An 80-year-old man has been detained by a court after wielding a knife against a 70-year-old man he knew, causing injuries on a street in Jeonnong-dong, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul. Judge Kang Young-hoon, the presiding judge for arrest warrants at the Seoul Northern District Court, issued an arrest warrant for the 80-year-old suspect, identified as Mr. Lee, … Read more
The government has completely restructured the Innovative Pharmaceutical Enterprise (IPE) system by dividing it into “Leader” and “Leap” categories. This reform aims to improve the fundamental structure of the domestic pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry and enable promising startups to leap to world-class levels. The core objective of this overhaul is to overcome the limitations of … Read more
If you are considering switching your medical expense insurance because the monthly premiums deducted from your bank account feel like a burden, you must carefully evaluate the coverage scope and out-of-pocket expenses before canceling your current contract. Many people have impulsively canceled their existing policies after hearing that premiums had dropped, only to regret it … Read more
South Korea national team forward Um Ji-sung lit up the Asian Games group stage match against Qatar by scoring a stunning hat-trick in just the first half, signaling a green light for the national team’s pursuit of a fourth consecutive title. This match served as a decisive moment proving how much firepower the age-group national … Read more
The Individual Retirement Pension (IRP) account is an essential asset management tool that allows you to maximize tax deductions during annual tax settlement while simultaneously building a robust retirement fund. Mr. Kim, an office worker, was thrilled to receive a tax refund of several hundred thousand won during last year’s annual tax settlement, a direct … Read more
To manage your pension account wisely, it is crucial to choose a system that aligns with your salary growth rate and investment preferences. Rather than blindly following colleagues who have achieved high returns, you must accurately assess your working conditions and retirement plans to avoid failure. While working life naturally leads to an interest in … Read more
Hwang Jong-woo, Minister of the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries, met with Philip Laporte, the Canadian Ambassador to South Korea, to intensively discuss plans to activate the Northwest Passage, a route crossing Canada’s northern coast. This meeting was arranged to solidify practical cooperation between the two nations in the Arctic region, which is gaining attention … Read more
If you can’t stop thinking about Papua New Guinea, it is likely due to the anthropological mysteries and dramatic historical moments held within this massive island. The moment in 1930 when Australian explorer Mike Ryan, searching for gold, discovered blue valleys hidden in the clouds and a highland population of one million was one of … Read more
Local governments that suffered significant damage from the heavy rains between late August and early September have been designated as special disaster zones by the government, accelerating support for the restoration of daily life. This measure was established to provide practical assistance to residents who lost their livelihoods due to sudden torrential rains, including house … Read more
The Individual Retirement Pension (IRP) account is an essential tool for retirement planning that offers substantial tax deduction benefits on annual contributions while allowing for the management of diverse investment assets. Mr. Kim, an office worker, was pleasantly surprised to receive a significant tax refund during his year-end settlement after making additional contributions to his … Read more