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"The Hottest High School in Korea": Surge in Inquiries for Specialized Semiconductor School The newspaper introduced the school as the oldest of the four Meister high schools in South Korea specialized in the semiconductor industry, having been designated as a Meister school for semiconductor equipment in 2010. SBS Jun 27, 2026 8:10 PM

Two More South Korean Vessels Escape Strait of Hormuz, Three Remain The Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries announced today that "two vessels operated by South Korean shipping companies, which had been waiting inside the Strait of Hormuz, have passed through the strait and are now sailing normally." There are four South Korean crew members on board these two ships. SBS Jun 27, 2026 11:09 AM

Gas Prices in South Korea Fall for 6th Consecutive Week, Averaging 2,007 Won With the government implementing the 7th reduction in maximum petroleum price ceilings, domestic fuel prices are expected to continue their downward trend next week. SBS Jun 27, 2026 9:12 AM

The Rise of 'Hybrids': New Car Competition Heats Up as Chinese Automakers Target Korea New vehicles equipped with cutting-edge technology are being unveiled today at the Busan Mobility Show. SBS Jun 27, 2026 7:54 AM

Three Mega-Projects Announced: Key Challenges for the 'Honam Semiconductor' Cluster Next Monday, President Lee Jae-myung will preside over a national report meeting where corporate investment plans, dubbed the three mega-projects, will be unveiled. SBS Jun 27, 2026 6:32 AM

KOSPI Plummets 5.8% as Circuit Breaker Triggered for Second Time This Week Yesterday, the KOSPI plunged by 5.8%, triggering a circuit breaker that temporarily halted trading. SBS Jun 27, 2026 6:29 AM

Government Lowers Oil Price Caps for First Time; Prices Expected to Drop to 1,800 Won Range The government has decided to lower the 7th oil price caps by 150 won per liter, effective today, June 27. SBS Jun 27, 2026 6:27 AM