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Former K-Pop Idol Yoo Dongho of Apeace Hard Launches Relationship With Male Partner
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Former K-Pop Idol Yoo Dongho of Apeace Hard Launches Relationship With Male Partner

Former Apeace member Yoo Dongho has publicly revealed his relationship with his male partner through a new joint Instagram account, identifying as a 'Korean Taiwan international gay couple.'

'Mr. Bride' Co-Stars Takasugi Mahiro and Haru Announce Marriage, Bypassing Dating News
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'Mr. Bride' Co-Stars Takasugi Mahiro and Haru Announce Marriage, Bypassing Dating News

Co-stars of the 2023 J-Drama 'Mr. Bride,' Takasugi Mahiro and Haru, surprised fans by announcing their marriage on December 23, 2025, via social media, skipping any public dating announcements.

New Padre Song Sung-mun on Joining His Idol Machado and Challenging Ace Paul Skenes
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New Padre Song Sung-mun on Joining His Idol Machado and Challenging Ace Paul Skenes

New San Diego Padres signee Song Sung-mun expresses excitement to play with his idol Manny Machado and his ambition to face ace pitcher Paul Skenes, setting a tone of admiration and challenge for his MLB debut.

Nongshim Opens K-Style Noodle Bar at NYC's JFK Airport, Turning Layovers into Flavor Getaways
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Nongshim Opens K-Style Noodle Bar at NYC's JFK Airport, Turning Layovers into Flavor Getaways

South Korean noodle giant Nongshim has opened a new K-style ramyeon experience space in New York's JFK Airport, its fourth overseas location, signaling a strategic push to make K-food a global cultural staple.

Korea's Official 'Singer of the Year' Poll Reveals a Nation Divided by Music
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Korea's Official 'Singer of the Year' Poll Reveals a Nation Divided by Music

Gallup Korea's official 2025 poll names the country's favorite singers, revealing a deep generational split. IU tops the under-40 list, while Lim Young Woong dominates the over-40s. See the full rankings.

'Surely Tomorrow' Episodes 5-6: Is the Hero's Sacrifice a Path to Healing or Self-Destruction?
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'Surely Tomorrow' Episodes 5-6: Is the Hero's Sacrifice a Path to Healing or Self-Destruction?

In 'Surely Tomorrow' episodes 5-6, the main couple's relationship deepens amidst past revelations. But is the hero's sacrifice a sign of healing or a red flag? An analysis based on the Dramabeans recap.

KOYOTE's Kim Jongmin Candidly Opens Up About Fertility Struggles
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KOYOTE's Kim Jongmin Candidly Opens Up About Fertility Struggles

KOYOTE's Kim Jongmin opened up on Shin Dong Youp's 'Zzanbros' about his struggles with conceiving a second child, revealing his sperm quality was below the mark in a candid teaser.

The MLB Pipeline: How the Kiwoom Heroes Became Baseball’s Unlikeliest Talent Factory
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The MLB Pipeline: How the Kiwoom Heroes Became Baseball’s Unlikeliest Talent Factory

With Song Sung-mun joining the Padres, the Kiwoom Heroes have now sent six players to MLB, solidifying their status as a premier talent factory. An analysis of their unique and profitable business model.

LE SSERAFIM's Eunchae Goes Viral for 'In-Motion' Visuals That Stun Netizens
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LE SSERAFIM's Eunchae Goes Viral for 'In-Motion' Visuals That Stun Netizens

LE SSERAFIM's Eunchae is trending online for her model-like proportions and stunning visuals that fans say 'shine more in movement.' An analysis of the rising importance of 'performance visuals' in 4th gen K-Pop.

The 'Rosé Curse': Why BLACKPINK Fans Say a Photo With Rosé Spells a Breakup
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The 'Rosé Curse': Why BLACKPINK Fans Say a Photo With Rosé Spells a Breakup

A viral fan theory known as the "Rosé Curse" suggests celebrity couples break up after taking a photo with BLACKPINK's Rosé. We break down the theory, the examples fans cite, and what it says about modern fan culture.

ALLDAY PROJECT Ignites Fan Frenzy With ‘Scandalous’ Dance Break at 2025 Melon Music Awards
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ALLDAY PROJECT Ignites Fan Frenzy With ‘Scandalous’ Dance Break at 2025 Melon Music Awards

Co-ed K-Pop group ALLDAY PROJECT sparked a massive fan reaction after a racy and intense dance break between members Bailey and Tarzzan at the 2025 Melon Music Awards (MMA).

Police Arrest 6 Scalpers at G-Dragon’s 2025 Seoul Concert, Highlighting Organized Resale Rings
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Police Arrest 6 Scalpers at G-Dragon’s 2025 Seoul Concert, Highlighting Organized Resale Rings

Six ticket scalpers, including four foreign nationals, were arrested at G-Dragon's 2025 'Übermesch' world tour in Seoul, Korea. The incident sheds light on the growing problem of organized, international ticket scalping rings targeting major K-Pop events.