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93-Year-Old Father Requests Chicken from Youngest Daughter, Touching Hearts Online “I tried to hold back, but I keep thinking about it. I’m sorry.”A 93-year-old father, unable to forget the taste of seasoned fried chicken his daughter brought him, made a heartfelt request over the phone. This story has resonated with many online, prompting reactions of empathy.On social media, A, the youngest of six siblings, shared a recent experience with her father.According to A, she received a call from her father around 4:30 PM on September 9. He said, “Is this my youngest? Do you remember the seasoned fried chicken you brought last time? I keep thinking about it and wanted to call.”He added, “I tried to hold back, but I keep thinking about it.”When A responded, “Dad, I’ll order it for you right away. Just wait 30 minutes,” her father replied in a dialect, “I’m sorry.”A recounted, “I cried while ordering the chicken,” and reflected, “What does it mean that my 93-year-old father hesitated so much before calling?”She noted, “He is a proud man who rarely asks for help, so we, his children, try to take care of him without him asking. Hearing him say he wanted to eat chicken while apologizing made it hard for me to hold back my tears.”A also mentioned that her siblings were moved to tears, feeling heartbroken for their father. She plans to visit him this weekend.Currently, A’s father has been living alone for five years since the passing of his wife. A shared, “Since our mother suffered a brain hemorrhage, the six of us have been visiting our father in the countryside every week for the past 15 years. He always says that seeing his children is the reason he lives and that he looks forward to the weekends.” This sentiment has resonated with many.Within two days of being shared, the story garnered over 860,000 views, capturing widespread attention.Readers have also shared similar experiences. One user recounted, “I bought a bulgogi burger for my 84-year-old mother-in-law. I realized she hadn’t tried it before.” Another user shared, “My father wanted to eat chicken but couldn’t order it himself.”* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-14 09:44:00 -
Saudi Oil Imports at Risk as Government and Refinery CEOs Hold Emergency Meeting The East-West Pipeline, a crucial artery for Saudi Arabia's oil transport, has ceased operations following an attack attributed to a group believed to be supported by Iran. This incident, coupled with threats to major shipping routes in the Red Sea, has prompted the government and domestic refining industry to initiate emergency responses. With alternative transport routes also under strain, securing a reliable oil supply chain has become a new challenge for both public and private sectors.On September 14, the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy convened an emergency meeting led by Vice Minister Moon Shin-hak, attended by CEOs from four major refiners: SK Energy, GS Caltex, S-Oil, and HD Hyundai Oilbank. The meeting aimed to assess the oil supply situation amid escalating tensions in the Middle East and to discuss contingency plans for potential supply disruptions.Given the urgency of the situation, a separate meeting involving public and private sector officials was also held earlier that day to facilitate rapid responses. The government and industry are working simultaneously at both high and operational levels to address the instability in the Middle Eastern oil supply chain.With Minister of Industry Kim Jeong-kwan focused on investment-related issues in the U.S., Vice Minister Moon is leading the discussions. The meeting is expected to concentrate on strategies for securing alternative oil supplies from the Middle East and establishing bypass transport routes.Saudi Arabia has been operating the East-West Pipeline, which spans approximately 1,200 kilometers, to transport oil from its eastern oil fields to the Yanbu Port on the Red Sea, bypassing the Strait of Hormuz. Following the outbreak of conflict in the Middle East, the pipeline and Yanbu Port have become critical alternative transport routes.However, operations were halted on September 11 due to a drone attack originating from Iraq. Reports indicate that approximately 4 million barrels of oil were transported daily through this pipeline, and current stock levels at Yanbu Port can sustain existing export levels for only 5 to 7 days.Concerns are also growing regarding the security of shipping routes in the Red Sea. The Houthi rebels in Yemen have taken control of Perim Island, a strategic point in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, raising the possibility of disruptions to routes utilizing the Red Sea and the Suez Canal.Since the outbreak of conflict between the U.S. and Iran, the government and refining industry have reduced their dependence on Middle Eastern oil from about 70% to the 50% range, diversifying their supply sources. However, with Asian refiners from countries like China also competing for oil from the U.S., Canada, Central Asia, West Africa, and South America, securing additional alternative supplies in the short term is proving challenging. Increased shipping costs and insurance premiums due to long-distance transport are also significant burdens.Domestic refining facilities have primarily operated on medium to high-sulfur oil from the Middle East, which poses limitations. The differing characteristics of various types of crude oil make it difficult to quickly substitute Middle Eastern supplies with oil from other regions.While the public and private sectors have worked to reduce dependence on Middle Eastern oil, Saudi Arabia remains the largest source of crude imports. With the East-West Pipeline and Saudi alternative transport routes now under threat, securing the next alternative supply line will be crucial for stabilizing domestic oil supply.An industry insider stated, "Domestic refiners have actively diversified their oil import sources since the outbreak of the Iran conflict, increasing the share of non-Middle Eastern crude. However, the recent attack on the East-West Pipeline has temporarily blocked the route for Saudi oil imports, heightening the risk of supply disruptions from the Middle East." 2026-09-14 09:44:00
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N Pay Introduced at Era Talent with Naver Pay and High Consistency Partnership Naver Pay is partnering with the edtech company High Consistency to enhance the payment and verification systems for online and offline educational services.On September 14, Naver Pay announced that it has signed a business agreement with High Consistency, which operates Era Talent, to innovate the payment and verification experience for educational services.Under the agreement, the two companies will implement the 'N Pay Biz' payment solution in the online and offline educational services managed by High Consistency. This solution supports merchants in operating their own payment and settlement infrastructure and building payment services tailored to their brand characteristics. The initial rollout will occur this year at 11 offline locations across the country, including Era Talent's main office, as well as on the 'Era Talent C' website, with plans to expand the implementation further.The payment methods will include Naver Pay money, points, card payments, and virtual account integration. To enhance convenience for students and parents, discussions are also underway to introduce a simplified payment method under High Consistency's own brand.Additionally, the partnership will focus on improving the access and attendance management systems in offline educational settings. This will involve using Naver Pay's integrated offline terminal 'N Pay Connect' and the facial recognition access and verification service 'FaceSign' to streamline student identification and attendance procedures.Park Sang-jin, CEO of Naver Pay, stated, “We will provide services that enhance operational efficiency for educational providers and user convenience based on Naver Pay's payment and verification technology.”* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-14 09:40:00
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Korea Advanced Materials Soars 29.9% Amid Next-Gen Optical Communication Talks Korea Advanced Materials surged early on September 14, hitting its daily limit.As of 9:26 a.m., the company's stock was trading at 2,585 won, up 595 won (29.90%) from the previous trading day.The company possesses expertise in supplying interferometer modules for global quantum cryptography systems, focusing on precise optical path control and fiber coupling, alignment, and packaging technologies.Recently, it has concentrated on enhancing and commercializing key optical components necessary for quantum communication systems, including splitters, couplers, integrated interferometers, and fiber interconnection modules based on planar lightwave circuits (PLC).The stock's rise is attributed to reports of ongoing discussions with global companies regarding the application and commercialization of new products for next-generation optical communication.As the company transitions from the development phase to commercialization, it plans to intensify collaborations aimed at expanding its presence in the global market.A representative from Korea Advanced Materials stated, "We aim to broaden our business scope into quantum communication and next-generation optical communication based on our accumulated PLC and optical packaging technologies in data centers and ultra-high-speed optical communication. The advancement of core optical component technologies for quantum communication, negotiations for the commercialization of next-generation products, and the establishment of mass production supply chains will further strengthen our foundation for growth as a global optical component specialist."* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-14 09:36:20
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KOSPI Plummets Over 3% Ahead of September FOMC Meeting The KOSPI index fell over 3% ahead of the September Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, retreating to the 6,600 level. Following the release of the U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) for August, which heightened expectations for a Federal Reserve interest rate hike, foreign and institutional investors led a significant sell-off, driving the index lower. The KOSDAQ also showed a decline of over 1%.As of 9:14 a.m. on September 14, the KOSPI was trading at 6,710.30, down 199.61 points (2.89%) from the previous trading day. The index opened at 6,692.61, down 217.30 points (3.14%) from the last close.In the securities market, individual investors were net buyers, purchasing 1.88 trillion won, while foreign and institutional investors sold off 1.24 trillion won and 692.3 billion won, respectively. Individual investors absorbed the large sell-off from foreign and institutional players.All major stocks by market capitalization were in decline. Samsung Electronics fell 3.08%, SK Hynix dropped 4.80%, SK Square decreased by 6.98%, Samsung Electro-Mechanics was down 4.64%, LG Energy Solution fell 1.39%, Hyundai Motor dropped 3.92%, Samsung Biologics decreased by 1.55%, KB Financial fell 0.51%, Samsung Life Insurance was down 5.53%, and Doosan Enerbility dropped 1.54%.The KOSDAQ index also showed a decline, down 15.37 points (1.87%) to 805.27. It opened at 806.27, down 14.37 points (1.75%), and continued to widen its losses.In the KOSDAQ market, individual investors were net buyers, purchasing 94.4 billion won, while foreign and institutional investors sold off 55.9 billion won and 39.9 billion won, respectively.Among the top market capitalization stocks, Alteogen fell 3.17%, EcoPro dropped 3.20%, EcoPro BM decreased by 3.72%, Rainbow Robotics was down 3.44%, IOTechniques fell 1.68%, and Simtech dropped 2.52%. Conversely, Wonik IPS rose 0.36% and Rino Industrial increased by 0.60%.Market analysts predict that this week, the domestic stock market will experience volatility influenced by the August CPI results, the potential for a September FOMC interest rate hike, the Bank of Japan's policy meeting, international oil prices, and foreign investor sentiment. Han Ji-young, a researcher at Kiwoom Securities, projected a KOSPI range of 6,600 to 7,200 points for the week.Han noted that if an interest rate hike occurs at the September FOMC, it will be crucial to determine whether this action is a one-time preemptive measure to curb inflation or the beginning of an additional tightening cycle.“Last week, the KOSPI recovered above 7,000 points for the first time in 33 trading days due to foreign net buying, but macroeconomic uncertainties led to foreign net selling in the latter part of the week, bringing it back down to the 6,900 range,” Han said. “It is difficult to consider 7,000 points as a support level.”He added, “The key players determining the market direction will be foreign investors, and whether they resume net buying during the September FOMC event will be essential for stabilizing above 7,000 points. Despite macro uncertainties, it is noteworthy that the KOSPI is showing a pattern of strength in the semiconductor sector, where recent AI demand and memory market outlooks remain intact.”* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-14 09:28:00
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Genesis Unveils 'Magma GT' and 'X Scorpio' in First Public Road Test in Italy Genesis has publicly unveiled the high-performance concept car 'Magma GT Concept' and the extreme off-road concept car 'X Scorpio Concept' during their first road test.Hyundai Motor Company announced on September 14 that the two concept cars were showcased at the 'Tutto Bene Hillclimb' event held on September 9 near Mount Motarone and Lake Maggiore in Italy.Inaugurated in 2024, the Tutto Bene Hillclimb is an automotive event co-organized by the Milan-based design studio 'Borromeo de Silva' and the Los Angeles-based creative agency 'Race Service.' The event operates by inviting selected vehicles and participants.The main program of the event features a 9-kilometer mountain road with 51 corners. Unlike typical hillclimb competitions, it emphasizes enjoying the performance and design of the participating vehicles, sharing the joy of driving, and celebrating automotive culture without focusing on rankings or records.The Magma GT Concept, which made its public debut this time, was first revealed at the 'Magma World Premiere' held at the Paul Ricard Circuit in Le Castellet, France, last November. It symbolizes Genesis's performance vision of 'luxury high performance.'The X Scorpio Concept was first introduced at an event in the Rub' al Khali desert in the United Arab Emirates in January. It was designed with inspiration from the lifestyle of customers who enjoy off-road leisure activities.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-14 09:24:20
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Youngpoong Stock Surges 29% Amid KOSPI Decline Youngpoong's stock surged by 29% early on September 14, compared to the previous trading day.As of 9:19 a.m., Youngpoong's shares were trading at 49,950 won, up 11,500 won (29.91%) from the previous day.Before the market opened, a Static VI was triggered at 8 a.m., and again shortly after the regular market opened at 9 a.m. The stock price rose sharply in a short period, attracting significant buying interest.Meanwhile, at the same time, both the KOSPI and KOSDAQ indices showed weakness compared to the previous trading day. The KOSPI remained around 6,685, while the KOSDAQ hovered around 804, down 3.30% and 1.98%, respectively.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-14 09:24:20
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Dyson Unveils Limited Edition 'Burgundy Wood' Color Collection Dyson Korea announced the launch of its limited edition 'Burgundy Wood' color collection on September 14, featuring four key hair care products. The collection is accompanied by photoshoots with Dyson APAC ambassadors Park Bo-gum and Jang Won-young. According to Dyson Korea, the Burgundy Wood color is inspired by the rare gemstone 'Kyawthuite,' which exists as the only natural stone of its kind on Earth. The Dyson CMF (Color, Material, Finish) team analyzed the unique light-reflecting depth of Kyawthuite to create a metallic finish that subtly changes with the angle of light, capturing the gemstone's inherent luster. The entire collection features a captivating red plum base combined with ash ginger and peach copper colors, resulting in a warm yet sophisticated metallic tone. The deep plum color is consistently applied not only to the main body but also to the styling nozzle attachments, enhancing the overall design quality. The products released in the Burgundy Wood edition include the Dyson Airwrap Coanda2x™ Multi-Styler and Dryer, Dyson Airwrap i.d.™ Multi-Styler and Dryer, Dyson Supersonic Neural Hair Dryer, and Dyson Airstraight Dryer and Straightener, representing four major hair devices. Starting today, the collection will be available for purchase sequentially on the official Dyson website, Dyson stores, department store Dyson beauty sections nationwide, and major online retailers.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-14 09:24:10
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Eastar Jet Launches New Busan-Hong Kong Route in October 이스타항공은 오는 10월 25일부터 부산-홍콩 노선 운항을 시작한다고 14일 밝혔다.해당 노선은 주 7회 매일 운항한다. 부산에서 오후 9시 30분에 출발해 홍콩에 다음 날 오전 12시 10분(현지시간)에 도착하고, 홍콩에서 오전 2시에 출발해 부산에 오전 7시 5분 도착하는 일정이다.부산-홍콩 노선은 인천-홍콩 노선에 이은 이스타항공의 두 번째 홍콩 노선이다.앞서 인천-홍콩 노선 운영을 통해 확인한 홍콩 현지인의 방한 수요를 이번 부산-홍콩 노선 취항을 계기로 부산까지 확대한다는 계획이다. 또 부산을 기반으로 한 국제선 네트워크를 확대해 지역민의 여행 편의성을 높인다.이스타항공 관계자는 “인천-홍콩 노선 운영을 통해 홍콩 현지인의 방한 수요와 야간 일정에 대한 높은 선호도를 확인했다”며 “이러한 수요를 부산까지 확대해 외국인 관광객의 지역 유입과 부산 관광 활성화에 기여할 수 있도록 노력하겠다”고 말했다.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-14 09:24:10
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KakaoPay Expands Credit Management Services for Small Business Owners KakaoPay is expanding its financial services for small business owners from loan brokerage to credit management. On September 14, KakaoPay announced the launch of its dedicated 'Business Credit Management' service for small business owners. This service is designed to help business owners check their credit status and reduce financial costs. Users can access key credit information necessary for operating their businesses, including their credit scores, loan status, card usage, and delinquency history. The service also offers a pre-approval feature that allows small business owners to assess their likelihood of loan approval in advance. This helps them choose financial products that align with their credit status before applying for loans. KakaoPay plans to gradually introduce features that analyze the causes of credit score fluctuations and provide personalized management strategies to help improve scores. This service is being offered in partnership with Korea Credit Bureau (KCB), integrating KCB's credit evaluation information with KakaoPay's platform and data capabilities to support credit management for small business owners. The service can be accessed through the KakaoPay app or the 'Credit Management' tab within KakaoPay Home on KakaoTalk. A KakaoPay representative stated, "For small business owners, their business and personal financial activities are closely linked, making it essential to accurately understand and manage their credit status. We aim to enhance financial services for small business owners, allowing them to manage everything from credit checks to exploring necessary financial products in one place."* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-14 09:20:10