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Contentious grain bill put directly to plenary meeting for vote
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Yoon's approval rating plunges to all-time low
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Will tug-of-war between doctors, government end soon?
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Climate impacts set to cut 2050 global GDP by nearly a fifth
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Trilateral talks acknowledge ‘serious’ slumps of won, yen
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[Graphic News] More Koreans say they plan long-distance trips this year
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[KH Explains] Hyundai's full hybrid edge to pay off amid slow transition to pure EVs
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North Korea removes streetlights along cross-border roads with South
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Russia's denial of entry of S. Korean national unrelated to bilateral ties: Seoul official
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Farming households dip below 1m for first time in 2023
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New season of late-night KBS music talk show to reawaken legendary artists and music
The late-night KBS music talk show “The Seasons” is set for a fresh start with Choi Jung-hoon, band Jannabi's vocalist, as its new face. “I’m so honored to be part of this program. I’ve dreamed of performing at a late-night music talk show but never of hosting it. Different to Jay Park, who did an amazing job as the emcee of the first season and put his focus on the artists themselves, I will try to focus more on their music,” said Choi Jung-hoon during
K-popMay 9, 2023
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Oneus sets off as a quintet with 'Pygmalion'
Boy band Oneus is opening its second chapter with its ninth EP, "Pygmalion." "This album in one phrase is 'Oneus' new takeoff.' We've worked really hard to show a different side of us," Hwanwoong said at a press showcase in Seoul on Monday. "Pygmalion" marks the return of Oneus after eight months, the group's longest break to date. It is also the group's first album dropped following the departure of member Raven in October, which left
K-popMay 9, 2023
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Seventeen hits No. 2 on Billboard albums chart
Seventeen continues to write history with its 10th EP, "FML," with the album landing at No. 2 on Billboard's main albums chart. The US music publisher on Monday announced the chart placing, which beats the groups previous best performance, when it hit No. 4 with its fourth LP-reissue "Sector 17" in July 2022. Since its debut on the chart at No. 15 with eighth EP "Your Choice" in 2021, all of Seventeen's albums made it into the chart and set highs every tim
K-popMay 9, 2023
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K-pop boy band CIX announces comeback in May
K-pop boy band CIX is dropping a new album this month. The upcoming album marks the quintet’s first release since its fifth EP “OK’ Episode 1: OK Not” in August last year. CIX unveiled its first teaser clip on Tuesday to announce its new release, in which all members are wearing school uniforms and each is expressing a different kind of sadness. According to the group’s management agency C9 Entertainment, the upcoming album is the second episode of the act’s &
K-popMay 9, 2023
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[Herald Interview] ADYA embarks on adventure with debut single 'Per'
ADYA, Starting House Entertainment’s new girl group, set sail on Tuesday with its debut single “Per." The name of the five-member group is a combination of the word “adventure” and the Spanish word “ya,” which means now. ADYA comprises Chaeeun, Sena, Seungchae, Yeonsu and Seowon. The team, whose members are aged 17 to 20, aims to portray the younger generation who love themselves and are honest about their feelings and desires, ADYA said. “We don&rs
K-popMay 9, 2023
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[Today’s K-pop] BTS’ Jungkook sets Guinness record with Spotify streams
Jungkook of BTS set a Guinness World Record for amassing 1 billion streams on Spotify in the shortest time for a K-pop male solo artist, said the global record authority on Monday. He achieved the feat on the platform in 409 days with three songs: “Stay Alive” from the original soundtrack for the webtoon “7Fates: Chakho,” the Charlie Puth collaboration track “Left and Right” and “Dreamers” from the official soundtrack for the 2022 FIFA Qatar World
K-popMay 8, 2023
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Led by 'Spicy,' aespa returns with 3rd mini album 'My World'
Aespa finally made its long-awaited return on Monday with songs filled with bright young energy, unlike its powerful and intensely conceptual previous tracks. Aespa dropped its third mini album, “My World,” on Monday, 10 months after the release of its last album. "This album shows a new side of aespa. We've mostly done dark and intense music so far because of our Kwangya story line, in which we fought with a villain called Black Mamba. But as we are back in the 'real
K-popMay 8, 2023
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Boynextdoor to debut with 3-track single
Hybe's rookie boy band Boynextdoor is set to unveil three songs on its debut single. KOZ Entertainment, Hybe's affiliate label under which the band will debut, on Monday said Boynextdoor's debut single, "Who!," will consist of three songs: "But I Like You," "One and Only" and "Serenade." Rapper-producer Zico, who is the CEO of the team's label, took part in producing "One and Only," teaming up with his longtime musical partner
K-popMay 8, 2023
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MCND takes stage in Dubai for '2023 K-Travel Week in UAE'
K-pop boy band MCND performed in Dubai Festival City, United Arab Emirates, in celebration of "2023 K-Travel Week in UAE," its agency TOP Media said Monday. According to the agency, MCND was the only K-pop artist to perform at the festival held on Friday and Saturday. The event was organized by South Korean Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and Korea Tourism Organization to promote South Korean culture and tourism in the Middle East. Appearing onstage to fans' cheering, MCND
K-popMay 8, 2023
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K-pop's 5th gen kicks off with boy band rush
K-pop is entering a new era, with rookie boy bands rushing to open doors. The fourth generation of K-pop groups, mainly defined by those who debuted from 2019 to 2022, saw the flourishing of girl groups. From aespa to Ive, NewJeans, Le Sserafim and Itzy, unique and talented groups reigned on the stage and charts during those years. But trends come and go, and it appears boy bands may be in vogue again. One of the most anticipated groups from the next generation is the string of new boy bands set
K-popMay 8, 2023
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iKon starts 'Take Off' world tour in Seoul
Six-piece boy band iKon kicked off its world tour "Take Off" with a set of Seoul concerts. The first and second day of iKon's global concert tour "Take Off" took place on Friday and Saturday at Jangchung Arena in Seoul. The concerts followed the band's long-awaited comeback on Thursday with its third full-length album "Take Off." The six members packed both nights with three hours of live performances and talk sessions, showcasing old hits, such as "R
K-popMay 7, 2023
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Fifty Fifty becomes 1st K-pop girl group to enter British Official Singles Chart Top 10
Fifty Fifty has made it into the top 10 of the British Official Singles Chart for the first time as a K-pop girl group with its new viral hit song "Cupid." According to the latest chart released Friday, "Cupid" rose nine places from last week to rank No. 9 in its sixth consecutive week on the chart. Since debuting at No. 96, the song has climbed rapidly up the rankings to reach No. 61, 34, 26, 18 and now ninth. It marks the first time a K-pop girl group has reached the Britis
K-popMay 6, 2023
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[Today’s K-pop] NCT’s Taeyong to drop solo album next month
Taeyong of NCT will bring out his first solo album early next month, according to label SM Entertainment Thursday. He is shooting a music video for the album, added a source. He will be the first member of the mega band to release an album on his own although many, including Mark, Taeil, Jaehyun and Doyoung, dropped solo singles before. Taeyong also put out “Long Flight” as the label’s singles project in 2019. The musician debuted in 2016 as a member of the band and has partic
K-popMay 4, 2023
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Ex-foreign service employee fined for attempt to sell BTS Jungkook's lost hat
The Seoul Central District Court has fined a former foreign service employee 1 million won ($749) on charges of attempting to sell BTS member Jungkook's lost hat online, legal sources said Wednesday. The employee, whose identity has been withheld, put the bucket hat for sale on an online second-hand market for 10 million won in October, claiming the K-pop star had left it at the foreign ministry building in Seoul when he visited to apply for a passport. The seller deleted his offer and turn
K-popMay 3, 2023
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Singer Im Chang-jung's stock fraud allegation fogs up mimiirose prospects
South Korean singer Im Chang-jung is being investigated by the prosecution and financial regulators for his alleged role in a stock price manipulation case. Eight stocks listed in the Korean stock market including Seoul Gas, Daesung Holdings and Sebang have plummeted to the daily limit of 30 percent through SG Securities Korea since April 24. He reportedly invested billions of won through individuals suspected to be responsible for the stocks' volatility. Im sold a part of his stake in his
K-popMay 3, 2023
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[Today’s K-pop] Monsta X’s Shownu, Hyungwon to debut as duo: report
Shownu and Hyungwon of Monsta X will form a subunit, a first from the six-member band, this summer, according to a local media report on Wednesday. Agency Starship Entertainment confirmed the news following the report. No specific timetable, though, has been set yet, it added. It will be Shownu’s first official activity since he was discharged from the mandatory military service last month. The band debuted in 2015 with EP “Trespass” and bandmates will pursue individual career
K-popMay 3, 2023
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K-pop veteran band BTOB hopes to gain global reach with mini album “Wind and Wish”
K-pop veteran boy group BTOB hopes its 12th mini album “Wind and Wish” can be a lucky charm to listeners. “As always, our members Hyunsik and Minhyuk produced all the tracks in this album. The tracks are perfect to tune into at this time of the year. We want to spread love, hope and luck with this album,” said the group’s leader Eunkwang during a press conference on Tuesday in Seoul. The mini album is BTOB's first since its third full-length album “Be Tog
K-popMay 3, 2023
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BTS' Suga hits No. 2 on Billboard 200
BTS' member Suga's solo album "D-Day" landed at No. 2 on the latest Billboard 200 main albums chart, continuing the rise of his solo career. Suga has now tied the record set by his bandmate Jimin, who reached No. 2 on the chart in April with his solo album "Face." It was the highest chart position achieved by a Korean solo artist. The album's main song "Haegeum" entered Billboard's Hot 100 singles chart at No. 58. This is Suga's second time
K-popMay 3, 2023
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Teen Top to celebrate 13th anniversary with July comeback
Boy band Teen Top is set to return in July, marking their first group comeback in three years. The act's label TOP Media on Wednesday announced that Teen Top is gearing up to drop a new album in July. This will the five-piece's comeback after releasing its special album "To You 2020" in 2020. The label said that the members decided to return in time for the group's 13th anniversary, to thank fans who have stood by them. The new album will include a re-recorded version of
K-popMay 3, 2023
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[Today’s K-pop] Blackpink’s Jisoo, Lisa set record on Spotify with solo songs
Jisoo of Blackpink set a record on Spotify with her solo song, “Flower,” which fronted the album “Me.” It took the single only 32 days to generate 100 million streams, a record time for a K-pop female soloist. This replaces the record Lisa set with “Money” that achieved the feat in 37 days. Meanwhile, Lisa surpassed 1 billion streams on Spotify with her first solo album “Lalisa” as of last week. She became the first K-pop solo artist to reach the
K-popMay 2, 2023