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DP on U.S. 'Shift in OPCON Transfer Conditions': "Must Quickly Meet Conditions and Transition" Forces Korea Commander Gen. Xavier Brunson mentioning changes in conditions for the transfer of wartime operational control , "There is no change in our basic stance that we must quickly fulfill the conditions and transition." Asked by reporters at the National Assembly that day about the party's stance on Gen. SBS Oct 17, 2026 5:20 PM

Kim Hong-min and Kim Ga-i Win Domestic Men's and Women's Titles at Gyeongju International Marathon Kim completed the 42.195-kilometer course in 2 hours, 19 minutes, and 34 seconds at the Gyeongju International Marathon held today across Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang Province, securing the domestic men's championship. SBS Oct 17, 2026 5:18 PM

1.48 Million Visitors Flock to See 'Bukang-i' Shark, Proving Enduring Popularity In a way, the shark has been "living a month in Busan." Visitors lined the railings of the artificial waterway and the pedestrian bridge crossing it, busy filming Bukang-i as it swam leisurely. SBS Oct 17, 2026 5:09 PM

"Did the Same Work as Regular Employees": Former KHNP Interns Lose Lawsuit The Seoul Central District Court's Civil Division 42 (Presiding Judge Choi Nu-rim) recently ruled against the plaintiffs in a damages suit filed by 2,490 employees against KHNP. SBS Oct 17, 2026 4:47 PM

PPP Slams Choo Mi-ae's 'Since You Want an Apology' Remark as "Arrogant to the End" ▲ People Power Party Chief Spokesperson Park SUNGHOON The People Power Party cri… SBS Oct 17, 2026 4:41 PM

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"Babe, Please Wire Me the Money": Text Message Controversy Leads to Distance Over "Not Being Family" Kimberly Guilfoyle, the U.S. Ambassador to Greece, has resigned following a corruption scandal. SBS Oct 17, 2026 4:18 PM

BOJ Governor Ueda: "Cannot Tolerate Further Inflation," Signals Continued Rate Hikes Speaking at a press conference in Bangkok, Thailand, where the Group of 20 finance ministers and central bank governors meeting was held on October 16 local time, Governor Ueda said regarding the BOJ's target for underlying inflation, "It is generally close to 2%," adding, "We cannot tolerate any further rise." Regarding financial conditions, Governor Ueda noted that accommodative conditions have persisted even after last month's rate hike, explaining, "We will continue to adjust the degree of monetary accommodation through policy rate hikes." Asked about his meeting with U.S. SBS Oct 17, 2026 4:00 PM

Oil Tanker Struck by Unidentified Projectile Off Saudi Coast; Crew Evacuated The UKMTO added that all crew members have been evacuated and are safe, and no environmental damage has been reported. SBS Oct 17, 2026 3:57 PM

Swimmer in Their 50s Rescued Safely After Going Missing During Group Open-Water Swim The Sacheon Coast Guard dispatched patrol boats and rescue teams to search the area, successfully rescuing A, a swimmer in their 50s, who was found drifting 1.8 kilometers northwest of the initial report location just 20 minutes after the report was filed. SBS Oct 17, 2026 3:54 PM

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"Deep Regret If My Intention Was Misunderstood"... Visiting Mortuary, Apologizes for 'Straw' Remark Fire Inspector Kim Jin-seok, who was transferred to a hospital in a state of cardiac arrest from a factory fire site in Bucheon, Gyeonggi Province, on the 16th, passed away during treatment today . SBS Oct 17, 2026 3:49 PM