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Joint Investigation Headquarters Raids 9 Election Commission Offices to Probe Vote Count Modification Guidelines Regarding suspicions of false voter turnout entries, the joint police-prosecution investigation headquarters has conducted massive raids on nine election commission offices nationwide. SBS Aug 7, 2026 11:37 PM

Scorching Heat Hits Furry Animals Hard... Panting Despite Special Ice Treats Amid consecutive heatwaves, not only people but also animals are exhausted and losing energy. SBS Aug 7, 2026 11:26 PM

5 Wildfires in Less Than a Week amid Severe Drought and Water Shortages As prolonged scorching heat dries out mountains and fields, the risk of summer wildfires is growing. SBS Aug 7, 2026 11:19 PM

Even 'Super Tropical Nights' Hit... How Long Will the Scorching Night Heat Last? With the scorching heat refusing to cool down even at night, tropical nights are expected to continue in most parts of the country today . SBS Aug 7, 2026 11:07 PM

Crimson-Red Downtown... Seoul Exceeds 40°C for First Time in 8 Years Seoul's daytime temperature soared to 38°C , marking the 4th hottest August day on record since weather observations began. SBS Aug 7, 2026 10:44 PM

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Hottest 'Ipchu' on Record; Up to 150 mm of Torrential Rain in East Coast This Weekend The extreme heat will ease slightly starting tomorrow , but sweltering weather around 35°C is set to continue. SBS Aug 7, 2026 9:38 PM

Japan Stirred by Allegations That KFA Provided Sexual Escort Services, Even Revealing Names Amid allegations that the Korea Football Association provided sexual entertainment to referees, the revelation that Japanese referees were among the targets has drawn intense interest in Japan. SBS Aug 7, 2026 8:52 PM

"A Man Weeping Loudly on the Street" Not Ignored... Finally Reunited After 30 Years Exhausted by relentless heatwaves, a homeless man in his 50s who was crying on the street has returned to the arms of his family after 30 years, thanks to police assistance. SBS Aug 7, 2026 8:52 PM

"Air Conditioning for Criminals?" 1.2 Billion Won Plan Canceled Amid Public Outlash, Sparking Concerns Over Guards' Working Conditions Amid record-breaking heatwaves with temperatures hovering around 40°C, the Ministry of Justice has temporarily suspended a project to reinforce air conditioning facilities in correctional institutions, which was scheduled to be carried out with a budget of 1.2 billion won this year. SBS Aug 7, 2026 8:34 PM