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"Surging Fourfold in Three Weeks" Weeks Ahead of Schedule... Is a "Twindemic" Looming? The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency is reportedly considering adjusting the vaccination schedule for high-risk groups, such as the immunocompromised, ahead of the national influenza vaccination campaign slated for the 21st. SBS Sep 14, 2026 11:28 AM

Delayed GTX-C Line to Break Ground Tomorrow: Suwon to Cheongnyangi in 30 Minutes (Photo courtesy of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, Yonhap News) The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport announced today that the Metropolitan Express Railway Line C , which had been delayed due to construction cost issues, will break ground tomorrow . SBS Sep 14, 2026 11:20 AM

Mother Dies in Fire-Ravaged Home After Son Jumps to Safety A fire broke out at an apartment in Buan, Jeollabuk-do, early this morning . The blaze left a woman in her 40s dead and her 7-year-old son severely injured. SBS Sep 14, 2026 10:53 AM

Choo Mi-ae on Halting Postnatal Care Subsidies: "An Inevitable Choice After Repeated Discussions" Gyeonggi Province Governor Choo Mi-ae asked for understanding on the 13th regarding the province's decision to terminate its postnatal care subsidy support program, calling it an "inevitable choice." Governor Choo stated her position on her Facebook page that day, saying, "This year's budget was initially allocated for only nine months, and with no funds left to cover the three-month gap, we could not halt children's meals or support for persons with disabilities and vulnerable groups. SBS Sep 14, 2026 10:49 AM

Court Rules Expulsion of High School Student Valid for Unwanted Contact, Assault Against Ex-Girlfriend The 1st Civil Division of the Busan District Court Eastern Branch (Presiding Judge Lee Jae-chan) announced today that it has dismissed a lawsuit filed by high school student A seeking to nullify his expulsion against the school foundation. SBS Sep 14, 2026 10:21 AM

"25% Phone Bill Discount Starting Today"? Check First Before Applying Rumors have been circulating on social media recently claiming that people can get a massive discount on their mobile phone bills starting today. SBS Sep 14, 2026 9:57 AM

"Chuseok Holiday Is Too Short"... Will It Be Designated as a Temporary Holiday? You must be hearing a lot of people around you saying this year's Chuseok holiday is short. SBS Sep 14, 2026 9:57 AM

Don't Speak, Just Press... 'Survival Tips' Revealed Concerns over violent crimes are growing. Here are some response methods you can use to protect yourself. SBS Sep 14, 2026 9:57 AM

"It Keeps Happening, It's a Burden"... Why Small Business Owners Are Struggling Restaurants and cafes often provide amenities such as aprons, wet wipes, and straws. SBS Sep 14, 2026 9:57 AM

"Don't Wear Suits"... Heated Debate Over Interview Dress Codes The government has announced guidelines advising applicants to avoid wearing suits for national civil service job interviews. SBS Sep 14, 2026 9:57 AM