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K-pop behemoth HYBE apologizes for controversial internal documents
SEOUL, October 30 (AJP) - Talent agency HYBE apologized on Tuesday amid a scandal involving its internal documents containing inappropriate comments about K-pop singers and aspiring stars, particularly regarding their appearances. "We sincerely apologize to all artists, staff and fans suffered by the revelation of these documents," HYBE's CEO Lee Jae-sang said in a statement on Tuesday. The formal apology came about a week after the behemoth faced criticism at a Nat
October 30, 2024 -
Rosé of BLACKPINK makes top 10 entry on Billboard singles chart
SEOUL, October 29 (AJP) - Rosé, a member of K-pop girl group BLACKPINK, made her entry into the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 chart with her latest single "APT.," Billboard said via social media platform X on Tuesday. Released last week, the collaborative song with American pop star Bruno Mars landed at No. 8 on the chart for the week ending this week, making it the highest-ranking song by a K-pop female artist. The previous record was held by the quartet'
October 29, 2024 -
Rosé of BLACKPINK racks up 100 million views on YouTube with latest single
SEOUL, October 24 (AJP) - Rosé, a member of K-pop girl band BLACKPINK has accumulated over 100 million views on YouTube as of Wednesday with her latest single, "APT." The catch, upbeat song in collaboration with American pop star Bruno Mars achieved the milestone in less than a week after its release last week. Inspired by a popular pastime she enjoys at drinking parties, the song's music video also garnered instant attention as the Filipino-American multiple
October 24, 2024 -
BLACKPINK's Rosé releases collaborative song with Bruno Mars
SEOUL, October 18 (AJP) - Rosé, a member of K-pop girl band BLACKPINK, released a new single called "APT." in collaboration with American pop star Bruno Mars on Friday. The catchy, upbeat song with a guitar riff will be included in the New Zealand-born star's upcoming album "Rosie," slated for release on Dec. 16. Rosé's 2021 solo song "On The Ground" ranked 70 on the Billboard's main singles chart at the time of its release.
October 18, 2024 -
BTS member J-Hope completes military service
SEOUL, October 17 (AJP) - J-Hope, a member of K-pop superstar BTS, was discharged from his mandatory military service on Thursday. J-Hope, who enlisted in April last year, completed his 18-month service in Wonju, Gangwon Province. He is the second BTS member to fulfill the duty, following Jin, who was discharged in June this year. The remaining members — Jimin, Jung Kook, RM, Suga, and V — are scheduled to complete their service in June 2025, so all BTS members ar
October 17, 2024 -
Rumors swirl around Cambodian princess' K-pop idol debut
SEOUL, October 16 (AJP) - Rumor has it that a Cambodian princess is eager to make her debut as a K-pop idol in South Korea. According to the Taiwanese news outlet Sanli News Network, Jenna Norodom is considering moving to Seoul to pursue her career as a K-pop idol while undergoing rigorous training at a talent mill here. The versatile teenage girl, the great-granddaughter of former Cambodian King Norodom Sihanouk, is already a popular star as an actress, singer, and dancer, havin
October 16, 2024 -
NewJeans' Hanni speaks out about alleged workplace bullying at National Assembly
SEOUL, October 15 (AJP) - Hanni, a member of K-pop girl band NewJeans made a baffling appearance at the National Assembly on Tuesday. In a parliamentary audit of the Ministry of Environment and Labor, Hanni was scrutinized regarding workplace bullying and other forms of harassment she had endured. "What I experienced, which was not a one-time issue, is something anyone could go through," said the 20-year-old Vietnamese-born girl. "I came forward because I felt it s
October 15, 2024 -
Peruvian singer lights up autumnal night with fusion concert in Seoul
SEOUL, October 4 (AJP) - Peruvian singer Lenin Tamayo stole the autumnal night with a concert in central Seoul on Thursday. The multi-talented young singer, 21, who created his own music genre, dubbed "Q-pop," captivated audiences with unique and exotic performances that blend elements of K-pop with the indigenous languages widely spoken in the central Andes of South America. "Q-pop is rooted in the heritage and culture of the indigenous Quechua people, one of the
October 4, 2024 -
BTS member Suga fined 15 million won for drunk driving
SEOUL, September 30 (AJP) - BTS member Suga was fined 15 million won (US$ 11,463) on Monday for driving under influence earlier this year. The Seoul Western District Court ordered the 31-year-old rapper to pay the fine. Suga, who is currently fulfilling his mandatory military service with a public-sector desk job, was caught riding under the influence after falling off his electric scooter near his residence in Hannam-dong, Yongsan on Aug. 6. At the time of the accident, his
September 30, 2024 -
KBS demands apology from Real Madrid after abrupt cancellation of K-pop concert
SEOUL, September 20 (AJP) - Terrestrial network Korean Broadcasting System (KBS) has requested a public apology from Spain's prestigious football club Real Madrid for abruptly canceling a K-pop concert that was scheduled to take place next month. The Spanish club unilaterally announced last week its decision to suspend all music concerts and other events at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium until next March, citing constant noise complaints from residents. Staff members and o
September 20, 2024
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Police gearing up as Yoon's impeachment ruling looks imminent
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North Korea holds world's third-largest stash of bitcoins
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K-beauty YouTuber draws crowds at Leferi's latest Seoul pop-up
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Activists urge referral of North Korean leader to international criminal court
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Credit card delinquency rate hits decade-high in South Korea
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SK hynix showcases advanced AI memory solutions at Nvidia's GTC 2025
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PHOTOS: Spring flowers laden with late snow
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US biotech firms urge Korea to ease restrictions on modified crops
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Foreign ministers of South Korea, China, and Japan to sit for talks in Tokyo this weekend
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Attempted leak of nuclear-related software possible cause behind South Korea's inclusion in 'sensitive country' list