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Pulmuone Foodmerce Supports Low-Income Infants in Incheon with 'Nutrition Dream' Snack Packs Pulmuone Foodmerce is providing monthly snack packs to low-income families with infants in Seohae District, Incheon.Pulmuone Foodmerce announced on August 23 that it has signed a tripartite memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Seohae District Office and the Seohae District Government-Supported Daycare Association to jointly promote the 'Nutrition Dream' initiative.The signing ceremony, held on August 21 at the Seohae District Office, was attended by Seohae District Mayor Koo Jae-yong, Pulmuone Foodmerce Sales Director Moon Hyun-ki, and Seohae District Government-Supported Daycare Association President Kim Jin-ah.The Nutrition Dream initiative aims to support families with infants who struggle to maintain a balanced diet due to economic hardships. The program will deliver snack packs worth 30,000 won each month to low-income families in the district.The daycare association, familiar with local circumstances, will select and recommend the families to receive support. The Seohae District Office will connect the recommended families with Pulmuone Foodmerce and manage the subsequent support process. Pulmuone Foodmerce will collaborate with local franchise stores in Incheon to regularly supply the snack packs to the designated families.This initiative is an extension of Pulmuone Foodmerce's efforts to provide food support to vulnerable populations in Incheon. Since March, the company has been operating the Nutrition Dream program for low-income infants and the elderly in partnership with the Gyeyang District Office and the Gyeyang District Community Service Council. With this expansion into Seohae District, the company continues its commitment to supporting the dietary needs of infants.Moon Hyun-ki, Sales Director of Pulmuone Foodmerce, stated, "We initiated this agreement to help children who face challenges in developing healthy eating habits and growing up healthily. We will continue to expand our activities to support the healthy growth of children."* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-08-23 11:00:00 -
NH Nonghyup Bank Assesses Financial Service Continuity During Eulji Exercise NH Nonghyup Bank has evaluated its crisis response capabilities to ensure stable financial services during national emergencies. From August 18 to 21, NH Nonghyup Bank participated in the '2026 Eulji Exercise,' conducting response training for various emergency scenarios, including cyber threats and financial support during wartime. The training focused on procedures for handling financial operations during national emergencies, responding to cyber threats, and providing financial support in wartime. It aimed to assess the bank's response system to maintain uninterrupted financial services amid evolving security environments and complex crises. Particularly, a business continuity plan (BCP) simulation was conducted to test the activation of alternative business sites, recovery of core operations within three hours, and restoration of branch PCs and terminals. The bank's president oversaw the training to confirm the decision-making system for rapid judgment and response in emergencies. On August 20, at the NH Integrated IT Center, a joint response drill was held with relevant agencies, including the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, as part of a real training exercise. This drill simulated simultaneous cyber attacks and physical threats, assessing the IT center's functionality and cyber response system. Following the training, NH Nonghyup Bank plans to identify shortcomings and improvement tasks through a post-evaluation, which will be incorporated into the 2027 emergency implementation plan. A bank official stated, "The nature of national crises is becoming more complex, including cyber attacks, data breaches, and threats to critical infrastructure using AI and drones. We will continuously enhance our crisis response capabilities to provide unwavering financial services in any crisis situation." * This article has been translated by AI. 2026-08-23 11:00:00
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Jang Dong-hyuk Responds to Calls for Justice Chief Cho Hee-dae's Resignation 장동혁 국민의힘 대표는 23일 조희대 대법원장의 '대법관 서면 제청'과 관련해 더불어민주당이 사퇴를 촉구하자 "모든 것은 이재명 대통령에 대한 '재판 정지'에서 시작된 일"이라고 반박했다. 장 대표는 이날 자신의 페이스북에 "사법부가 한 번 권력 앞에 누우면 권력은 사법부 전체를 짓밟게 되어있다"며 이같이 밝혔다. 그는 헌법 제104조 제2항과 제3항을 언급하며 "헌법이 규정한 대법관 임명 요건은 분명하다. 대법원장의 제청과 국회의 동의뿐"이라며 "제청은 대법원장의 권한이고, 견제는 국회가 한다. 그것으로 충분하다"고 지적했다. 이어 "어디에도 대통령과 사전에 협의하거나 조율하라는 내용은 없다. 대통령이 누구를 제청하거나 제청하지 말라고 요구할 권한은 더더욱 없다"며 "대통령의 요구대로 대법원이 대법관을 제청한다면 사법부의 독립은 무너지는 것이다. 그것이야말로 위헌 중의 위헌"이라고 강조했다. 그는 "위헌적 관행은 이제라도 바로잡아야 한다"며 "대통령이 대법관마저 자신의 입맛대로 임명하려 한다면 그날로 법치주의는 끝이다. 그것이 대통령 자신의 죄를 무죄로 만들기 위한 것이라면 그게 바로 독재"라고 주장했다. 아울러 "청와대와 더불어민주당은 이 무도한 일을 마치 당연한 것처럼 당당하게 요구한다. 오히려 대법원장을 탄핵하겠다고 덤비고 있다"며 "민주주의 국가에서 사라져야 할 암적 존재들"이라고 했다. 그러면서 "이미 사법부는 독재자의 발 아래 짓밟히고 있다. '재판 재개'라는 사법부가 가진 유일한 무기를 들고 일어서야 한다"며 "지금 사법부가 독재자에 맞서 싸우지 않으면 결국 민주주의의 종말을 맞게 될 것이다. 그날이 대한민국이 죽는 날"이라고 덧붙였다. 앞서 청와대는 조희대 대법원장이 노태악 전 대법관의 후임으로 손봉기 대구지법 부장판사를 서면 제청한 것에 대해 "협의를 건너뛴 것이자 대통령의 임명권을 존중하지 않는 일방 통보 절차"라고 비판했다. * This article has been translated by AI. 2026-08-23 10:52:00
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Spider-Man 4 Surpasses 8.02 Million Tickets Sold, Sets Series Record 영화 '스파이더맨: 브랜드 뉴 데이'가 누적 관객 수 802만명을 돌파했다.23일 영화관입장권 통합전산망에 따르면 '스파이더맨: 브랜드 뉴 데이'는 이날 0시 기준 누적 관객 수 802만명을 넘어섰다.이로써 '스파이더맨: 브랜드 뉴 데이'는 톰 홀랜드 주연 '스파이더맨' 시리즈 최고 흥행작이었던 '스파이더맨: 파 프롬 홈'의 최종 관객 수 802만3606명을 넘어섰다. '스파이더맨: 파 프롬 홈'보다 9일 빠른 속도로 800만 관객을 돌파하며 시리즈 최고 성적을 새로 썼다.MCU 솔로 무비 기준으로도 상위권에 이름을 올렸다. '스파이더맨: 브랜드 뉴 데이'는 '아이언맨 3' 900만명, '캡틴 아메리카: 시빌 워' 867만명에 이어 국내 흥행 3위에 해당하는 성적을 기록했다.관객 반응도 이어지고 있다. 온라인상에서는 피터 파커가 '큰 힘에는 큰 책임이 따른다'는 명제를 다시 되새기며 사람들을 돕는 과정, '친절한 이웃'으로서의 스파이더맨이 지닌 의미에 주목한 반응이 나오고 있다.'스파이더맨: 브랜드 뉴 데이'는 '스파이더맨: 노 웨이 홈' 사건 이후 모두에게 잊힌 피터 파커가 자신의 정체를 기억하는 의문의 적과 마주하고, DNA 변이로 통제하기 어려운 힘을 얻으며 새로운 위협에 맞서는 이야기를 그린 액션 블록버스터다.톰 홀랜드, 젠데이아 콜먼, 세이디 싱크, 제이콥 배덜런, 존 번탈, 트라멜 틸먼, 마이클 맨도, 마크 러팔로 등이 출연했으며 데스틴 크리튼 감독이 연출했다. 현재 전국 극장에서 상영 중이다.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-08-23 10:52:00
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Seongnam Mayor Shin Sang-jin: Culture Should Be Part of Daily Life Seongnam Mayor Shin Sang-jin emphasized on August 22 that "culture should not be reserved for special occasions but should be part of citizens' daily lives." He reiterated his commitment to creating a Seongnam where everyone can enjoy cultural arts close to home. On that afternoon, Mayor Shin attended the '2026 Picnic Concert' held at the Eulji University Seongnam Campus sports field, where he sat alongside citizens to enjoy the performances and connect through music. "I am very happy to be here with you at the '2026 Picnic Concert' and to communicate through music," Mayor Shin said. "I hope that today, you can set aside your daily worries and enjoy a happy time with family, friends, and loved ones while listening to music." The event featured live performances by popular singers Lee Mujin and Jung Jun-il, captivating the audience with their emotional vocals. As familiar tunes filled the air, attendees applauded and cheered, singing along and enjoying the concert. Families, friends, and couples spread out picnic blankets to relax and soak in the comfortable, free-spirited atmosphere. Throughout the concert, laughter, applause, and cheers resonated from the audience, creating a seamless connection between the stage and the crowd through music. Citizens expressed their appreciation, saying, "It was great to enjoy a wonderful performance for free with my family so close to home," and "I was able to forget about my daily routine and relax while listening to music on a hot summer night." The '2026 Picnic Concert' was organized by the Seongnam Cultural Foundation to provide opportunities for relaxation and cultural enjoyment in everyday life, and it was entirely free of charge. Five thousand entry wristbands were distributed on a first-come, first-served basis starting in the morning, and the event concluded successfully with a large turnout. Shin Sang-jin highlighted that "cultural arts enrich citizens' lives and elevate the city's prestige," adding, "We will continue to expand citizen-centered cultural policies so that everyone can naturally engage with and enjoy culture in their daily lives." Looking ahead, Mayor Shin plans to organize various cultural events to ensure that citizens can access cultural arts close to their homes and enjoy leisure time with family and neighbors. 2026-08-23 10:52:00
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CORTIS to Release Expanded Edition of Mini Album for First Anniversary 그룹 코르티스가 데뷔 1주년을 맞아 미니 2집 확장판을 선보인다.코르티스(CORTIS)는 24일 오전 0시 미니 2집 확장판 '그린그린 플레이익스텐디드(GREENGREEN playextended)'를 발매한다.이번 앨범은 미니 2집 '그린그린(GREENGREEN)'의 기존 6개 트랙에 신곡 '팩 잇 업(PACK IT UP)'과 '머니머니머니(MONEYMONEYMONEY)'를 추가한 구성이다.코르티스는 지난 22일 서울 고려대학교 화정체육관에서 열린 '2026 코르티스 투어 풋 유어 폰 다운 버스데이 파티(2026 CORTIS TOUR PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN BIRTHDAY PARTY)' 1일 차 공연에서 신곡을 먼저 공개했다.확장판은 미니 2집 '그린그린'의 연장선에 있는 앨범이다. 팀의 솔직함과 실제 경험을 바탕으로 한 음악적 색깔을 이어가며, 기존 앨범 작업 당시 수록하지 못했던 곡들 중 '지금의 코르티스'를 잘 보여주는 2곡을 담았다.이번 신곡 작업에도 멤버 전원이 작사, 작곡에 참여했다. 공동 창작 방식으로 완성한 곡들을 통해 앨범 작업 당시의 감정과 고민을 담아냈다.한편 코르티스는 23일 오후 5시 같은 장소에서 '버스데이 파티' 2일 차 공연을 이어간다. 데뷔 1주년을 기념하는 공연으로, 관객과 함께 호흡하는 무대를 선보일 예정이다.코르티스는 앞서 인천과 북미 투어를 마쳤다. '풋 유어 폰 다운' 투어는 총 9개 도시에서 14회 공연으로 진행되고 있다.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-08-23 10:48:00
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GS Retail Faces $10 Million Fine for Unfair Trade Practices GS Retail, the operator of GS Home Shopping, has lost its final appeal against a fine imposed by the Fair Trade Commission (FTC) for unfairly burdening suppliers with promotional costs. According to legal sources on August 23, the Supreme Court's third division, led by Justice Noh Kyung-pil, upheld the lower court's ruling that dismissed GS Retail's request to annul the FTC's corrective orders. In January 2022, the FTC imposed a fine of 1.027 billion won (approximately $10 million) on GS Retail for violations of the Large-Scale Distribution Business Act, including the improper transfer of promotional costs, the unfair use of supplier employees, and unjustified returns. The FTC found that from January 2017 to November 2019, GS Retail conducted promotional events, including giveaways, through 129 broadcasts involving 26 suppliers, forcing them to cover the costs without any written agreement. Additionally, from April 2017 to October 2019, GS Retail returned 76,639 items from eight suppliers without valid reasons. Furthermore, between January 2018 and June 2020, GS Retail used 562 individuals, including supplier employees, as guests and demonstration models in 505 broadcasts without written agreements regarding their employment conditions. GS Retail filed a lawsuit in March 2022 to contest the FTC's ruling, but the Seoul High Court ruled against the company in June of the following year. The court rejected GS Retail's argument regarding the return claims, stating that the return requests submitted by suppliers constituted objective evidence of voluntary returns, thus validating the FTC's findings.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-08-23 10:48:00
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Starbucks Expands Senior Barista Training Program with Over 30 Sessions Planned by Year-End Starbucks Korea has resumed its 'Senior Barista Training' program aimed at creating job opportunities for seniors after a three-month hiatus.On August 20, Starbucks conducted its first senior barista training session for 20 seniors with an average age of 65 at the Gunpo Senior Club in Gyeonggi Province. This training is part of a senior employment support initiative that Starbucks has been running in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Welfare and the Korea Senior Club Association since 2019.The training program, which reopened after three months, garnered significant interest, filling up within two days of registration and even generating a waiting list. Starbucks plans to conduct more than 30 training sessions by December.During this training, Jang Kwang-yeol, the manager of the Gasan Public Starbucks and winner of the 2023 Starbucks Coffee Ambassador Cup, served as the instructor. He provided hands-on training in coffee extraction, milk steaming, and latte art, alongside theoretical lessons on coffee flavors and characteristics based on origin.Registration for the '5th Latte Art Competition,' where senior baristas will showcase their skills, is open until August 24. The names of those who pass the preliminary round will be announced on September 1. Last year's competition saw over 100 senior baristas from cafes affiliated with the Korea Senior Club Association participate, demonstrating their capabilities.Additionally, last month, Starbucks held a signing ceremony with the Korea Senior Club Association to establish a second 'Senior Barista Training Center.' Starbucks will support the necessary interior and related costs for the new training center, while the first center is currently operated by the Gunpo Senior Club.Shin Dong-woo, CEO of Starbucks Korea, stated, "The core of this initiative is to help seniors enhance their skills as baristas and connect them to real job opportunities through professional training. We will continue our social contribution activities for local seniors, including the establishment of training centers." 2026-08-23 10:44:10
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Ruling Party Pressures Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae to Resign Amid Controversy The Democratic Party of Korea continued its pressure on Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae on August 23, stating that resignation is the only way for him to atone for the controversy surrounding the nomination of Supreme Court justices. The party emphasized that Cho has met sufficient conditions for impeachment as he continues his political activities.Park Sung-jun, the party's chief spokesperson, urged Cho to resign during a press briefing at the National Assembly, saying, "Past Chief Justices have been symbols of the rule of law and subjects of dignity and respect. However, Cho has thrown away his dignity and has literally become a 'disgraced Chief Justice.'"Park added, "Political judges are misusing the constitutional value of judicial independence as a shield to justify the politicization of the judiciary. History will forever record that Cho was at the pinnacle of distorted judicial tyranny. Resignation is the only way to atone for the collapsed judicial justice before the public. Cho must resign immediately."Later, Park told reporters that Cho is acting as a politician rather than the head of the judiciary, asserting that there are sufficient grounds for impeachment. He called for voices within the judiciary to also speak out against Cho.Park stated, "Cho has sufficient qualifications and qualities to be impeached. The judiciary should also demand his resignation," strongly condemning Cho for undermining the trust in the judiciary.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-08-23 10:44:00
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Military: North Korea Prepares for Additional Troop Deployment to Russia North Korea is continuing preparations to send additional troops to Russia, but no signs of an imminent deployment have been detected, according to the Ministry of National Defense.In a report submitted to the National Assembly's Defense Committee by lawmaker Yoo Yong-won of the People Power Party, military authorities stated that while North Korea's troop deployment preparations are ongoing, "there are currently no identifiable signs of an imminent additional deployment."The possibility of North Korea sending more troops emerged last month when Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky raised concerns about the potential deployment of over 30,000 North Korean soldiers to Russia.The South Korean military assesses that North Korea has already dispatched 15,000 combat troops and more than 6,000 engineers and construction personnel to Russia since October 2024. This is the first time the South Korean military has publicly disclosed a specific evaluation regarding North Korea's additional troop deployment.Additionally, the military estimates that there have been numerous casualties among North Korean troops currently deployed in Russia, and that compensation for these troops has been provided. It is estimated that North Korea has supplied over 15 million rounds of 152mm artillery shells to Russia.North Korea's military support to Russia appears to be ongoing. The Defense Intelligence Agency has assessed that since the onset of the Russia-Ukraine war, North Korea has been continuously supplying weapon systems, including short-range ballistic missiles, to Russia.Given the practical data accumulated from North Korean missiles used in the Russia-Ukraine war, there is a possibility that their accuracy and performance have improved due to Russian consultations and parts support.In particular, the Hwasong-11 series tactical ballistic missiles and 600mm multiple rocket launchers, designed for strikes against South Korea, are believed to have mostly completed their development stages.However, the new tactical ballistic missile that North Korea announced it would deploy with 250 launchers at the front line has not yet shown signs of operational deployment.North Korea is also continuing its development of medium- and long-range missiles. The Hwasong-12 intermediate-range ballistic missile, capable of reaching Guam, is reportedly in the process of operational deployment following its development.Furthermore, North Korea has secured the capability to reach the U.S. mainland with its intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs), but the military has assessed that key technologies, such as re-entry of warheads into the atmosphere, have not yet been verified, as all test launches have been conducted at high angles.In the submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) sector, North Korea is believed to be developing the Polaris series with ranges exceeding medium-range and the short-range Hwasong-11S SLBM.Meanwhile, North Korea is accelerating military enhancements in border areas, including the installation of minefields and barbed wire along the Military Demarcation Line (MDL), as well as increasing its military capabilities with 240mm and 600mm multiple rocket launchers and new self-propelled artillery.Lawmaker Yoo stated, "The practical experience and data accumulated by North Korea in the Russia-Ukraine war should not be taken lightly, as they could pose a threat to the Korean Peninsula. Our military must establish a solid military readiness posture to respond immediately and decisively, and maintain a robust South Korea-U.S. joint defense posture."* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-08-23 10:36:00