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News Briefing: Key Headlines of the Day <First Interest Rate Hike in 3.5 Years Amid High Inflation> 1. The Bank of Korea has raised the base interest rate by 0.25 percentage points to 2.75% per annum, marking a shift toward a tightening policy for the first time in three years and six months. SBS Jul 16, 2026 2:19 PM

Japan Avoids Direct Response to UNESCO Criticism Over Inadequate Sado Mine Exhibits When asked at a press conference about how the Japanese government plans to respond to the criticism that the historical exhibits at the Sado Mine are insufficient, Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara, the Japanese government spokesperson, sidestepped the question, stating, "As a government, we have taken the resolutions made at the time of registration seriously and have responded in good faith." The UNESCO World Heritage Committee stated in a draft decision circulated to member states the previous day that it had reached this recommendation after evaluating the State of Conservation report for the Sado Mine submitted by Japan. SBS Jul 16, 2026 2:18 PM

"Is There Anything Wrong With Having Money?" Ahn Bo-hyun and Jung Eun-chae's 'Flex x Cop 2' Drops Explosive 2nd Teaser "Flex x Cop 2" has unveiled a second teaser video, showcasing its thrilling charm. SBS Star Jul 16, 2026 2:11 PM

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Financial Services Commission Chair Promises Measures Amid Stock Market Volatility, Details Remain Vague As domestic and international criticism mounts, pointing to single-stock leveraged products as a primary cause of recent extreme stock market volatility, Financial Services Commission Chairman Lee Eok-won announced today that supplementary measures will be prepared and announced in the near future. SBS Jul 16, 2026 1:46 PM

'No Other Choice' Extended Cut Arrives: 19 Minutes of New Footage Released on IPTV Director Park Chan-wook's film "No Other Choice" is set to be released in an extended version. SBS Star Jul 16, 2026 1:43 PM

Kane on Potential Final World Cup: "Too Early to Say, Look at Messi" England suffered a 2-1 comeback defeat against Argentina in the tournament's semifinal match held in Atlanta, USA, today, missing out on a spot in the final and moving to the third-place play-off. SBS Jul 16, 2026 1:42 PM

Japan Says It Will "Closely Monitor" UNESCO Deliberations on Sado Mine Recommendation In a draft decision released yesterday evaluating the state of conservation report for the Sado Mine submitted by Japan, the World Heritage Committee stated, "Consult closely with concerned parties to comprehensively address the entire history throughout the period of mine operation, and improve interpretation and presentation strategies and facilities at the site." This is interpreted as a request for Japan to improve upon the fact that it has not properly informed the public about the forced labor of Koreans, contrary to the promise made when the Japanese government registered the Sado Mine as a World Heritage site. SBS Jul 16, 2026 1:40 PM

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The Unexpected Identity of the Baby in the Bathtub: A 19-Year-Old Connection Revealed Lionel Messi, the "God of Football," is seen with long hair, wearing a white outfit, as he washes a baby in a plastic bathtub. SBS Jul 16, 2026 1:39 PM

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Google Korea President Kim Kyoung-hoon: "AI Is Moving Toward a Stage of Sharing Work with Humans" [Biz Insight] From industries to our daily lives, the biggest topic of our time is undoubtedly AI. SBS Jul 16, 2026 1:27 PM

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“It Was My Choice and My Responsibility”: Thomas Tuchel Responds to Criticism Over ‘Extreme Defensive Tactics’ England, which had been aiming for its first World Cup title in 60 years, was eliminated after a 1-2 comeback loss to Argentina in the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on July 16 . SBS Jul 16, 2026 1:27 PM