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Prosecutors Seek 5-Year Prison Term for Eldest Son of Former Lawmaker Thae Yong-ho in 1.4 Billion Won Crypto Fraud Case The prosecution made the request today during the first trial for the defendant, surnamed Thae, held at the Seoul Central District Court (presided over by Judge Heo Jeong-ryong) on charges including fraud under the Act on the Aggravated Punishment, etc. SBS Jul 7, 2026 3:13 PM

Yoon Suk Yeol's Side Files Opinion Opposing Live Broadcast of Supreme Court Ruling on Obstruction of Arrest Charges Former President Yoon Suk Yeol's side submitted an opinion to the Supreme Court … SBS Jul 7, 2026 3:07 PM

Police Officer Who Inspired 'The Roundup' Character Ma Seok-do Faces Potential Prison Time for DUI A police officer who served as the inspiration for the detective character Ma Seok-do in the film series The Roundup faces a prosecution request for a prison sentence. SBS Jul 7, 2026 3:05 PM

Jeju Police Book Hagwi Nonghyup Managers Over Fatal Forklift Accident The Jeju Provincial Police Agency, which is investigating the fatal forklift accident that occurred at the Hagwi Nonghyup Hanaro Mart last month, has booked managers of the agricultural cooperative on charges of professional negligence resulting in death. SBS Jul 7, 2026 3:05 PM

Prime Minister Han Sung-sook: "Maximum Guarantee for Freedom of Expression, Firm Response to False Manipulated Information" Prime Minister Han Sung-sook said today regarding the enforcement of the revised Information and Communications Network Act, "The government will guarantee the maximum freedom of expression for legitimate criticism and diverse opinions, but will respond firmly to clear false manipulated information and illegal activities." Prime Minister Han made the remarks during her opening statement at a cabinet meeting held at the Government Complex Seoul this morning. SBS Jul 7, 2026 3:00 PM

KOSPI Plummets Over 8%, Trading Halted by Circuit Breaker Following Sidecar The KOSPI plunged by more than 8% during trading today , triggering a circuit breaker that temporarily halted all stock trading. SBS Jul 7, 2026 2:59 PM

'Agent Kim Reactivated' Shatters Records: The K-Drama Phenomenon Capturing Even the Most Elusive Viewers Amidst the challenges currently facing terrestrial miniseries, "Agent Kim Reactivated" is rewriting K-Drama history with a phenomenal early run. SBS Star Jul 7, 2026 2:54 PM

Mayor Min Hyung-bae: "Semiconductor Industrial Complex Can Begin Before Military Airport Relocation" The government has selected the Gwangju Military Airport site for the Honam region semiconductor cluster. SBS Jul 7, 2026 2:49 PM

"A Mature Evolution for Peter Parker": 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Promises a Fresh Start The film 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' is set to deliver not only spectacular action but also a narrative of growth for a more mature Peter Parker and Spider-Man. SBS Entertainment News Jul 7, 2026 2:45 PM

Prosecutors Launch Probe into Alleged Collusion Between Murder Suspect's Father and Police The prosecution, which holds direct investigative authority over misconduct cases involving police officers, has launched a probe into allegations of collusion between the father of Jang Yoon-gi , a suspect in a high school girl's murder, and the police investigation team. SBS Jul 7, 2026 2:35 PM