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David Hockney, an icon of modern art and a master connecting the 20th and 21st centuries, passed away peacefully at his home at the age of 88. Born in Bradford in 1937, he broadened the horizons of the art world by boldly destroying conventional perspectives and creating unique works such as the Swimming Pool series through intense colors and bold compositions. Having achieved international fame before his 30s, he was revered as a genre beyond just a painter, and his works recorded astronomical values ​​in the auction market, breaking the record for the highest price paid by a living artist. His exhibitions held in Seoul and around the world attracted countless visitors, proving that the artistic legacy he left behind transcends time and touches the hearts of the public.

While the art world is in mourning over the passing of a master, the South Korean government is waging an all-out effort in London, England to bring the 2029 Invictus Games to Daejeon. The hosting team, led by Minister of Patriots and Veterans Affairs Kwon Oh-eul, emphasized the legitimacy of the competition by reflecting on the value of veterans through a visit to Chelsea Royal Hospital and a visit to the war memorial to commemorate the dedication of veterans of the Korean War. Beyond being a simple sporting event, this bid is becoming an important diplomatic opportunity to show that the Republic of Korea's history of overcoming the scars of war and achieving peace and prosperity is in line with the spirit of Invictus. South Korea, which is about to announce its announcement while standing shoulder to shoulder with strong competitors such as Denmark and the United States, is ready to prove its infrastructure and operational capabilities to the world based on its historical mission of being the first event in Asia.

Britain's tradition and authority were also clearly evident in the military parade commemorating the official birthday of King Charles III. This large-scale event that decorates the Buckingham Palace area every June is an annual event that symbolizes the continuity of the royal family and national unity, and this year too, large crowds gathered to watch the royal family move. While Prince William and his children attended to show off the strength of the royal family, the absence of Prince Harry, who distanced himself from the royal family, and Prince Andrew, who was involved in the Epstein suspicions, also reflected the complex atmosphere within the royal family. The voices of anti-monarchy protesters also coexisted near the event venue, clearly showing the ambivalent view of the royal family in modern British society and the scene of democratic debate.

Meanwhile, in the areas of sports and culture, the power of K-content was confirmed once again with unexpected news. An incident occurred where the England soccer team's equipment was stolen while traveling to the United States ahead of the World Cup in North and Central America, but local police responded quickly to recover key equipment and continue preparations for the tournament without a hitch. At the same time, on the UK Official Charts, BTS' 5th full-length album, Netflix OST, and girl group Cat's Eye's songs remained at the top for a long period of time, showing that K-pop has become a core part of local British pop culture. In addition, Samsung Electronics is showcasing its latest Micro RGB TV advertisements at global landmarks, including London's Piccadilly, informing the world of the Korean company's aggressive marketing strategy to dominate the global market through technological innovation.