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With temples, churches, citizens and city officials pitching in, Busan braces for BTS’ homecoming

BUSAN -- With BTS set to perform at Busan Asiad Main Stadium on June 12 and 13, South Korea's second-largest city is preparing for what officials expect will be an influx of roughly 100,000 visitors from around the world. The effort is part of "BTS The City Arirang," a citywide tourism initiative running from June 5 to 21 that includes exhibitions, fan experiences, cultural programs and special events across Busan. "We are turning the entire city into a festival," Kim Dong-hoon, director of the

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Why BTS is celebrating 13th anniversary in Busan

When BTS takes the stage at Busan Asiad Main Stadium on Friday and Saturday to celebrate 13 years since the group's monumental debut, the choice of city will carry significance beyond just another stop on the group’s world tour. While Seoul has long served as the center of BTS’ activities, Busan occupies a unique place in the group’s story, holding special meaning for both the bandmates and the fans. The two days of concerts mark BTS’ first performances in the city since 2022's “Yet To Come in B

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BLACKPINK’s Jennie stuns in ultra-mini stage outfit at Governors Ball

BLACKPINK's Jennie is enjoying one of the biggest moments of her solo career after headlining New York's Governors Ball Music Festival, where her live performance and bold stage fashion generated buzz across social media. On Wednesday, Jennie shared a series of photos from the festival on her personal social media account, thanking fans for their enthusiastic support. "My first Gov Ball went cwaaaaaazy. Thank you NY. You guys gave me so much energy," she wrote. She also expressed gratitude to her performance team, adding, "We're just getting started." The photos quickly drew attention online, showcasing Jennie's eye-catching stage outfit. She paired a cropped khaki bomber jacket with a bra top and ultra-mini denim skirt, highlighting a Y2K-inspired look that has become one of the defining fashion trends among younger consumers recently. A checkered shirt tied around her waist and leg warmers completed the styling, while her long wavy hair and statement accessories added to the festival aesthetic. Fans also praised Jennie's toned physique, with many commenting on her defined abs and slim wa

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New exhibition traces K-culture’s deep regional roots

As Korean pop music, television dramas and cinema continue to capture global audiences, a new state-backed exhibition is turning its attention to a foundational question: What are the actual roots of the contemporary “K” phenomenon? The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism announced Wednesday the opening of “Palsaekchanran: Regions Filled With K,” a special exhibition running through Dec. 31 at Cheong Wa Dae Sarangchae, a government-run cultural museum located directly in front of Korea’s presidential office. Rather than spotlighting sleek idol groups or modern streaming blockbusters, the showcase employs immersive digital displays and media art to demonstrate how centuries of regional history, traditional arts and local folklore became the bedrock of modern Korean content. The venue itself adds a layer of historic meaning to the exhibit. In traditional architecture, a “sarangchae” is a detached guest house used to entertain visitors. For decades, this building served as the official public information hall and presidential exhibition center. The current exhibit traces h

Aespa heads to Mexico for World Cup support

Karina and Winter of girl group Aespa and singer Kwon Eun-bi departed for Mexico on Wednesday to join a cheering squad supporting the Korean national football team at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The artists are scheduled to cheer on Korea during its Group A opener against the Czech Republic, scheduled to take place on Thursday, local time. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is being co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada from Thursday to July 19, with 48 national teams slated to compete

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'We thought they'd get married': Why Sooyoung, Jung Kyung-ho's breakup hit fans hard

The breakup of Girls' Generation member Sooyoung and actor Jung Kyung-ho has sparked unusually emotional reactions online, with many fans saying they believed the couple would eventually get married. The two stars recently confirmed they had ended their relationship after 14 years together, bringing an end to one of Korea's most famous celebrity couples. What has made the news especially surprising for many fans is how openly affectionate the pair remained throughout their relationship. Unlike many celebrity couples who avoid discussing their private lives, Sooyoung and Jung frequently mentioned one another in interviews, television appearances and social media posts. One of the most widely shared examples resurfacing online came from Jung's appearance on a web variety show last year. Despite being advised by his agency not to talk too much about his girlfriend, Jung said, "It would be strange not to. I don't really have anything to brag about," before describing Sooyoung as his "pride." He added, "I'm the type who tends to drift around, but Sooyoung keeps me grounded. If it weren't for he

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Treasure sweeps charts in Japan with 4th EP

Treasure hit atop Oricon’s Weekly Album Ranking with its fourth EP “New Wav,” the group's label YG Entertainment said Wednesday. The latest set sold over a million copies in a week, in the footstep of the previous EP “Love Pulse,” which also sat atop Wednesday's Japanese weekly ranking. The music video for main track “If I,” its first English-language single, garnered 50 million views on YouTube in less than a week, the shortest time for any song by the 10-piece act. The group will promote the a

How Karina keeps her favorite stories close

For many travelers, a long-haul flight is for catching up on sleep or finally watching the movies they've been putting off. For Aespa's Karina, it is time to finish another book. The 26-year-old K-pop star is often spotted carrying an oversized bag. She has jokingly described herself as a "bobusang," a term originally used for traveling peddlers but now referring to someone who carries everything they might need. And among the cosmetics and everyday essentials, one thing is almost always tucked

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TWS goes platinum in Japan with 5th EP

TWS certified for platinum from the Recording Industry Association of Japan with its fifth EP “No Tragedy,” surpassing 250,000 shipments in the country, according to the organization on Wednesday. The achievement marks the second time the boy group has earned the certification, after its debut single in Japan, “Nice to see you again.” The fifth EP sold close to 200,000 copies in Japan and topped Oricon’s Weekly and Weekly Combined Album Rankings. The mini album ranked No. 10 on Billboard Japan’s

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5,700 messages flood social media of Girls' Generation's Sooyoung after Jung Kyung-ho split

Girls' Generation member and actress Sooyoung is receiving an outpouring of support from fans after confirming the end of her long-term relationship with actor Jung Kyung-ho. The breakup news was officially confirmed Tuesday, ending one of Korea's most well-known celebrity relationships. But rather than focusing on the split itself, many fans have turned to social media to express encouragement and affection toward the singer-actress. As of Wednesday morning, more than 5,700 comments had been posted on Sooyoung's most recent Instagram upload, a dramatic increase from the roughly 100 to 600 comments her posts had typically received over the past month. Messages such as "We will always support you," "I respect your decision," "Everything will be okay" and "We're always here for you" filled the comment section. The post attracting the attention was uploaded on Monday, one day before the breakup became public. It featured photos of Sooyoung during a trip in Japan, showing her smiling and enjoying her time abroad. Fans also revisited the couple's final social media updates before the news brok

BTS' 'ARIRANG' lands on Billboard 200 for 11th straight week

K-pop supergroup BTS remained on the Billboard 200 chart for the 11th consecutive week with its latest album, "ARIRANG." The group's fifth studio album ranked No. 11 in the latest tracking week, down two spots from the previous week, according to the chart posted on Billboard's website Tuesday (U.S. time). The Billboard 200 ranks the most popular albums of the week in the United States. "ARIRANG" previously made history as the first album by a K-pop act to spend three weeks at No. 1 following its release in March. "Swim," the lead single from the album, climbed three spots to No. 41 on the Hot 100 chart, Billboard's main singles chart. Several other K-pop acts also landed on the Billboard 200, with aespa's second full-length album, "Lemonade," debuting at No. 9 on the weekly chart. "GreenGreen," the second EP by K-pop rookie Cortis, ranked No. 46, while girl group Le Sserafim's second studio album, "Pureflow pt. 1," came in at No. 59

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K-pop artists get involved in FIFA World Cup 2026

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off Thursday, with a number of K-pop stars pitching in to lend their support. Lisa of Blackpink will perform at the opening ceremony in Los Angeles as one of the headliners. She has teamed up with Brazilian performer Anitta and Nigerian rapper Rema for “Goals,” which is part of the official soundtrack for the World Cup. TWS will root for the Korean national team with the official anthem “Dream With Us,” befitting the role as the Korea Football Association’s ambassad

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BTS rebounds on Billboard’s Hot 100, Jungkook adds Spotify record

BTS ranked No. 41 on Billboard’s Hot 100 with “Swim,” moving three rungs up from the previous week, according to the latest chart published on Tuesday in the US. The single made a chart-topping debut on the main singles chart and has spent 11 weeks on it. "Swim" is the main track from BTS's fifth studio album “Arirang,” which slid down two rungs to No. 11 on the Billboard 200. It hit No. 1 on the chart upon release. Meanwhile, Jungkook achieved another milestone on Spotify with his solo song, “E

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BTS' 'Arirang' lands on Billboard 200 for 11th straight week

SEOUL, June 10 (Yonhap) -- K-pop supergroup BTS remained on the Billboard 200 ch

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aespa, CORTIS, ALPHA DRIVE ONE, BTS, And ILLIT Top Circle Weekly Charts

Circle Chart has revealed its chart rankings for the week of May 24 to 30! Album Chart aespa topped this week’s physical album chart with their new album “LEMONADE,” which debuted at No. 1. AND2BLE claimed two spots in this week’s top five with their debut mini album “Sequence 01: Curiosity.” The regular version of

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CIX’s Hyunsuk Signs With New Agency As Actor + Unveils Profile Photos

CIX’s Hyunsuk has joined a new agency! On June 10, Management Run announced that Hyunsuk had signed with the company. The agency also released a new set of official profile photos of Hyunsuk, which you can check out below. Management Run is currently home to actors like Park Sung Woong, B1A4’s Jin Young, and Shin

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KARD Announces Dates And Venues For 2026 Europe Tour

KARD has revealed the dates and details for their upcoming tour of Europe! On June 11 at midnight KST, KARD officially announced their plans for their 2026 Europe tour, which will take them to eight cities across the continent this September. After kicking things off in Berlin on September 1, KARD will perform in Frankfurt

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Watch: LE SSERAFIM, ILLIT, And KATSEYE Drop Epic MV For Collab Single “ICONIC BY MISTAKE”

LE SSERAFIM, ILLIT, and KATSEYE have joined forces for an epic collaboration! On June 11 at midnight KST, the three girl groups pre-released the music video for their new digital single “ICONIC BY MISTAKE.” Before the official release of “ICONIC BY MISTAKE” on June 12 at 1 p.m. KST, LE SSERAFIM, ILLIT, and KATSEYE will

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Watch: tripleS Takes 1st Win For “Baby Flower” On “Show Champion”; Performances By FIFTY FIFTY, IDID, And More

tripleS has won their first music show trophy for “Baby Flower”! On the June 10 episode of “Show Champion,” the candidates for first place were aespa’s “LEMONADE,” tripleS’s “Baby Flower,” FIFTY FIFTY’s “Like a Bubble,” TREASURE’s “IF I,” and I.O.I’s “Suddenly.” tripleS ultimately took the win. Congratulations to tripleS! Watch the winner announcement and encore

Watch: Lee Kwang Soo, Kim Woo Bin, And Doh Kyung Soo Experience Livestock Farming In “GBRB: Farm Operation – Go Go Farm”

tvN’s “GBRB: Farm Operation – Go Go Farm” has shared a new teaser! Set on the beautiful Jeju Island, “GBRB: Farm Operation – Go Go Farm” follows Lee Kwang Soo, Kim Woo Bin, and Doh Kyung Soo as they take on a “farm-tastic” ranch stay experience. The newly released teaser shows Lee Kwang Soo, Kim

Ha Seok Jin And EXID’s Hani New Drama Confirms Supporting Cast Lineup

The upcoming drama “Love Is Coming” (literal title) has revealed its supporting cast lineup! “Love Is Coming” is a family romance drama that follows two former lovers who reunite eight years after a painful breakup. As they reconnect while navigating family responsibilities, old wounds, and life’s hardships, they begin a journey toward healing, growth, and

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Kwon So Hyun Is An Idol-Turned Actress Who Looks Down On Her Former Groupmate In New Drama “Love In Sync”

Upcoming drama “Love in Sync” has shared a glimpse of Kwon So Hyun’s character! “Love in Sync” is a romantic comedy that follows a woman who refuses empathy and a man who carries too much of it. When they begin to share one another’s emotions through a surreal phenomenon, the two gradually come to understand

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EPEX Announces Stops For 4th Concert “ECHO”

EPEX will be holding their 4th concert “ECHO”! On June 10, EPEX announced stops in Seoul, Tokyo, and Taipei for their 4th concert “ECHO” with more stops to come. The newly released poster shares that EPEX will host their concert in Seoul from July 18 to 19, Tokyo on August 21, and Taipei on September

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THE BOYZ’s Q Is An Idol Searching For His Childhood Friend In New Time-Slip Drama “My Idol, My Debut”

The production team of “My Idol, My Debut” has released the first stills of THE BOYZ’s Q in character! “My Idol, My Debut” is a time-slip coming-of-age story about a passionate fan who travels eight years into the past to prevent a tragic accident. She becomes an idol trainee in an effort to change fate

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Nam Ji Hyun And RESCENE’s Woni To Host 2026 Korea Grand Music Awards

Updated June 11 KST: Actor Kim Jae Won and IVE’s Liz will team up as MCs for the second day of the 2026 Korea Grand Music Awards (KGMA)! On June 11, the organizing committee for the KGMA announced that Kim Jae Won and Liz will host the second day of the 2026 KGMA ceremony, which

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Watch: Lee Jae Wook To Debut As Singer With Song Produced By 2AM’s Lim Seul Ong

Get ready to see a new side of Lee Jae Wook! On June 9, Lee Jae Wook officially announced that he would be making his debut as a singer. The actor, who is currently serving in the military, will release his debut single album “SHADOW” on June 11 at 6 p.m. KST. Notably, 2AM’s Lim

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