the resumption of military operations against Iran. On May 20, Axios reported that Trump and Netanyahu engaged in a lengthy phone call the previous day regarding the Iran peace agreement. Sources indicated that the conversation was tense, with May 21, 2026

IBK Industrial Bank Donates 1 Billion Won to Support Multicultural Families IBK Industrial Bank announced on May 21 that it has donated 1 billion won to the Green Umbrella Child Fund for the 'Dida Project.'The Dida Project is a program aimed at supporting children from multicultural families of employees in small and medium-sized enterprises. Since 2024, the bank has contributed a total of 3.2 billion won to provide educational expenses and career development programs for these children, helping them continue their education and prepare for their futures.An IBK official May 21, 2026

Nvidia Confirms Strong Demand for AI Semiconductors Amid Market Concerns Nvidia has demonstrated robust demand for artificial intelligence (AI) semiconductors, reporting results that exceeded market expectations. However, regulatory challenges in China and the development of in-house chips by major tech companies pose potential risks for the future. According to reports from Reuters and the Associated Press on May 20, Nvidia's revenue for the first quarter of fiscal year 2027 (February to April 2026) reached $81.62 billion (approximately 122.2 trillion won), ma May 21, 2026