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South Korea Considers Restricting SNS Access for Children Under 14 As many countries around the world introduce policies to prevent teenagers from becoming overly immersed in social media, the South Korean government has also begun reviewing regulatory measures. SBS Jul 17, 2026 2:12 PM

Men Died, But Kim So-young Claims, "My Dreams Were Shattered Because My Identity Was Revealed" It has been revealed that Kim So-young, who is currently on trial for the "Gangbuk Motel Serial Drug Murder" case, claimed in a written statement submitted to the court that "my dreams were shattered because my identity was revealed." According to lawyer Nam Eon-ho, who represents the bereaved families of the victims, Kim wrote in a recent handwritten statement submitted to the court, "I wanted to learn the business under my mother, but my dreams were shattered after my identity was made public." Kim also wrote about plans for after serving the sentence, stating, "I intend to work in delivery or similar jobs once I finish my sentence so as not to be a burden to my mother." Kim is charged with injuring four men by giving them drug-laced drinks starting in August of last year, and killing two other men using the same method in late January and early February of this year. SBS Jul 17, 2026 12:43 PM

Fire at Plywood Factory in Asan, South Chungcheong Province; 3 Employees Injured A fire broke out at a plywood manufacturing factory in Inju-myeon, Asan, South Chungcheong Province, at approximately 7:20 a.m. SBS Jul 17, 2026 10:58 AM

Identity of 'Nude Murderer' Revealed as 24-Year-Old Jung Jae-hwan... "Police Encountered Him but Let Him Go" The identity of 24-year-old Jung Jae-hwan, who stabbed his friend to death at an apartment in Gyeongsan, Gyeongsangbuk-do, earlier this month, has been released. SBS Jul 17, 2026 10:50 AM

"Left Without Water After Closure"... A Visit to the Closed Homeplus We begin our Morning Hot Topics, delivering the most compelling news every morning. SBS Jul 17, 2026 10:50 AM

"Degrading Korean Women?" Stephen Chow's 'Kung Fu Soccer' Sparks Controversy Let's take a look at our third hot topic. Many of you are likely familiar with the movie Shaolin Soccer, starring actor and director Stephen Chow. SBS Jul 17, 2026 10:35 AM

First Baby Born from 'I Am Solo' Temple Program According to the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism Social Welfare Foundation on July 17, a couple in their 30s who met through the program welcomed a healthy son yesterday. SBS Jul 17, 2026 10:01 AM

Half-Price Water Park Tickets Available Only Until Today... Valid Through July 31 Here is the final piece of useful news for you. It is about a half-price discount for water parks. SBS Jul 17, 2026 10:00 AM

Despite Claims of Not Knowing Victim, 'Traces' Found on Jang Yoon-gi's Phone The police special investigation team has announced that they have uncovered circumstances suggesting that Jang Yoon-gi knew the victim, the late Lee Chae-won, long before the crime took place. SBS Jul 17, 2026 9:44 AM

"Feared Disciplinary Action Two Years Before Retirement"... Investigation Team Leader Admits, "I Gave the Order" As evidence of police downplaying and covering up the Jang Yoon-gi case continues to emerge, it has been reported that the investigation team leader, who is suspected of destroying evidence, told police that he was afraid of facing disciplinary action. SBS Jul 17, 2026 9:44 AM