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Samsung defeats KIA advances to Korean Series after 2 years
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In short
Samsung Lions defeated KIA Tigers 6-1 on November 1 in Daegu.
With a playoff record of 3 wins and 2 losses, Samsung advanced to the Korean Series.
On November 3, Samsung will face first-place regular season kt Wiz in Suwon.
Visitor info
Venue
kt Wiz Park in Suwon
Date and time
November 3, Korean Series Game 1
Key facts
When
Game 5 of the playoffs was held on November 1 at Samsung Lions Park in Daegu.
Who
Samsung Lions played against KIA Tigers.
What
Samsung won 6-1 and clinched a Korean Series berth with a series record of 3 wins and 2 losses.
How
Frado pitched well over 7 innings with 1 run allowed, and Kim Ji-chan recorded 3 hits and 3 RBIs.
What it means for me
Baseball fans should tune in to the Korean Series broadcast starting with Samsung's game in Suwon on November 3.
Living · 3 sources combinedp. 2 / 5
Hyundai Department Store Character 'Hwindy' Goods Sales Up 73% Collaboration with 'Kkumdoli' Character Gains Popularity
D-22 Deadline November 29 · Kkumdoli Collaboration Products Sales Deadline
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In short
Hyundai Department Store's character 'Hwindy' goods sales increased 73% over the first 10 months of this year.
Instagram followers also exceeded 100,000, an increase of more than 30% compared to a year ago.
The company is expanding external collaborations, including launching collaborative products with Daejeon character 'Kkumdoli'.
Visitor info
Where
The Hyundai Souvenir Shop, Daejeon Kkumdoli House, etc.
Duration
Kkumdoli collaboration products sales extended to November 29 due to early sellout
Key facts
When
Hwindy goods sales from January to October 2026 increased 73% year-over-year, announced on the 3rd
Who
Hyundai Department Store's white dog character 'Hwindy' introduced in 2019
What
Instagram followers surpassed 100,000 as of October; 130,000 shares and 300,000 likes
How
Signed agreement with Daejeon Tourism Organization in September, launched 16 types of Kkumdoli collaboration products
What it means for me
Hwindy collaboration products can be purchased at The Hyundai Souvenir Shop and Daejeon Kkumdoli House until November 29.
Living · 3 sources combinedp. 3 / 5
Shinsegae Ssogday Sale Closing Up to 92% Discount
D-1 Deadline November 8 · Ssogday Discount Event Ends
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In short
Shinsegae Group is running a 'Ssogday' discount event through November 8th.
18 affiliated companies including E-mart, Shinsegae Department Store, and W Concept are participating.
Discounts up to 92% are available on fresh food, fashion, and home appliances.
Visitor info
Period
October 30 – November 8, 2026
Participants
E-mart, Shinsegae Department Store, Shinsegae Simon, W Concept, G Market, Shinsegae Casa, and 12 other affiliated companies
Major Discounts
E-mart fresh food and appliances up to 50% off, W Concept fashion and appliances up to 92% off, G Market PCs up to 62% off
Key facts
When
The 'Ssogday' discount event runs from October 30th to November 8th.
Who
18 affiliated companies under Shinsegae Group including E-mart, Shinsegae Department Store, and W Concept are participating.
What
Fresh food, snacks, home appliances, and fashion items are being sold at discounts up to 92%.
How
E-mart is offering unlimited fills on snacks, potatoes, and carrots; W Concept is opening fashion and appliance clearance sales.
What it means for me
This is your last chance to buy groceries and daily necessities at prices lower than usual.
If you're planning to replace your smartphone or appliances, it's worth checking the event card discounts.
This is a good time to buy fresh food and essentials in advance at discounted prices.
Living · 3 sources combinedp. 4 / 5
iPhone Duo launches Galaxy Z Fold8 sales up 20%
D-23 Deadline November 30 · Subscription club membership deadline
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In short
Apple's foldable phone iPhone Duo launched in Korea on the 23rd of last month.
However, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 sales also increased together.
Sales in the week after launch rose more than 20% compared to the previous week.
Visitor info
Target
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8, and Flip8 purchase customers
Period
Subscription club membership until November 30th, Year-end Festival until December 31st
Key facts
When
This is the data tallied during the week following the iPhone Duo launch on October 23rd.
Who
Samsung Electronics Galaxy Z Fold8 domestic sales are the target.
What
Sales volume increased more than 20% compared to the previous week.
How
The subscription club membership period was extended by one month until November 30th.
What it means for me
If you are considering purchasing a foldable phone, it is worth comparing prices and compensation benefits.
Living · 3 sources combinedp. 5 / 5
Coupang Wow Members Day 370,000 items up to 70% off
D-1 Deadline November 8 · Wow Members Day end date
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In short
Coupang is holding a Wow Members Day discount event from November 2 to 8.
It will sell over 370,000 items across 16 categories at discounts of up to 70%.
Discount coupons are available on a first-come, first-served basis every day at 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Visitor info
Period
November 2–8, 2026
Eligibility
Coupang Wow members
Benefit
Over 370,000 items in 16 categories discounted up to 70%
Coupon
First-come, first-served daily at 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Coupons: 10,000 won (for purchases over 30,000 won) or 30,000 won (for purchases over 100,000 won), up to 4 per day
Key facts
When
Wow Members Day runs from November 2 to 8.
Who
Coupang is holding the event for Wow members.
What
Over 370,000 items in 16 categories are discounted up to 70%.
How
Coupons worth 10,000–30,000 won are given daily on a first-come, first-served basis at 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.
What it means for me
Wow members can buy daily essentials and appliances at discounted prices through November 8.
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