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100 Minute Debate: Focused Diagnosis of Police Negligent Investigation Controversy and Reform Tasks… Broadcasts at 11:20 PM on the 1st

MBC's '100 Minute Debate' will discuss police negligence, cover-ups, and reform measures following a series of controversial investigation cases and calls for systemic accountability.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.09.01

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Byeol-eun's Emotional Explosion: First OST 'Suddenly' for Naver Webtoon 'Day of the Bunker' Released

Singer-songwriter Byeol-eun has released "Suddenly," the first OST for the Naver Webtoon 'Day of the Bunker,' capturing the sudden surge of suppressed emotions.

Choi Sun-eun · 2026.09.01

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Utopian Studio Integrates Asian Subsidiary; Appoints Hyun Park as APAC President

Utopian Studio is expanding its Asia-Pacific presence by fully integrating its Asian subsidiary, Utopian Studio East, into its headquarters and appointing Hyun Park as the new APAC President.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.09.01

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Dong-A Pharmaceutical Selects Actor Namkoong Min as Model... Unveils 'Benachio Pro-Act' Digestive Aid Commercial

Dong-A Pharmaceutical has appointed actor Namkoong Min as the new face of its digestive aid brand 'Benachio Pro-Act' and launched a new advertising campaign. The campaign focuses on the product's functional differentiation to target the changing dietary habits of modern people.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.09.01

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Former Namyeong-dong Anti-Communist Investigation Office Tennis Court Transforms into a Cinema for Citizens… 2nd Film Festival to be Held on September 11

The former Namyeong-dong Anti-Communist Investigation Office tennis court, once a symbol of state violence, will host the 2nd Democracy and Human Rights Film Festival from September 11 to 13. The festival features 37 films, including 27 finalists from a new open call, and will include programs such as cine-talks and silent screenings using Bluetooth headsets.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.09.01

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EBS to Broadcast 'Special Live Analysis' of September Mock Evaluation to Analyze Question Trends and CSAT Strategies

EBS will broadcast live analysis sessions on September 2nd following the conclusion of each subject in the 2027 Academic Year September Mock Evaluation to help students assess their levels and prepare for the CSAT.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.09.01

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'Learning AI for the First Time' Episode 14, Questioning Methods to Awaken Scientific Curiosity... Airing at 9:20 AM on the 3rd

EBS 1TV will air the second lecture of the 'Science' series for the program 'Learning AI for the First Time' on September 3rd. The episode features Professor Won Seung-hyun, who teaches students how to use AI as a "questioning partner" to foster scientific inquiry rather than just seeking correct answers.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.09.01

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EBS Docuprime Transcription Project Proves 13% Improvement in Cognitive Ability Through One Month of Handwriting Training

The EBS 1TV program 'Docuprime' highlighted the educational value of handwriting, revealing that a month of transcription activities led to a 13% increase in cognitive ability among adults with mild cognitive impairment.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.09.01

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EBS to Broadcast 3 Series of Tailored AI Educational Content Starting September 2

The Ministry of Science and ICT, the Korea Foundation for the Advancement of Science and Creativity, and EBS are collaborating to launch AI educational content tailored for children, parents, and adults to enhance public AI literacy.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.09.01

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Brita Global Campaign 'Own Your Thing' Video Views Surpass 15 Million

Brita's global campaign 'Own Your Thing,' featuring Millie Bobby Brown, has exceeded 15.86 million cumulative video views. The campaign successfully modernized the brand's image and increased brand recall and purchase intent among consumers.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.09.01

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American-style consultant flies 20 hours to learn Korean image consulting

Luis Barahona, a male styling specialist from Costa Rica, traveled to Seoul to undergo intensive training in Korea's advanced personal color and fashion image consulting systems.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.09.01

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Yoon Hoo, Preparing for Military Enlistment, Grows from Cute Boy in 'Dad! Where Are We Going?' to Adult

Yoon Hoo, the son of singer Min-soo Yoon, has drawn public attention as he prepares for military enlistment and awaits the results of his KATUSA application.

Choi Sun-eun · 2026.09.01

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YouTuber Park Wi's Subscriber Count Plummets as Channel Videos Are Set to Private Following KTX Controversy

YouTuber Park Wi is facing a significant loss of subscribers and has set many of his past videos to private following criticism over a CCTV video regarding a KTX accident. The controversy stems from the way he portrayed the incident and the staff involved, leading him to step down from his role as a Seoul City ambassador.

Choi Sun-eun · 2026.09.01

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EBS '2026 Hello Rookie' Final 12 Teams Confirmed... Final Battle on September 30

EBS has finalized the 12 teams moving to the finals of its rookie musician discovery project, '2026 Hello Rookie,' following the conclusion of the last preliminary round.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

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MBC 'PD Note' Conducts In-depth Investigation into the Current State of Police Investigations Ahead of Independent Investigative Authority

MBC's 'PD Note' will air a special report on September 1st investigating the current state of police investigations, focusing on issues of negligence, corruption, and the need for external oversight as the police prepare to take full investigative authority.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

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PMI Conducts 2026 Trend Perception Survey: 20s via SNS, 50s via TV

A survey by research firm PMI reveals that different age groups discover trends through different channels, with 20-somethings primarily using YouTube and SNS, while those in their 50s rely on TV and portals.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

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Baritone Ahn Dae-hyun to Perform Complete Schubert Song Cycle at Seoul Arts Center on September 17

Baritone Ahn Dae-hyun will hold the fourth 'Liederabend Series' at the Seoul Arts Center Recital Hall on September 17 at 7:30 PM. The performance will feature the complete Schubert song cycle 'Die schöne Müllerin, D.795', accompanied by pianist Kim Eun-jin.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

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Free performances by emerging artists to be held for two days starting September 19 at Olympic Park's 88 Lake Waterfront Stage

Korea Sports Promotion Foundation will host the 'KB Joy Olpark Festival 2026' at Olympic Park from September 19 to 20, featuring major artists like Zico and Epik High, alongside free performances by emerging artists.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

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Hyundai Culture to Host Creative Chamber Music 'Yesterday's Folk Song, Today's Portrait' on September 6

Hyundai Culture and Piano On will present 'Reborn Folk: Heritage & Creation' on September 6 at the Dream Forest Art Center, featuring contemporary reinterpretations of traditional Korean folk songs.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

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Little Bus Tayo, 'Dispatch! Tayo and the Fire Rescue Team' to Premiere on September 2

The popular Korean animation 'Little Bus Tayo' is returning with a new series titled 'Dispatch! Tayo and the Fire Rescue Team,' which will begin airing on EBS 1TV on September 2, 2026. The series follows Tayo as an honorary rescue member solving incidents in Seoul City while facing a new villain.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

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“You are a bit old” — Broken at those words in her fifties, she stood up again with a single blog post

Author Jeong Som-gyeol's new book, "I Was Reborn at 50," chronicles her journey from being confined at home by depression to building a massive online community through blogging. The book provides practical steps on how she leveraged her life experience to overcome age discrimination and build a digital presence.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

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Theater Company Bae-Gwan-Gong Completes Premiere of New Work ‘To Leave Mother at a Temple’… Stage Depicting Mother-Daughter Reconciliation Receives Praise

Theater company Bae-Gwan-Gong successfully completed the premiere of the play ‘To Leave Mother at a Temple’ in Busan, which follows the journey of a mother and daughter seeking reconciliation.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

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Choi Jun Hee's small face even hidden by a cap... extraordinary proportions draw attention

Choi Jun Hee shared photos of her daily life visiting a clothing store on social media, showcasing her small face and impressive body proportions.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

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Tmoney ‘Tmoney for Everyone’ Campaign Wins Bronze at 2026 Effie Awards Korea

Tmoney Co., Ltd. announced that its brand marketing campaign ‘Tmoney for Everyone’ has won a bronze award in the Transport, Travel, and Tourism category at the 2026 Effie Awards Korea. The campaign successfully repositioned Tmoney from a simple transportation card to a comprehensive mobility platform, achieving significant increases in brand awareness and active users.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31