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Yoon’s jailed mother-in-law excluded from latest parole list
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[Herald Interview] 'Amid aging population, Korea to invite more young professionals from overseas'
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Korea’s homegrown nanosatellite successfully launches into space
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Nicaragua shuts down Seoul embassy
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Rocket engine expert, ex-NASA exec to lead Korea's new space agency
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SNU profs to suspend treatment for one day
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SK hynix pledges W20tr to ramp up DRAM production at home
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Hybe's multilabel system tested amid conflict with Ador
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Over-50s, men, single-person households take up majority of those filing for bankruptcy
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Ministry denies blame for Jamboree debacle
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Super Junior wraps up ‘Super Show 7’ in Seoul
Super Junior wowed fans at “Super Show 7” held at Jamsil Gymnasium in Seoul from Friday to Sunday.At the concerts, the group performed some of its hit tracks, such as “Sorry, Sorry,” “Boanamana” and “Mr. Simple,” as well as tracks from its latest album “Play” including the lead track “Black Suit,” “Scene Stealer,” “Too late,” “Runaway and “The Lucky Ones.” Super Junior performs during the “Super Show 7” concert at Jamsil Gymnasium in Seoul on Sunday. (SJ Label)Four of the group’s members -- Kan
Dec. 18, 2017
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27 years on, balladeer Shin Seung-hun says ‘life is Polaroid’
The end of the year is the perfect time to wallow in nostalgia, but walking down memory lane may not always be joyful; after all, the word “nostalgia” is said to come from “the pain from an old wound” in Greek. And with his silky voice, veteran singer-songwriter Shin Seung-hun, still reigning supreme after 27 years, told those attending his year-end concert Sunday that it is okay to embrace those past pains. Singing a verse from his first-ever digital single “Polaroid,” Shin said life, no matter
Dec. 18, 2017
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BTS' agency considers IPO
The South Korean mastermind behind K-pop band BTS, which was tweeted about more than any celebrity in the world this year, is considering an initial public offering as the $5 billion industry that unleashed Psy’s “Gangnam Style” climbs the charts in the US and China.Big Hit Entertainment has talked with its shareholders -- which included Legend Holdings Corp.’s venture-capital arm and LB Investment -- about an IPO, Bang Si-hyuk, the company’s chief executive officer and founder, said during an i
Dec. 18, 2017
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Rapper Kush nabbed buying cocaine
Another drug-related incident involving an artist from YG Entertainment has the public demanding that the K-pop agency assume more responsibility for its performers.On Friday, Seoul Bangbae Police Station said YG Entertainment’s rapper Kush, who also works under YG’s independent label The Black Label as its producer, was booked without detention for purchasing and using cocaine. According to police, Kush, whose real name is Kim Byung-hoon, 33, was nabbed in an undercover operation on Tuesday at
Dec. 17, 2017
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BTS’ ‘DNA’ music video surpasses 200 million views
Trailblazing K-pop boy band BTS has set yet another record in K-pop history. The music video for the group’s song “DNA” has surpassed 200 million views on YouTube in three months since its Sept. 18 release. It is the quickest a K-pop music video has surpassed 200 million views. BTS now has under its belt four videos that have surpassed the 200 million mark, including those for “Fire,” “Blood, Sweat & Tears” and “Dope.” BTS stars in the music video of “DNA.” (Big Hit Entertainment-YouTube)Seve
Dec. 17, 2017
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BTS’ ‘DNA’ enters Billboard’s 100 Best Songs of 2017
Continuing its domination of the Billboard charts, BTS’ recent single “DNA” has landed on the US magazine’s 100 Best Songs of 2017 chart. According to Billboard Wednesday, the smash hit from its latest album “Love Yourself Seung Her” was ranked No. 49 on the chart, making the seven-piece boy band the only K-pop act on this year’s list. BTS‘ “DNA” lands No. 49 on Billboard’s 100 Best Songs of 2017 chart. (Billboard)“BTS’ crossover into the US market isn’t a coincidence: The K-pop superstars hav
Dec. 14, 2017
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Lee Seung-gi to return in ‘All the Butlers’
Singer-turned-actor Lee Seung-gi, who recently completed his compulsory military service, will star in upcoming SBS variety show “All the Butlers.” According to the network, Lee will be a regular guest on the new show, which will be his first variety show since he was discharged in late October. “All the Butlers” will feature male celebrities spending a night at the homes of famous figures to learn about their lifestyles and achievements. Other regular guests of the show include Lee Sang-yoon, Y
Dec. 14, 2017
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EXO to drop special winter album 'Universe' next week
K-pop boy group EXO will release its seasonal winter album "Universe" next week, its agency said Thursday."Universe" will be released Dec. 21 in digital and physical formats, and will feature seven songs, including the lead rock ballad track "Universe," according to S.M. Entertainment. The group has put out seasonal winter albums each year since 2013. (S.M. Entertainment)EXO released its fourth studio album "The War" and its repackaged deluxe edition "The War: The Power of Music" this year, sell
Dec. 14, 2017
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Korean actress Song Hye-kyo to attend summit dinner of Moon, Xi
BEIJING (Yonhap) -- South Korean actress Song Hye-kyo will attend a state dinner to be hosted by Chinese Presidet Xi Jinping for President Moon Jae-in, an official from the South's presidential office Cheong Wa Dae said Wednesday.The dinner, set for Thursday, will mark Song's first public appearance since her wedding late October. The 35-year-old star of the 2016 hit drama "Descendants of the Sun" tied the knot with another Descendants of the Sun star, Song Joong-ki. Song Hye-kyo (UAA)Thursday's
Dec. 13, 2017
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[Album review] Taeyeon’s Christmas ballads heaven to ears
Taeyeon“This Christmas - Winter Is Coming”Genie MusicWho would have imagined that songs by a member of Girls’ Generation would be the perfect fit for the festive Christmas spirit? Also a soloist, Taeyeon’s breezy and sugary voice has always been appreciated by K-pop fans. And combining such a dulcet voice with the holiday season has resulted in the most sophisticated Christmas tunes of this year. “This Christmas - Winter Is Coming,” Taeyeon’s first seasonal effort, is not like Mariah Carey’s cla
Dec. 13, 2017
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‘As If It’s Your Last’ most viewed K-pop video of 2017
Black Pink’s “As If It’s Your Last” music video is so popular, even the Flash cannot get enough of it. The video, which made a cameo appearance in the film “Justice League,” was ranked the most viewed K-pop related video of this year on YouTube. The video-sharing platform tallied the views from Nov. 24, 2016, to Nov. 23, 2017, during which the Black Pink’s 2017 single outperformed other K-pop stars like BTS and Twice. As of Wednesday, the video has over 198 million views. Black Pink (YG Entertai
Dec. 13, 2017
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BTS to bid US fans ‘happy new year’ on ‘Dick Clark’
BTS will celebrate New Year’s Eve by making a guest appearance at the annual US television special “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve.”Big Hit Entertainment on Wednesday confirmed the boy band’s appearance on the show via its official SNS pages. The show, created by the legendary television personality Dick Clark, is broadcast live from New York City’s Times Square, and prominently covers the annual dropping of the Times Square Ball.The show also features live and pre-recorded performances by
Dec. 13, 2017
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[Video] Rebellious Swings is ‘confident’ despite ‘haters’
[Herald Interview]Admittedly, Swings, whose real name is Moon Ji-hoon, is one of the most talked-about, controversial and rebellious figures in the Korean music scene. This outspoken rapper, whose words are often unpolished and raw, is used to being a target of public criticism for fearlessly unleashing his rough nature. To name a few, he cusses in front of a camera, talks about sex and was once slammed by the media for revealing that he had kissed random girls in a club in the past. But still,
Dec. 12, 2017
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[Newsmaker] Year of BTS? Group makes impact both in and out of Korea
For BTS, the year 2017 marked the year it became a global pop icon, smashing records and making milestone achievements locally and internationally. While it has always been among the popular K-pop groups, this year saw BTS solidifying its position as the clear frontrunner in the scene.The boy band‘s latest feat came on Monday when Billboard ranked BTS as No. 10 in its annual year-end top 10 artists list. The list was led by Ed Sheeran, trailed by Bruno Mars, Drake, Kendrick Lamar, The Weeknd, Th
Dec. 12, 2017
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EXO’s ‘Ko Ko Bop’ tops 100 million views on YouTube
The music video for EXO’s “Ko Ko Bop” has been viewed over 100 million times on YouTube. The video for the lead track off “The War,” the group’s fourth full-length studio album released in July, hit the milestone Tuesday morning, becoming the group’s sixth video to surpass 100 million views on the global video-sharing website. (S.M. Entertainment)The K-pop sensation had already broken the mark five times, with “Overdose,” “Growl,” “Call Me Baby,” Monster” and “Wolf.”According to monthly album c
Dec. 12, 2017
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Twice tops music streaming charts with 'Heart Shaker'
Idol group Twice on Tuesday conquered all major music streaming charts with its newest release "Heart Shaker."The lead song for Twice's new album "Merry & Happy" ranked No. 1 on eight music streaming services, including Melon, Genie, Olleh Music, Mnet.com, Bugs and Naver Music. The music video has racked up more than 7.6 million views on YouTube. "Heart Shaker" became Twice's seventh No. 1 song since the band's debut. Enjoying wide popularity in Asia, the nine-member female act has delivered hit
Dec. 12, 2017
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BTS becomes top-10 artist on Billboard's year-end chart
K-pop group BTS has made the list of the top 10 musicians in the United States for 2017, according to American music publication Billboard.BTS ranked No. 10 on Billboard's Top Artists year-end chart this year, as seen on the company's website Monday (local time). Ed Sheeran and Bruno Mars led the chart, trailed by Drake, Kendrick Lamar, The Weeknd, the Chainsmokers and Justin Bieber.The chart ranks artists based on their performance on the Billboard Hot 100, Billboard 200 and Social 50 charts, a
Dec. 12, 2017
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EXO’s ‘The War’ goes platinum, and beyond
EXO has gone 4-for-4 with its studio albums, achieving platinum status with all four full-length albums as of Monday.According to monthly album charts on Gaon, EXO has sold 1.086 million copies of “The War,” its fourth studio album. The repackaged version “The War: The Power of Music” has sold an additional 506,485 copies,The combined sales figure of nearly 1.6 million records is more than that of any other EXO record. EXO (S.M. Entertainment)The K-pop juggernaut splashed onto the music scene o
Dec. 11, 2017
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HyunA tops China's QQ Music charts for 'Lip & Hip'
HyunA, a former member of the now-disbanded girl group 4minute, topped four charts of QQ Music, the largest music streaming and downloading service in China, for her new single "Lip & Hip," her management said Monday.The song ranked No. 1 on QQ Music's general new songs chart, general music video chart, K-pop chart and K-pop music video chart, according to Cube Entertainment.The general new songs chart includes all songs from China, Korea, Japan and America. (Cube Entertainment)Released last Mon
Dec. 11, 2017
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BTS presents tearful, beautiful finale of ‘Wings’ tour in Seoul
On its epic journey since 2013, BTS has risen like a phoenix. Once a rookie group struggling to survive in the stormy K-pop scene, the group is now called a world-dominating super star, hitting the US charts, grabbing global headlines and mesmerizing fans all over the world. After leaving their footprints around the globe, the K-pop superstar finally landed on its home turf, where it put an end mark on its monthslong “Wings” tour that kicked off in Seoul in February. And its retrospective “grand
Dec. 11, 2017