NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang Enjoys Street Food in Beijing, Eric Trump Visits Great Wall Jensen Huang, CEO of NVIDIA, accompanied President Donald Trump on his recent trip to China, where he explored the streets of Beijing and sampled local street food. On May 15, videos and photos shared on Chinese social media platforms, including Weibo, showed Huang interacting with residents in the traditional hutong area of Nanluoguxiang. Despite the sweltering heat, with temperatures nearing 30 degrees Celsius, he donned his signature black leather jacket. Huang tasted the traditional fermented soybean drink douzhi (豆汁) and visited the Michelin-rated restaurant Fangzhuang 69, famous for its Beijing-style zhajiangmian (noodles with soybean paste). He also purchased a peach drink from the budget beverage brand Mishibingcheng for 8 yuan (about $1.20). Local media reported that the drink is being heavily promoted by Mishibingcheng under the slogan "Pick of the Big Shots," leading to high sales. Huang has made headlines during his visits to China for his interactions with locals. This year alone, he has visited the country more than four times. Earlier this year, he enjoyed hot pot at a restaurant in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, where he took photos with staff, and he also visited a traditional market in Shanghai to sample street food. Meanwhile, on the same day, Eric Trump, the son of President Donald Trump, and his wife Lara shared a memorable photo taken at the Great Wall of China. After completing their itinerary in China, Lara posted on her social media, expressing, "It was an honor to share such an unforgettable trip with my husband." * This article has been translated by AI. 2026-05-17 00:04:39

Samsung Chairman apologizes for labor standoff as tech giant agrees to resume talks SEOUL, May 16 (AJP) - Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong issued a rare public apology on Saturday regarding the ongoing labor dispute that has threatened a major disruption at the world’s largest memory chipmaker, just as management and labor groups agreed to return to the negotiating table. Returning to South Korea via Gimpo Business Aviation Center from an overseas business trip, Lee directly addressed the escalating tensions that have brought the company to the brink of a historic work stoppage. "I sincerely apologize to our customers worldwide and to the public for causing concern over our internal company matters," Lee told reporters, bowing deeply. "To our labor union and the members of the Samsung family: we are one body, one family. Now is the time to wisely gather our strength and move forward in the same direction." Lee’s intervention appeared to act as a catalyst for a sudden diplomatic breakthrough, coming less than 24 hours after an unprecedented but inconclusive face-to-face meeting between the union and semiconductor division chief Jun Young-hyun. Following the chairman's remarks, both Samsung management and the union accepted a proposal from the National Labor Relations Commission to resume physical negotiations on Monday, May 18. In a major concession aimed at breaking the deadlock, management also agreed to a union demand to replace its chief negotiator with the top human resources executive of the Device Solutions (DS) semiconductor division. Despite the agreement to resume talks, the dispute remains highly volatile as the May 21 strike deadline looms. While the overarching joint labor coalition has threatened an 18-day general strike if its demands for transparent profit-sharing incentives are not met, the labor front itself is showing unprecedented internal cracks. Over the past week, thousands of workers have reportedly resigned from the main unions, fueled by sharp internal criticism from the company's finished-goods divisions that the current negotiations are disproportionately favoring the semiconductor sector. With direct financial and indirect supply chain risks estimated by industry analysts to reach as high as 100 trillion won ($74 billion) in the event of a prolonged shutdown, the war of nerves between Samsung's leadership and its workforce is expected to intensify over the weekend. Observers note that the newly restructured management team and union leaders will likely engage in frantic, behind-the-scenes maneuvering to draft a viable compromise before Monday's formal session begins. 2026-05-16 23:11:06

Samsung's Lee Jae-Yong Apologizes Ahead of Union Strike, Negotiations Resume May 18 Lee Jae-Yong Apologizes, "It's All My Fault"...Negotiations Resume May 18 Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-Yong publicly apologized to the nation and customers just five days before a planned strike by the company’s labor union. The company and the union have agreed to resume negotiations on May 18. Upon arriving at the Seoul Gimpo Business Aviation Center on May 16, Lee stated, "I sincerely apologize to our global customers for the anxiety and concern caused by our internal issues," adding, "I bow my head in apology to the people of our nation who always support, love, and challenge Samsung." During his apology, Lee bowed his head three times. He emphasized, "I will take the brunt of the harsh winds and take full responsibility. Let’s do our best so that we can all be proud to be part of Samsung." Following this, the company and the union agreed to hold a second post-adjustment meeting on the morning of May 18 at the Central Labor Relations Commission in Sejong City. The meeting will be directly overseen by the commission's chairperson. Previously, Samsung Electronics and the union engaged in marathon negotiations mediated by the commission from May 11 to early May 13. However, they failed to reach an agreement on performance bonus criteria, leading to a breakdown in talks. The commission had requested the two parties to reconvene on May 16, but the union declined, resulting in the cancellation of that meeting.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-05-16 21:28:38

Heizee Explains Family Trip Without Second Son Due to Ongoing Treatment YouTuber Heizee, whose real name is Kang Hye-jin, explained why her family traveled without her second son. On May 16, a video titled "The Story You Asked About: Why My Second Son Wasn't with Us on Our Trips" was posted on her YouTube channel, "Hyejin's." In the video, Heizee shared, "Many people have been curious about Seung-yu, and I often receive questions like, 'Why isn't Seung-yu joining you on your trips?'" She continued, "Seung-yu has been undergoing treatment for otitis media for four months now, following a cold in January. His symptoms can worsen with even slight changes in his condition, so we have to be cautious about going out depending on how he feels." She added, "While we prefer to spend time together as a family of four, Seung-yu's health and condition are our top priority, which sometimes means he cannot join us." Heizee noted that their recent trip to Busan was originally planned for two nights and three days but was shortened to one night and two days due to Seung-yu's condition. "I know many people enjoy seeing our family together, and I will continue to share more of our daily lives as a family of four in the future," she said. Heizee married Park Chung-hyuk, the CEO of Kidsworks, in November 2018.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-05-16 20:48:57

Israeli Military Announces Elimination of Hamas Leader Izz al-Din al-Hadad The Israeli military announced on May 16 that it has eliminated Izz al-Din al-Hadad, a leader of Hamas and head of its military wing, the Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades, in the Gaza Strip. According to Yonhap News, the Israeli military stated that al-Hadad was killed in a targeted airstrike carried out the previous night, describing him as one of the architects of the brutal massacre that occurred on October 7. Al-Hadad took over as the military chief and leader of Hamas in Gaza following the assassination of former Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar in May of last year. The Israeli military emphasized that al-Hadad had been actively rebuilding the military capabilities of the terrorist organization and planning numerous attacks targeting Israeli civilians and military personnel until recently. Additionally, the military noted that al-Hadad had been responsible for detaining and managing many Israeli hostages throughout the conflict, employing tactics that used hostages as human shields. Earlier, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant confirmed that targeted strikes had been conducted against al-Hadad in Gaza City, the largest city in the Gaza Strip.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-05-16 20:36:55

Household and Health Issues Lead to Retirement, Lotto Win Offers Comfort "I was exhausted from household chores and health issues, and this win has brought me great comfort." As the 1224th Lotto winning numbers draw near on May 16, the story of the winner of the 307th Pension Lottery 720+ has captured public interest. The winner shared their experience on the Donghaeng Lottery winners' bulletin board, stating, "I usually buy the pension lottery as a set, but that day, I was drawn to a distant sales point and suddenly thought of the pension lottery. As soon as I entered the store, I noticed a number arrangement that caught my eye, and I bought it along with the Lotto as a set." The winner recalled, "A few days later, as I checked the winning numbers, I started to see familiar numbers one by one, and eventually, I realized I had won first place. I was so surprised that I immediately called my daughter to share the news, and she celebrated with me as if it were her own win." Reflecting on the win, the individual said, "I was exhausted from household chores and health issues, and this win has brought me great comfort. Now, I want to worry a little less and spend more harmonious time with my family." The winner, who purchased the lottery ticket at a store in Gwangju's Gwangsan District, responded to a question about their usual lottery purchases, saying, "I mainly buy the pension lottery, and I also tend to buy Lotto and Spitto together." Regarding plans for the prize money, the winner stated, "I plan to pay off loans and use it for my family." Meanwhile, the winning numbers for the 1224th Lotto will be available after 8:35 PM today.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-05-16 20:28:13

Seoul City Acknowledges Construction Errors in GTX-A Line, Conducts Immediate Safety Checks Seoul City has reported that it became aware of construction errors, including the omission of rebar in the GTX-A Line near Samseong Station, several months before notifying the government, prompting an audit. The city stated that it conducted immediate safety inspections in response. On May 16, the city released a detailed report outlining the timeline of events and confirmed that safety checks and reviews of reinforcement methods were promptly initiated. According to the city, Hyundai Engineering & Construction discovered the missing rebar during its own quality inspection process in November 2025 and voluntarily reported the issue to Seoul City. The city noted that upon receiving this information from the contractor, it conducted immediate safety inspections at the site and comprehensively reviewed the structural stability, construction feasibility, and future maintenance implications of the reinforcement methods. The contractor and the supervisory team reported the construction errors regarding the columns of the underground complex transfer center near Samseong Station to the city on November 10, 2025. According to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, the columns for the GTX platform on the fifth underground level of the complex transfer center were incorrectly constructed with one row of main rebar instead of two, resulting in missing rebar in 50 of the 80 columns. The supervisory team reviewed reinforcement plans on December 19, 2025, and reported them to the city. Following this, on December 30, the city established a plan for implementing structural reinforcement based on advice from external experts, in accordance with the directives of the head of the Urban Infrastructure Headquarters. Subsequently, the city, along with the supervisory team, the contractor, and external experts, conducted site inspections and assessed the adequacy of the column reinforcement plans until March 2026. During this period, there were 19 joint site inspections conducted by the city, the supervisory team, and the contractor, along with one advisory meeting involving external experts, including members of the city’s Construction Technology Review Committee. On March 17, 2026, the contractor submitted the column reinforcement construction plan to the city, which then confirmed the feasibility of the plan before finalizing it. The city reported the details to the Korea National Railway Authority on April 24 and to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport on April 29. An emergency safety inspection led by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport was conducted from April 29 to May 8, 2026. According to the city, structural calculations for the reinforcement methods confirmed that the structural safety (axial load strength) would be enhanced to 60,915 kN, exceeding the original design standard of 58,604 kN. Hyundai Engineering & Construction will bear the additional construction costs, estimated at around 3 billion won. The city plans to ensure safety beyond the original design by implementing steel plate reinforcements that are over 200% stronger than the existing rebar, along with fireproof coatings to prevent corrosion. The city stated, "We will establish safety measures for the structure and prevent recurrence, working closely with the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport to ensure there are no delays in the GTX-A Line's non-stop service at Samseong Station. We will thoroughly investigate the causes of the construction errors and rigorously confirm accountability during the supervisory construction process, taking action in accordance with relevant laws." The GTX-A Line is being developed with the goal of connecting Seoul Station to Suseo Station (with non-stop service at Samseong Station) by the end of this year, and plans to have a stop at Samseong Station in the second half of next year, despite the confirmation of missing rebar in the underground structures along Yeongdong-daero. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport stated that it received reports from the city regarding the construction errors and reinforcement plans on April 29. The ministry has initiated an audit of Seoul City and the Korea National Railway Authority, citing concerns over project management due to the delayed reporting of the errors.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-05-16 20:16:23

Noh Hong-chul Reveals Drop in Apartment Value After Assault 방송인 노홍철이 집값 하락 경험했다고 밝혔다. On May 15, Noh Hong-chul discussed his experience with falling housing prices during a video on his YouTube channel titled "Noh Hong-chul Surprised by the Current Reality of Young People Living on Rent." Noh shared, "I worked hard to buy an apartment in Apgujeong. It wasn't as expensive as it is now," referring to a past incident where he was assaulted. He recalled, "I was attacked by a stranger in front of my house. I thought it was a misunderstanding, but I was beaten as if they wanted to kill me. I was bleeding profusely." He continued, "After the police arrived, things calmed down, and people around me advised me to move to a more secure area. I decided to work hard again and upgraded from a 30-pyeong to a 50-pyeong apartment in the same complex." Noh expressed disappointment, saying, "I thought I got a great deal, but the value dropped by 400 million won." He added that he had offered to buy his parents a home, suggesting they live on the 12th floor while he would stay on the 11th. However, his parents, who had made friends in their neighborhood, declined the offer. "My mom, who is a lot like me, even served as the head of the neighborhood association. They both really didn't want to move," he said. He concluded, "At that time, the value of the Hyundai apartment dropped to 1.8 billion won, but now it's 9 billion won. It was a 53-pyeong royal floor apartment," he lamented.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-05-16 19:54:57

Yuk Joong-wan Band's Kang Jun-woo Welcomes Son, Calls Birth a Miracle Kang Jun-woo, a member of the Yuk Joong-wan Band, announced on May 16 that he welcomed his first son, Woo-joo, on April 16, according to his agency, Rockstar Music & Live. In a statement to Yonhap News, Kang revealed, "Woo-joo was born as a very small micro-preemie at 25 weeks, weighing 690 grams, due to oligohydramnios and placental abruption. Although there were significant challenges early on, he is now growing well in the neonatal intensive care unit and has surpassed 1 kilogram in weight." He added, "It was not easy to announce Woo-joo's birth to the world, and I initially couldn't even tell my parents." Kang expressed his feelings, saying, "As parents, we struggled to fully accept and articulate our child's birth, which made me feel incredibly sorry and sad for him. Therefore, I decided to gather my courage and share our son's existence with many people." He continued, "I hope Woo-joo becomes a child blessed by many. Although I still feel a lot of fear and caution, I truly believe that his birth is a miracle. I ask for many blessings and courage for our child." The Yuk Joong-wan Band released a new song titled 'Today, I Earn Money Relentlessly' the day before the announcement, reflecting the ups and downs of life. Upon hearing the news, netizens responded with comments such as, "I hope Woo-joo grows up healthy," "It truly seems like a miracle that he has endured with such a small body," "I can't imagine how devastated the parents must have felt," and "I hope he grows up strong with the blessings of many people."* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-05-16 19:16:03

Jung Won-oh Promises 15-Minute Sports Living Zones and 20 Projects in Seongsu-dong Jung Won-oh, the Democratic Party's candidate for Seoul mayor, unveiled his sports-related pledges following the registration deadline for candidates in the June 3 local elections. On May 16, Jung announced on Facebook his plans to establish a "15-Minute Sports Living Zone" and a "20 Hot Places in Seoul" project, stating, "I will ensure that every citizen can exercise close to home and enjoy healthy leisure activities with neighbors." He proposed creating large-scale public sports spaces at the Nanji and Jungnang water recycling centers, expanding access to sports facilities in public institutions, and increasing recreational sports spaces utilizing walking paths and riverside areas. Additionally, Jung pledged to deploy retired athletes and sports instructors as "neighborhood sports doctors" and to expand tailored sports programs for underrepresented groups, including children and women. Jung also committed to building a "Second Life Platform" for middle-aged and retired individuals, establishing lifelong learning centers in every district of Seoul, overhauling the Seoul Run program into a comprehensive AI lifelong learning platform, and creating a Seoul-style lifelong learning certification system. After attending the "2026 Seoul Citizens' Sports Festival" at the Jamsil Indoor Gymnasium, Jung visited Seongsu-dong, where he met with citizens and stated, "I will create 20 Seongsu-dongs in Seoul to revitalize local economies and enhance the city's competitiveness." He outlined plans for development through a "town management" approach involving collaboration among businesses, citizens, and merchants, as well as expanding business districts. Meanwhile, Jung criticized the campaign of Oh Se-hoon, the candidate from the People Power Party, for continuing to attack him over a past violence incident, calling it "political maneuvering and a crime." Kim Jae-seop, a member of the National Assembly and the chief campaign chair for Oh, claimed on May 13 that Jung was fined 3 million won for assaulting a police officer and a political aide during an argument at a café in Yangcheon-gu in October 1995 while he was serving as a secretary to the Yangcheon District Mayor. In response, Jung explained that the incident stemmed from a disagreement over differing views on the May 18 Democratic Movement and expressed remorse, but he denied allegations of coercing a female employee to stay overnight, calling them "unfounded claims."* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-05-16 19:13:12