North Korean defector chases K-pop stardom on idol reality show

YouTuber IShowSpeed confronted a fan during a trip in South Korea over the latter’s alleged use of a racial slur while referring to him. Key points:

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South Korea’s young investors are getting into gold by buying bite-sized bars sold at convenience stores and vending machines. Key points: 

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New Netflix variety show “Super Rich in Korea” appears to have failed to captivate viewers, instead igniting discussions about wealth inequality in the country....

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BTS’ RM is dropping the music video for “Come Back to Me,” a track from his new solo album slated for release later this month. Key points:

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Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun gave K-drama fans a delightful and hilarious recreation of his iconic scene from the hit show “Queen of Tears” at an awards show in Se...

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K-pop star Hyuna recently shared extreme dieting practices she endured in her early days as an idol, including going a week without eating. Key points:

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BTS’s fanbase is protesting against the South Korean government’s investigation into alleged chart manipulation by the boy band’s agency Hybe...

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A Pomeranian has become the latest face of a Seoul community safety program that sees pets and their owners patrolling their neighborhoods. Key points:

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K-pop girl group NewJeans has pushed through with a successful music video release, despite the ongoing public feud between label Hybe and its subsidiary Ador....

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Editor’s Note: This article has been corrected to indicate that Ive will resume their world tour in June, not May. K-pop girl group Ive has returned with...

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