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Stricter Household Debt Rules Push Bank Lending Thresholds Higher as Stress DSR 3-Step Takes Effect

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South Korea’s housing market is facing renewed pressure as banks tighten lending standards in line with the government’s intensified household debt management policies. The implementation of the third phase of the stress DSR (Debt Service Ratio) system has significantly raised the bar for borrowers seeking mortgage loans, particularly for apartment purchases. This regulatory shift aims … Read more

Aekyung Industrial Launches Siggnic on Major Chinese Online Platforms Tmall and Douyin to Boost Skin Elasticity Care

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South Korean cosmetics company Aekyung Industrial has announced that its skincare brand Signiq has officially entered two of China’s major e-commerce platforms, Tmall and Douyin, as part of its strategy to expand into the global market. The move was confirmed on April 21, 2026, marking a significant step in the brand’s efforts to reach younger … Read more

Korea Museum Faces Backlash Over Exclusive Focus on Chinese History in Exhibits

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In the historic Isu-dong Hanok Village of Seoul’s Eunpyeong District, a newly constructed four-story building bearing the sign “대한박물관” (Korea Museum) and its English counterpart “KOREA MUSEUM” has drawn public scrutiny after reports revealed that its planned exhibits focus exclusively on Chinese historical artifacts, with no mention of Korean history. The controversy emerged on April … Read more

Analysis of Employment Types in Top 500 Companies: Impact of the ‘Yellow Envelope Law’ on Dispatch and Subcontracting Roles – Leaders Index Report [이데일리 김정남 기자]

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The so-called “Yellow Envelope Act” has led to a significant reduction in outsourced workers among South Korea’s top 500 companies, according to recent data from the Leaders Index research institute. Between 2023 and 2025, the number of dispatched and contracted workers at these firms declined by 8.2%, falling from 724,331 to 664,845. This shift coincides … Read more

Securing Government Funding for Regional Development

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South Korea’s Namwon City has pushed back against circulating rumors of a financial crisis, asserting that recent claims about its fiscal health are unfounded and misrepresent its actual budgetary position. The city government issued a formal statement clarifying that whereas it faces typical challenges in balancing local development needs with constrained revenues, it has not … Read more

Actress Lee Da-in Shares Heartwarming Update on Her Second Pregnancy

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South Korean actress Lee Da-in has shared a heartfelt update on her second pregnancy, offering fans a glimpse into her life seven months along. The post, published on her personal social media account on May 19, 2024, featured a video and the caption “My Everything,” capturing a quiet moment of connection during her prenatal journey. … Read more

Mid-Interest Loan Share Halves at Korea’s 5 Major Banks

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South Korea’s major commercial banks have significantly reduced their issuance of mid-tier interest rate loans to households over the past two years, reflecting broader shifts in monetary policy and risk appetite amid a changing economic landscape. Data from financial regulators and banking associations indicate that the share of medium-risk consumer credit within total household lending … Read more

Korea to Install Domestic Solar Panels in 100,000 Apartments

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South Korea’s Ministry of Environment has launched an ambitious initiative to install small-scale solar panels on apartment balconies across the country, aiming to equip 100,000 households with plug-in photovoltaic systems by the end of 2025. The program, announced by Minister Kim Sung-hwan in early 2024, emphasizes the use of domestically manufactured solar kits to strengthen … Read more

He Announces Second Pregnancy, Due to Give Birth in July – Exclusive Update from OSEN

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South Korean Comedian Ahn Young-mi Announces Second Pregnancy, Due in July South Korean entertainer Ahn Young-mi has confirmed she is expecting her second child, with an anticipated due date in July 2025. The announcement was made through her agency, confirming earlier speculation following her recent public appearances alongside comedian Shin Dong-yup. Ahn, known for her … Read more

Tattoo Hygiene and Safety: Expert Insights from Tattooist Kim Do-yoon

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In South Korea, the practice of tattooing remains legally contentious, caught between cultural expression and medical regulation. Although tattoos have gained widespread social acceptance as a form of personal artistry, the law continues to classify the procedure as a medical act requiring a licensed physician’s authorization. This legal stance has placed tattoo artists in a … Read more