10 Surprising Laws That Could Get You Arrested AbroadThere is a saying, "When in Rome, Do as the Romans Do." Before traveling abroad, it is essential to ...
Pet Rocks: Unique Trend Reflecting Modern Society's LonelinessHave you heard of the recent trend of pet rock culture in South Korea? This trend involves decoratin ...
Seventeen Soars to Billboard 200's Top 5 with '17 IS RIGHT HERE'K-pop boy group Seventeen ranked 5th on the US Billboard 200 chart with their best album, 17 IS RIGHT HERE. According to a chart prediction article posted on the official website of the US music media Billboard on the 12th, 17 IS RIGHT HERE entered the latest main album chart Billboard 200 (as of May […]
Stray Kids and Charlie Puth Unveil 'Lose My Breath (Remixes)'On May 13th, Stray Kids will release a remix version of their hit song “Lose My Breath (Remixes),” in collaboration with Charlie Puth. Stray Kids, poised for a summer comeback, ignited excitement by releasing their English digital single “Lose My Breath (Feat. Charlie Puth)” on May 10th. The collaboration between Stray Kids, who have secured […]
Hollywood's VFX Giant Strikes Again with Planet of the Apes: A New EraThe Hollywood blockbuster film Planet of the Apes, one of representative special effects (VFX), has returned after seven years. Director Wes Ball of the new film Planet of the Apes: A New Era said in a video press conference, “I wanted to open a completely new chapter of this franchise, not just make a fourth […]
Seventeen's 'MAESTRO' Hits Billboard ChartsSeventeen is making impressive results on both album sales and significant global music charts. According to the latest Billboard chart released on May 7th, the title track “MAESTRO” from Seventeen’s best album, 17 IS RIGHT HERE, debuted at 91st and 40th on the Billboard Global 200 and Global (Excl U.S.) charts. Billboard compiles these chart […]
'SPOT!' by Zico and Jennie Climbs to the Top of the World's Digital Song SalesOn May 7th, Zico’s digital single “SPOT! (feat. JENNIE)” entered 8th place in the Billboard Global chart (Excl U.S.). Zico made a strong impression by making it into the ‘Top 10’ in the first week of release. “SPOT!” has also ranked 24th in the Billboard Global 200. The Global 200 chart ranks streaming and sales […]
SEVENTEEN Celebrates 9 Years with SpotifySpotify is launching a global campaign to celebrate the release of K-pop powerhouse SEVENTEEN’s best album, 17 IS RIGHT HERE, on the eve of its 9th anniversary. On the 29th, Spotify announced the start of the campaign by sharing a dazzling computer graphics (CG) video on its official X (formerly Twitter). The video features a […]
From Seoul to Broadway: Baby Shark's Global Musical SplashThe Pinkfong Company announced on the 24th that it is simultaneously launching a musical world tour in five countries worldwide, leveraging its global super IP (Intellectual Property). The goal is to accelerate the expansion of offline entertainment businesses in Korea, the United States, Japan, Singapore, and Hong Kong. First, they will kick off the musical […]
K-Pop Sensation TXT Climbs Billboard 200 and World Album ChartsTOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) has continued their successful run on Korean and American music charts. According to the latest chart released by the U.S. music authority Billboard on April 23 (Korean time), TXT’s (Soobin, Yeonjun, Beomgyu, Taehyun, and Huening Kai) 6th mini-album minisode 3: TOMORROW climbed to the 33rd position on the prestigious Billboard 200 […]
K-Pop Sensation ATEEZ Rocks Coachella, Makes History!The K-pop boy group ATEEZ made history by being the first to take over the Coachella stage. ATEEZ successfully wrapped up their second performance at America’s largest music festival, Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival (hereafter Coachella), on the 19th, following their first performance on the 12th. On their second Coachella performance day, ATEEZ kicked […]
Türkiye's Mount Nemrut Named One of the World's Eight Wonders-Turkey's Ministry of Culture and Tourism showcases world-class sunrise spots - Mount Nemrut, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Turkiye - One of the 'Eighth Wonders of the World' for its high level of technology and sophistication - Sunrise and sunset spots attract adventurers from around the world As the travel industry rebounds, one country has benefited from the pandemic even more. It's Turkiye. It's a place that's been gaining popularity for its kebabs and kaimak, as well as its beautiful tourist attractions...
Billboard's First Official Partnership with K-Pop via Kakao EntertainmentKakao Entertainment has entered into a strategic partnership with Billboard to expand the global influence of K-pop. Kakao Entertainment announced on the 17th that Mike Van, President of Billboard, and Kim Yuna, Publisher and CEO of Billboard Korea, met with Co-CEO Jang Yoon Joong at the Kakao Entertainment office in Jonggak, Jongno-gu, Seoul, to discuss […]
K-Pop's ATEEZ Makes History at CoachellaGlobal acclaim is pouring in for the group ATEEZ. ATEEZ wowed the audience with their debut performance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival (hereafter Coachella) on the 12th (local time), garnering heaps of praise from international media. Billboard USA included ATEEZ’s performance in the Best Moments of Coachella Day One, stating, “ATEEZ closed […]
K-Pop Sensation IVE Unveils Artistic Concept Photos for 'IVE SWITCH'K-pop girl group IVE, consisting of An Yujin, Gaeul, Rei, Jang Wonyoung, Liz, and Leeseo, has teased the vibe of their upcoming album. Their agency, Starship Entertainment, released the first concept photo for IVE’s second EP, IVE SWITCH, on the 14th. The recently unveiled concept photo beautifully encapsulates each member’s distinct individuality, evoking the atmosphere […]
Girl Group LE SSERAFIM Faces Criticism for Lackluster Coachella PerformanceOn the 13th (local time), K-Pop girl group LE SSERAFIM performed at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, one of the largest music festivals in the U.S., and met with local fans. Despite excitement from local fans, they faced domestic and international criticism for their perceived lack of skill. Their set included the unreleased […]
Why More Young Generations are Opting for Part-Time GigsHave you encountered individuals who shape their work and leisure on their terms, without being bound to any specific job? They’re known as the “freeters”, and you can readily explore related content on YouTube. Vlogs delving into the everyday experiences of freeters, such as “Why I’m working part-time at a convenience store at 30” and […]
Ahyeon of BABYMONSTER Talks About Being Inspired by Jennie and Embracing 'Little Jennie' TitleBABYMONSTER’s Ahyeon shared her thoughts about her nickname, “Little Jennie.” To celebrate the highly anticipated debut of YG Entertainment’s newest girl group, BABYMONSTER (Ruka, Pharita, Asa, Ahyeon, Rami, Rora), a celebratory interview was held on April 1 at their new headquarters. The occasion marked the release of their first mini album, BABYMONS7ER. Ahyeon commented on […]
Apple CEO Tim Cook Commits to Increased Investment in ChinaTim Cook, the CEO of Apple, who is currently visiting China, met with Chinese Commerce Minister of Commerce Wang Wentao and promised more investment in China. According to the Chinese Ministry of Commerce’s website and state-run English newspaper China Daily on the 23rd, the two met in Beijing on the 22nd. China Daily released a […]
Russian Officials and Ballet Performers Engage North KoreaOn March 20th, the troupe for the Primorsky branch of the Mariinsky Theatre, currently visiting North Korea as part of a Russian Ministry of Culture delegation, performed the ballet ‘Sleeping Beauty’ at the Mansudae Art Theatre, reported by [The Rodong Sinmun] The troupe for the Primorsky branch of the Mariinsky Theatre, visiting North Korea as […]
10 Surprising Laws That Could Get You Arrested Abroad There is a saying, "When in Rome, Do as the Romans Do." Before traveling abroad, it is essential to ...
Pet Rocks: Unique Trend Reflecting Modern Society's Loneliness Have you heard of the recent trend of pet rock culture in South Korea? This trend involves decoratin ...
Seventeen Soars to Billboard 200's Top 5 with '17 IS RIGHT HERE' K-pop boy group Seventeen ranked 5th on the US Billboard 200 chart with their best album, 17 IS RIGHT HERE. According to a chart prediction article posted on the official website of the US music media Billboard on the 12th, 17 IS RIGHT HERE entered the latest main album chart Billboard 200 (as of May […]
Stray Kids and Charlie Puth Unveil 'Lose My Breath (Remixes)' On May 13th, Stray Kids will release a remix version of their hit song “Lose My Breath (Remixes),” in collaboration with Charlie Puth. Stray Kids, poised for a summer comeback, ignited excitement by releasing their English digital single “Lose My Breath (Feat. Charlie Puth)” on May 10th. The collaboration between Stray Kids, who have secured […]
Hollywood's VFX Giant Strikes Again with Planet of the Apes: A New Era The Hollywood blockbuster film Planet of the Apes, one of representative special effects (VFX), has returned after seven years. Director Wes Ball of the new film Planet of the Apes: A New Era said in a video press conference, “I wanted to open a completely new chapter of this franchise, not just make a fourth […]
Seventeen's 'MAESTRO' Hits Billboard Charts Seventeen is making impressive results on both album sales and significant global music charts. According to the latest Billboard chart released on May 7th, the title track “MAESTRO” from Seventeen’s best album, 17 IS RIGHT HERE, debuted at 91st and 40th on the Billboard Global 200 and Global (Excl U.S.) charts. Billboard compiles these chart […]
'SPOT!' by Zico and Jennie Climbs to the Top of the World's Digital Song Sales On May 7th, Zico’s digital single “SPOT! (feat. JENNIE)” entered 8th place in the Billboard Global chart (Excl U.S.). Zico made a strong impression by making it into the ‘Top 10’ in the first week of release. “SPOT!” has also ranked 24th in the Billboard Global 200. The Global 200 chart ranks streaming and sales […]
SEVENTEEN Celebrates 9 Years with Spotify Spotify is launching a global campaign to celebrate the release of K-pop powerhouse SEVENTEEN’s best album, 17 IS RIGHT HERE, on the eve of its 9th anniversary. On the 29th, Spotify announced the start of the campaign by sharing a dazzling computer graphics (CG) video on its official X (formerly Twitter). The video features a […]
From Seoul to Broadway: Baby Shark's Global Musical Splash The Pinkfong Company announced on the 24th that it is simultaneously launching a musical world tour in five countries worldwide, leveraging its global super IP (Intellectual Property). The goal is to accelerate the expansion of offline entertainment businesses in Korea, the United States, Japan, Singapore, and Hong Kong. First, they will kick off the musical […]
K-Pop Sensation TXT Climbs Billboard 200 and World Album Charts TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) has continued their successful run on Korean and American music charts. According to the latest chart released by the U.S. music authority Billboard on April 23 (Korean time), TXT’s (Soobin, Yeonjun, Beomgyu, Taehyun, and Huening Kai) 6th mini-album minisode 3: TOMORROW climbed to the 33rd position on the prestigious Billboard 200 […]
K-Pop Sensation ATEEZ Rocks Coachella, Makes History! The K-pop boy group ATEEZ made history by being the first to take over the Coachella stage. ATEEZ successfully wrapped up their second performance at America’s largest music festival, Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival (hereafter Coachella), on the 19th, following their first performance on the 12th. On their second Coachella performance day, ATEEZ kicked […]
Türkiye's Mount Nemrut Named One of the World's Eight Wonders -Turkey's Ministry of Culture and Tourism showcases world-class sunrise spots - Mount Nemrut, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Turkiye - One of the 'Eighth Wonders of the World' for its high level of technology and sophistication - Sunrise and sunset spots attract adventurers from around the world As the travel industry rebounds, one country has benefited from the pandemic even more. It's Turkiye. It's a place that's been gaining popularity for its kebabs and kaimak, as well as its beautiful tourist attractions...
Billboard's First Official Partnership with K-Pop via Kakao Entertainment Kakao Entertainment has entered into a strategic partnership with Billboard to expand the global influence of K-pop. Kakao Entertainment announced on the 17th that Mike Van, President of Billboard, and Kim Yuna, Publisher and CEO of Billboard Korea, met with Co-CEO Jang Yoon Joong at the Kakao Entertainment office in Jonggak, Jongno-gu, Seoul, to discuss […]
K-Pop's ATEEZ Makes History at Coachella Global acclaim is pouring in for the group ATEEZ. ATEEZ wowed the audience with their debut performance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival (hereafter Coachella) on the 12th (local time), garnering heaps of praise from international media. Billboard USA included ATEEZ’s performance in the Best Moments of Coachella Day One, stating, “ATEEZ closed […]
K-Pop Sensation IVE Unveils Artistic Concept Photos for 'IVE SWITCH' K-pop girl group IVE, consisting of An Yujin, Gaeul, Rei, Jang Wonyoung, Liz, and Leeseo, has teased the vibe of their upcoming album. Their agency, Starship Entertainment, released the first concept photo for IVE’s second EP, IVE SWITCH, on the 14th. The recently unveiled concept photo beautifully encapsulates each member’s distinct individuality, evoking the atmosphere […]
Girl Group LE SSERAFIM Faces Criticism for Lackluster Coachella Performance On the 13th (local time), K-Pop girl group LE SSERAFIM performed at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, one of the largest music festivals in the U.S., and met with local fans. Despite excitement from local fans, they faced domestic and international criticism for their perceived lack of skill. Their set included the unreleased […]
Why More Young Generations are Opting for Part-Time Gigs Have you encountered individuals who shape their work and leisure on their terms, without being bound to any specific job? They’re known as the “freeters”, and you can readily explore related content on YouTube. Vlogs delving into the everyday experiences of freeters, such as “Why I’m working part-time at a convenience store at 30” and […]
Ahyeon of BABYMONSTER Talks About Being Inspired by Jennie and Embracing 'Little Jennie' Title BABYMONSTER’s Ahyeon shared her thoughts about her nickname, “Little Jennie.” To celebrate the highly anticipated debut of YG Entertainment’s newest girl group, BABYMONSTER (Ruka, Pharita, Asa, Ahyeon, Rami, Rora), a celebratory interview was held on April 1 at their new headquarters. The occasion marked the release of their first mini album, BABYMONS7ER. Ahyeon commented on […]
Apple CEO Tim Cook Commits to Increased Investment in China Tim Cook, the CEO of Apple, who is currently visiting China, met with Chinese Commerce Minister of Commerce Wang Wentao and promised more investment in China. According to the Chinese Ministry of Commerce’s website and state-run English newspaper China Daily on the 23rd, the two met in Beijing on the 22nd. China Daily released a […]
Russian Officials and Ballet Performers Engage North Korea On March 20th, the troupe for the Primorsky branch of the Mariinsky Theatre, currently visiting North Korea as part of a Russian Ministry of Culture delegation, performed the ballet ‘Sleeping Beauty’ at the Mansudae Art Theatre, reported by [The Rodong Sinmun] The troupe for the Primorsky branch of the Mariinsky Theatre, visiting North Korea as […]
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