Latest Google Trends Keyword Analysis and National Recommendation - June 10, 2025 (3)

National Recommendation System

President Lee Jae-myung announced on the 10th that a public recommendation system for ministers and heads of public institutions will be introduced. This system allows citizens to recommend candidates for key public positions for a week, providing an opportunity for the public to directly participate in personnel matters. Through this, the administration aims to promote a "find the real worker" project. The presidential office plans to strengthen the government of popular sovereignty through this system.

Health Insurance

Recently, the controversy regarding the free-riding of foreign individuals on health insurance has resurfaced before the presidential election, and some are countering with claims of a financial surplus from foreign health insurance. The National Health Insurance Service is continuing in-depth discussions on this issue, which has become a pressing matter. Meanwhile, the Lee Jae-myung administration is pushing policies aimed at reducing the burden on patients, which will include the expansion of coverage for new drugs and improvements to the health insurance registration system for treatments of rare diseases. Additionally, there are plans for increases in health insurance premiums and medical fees, leading to growing interest in how these related policies will be implemented.

National Institute of Ecology

The National Institute of Ecology is currently carrying out various activities to promote ecotourism and conserve biodiversity. In particular, to support the local economy, they are promoting eco-friendly projects by inviting influencers to introduce the ecology center. In Jeju, an international conference is being held to seek nature-based solutions to the climate crisis and biodiversity loss, while in Seoul, the Eco Platform Seoul, an ecological exhibition and education center, has been established to promote ecological culture in urban areas. Additionally, they aim to create a national consensus on environmental and ecological issues through an ecological literature contest and are also collaborating to strengthen wild bird protection activities through an agreement with KCC Glass.

KEPCO

Korea Electric Power Corporation is conducting various activities for the local community and the environment. The Daegu headquarters plans to hold a free Hope Sharing Concert in Gyeongju on June 18, and in Yulgu-dong, Gimcheon City, it has conducted a Healthy Stream Project event in collaboration with Korea Electric Technology. In addition, the Gyeongbuk headquarters is contributing to the community by donating household appliances to facilities for people with disabilities. However, there are growing concerns about maintaining profitability as Korea Electric's debt repayment speed has slowed down, and it ranked first in brand reputation surveys in June. Recently, the stock price has shown a sharp surge, recovering to the 31,000 won level.

Lee Hee-jae

First-generation fashion model Lee Hee-jae (73 years old) passed away on the 9th after battling bile duct cancer. Lee Hee-jae, who enjoyed great popularity from the 1970s to the 1990s, was also famous for the Lee Hee-jae diet, and news of his passing was communicated by his family on the 10th. Lee Hee-jae was regarded as the matriarch of the modeling industry and reportedly expressed a desire to become a model again even if he were to be reborn.

Lululemon

Lululemon Athletica (NAS: LULU) lowered its annual performance forecast due to uncertainties surrounding tariffs between the US and China, resulting in an 18% drop in pre-market stock price. However, the company reported a 30% increase in third-quarter revenue compared to the previous year. Furthermore, Lululemon is hosting a campaign in Seongsu-dong to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Align collection launch and has announced a five-year plan to achieve further success. However, Morgan Stanley has downgraded Lululemon's stock rating, drawing attention in the market.

Gyeongju

Today (the 5th), Gyeongju, Gyeongbuk recorded the highest temperature of the year at 34.1 degrees, marking a day when health management should be taken seriously. On the same day, Gyeongju opened the 2025 Agricultural Technology Expo, and the 18th Citizen's Day celebration was successfully held. In addition, Gyeongju City is actively conducting environmental maintenance activities for a clean sea, and various community and cultural activities are being actively carried out, such as visiting the Korean American Association in New York for APEC promotion.

Gyeongju Mayor

Mayor Joo Nak-young of Gyeongju came under controversy after stating that the group god was out of date, and he issued an apology through social media on the 9th. He made the remark during the recording of KBS2's 'Immortal Songs: Gyeongju APEC Special,' which sparked a strong backlash from fans. In his apology, he acknowledged that his comments caused discomfort and stated that he had no intention to belittle, but the fandom's response remains negative.

Hong Kong Banjum

Dobong Korea's Chinese restaurant Hong Kong Banjum is running a discount event offering Jajangmyeon for 3,900 won through a national support campaign. This aims to convey a message of encouragement to consumers at an affordable price and to boost sales for franchise stores. The discount started four days ago, with CEO Baek Jong-won actively promoting it himself. In this campaign, various dishes are also being offered at discounted prices, attracting consumer interest.

Jogyesa Temple Fire

At around 10:22 AM on the 10th, a fire broke out in the international conference room on the second floor of the Korean Buddhism History and Culture Memorial Hall within Jogyesa Temple in Jongno, Seoul, leading to an emergency evacuation of monks and staff. The fire department issued a first-phase response immediately after the fire broke out and began suppression efforts, and fortunately, there were no reported casualties. Monk Damhwa, the head of Jogyesa Temple, also confirmed that there was no damage and that all evacuees were safely evacuated.

rm

RM (Kim Nam-joon) and V (Kim Tae-hyung) of BTS have completed their military service and were discharged together on the 10th. The two members offered a salute to reporters and fans during the discharge event held in Chuncheon, Gangwon Province, sharing their thoughts on their return. RM commemorated the special moment with a saxophone performance. As a result, BTS's full group activities are set to resume soon, with Jimin and Jungkook scheduled to be discharged on the 11th and Suga on the 21st. Excitement is building for the reunion with fans.

Jollibee

Jollibee Foods Corporation, a leading fast food company in the Philippines, has signed a final agreement to acquire a 70% stake in the South Korean coffee franchise, Compose Coffee, accelerating its expansion in the food service market. Through this transaction, Jollibee aims to strengthen its position in the global market and pursue strategies to stabilize its performance. Currently, Jollibee owns 100% of Compose Coffee, and this acquisition is interpreted as targeting the coffee demand in the South Korean market.

Jeju Island

Jeju Special Self-Governing Province participated in the UCLG ASPAC Asia-Pacific Executive Committee meeting held in Boracay, Philippines from June 9 to 12, 2025, sharing the achievements of major projects such as last year's Global Youth Creative Residency and youth intangible cultural heritage education as the chair city of the Culture Committee. They also announced plans for the Art and Divinity Global Youth Creative Residency scheduled for October. Additionally, Jeju delivered a letter of friendship to the Governor of Aklan, Philippines, formalizing its commitment to strengthening cooperation in the fields of environment, culture, and blue economy, as well as enhancing cultural exchanges in the Asia-Pacific region.

Jeon Somi

Singer Jeon Somi announced that she will hold a solo fan meeting in July, raising expectations for her meeting with fans. The fan meeting poster has been released, and she mentioned that she plans to launch a new formula lip gloss following the popular product, highlighter. Recently, Jeon Somi attracted attention by posting a photo emphasizing her S-line on social media, and she is also gaining recognition for her thrilling performance on stage with Jay Park.

dodgers

The St. Louis Cardinals secured a 5-0 shutout victory against the Los Angeles Dodgers, establishing themselves as a team to watch as the season approaches its midpoint, while the Dodgers placed starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin on the injured list, further worsening their pitching depth. The Dodgers' lineup failed to capitalize on opportunities, and new pitcher Justin Lobereski struggled, leading to the defeat.

parents

The San Diego Padres are actively seeking trades to address roster deficiencies as the Major League Baseball (MLB) trade deadline approaches, with reports linking them to a former MVP and five-time All-Star outfielder. Recently, they recorded their 11th shutout victory in a series against the Milwaukee Brewers, and Manny Machado hit another home run. The Padres faced the San Francisco Giants in a four-game series, resulting in a tie, and the status of injured players Luis Arraez and Jackson Bogaerts is also being monitored.

nhl

Recently, several news items related to the NHL have been reported. The Hughes brothers, Quinn, Jack, and Luke, along with NHL legends Henrik Lundqvist and Jaromir Jagr, will attend the fan festival in New York. Additionally, Brad Marchand scored the game-winning goal in double overtime as the Florida Panthers defeated the Edmonton Oilers. Furthermore, Marco Sturm has been appointed as the head coach of the Boston Bruins, and the Dallas Stars have dismissed Peter DeBoer and are seeking a new direction. Meanwhile, the Oilers have fallen into a maze of losses, struggling with consecutive issues in the second game of the playoffs.

jey uso

The 2025 WWE Money in the Bank will take place at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, featuring a tag team match where Cody Rhodes and Jay Uso will face John Cena and Logan Paul as the main event. Recently, Jay Uso has defended his title as the world heavyweight champion against Gunther and is also facing threats from Seth Rollins. WWE fans are showing great interest in real-time updates and results from the event.

denzel clarke

Oakland Athletics rookie outfielder Denzel Clarke is making headlines with his impressive defense. He showcased an incredible catch that was deemed the best play I've ever seen during a game against the Orioles, adding another spectacular moment to the highlight reel. Clarke has continued to impress with his performances, including stealing a home run in a game against the Blue Jays in Toronto, drawing significant attention to his growth.

wwe raw

Recently on WWE Raw, R-Truth was released, and Seth Rollins' faction interrupted the main event, creating a tense atmosphere as the Money in the Bank weekend qualifiers unfolded. Additionally, there was a special moment featuring WWE's female characters and a match with CM Punk that drew attention, and fans are growing excited for the next episode, which is set to feature a World Heavyweight Championship match.

mariners

The Seattle Mariners have recently attracted attention by recording runs in their games, and news came in that the team's pitcher, Trent Thornton, has returned from injury. However, the overall offensive strength of the Mariners is underwhelming, and Randy Arozarena's slump is noticeable. Additionally, an ESPN MLB expert has proposed an unreasonable trade between the Mariners and the Boston Red Sox, and it has also been reported that a high-profile prospect for the Mariners has canceled a scheduled appearance. Some commentators remark that the Mariners should focus on bolstering their pitching rather than their offense before the trade deadline.

Is Fortnite down

The Fortnite servers are currently down for periodic maintenance, and after the latest update v35.10 was implemented, the servers are operating normally. Epic Games has confirmed that the server issues have been resolved and the game has fully recovered. However, Apple has blocked Fortnite's return to iPhone, and the exact reason has not been disclosed. Users are reporting server issues at various times, and Epic is continuously updating users on the latest status.

fortnite server status

Recently, the Fortnite servers have gone down multiple times, and particularly on May 16, server maintenance is scheduled for the v35.10 update. This update includes Star Wars-related weapons, a new map, and various fixes. Additionally, downtime occurred during the 34.40 update, and Epic Games is officially communicating information regarding the server status. Users can check the server status in various ways, and complaints about the frequent downtimes are on the rise.