President Lee Strengthens Communication with Youth on Youth Day President Lee Jae-myung will engage with youth on Youth Day on September 19.According to Yonhap News and other sources, President Lee will attend the Youth Day commemoration ceremony titled 'From Youth' at the Blue House's State Guesthouse at 2 p.m. on this day.The event will host 150 attendees, including participants recruited through the official website, youth organizations, government youth advisors, members of the Youth Policy Coordination Committee, and individuals recognized for their con September 19, 2026

President Lee Attends First Youth Day Ceremony, Engages with 150 Young People 이재명 대통령이 취임 이후 처음으로 ‘청년의 날’ 기념식에 참석해 청년들이 겪는 일자리와 주거 문제 등을 직접 듣는다. 이 대통령은 19일 오후 2시 청와대 영빈관에서 열리는 2026년 청년의 날 기념식 ‘청년으로부터’에 참석한다. 이번 기념식에는 공식 홈페이지를 통해 모집한 청년들을 비롯해 청년단체 관계자와 정부 청년보좌역, 청년정책조정위원회 위원, 청년정책 유공자 등 150여명이 참석한다. 정부에서는 국무총리와 청와대 비서실장, 청년미래비서관 등이 함께한다. 행사는 1부 ‘청년에게&rsquo September 19, 2026

Hana Bank Launches 'Public Pension Lounge' to Target Seniors Hana Bank announced on September 19 that it is launching a new membership service called the 'Public Pension Lounge' for public pension customers.The Public Pension Lounge offers a range of financial products, benefits, and information needed from the preparation stage of pension receipt to actual pension collection and asset management, all in one place. The service features an intuitive interface designed to enhance accessibility for senior customers by simplifying complex pension information. September 19, 2026

KakaoPay Launches Card Comparison Service Without Login KakaoPay has expanded its personalized card comparison service, previously available only through its app, to a web platform. On September 19, KakaoPay officially launched the web-based card comparison service, 'Card Research Institute.' Users can compare card products, benefits, and related promotions without needing to log in, accessible on both mobile and PC. The service allows users to find cards that match their spending habits and financial needs, as well as view a list of cards that can b September 19, 2026

Education Ministry Faces Backlash Over College Application System Failure Following the failure of the college application system on September 11 for the 2027 academic year, students and parents have expressed confusion and anger over the Education Ministry's response. The incident left students' futures hanging in the balance as they faced a malfunctioning monitor just 10 minutes before the application deadline.The Education Ministry and the Korean Council for University Education (KCUE) extended the application deadline by one hour as a temporary measure. However, m September 19, 2026

Jangheung Launches Literary Guides to Share Local Literary Heritage Jangheung County in South Jeolla Province is introducing a system of literary guides to professionally present its literary heritage to visitors. On September 18, Jangheung held a ceremony to appoint five residents as literary guides after they underwent professional training and evaluation, the county announced on September 19. The newly appointed literary guides were selected following a systematic training program from a specialized institution and a final assessment. Notably, these guides ar September 19, 2026

Jindo's Unrim Forest Healing Concert Celebrates Autumn Amid Cedar Trees and Red Flowers The Unrim Forest Bathing Area in Jindo has been transformed by autumn music, with vibrant red flowers and lush cedar trees creating a picturesque setting.On September 18, Jindo County hosted a 'Forest Healing Concert' at the Unrim Forest Bathing Area in Uisin-myeon, inviting residents and tourists to enjoy music in nature.The concert aimed to provide visitors with a relaxing experience that combines the beauty of the forest with musical performances, enhancing the autumn atmosphere.Against the b September 19, 2026

Weather: Mostly Clear Nationwide with Highs Reaching 30 Degrees in Gwangju and Jeonju On Saturday, the 19th, the weather will be mostly clear across the country. In the western regions, including Gwangju and Jeonju, daytime highs are expected to reach 30 degrees.According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, morning lows will range from 15 to 22 degrees, while daytime highs will fluctuate between 24 and 30 degrees. Most areas, except for the eastern coast, will experience significant temperature differences between day and night.Some areas along the eastern coast and Jeju September 19, 2026

Jangheung County Releases 150,000 Carp and Crucian Carp into Local Waters Jangheung County in South Jeolla Province has released 150,000 carp and crucian carp fry into local rivers and reservoirs, including the Tanjin River, as part of efforts to restore freshwater fish resources. On September 18, Jangheung County held a release event in the Tanjin River area, announcing that fry were released into 18 local rivers and reservoirs to enhance the freshwater ecosystem and fish resources. The fry released were produced by the Jangheung County Tanjin River Fisheries Researc September 19, 2026

2026 Jindo International Intangible Cultural Heritage Festival Kicks Off The 2026 Jindo International Intangible Cultural Heritage Festival has officially begun in Jindo, South Jeolla Province, showcasing both domestic and international intangible heritage. The festival opened on September 18 at the Jindo Local Cultural Center and will run for three days until September 20. This year's theme, "The Thread of Life, Twelve Knots," reflects on the significance of Jindo's intangible heritage intertwined with human experiences such as birth, growth, meeting, and parting. September 19, 2026