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New research analysing bank card transactions in three Australian cities shows spending falls sharply on extremely hot days, with life shifting to evening hours. As temperatures rise, researchers argue cities must stay open later to adapt, citing examples from Dubai to Seoul.
Hybe's new girl group Tuide debuted on Aug. 24 with their first EP, 'Tune & Play', featuring the lead single 'Sun Kiss'. The seven-member group, under sub-label ABD, introduces their signature 'Soultronic' sound, blending R&B and electronic music. The group aims to capture the global K-pop scene with members from diverse backgrounds and a unique training story.
Asian shares mostly declined at the start of a week dominated by bond-market pressure, Iran sanctions, and the Jackson Hole symposium. US futures were lower, while oil slipped. Reports varied on index levels, but the 10-year Treasury yield eased from recent highs after the Treasury's surprise buyback increase.
Hanmi Pharm has entered an exclusive licensing agreement with Genentech, a Roche Group member, to develop and commercialize HM17321, a novel obesity treatment. The deal, valued at up to $2.3 billion, covers worldwide rights except South Korea. HM17321 is designed to preserve muscle mass, a potential advantage over existing GLP-1 therapies.
Director Kim Do-young and stars Han So-hee and Choi Min-sik discuss bringing the Hollywood hit 'The Intern' to Korean audiences, with a local release set for Sept. 16. Han emphasizes her original interpretation of the lead role, while Choi admits pressure but appreciates the Korean adaptation.
A Counterpoint Research report predicts Samsung will overtake Apple as the top smartphone vendor in 2026, with Samsung shipments rising 0.8% while Apple's decline 2.1%. Samsung's strength is attributed to its broad portfolio and supply chain resilience, while Apple faces price hikes, launch schedule changes, and a modest debut for its first foldable iPhone.
NCT 127 released its seventh full-length album 'BLINGY' on Monday, marking its 10th anniversary with a five-member lineup after three original members departed for military service or contract changes. The group discussed the emotional impact of the changes, the new album's themes, and upcoming world tour at a press conference in Seoul.
Canada's Little Mountain Baseball from Vancouver kept its Little League World Series hopes alive with a 3-2 extra-inning win over Panama on Monday. Meanwhile, four teams remain undefeated in the tournament, and the MLB announced the 2027 Little League Classic matchup.
A man identified only by his surname Kang was sentenced to one year in prison by the Seoul Western District Court for posting false and insulting claims about victims of the Sewol ferry sinking and the Itaewon crowd crush. The court said his posts caused suffering to bereaved families and misled the public.
South Korea's arms procurement agency has introduced formal guidelines for domestic defense firms to access NATO military standards, streamlining a previously case-by-case process. The move aims to support growing arms exports to NATO members amid European rearmament.
Jennie of BLACKPINK is set to release her new EP 'Fallen Angel' on Thursday, featuring digital and physical editions with a mix of tracks. The announcement was made by her agency, OA Entertainment, with teaser photos released on social media over the weekend.
Seoul stocks opened lower on Monday as investors locked in gains from chip stocks ahead of Nvidia's earnings. The KOSPI fell 0.73 percent in early trading, while market attention also turned to the Jackson Hole meeting and the Bank of Korea's policy decision.
South Korea's customs service detected 4,155 illegal imports of Wegovy and Mounjaro in the first half of 2026, more than triple the total for all of 2025. Most cases involved international mail, while authorities also flagged a rise in travelers carrying the drugs. The surge comes amid growing domestic demand for the obesity treatments.
South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun made his first public appearance in 17 months at an Indonesian broadcast anniversary event, performing and greeting fans. His return drew emotional fan reactions but also divided opinion online, as legal disputes over allegations involving the late actress Kim Sae-ron continue.
South Korean banks saw net profits fall 6.4% on-year in the first half of 2026 to 13.8 trillion won, even as interest income hit a record high of 32.2 trillion won. The drop was driven by a sharp decline in non-interest income, which fell 43.4% after KOSPI-linked losses swung to a 2.5 trillion won deficit. The financial regulator flagged external risks and vowed to strengthen monitoring of banks' loss-absorption capacity.
South Korea's alcoholic beverage production fell below 3 million kiloliters for the first time in 27 years in 2025, according to data from the National Tax Service. Shipments of beer, soju, and takju have declined for consecutive years, driven by health consciousness, population decline, and changing attitudes toward late-night gatherings.
South Korean advocate Baek Song-yi, harassed at a US firm, campaigns for victims' right to know disciplinary outcomes, highlighting legal gaps as most harassment cases go unreported. Labor attorney Kim Yu-kyung points to employer discretion, while the labor ministry stops at recommending disclosure.
South Korea's top pharmaceutical companies each spent over 100 billion won on research and development in the first half of the year, with leading firms like Yuhan, Chong Kun Dang, and Hanmi Pharm boosting their R&D investments. The sector's biopharmaceutical exports also hit record levels, underscoring the industry's growth trajectory.
Economic experts surveyed by Yonhap News Agency expect the Bank of Korea to revise its 2026 growth outlook to over 3 percent, citing strong semiconductor exports and recovering demand. Estimates range up to 3.4 percent, though some analysts caution that the semiconductor supercycle could peak sooner than expected.
World No. 1 An Se-young of South Korea defeated defending champion Akane Yamaguchi 21-17, 21-14 in the BWF World Championships final in New Delhi on Sunday, winning her second career world title. The victory, which came despite a recent knee injury, makes An the first South Korean singles player—male or female—to win two world championships.