Cosmax Targets Summer Makeup Market with Innovative Jelly Formulations Cosmetics manufacturer Cosmax is targeting the summer makeup market with innovative jelly formulations that enhance hydration and cooling effects while minimizing transfer in lip products. On July 30, Cosmax announced that it has applied jelly formulations to lip balms, blushers, hydrogel patches, mists, and cleansers, in line with the growing 'jelly core' trend in the fashion and beauty industry. The company plans to expand this technology to include sun care products, such as sun sticks. Jelly July 30, 2026

Financial Investment Industry Pushes for Rebalancing to Reduce Volatility The financial investment industry is promoting the distribution of rebalancing trades. The focus is on spreading out rebalancing transactions, which have traditionally concentrated around market close, to both during trading hours and after the market closes. This strategy aims to minimize the impact of rebalancing volumes on underlying assets.To ensure market stability and protect investors, the industry has developed a self-regulatory response plan. Additionally, there is a commitment to conti July 30, 2026

Son of Slain Official Withdraws Lawsuit Against Coast Guard The son of Lee Dae-jun, a public official killed by North Korean forces in the West Sea during the Moon Jae-in administration, has recently withdrawn his damages lawsuit against former Korea Coast Guard Commissioner Kim Hong-hee and others. This decision comes nearly five years after the lawsuit was filed and follows the acquittal of all involved parties in related criminal trials.According to legal sources on July 30, the son submitted a withdrawal request to the Seoul Central District Court on July 30, 2026

Military to Inspect Border Operations Following Controversy Over 1st Corps Guidelines The military is set to conduct an inspection of border operations across all corps following the controversy surrounding the 1st Corps' decision to change its live ammunition guidelines. According to the Joint Chiefs of Staff on July 30, the Army's Ground Operations Command will begin inspections starting with the 1st Corps and extending to all subordinate corps. The inspections will examine whether there have been similar cases where corps commanders altered border operation guidelines at their July 30, 2026

Stalking Incidents in Entertainment Highlighted by Hwang Jung-min Controversy The controversy surrounding actor Hwang Jung-min's private life and allegations of stalking has reignited interest in the stalking incidents faced by other stars.Recently, a woman identified as A claimed on social media that she had a personal relationship with Hwang Jung-min, sharing messages and recordings. In response, Hwang's agency, Sam Company, stated on July 29 that A is a suspect in a stalking crime who has continuously harassed Hwang.According to the agency, Hwang has filed a criminal c July 30, 2026

Korea's Fair Trade Commission to Inspect Wedding Venue and Planner Pricing The Fair Trade Commission (FTC) is set to inspect wedding venues and planning companies to ensure compliance with pricing information and cancellation fee disclosure requirements. This initiative aims to prevent unexpected additional costs for couples during the wedding planning process, including expenses related to venues, catering, dress rentals, and makeup services. On July 30, the FTC announced that it will conduct a focused inspection starting August 1 to verify adherence to important in July 30, 2026

Government to Transition 17,600 Police Vehicles to Electric and Hydrogen by 2035 The government is accelerating the electrification of the public sector, starting with the transition of police vehicles to electric and hydrogen models. By 2035, all new police vehicles, excluding special vehicles, will be converted to electric and hydrogen.On July 30, the Ministry of Climate Energy and Environment announced a memorandum of understanding with the Ministry of Interior and Safety and the National Police Agency at the Gangnam Police Station in Seoul, marking the launch of a projec July 30, 2026

SK hynix Introduces Half-Day Interviews Focused on Critical Thinking Skills SK hynix is overhauling its recruitment process to select candidates with fundamental thinking skills and practical problem-solving abilities necessary for the age of artificial intelligence (AI). The company is shifting from a qualifications-based approach to a competency-based one by eliminating educational restrictions, discontinuing self-introductions, and introducing half-day in-depth interviews.The company announced on July 30 that it will accept applications for new graduate recruitment July 30, 2026

People Power Party Warns of Impeachment if Lee Fails to Deny Re-election 국민의힘은 30일 조정식 국회의장이 이재명 대통령의 연임 개헌 가능성을 언급한 것에 대해 "국민들 앞에 '연임은 없다'는 다섯 글자를 말하지 못하면 '이재명 탄핵'이라는 새로운 다섯 글자로 넘어갈 것"이라고 연일 공세를 펼쳤다.장동혁 대표는 이날 국회에서 최고위원회의를 열어 "개헌에 대한 모든 논란을 종식시키자. 음모론이라고 주장하지 말고 대통령 입에서 연임은 없다고 얘기하면 끝날 일"이라며 이같이 말했다.장 대표는 "현직 대통령을 포함한 연임 개헌을 조 의장이 운을 뗐다&q July 30, 2026

Hankook Semiconductor Chairman Kwak Dong-shin Acquires Additional $4.2 Million in Company Shares Hankook Semiconductor Chairman Kwak Dong-shin announced on July 30 that he has acquired an additional 5 billion won (approximately $4.2 million) in company shares. This purchase fulfills a stock buyback plan disclosed on July 2.The acquisition price was set at 170,565 won per share, totaling 5 billion won. Following this transaction, Kwak's ownership stake has increased to 33.62%, or 32,048,145 shares. This marks the third stock buyback this year, following purchases of 3 billion won in April an July 30, 2026