China’s CXMT IPO shakes memory chip market as SK hynix experiences decline

On July 27th, Beijing-based memory chipmaker ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT) had successfully raised 12.56 trillion won in an initial public offering (IPO) shortly before the shares of South Korean semiconductor giant SK hynix plunged nearly 14% on that day as investors became worried about how China expanding its chip industry could change the global memory market.

Science & Technology 2026.08.11 22:44 Isabel Jeong

How social media affects students’ study habits

Two students with different social media habits both admitted that scrolling, notifications, and short-form videos can easily interrupt studying, while a middle school teacher emphasized that self-discipline and time management may matter more than screen time alone.

Education 2026.08.10 20:19 Chris Jun Park

Stüssy announces their first pop-up store in Jeju

Streetwear brand Stüssy is set to hold its first Jeju pop-up store from July 31 to August 31, 2026, following the announcement by local art initiative Project Mokyotang on Instagram on July 20.

Life & Style 2026.08.08 20:00 Jiho Yang

For workers with disabilities, returning to the office can be a health risk

On July 10, 2026, the United States District Judge ordered the United States Department of Justice to restore remote work accommodations for two employees with disabilities while their lawsuits are still pending.

People & Events 2026.08.08 07:14 Daniel Moon

Michelle Steel assumed her post as the 26th U.S. ambassador to Korea

On July 30th, Michelle Steel, a former member of the U.S. House of Representatives for California, officially assumed her post as the 26th U.S. ambassador to Korea, ending an 18-month diplomatic vacancy followed by the departure of Phillip Goldberg in 2025.

People & Events 2026.08.07 20:20 MinSeop (Mason) Kim

AI is transforming animal testing for new drug development

On July 14, 2026, Nature Biotechnology published an article explaining how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the future of animal testing.

Science & Technology 2026.08.07 03:24 Esther Kim

High school students gain career insight through summer medical shadowing

Interviews conducted on June 24 with local high school students and healthcare professionals revealed growing interest in medical shadowing and internship opportunities during summer break.

Education 2026.08.05 16:04 Daeun Shin

Teenagers are struggling to get enough sleep

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) 2023 Youth Risk Behavior Survey, approximately 77% of U.S. high school students reported not getting enough sleep on school nights, making insufficient sleep one of the main health concerns teenagers face today.

Life & Style 2026.08.05 15:00 William Kim

U.S. experiences a salmonella outbreak linked to shell eggs

As of July 23, 2026, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is investigating a new salmonella outbreak, according to Food Safety News.

People & Events 2026.08.05 03:00 Chloe Yeona Choi

Dismissal of chief ICC prosecutor brings questions to internal credibility

On July 24, 2026, the International Criminal Court removed its chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, for the first time in its 24-year history due to findings of serious misconduct, marking an unprecedented moment for the institution.

People & Events 2026.08.03 02:28 Chaewon Lee