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K-POP

Reality check: How K-pop evolved in the absence of BTS

K-pop saw falling album sales but rising concert revenues and rookie group growth during BTS’s hiatus. The industry now faces a new phase.

Suga becomes final BTS member to end military service

Suga has completed his military service, making him the final BTS member to be discharged and paving the way for the group’s return in 2026.

Prosecution seeks 7-year sentence for ex-NCT member Taeil for rape

Prosecutors have requested a seven-year sentence for ex-NCT member Taeil and two others for raping a tourist who was too intoxicated to resist.

Army antics: What did the BTS members get up to during military service?

As BTS members complete their military service, they reflect on physical transformations, emotional growth, and their future together.

Making BTS great again? Jungkook’s political fashion faux pas triggers public apology

BTS’s Jungkook apologized for wearing a politically charged cap at a concert rehearsal, acknowledging its historical implications and vowing greater awareness.

On BTS’s birthday, worldwide fans celebrate their favorite band — and each other

BTS fans from around the world gathered in Korea to celebrate the group’s 12th anniversary and long-awaited return from military service.

ADOR to open global auditions for new boy band

K-pop agency ADOR has opened global auditions for a new boy band, accepting applicants worldwide in a wide range of creative fields.

‘We are back’: BTS celebrates return as full group for 12th anniversary

HYBE celebrates BTS’s return and 12th anniversary with bold “We Are Back” decorations and a series of BTS Festa events across Goyang.

G-Dragon denies any romantic connection with Lee Ju-yeon

G-Dragon has denied rumors of a relationship with Lee Ju-yeon after a social media photo reignited speculation about the pair.

‘Trust has been irrevocably broken’: NewJeans shoots down settlement with ADOR in second court hearing

NewJeans has rejected a proposed settlement with ADOR, citing broken trust, as the legal dispute over the group’s exclusive contract continues to escalate.