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6 in 10 Koreans Believe Prosecutors Need Supplementary Investigation Powers, Poll Shows According to a survey of 1,000 adults aged 18 and older nationwide conducted by Hangil Research commissioned by Cookie News from July 1 to 3, 62.5% of respondents answered that prosecutors' supplementary investigation powers are "necessary." Those who answered "not necessary" accounted for 31.8%, while 5.8% responded "don't know." Responses stating that supplementary investigation powers are necessary recorded a majority regardless of supporting political parties and political orientation. SBS Aug 5, 2026 11:34 AM

"Faint Cries of Starving Babies Fill Afghan Health Centers" According to foreign media reports, including AFP and AP, on the 5th , John Aylieff, the World Food Programme Country Director in Afghanistan, stated in a statement the previous day that "14 million Afghans are currently suffering from severe hunger," adding that "child malnutrition, in particular, is spiraling out of control." He added, "This crisis is worsening day by day," and "Tragically, it is a situation we are powerless to stop." Currently in Afghanistan, the number of children rushed to medical centers belatedly due to malnutrition has surged, while cases of death due to delayed treatment are also increasing. SBS Aug 5, 2026 11:34 AM

President Lee Tells Unification Ministry to Maintain Peaceful Coexistence Policy Despite Lack of Response President Lee Jae-myung told the Ministry of Unification that it must "continue its policies of peace and coexistence, even though it may be difficult." Presiding over the policy briefings for the Ministry of Unification, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of National Defense, and Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs at the Blue House, President Lee encouraged officials by saying, "(Given the lack of response from North Korea), the Ministry of Unification may feel like it is shouting into an empty canyon with no echo. SBS Aug 5, 2026 11:29 AM

Yoo Yeonseok Fails to Overturn 3 Billion Won Tax Bill After 6 Billion Won Assessment Was Cut: "It's Not Over Yet" Actor Yoo Yeonseok has lost his second tax appeal against the National Tax Service . SBS Star Aug 5, 2026 11:22 AM

'Odyssey' Director Christopher Nolan Wears Arirang Tie on Red Carpet: "I Love Korea" The key figures of the film "Odyssey"—director Christopher Nolan, producer Emma Thomas, and actors Matt Damon and Charlize Theron—have wrapped up their visit to South Korea, concluding with a red carpet event alongside fans. SBS Entertainment News Aug 5, 2026 11:21 AM

Yoo Yeon-seok Fails to Overturn Tax Bill Reduced from W6 Billion to W3 Billion... "Procedures Not Over Yet" Actor Yoo Yeon-seok (real name Ahn Yeon-seok) has lost his second appeal against the National Tax Service. SBS Entertainment News Aug 5, 2026 11:19 AM

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GP Guards Armed with Empty Rifles and Unauthorized Removal in Rear Units Spark Security Concerns It has been confirmed that the Army's 1st Corps, responsible for guarding the foremost frontline of the western front, has carried out guard duty at Guard Posts and General Outposts for years without loading live ammunition into personal firearms. SBS Aug 5, 2026 11:18 AM

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"Driving with Grandpa": Child in Driver's Seat Leaves Netizens Stunned A grandfather allegedly let a young child take the steering wheel, raising serious safety concerns. SBS Aug 5, 2026 11:14 AM

DPK Promises Full Efforts to Anchor New Criminal Justice System, Vows Thorough Follow-up Legislation ▲ Acting Democratic Party of Korea leader and Floor Leader Han Byung-do speaks d… SBS Aug 5, 2026 11:13 AM

Cho Kuk Calls for Holding Key Officials Accountable for Single-Stock Leverage ETFs ▲ Cho Kuk, head of the Innovation Policy Institute of the Rebuilding Korea Party… SBS Aug 5, 2026 11:13 AM