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ME:I In Turmoil as Four Members Abruptly Exit Without Explanation
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ME:I In Turmoil as Four Members Abruptly Exit Without Explanation

Four members of the J-pop girl group ME:I—Cocoro, Ran, Shizuku, and Kokona—have suddenly left the group and terminated their contracts with Lapone Entertainment, shocking fans with the lack of any explanation.

aespa's Ningning Faces Instagram Hate Storm Over Reaction to BLACKPINK Jennie's Performance
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aespa's Ningning Faces Instagram Hate Storm Over Reaction to BLACKPINK Jennie's Performance

aespa's Ningning is being targeted by online harassment after netizens criticized her 'disrespectful' reaction to BLACKPINK Jennie's MMA performance, despite reports she was seriously ill that day.

A Decade of Devotion: How Kim Woo Bin and Shin Min Ah Became K-Drama's Enduring Power Couple
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A Decade of Devotion: How Kim Woo Bin and Shin Min Ah Became K-Drama's Enduring Power Couple

A look into the 10-year relationship of Kim Woo Bin and Shin Min Ah, from their 2015 confirmation to becoming one of K-drama's most respected and enduring power couples.

K-Drama Ratings Wrap: Three Series Conclude on a High as a Year-End Slump Hits Newcomers
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K-Drama Ratings Wrap: Three Series Conclude on a High as a Year-End Slump Hits Newcomers

A look at K-drama viewership ratings for the week of Dec 15-21, 2025. While three shows ended on a high, most others, including the new drama 'Love Me,' saw a slight dip in numbers.

Ji Sung Confronts His Past in Time-Travel Drama 'The Judge Returns': First Stills Revealed
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Ji Sung Confronts His Past in Time-Travel Drama 'The Judge Returns': First Stills Revealed

First look at Ji Sung in the new K-drama “The Judge Returns.” See the stills showing his character's opposite lives before and after traveling back in time.

Prince vs. Bandit: 2 Complex Relationships to Watch in Nam Ji Hyun and Moon Sang Min’s New Drama 'To My Beloved Thief'
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Prince vs. Bandit: 2 Complex Relationships to Watch in Nam Ji Hyun and Moon Sang Min’s New Drama 'To My Beloved Thief'

An analysis of the two key relationship dynamics in the upcoming KBS K-drama 'To My Beloved Thief', starring Nam Ji Hyun as a bandit and Moon Sang Min as a prince.

aespa's Giselle Faces Instagram Backlash Over Alleged Disrespect Towards BLACKPINK's Jennie
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aespa's Giselle Faces Instagram Backlash Over Alleged Disrespect Towards BLACKPINK's Jennie

aespa's Giselle is facing a wave of hate on her Instagram after being accused of disrespecting BLACKPINK's Jennie at the 2025 Melon Music Awards. Here's what we know.

Han Ji Min Meets Park Sung Hoon and Lee Ki Taek on Blind Dates in New JTBC Romance Drama
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Han Ji Min Meets Park Sung Hoon and Lee Ki Taek on Blind Dates in New JTBC Romance Drama

JTBC's new K-drama “Efficient Dating for Singles” confirms its premiere. See the first stills of Han Ji Min, Park Sung Hoon, and Lee Ki Taek in this webtoon-based romance.

BTS Defies Hiatus, NewJeans Cements Rise: Gallup Poll Reveals K-Pop's New Power Dynamic
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BTS Defies Hiatus, NewJeans Cements Rise: Gallup Poll Reveals K-Pop's New Power Dynamic

Gallup Korea's latest poll reveals BTS and NewJeans as top singers of the year, despite BTS's group hiatus. An analysis of enduring fandom power and the rise of a new generation in K-Pop.

SEVENTEEN’s Woozi Caught in Military Controversy Over Officer’s “Wedding Singer” Request
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SEVENTEEN’s Woozi Caught in Military Controversy Over Officer’s “Wedding Singer” Request

SEVENTEEN's Woozi is at the center of a debate after a military officer reportedly asked him to arrange a wedding singer. The Army denies wrongdoing, but fans call it an abuse of power.

Gallup Korea Unveils 2025's Most-Loved Artists, Revealing a Nation's Divided Playlist
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Gallup Korea Unveils 2025's Most-Loved Artists, Revealing a Nation's Divided Playlist

Gallup Korea has announced its 2025 survey results for the most beloved singers and songs. Discover what the data, split between two key age groups, reveals about K-pop and music trends in Korea.

KBO Champions LG Twins Sign Veteran Duo for 2026 Title Defense
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KBO Champions LG Twins Sign Veteran Duo for 2026 Title Defense

The reigning KBO champion LG Twins have signed 38-year-old reliever Jang Si-hwan and 34-year-old catcher Kim Min-su to add veteran depth for their 2026 title defense.