- The GNP is to set up a special prosecutors’ investigation into recent scandals involving president’s aides.

- GNP lawmaker Lee Myung-kyu claimed that state-run companies have, intentionally or accidentally, not paid taxes of up to W570 bn since 2000.

- FSC public information officer Hong Young-man said broadcasters should get prior permission for an interview of any FSC employee.

- A revised law will allow a male worker shorter working hours by 15-30 hours a week or a guaranteed three-day paternity leave. Companies that do not abide by the new rules are fined up to W20m.

- Samsung Group is said to give pink slip to as many as 5,000 employees within this year and CEOs who failed to perform well are expected to be replaced.

- A KBS drama ‘Sayooksin,’ which depicts King’s loyalists in Chosun Dynasty, will be aired in North Korea at the end of this year.

- A court hearing for Hanhwa CEO Kim Seung-yeon will be held at 2:00 pm this afternoon.

- Prosecutor’s started an investigation into an entertainment investment company involving the youngest son of Kim Woo-joong, former Daewoo CEO, for suspicious money dealings which amounts to W10bn.