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BTS Fires Up the 2026 World Cup Final…With a First-of-Its-Kind, Epic Halftime Show

BTS Fires Up the 2026 World Cup Final…With a First-of-Its-Kind, Epic Halftime Show

From singing Billboard No. 1 smash “Dynamite” to outfits bearing Son Heung-min’s jersey numbers… Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber and other global pop stars cap the World Cup’s final bow
21st-century pop icons that hit the heart of a global festivalAbsolute power in the global music scene, “BTS” “the 2026 FIFA North Central America World Cup” final halftime show, taking full command and rewriting the history of pop.
'Back-Upward Hit' Myth: Brave Girls (BBGIRLS) Eyes Summer Queen With New Song 'Body Wave'

'Back-Upward Hit' Myth: Brave Girls (BBGIRLS) Eyes Summer Queen With New Song 'Body Wave'

Brave Girls, the stars of 'Rollin,' are set to drop a new track with crisp, tropical sound this summer—signaling a heavy impact on the music scene.
Brave Girls make a full return to 'Summer Queen,' throwing down a weighty challenge that shakes up the music landscapeThe girl group Brave Girls is reshaping the balance of summer once again. According to its agency, GLG, the group released its new single, 'Body Wave ,' in a surprise drop on the...
BTS Leads K-Pop Export Surge of 125% in the First Half… BigBang and Stray Kids Take the Stage in the Second Half

BTS Leads K-Pop Export Surge of 125% in the First Half… BigBang and Stray Kids Take the Stage in the Second Half

After conquering the United States, Blackpink, Cortiz, BigBang, and Stray Kids are set to reclaim the annual 100-million-album milestone this year
The map of global pop music history is in turmoil. Fueled by the overwhelming performances of mega artists such as 'BTS' and 'Blackpink', the 'K-pop market' saw an unprecedented boom in the first half of this year.
Analog Scent in the AI Era… Park Hak-gi Launches a Talk Concert, “Filling in the Blanks,” With Audience Members

Analog Scent in the AI Era… Park Hak-gi Launches a Talk Concert, “Filling in the Blanks,” With Audience Members

First Episode on YouTube on July 7… A Relay of Support From Star Social Media First guest is Yurisangja (Jang Park Seung-hwa & Lee Se-jun), delivering the emotional pull and connection of a small-venue concert that brings back the memories of the ’80s and ’90s
Amid an onslaught of digital, ‘solid comfort’ delivered by analogIn today’s era, when artificial intelligence and advanced digital technology have encroached on everyday life, a distinctive YouTube content series that brings back the warm sensibilities of the 1980s and 1990s is finding its way to...
‘King of Reggae’ Fantan Mojah Dies of Heart-Related Complications on Eve of His 50th Birthday at Age 49

‘King of Reggae’ Fantan Mojah Dies of Heart-Related Complications on Eve of His 50th Birthday at Age 49

He died suddenly at the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) in Jamaica on the 14th (local time)… After a recent rapid deterioration in health and a long fight, he passed away A modern route-reggae legend who dominated Jamaica’s charts for eight straight weeks in the 2000s with “Hungry” and “Hail the King” After overcoming a shock diagnosis that his heart function had fallen to 15% in 2024, he returned to the stage—only to die suddenly, shocking fans worldwide The tragedy that was reported as he was preparing to return to the international stage after his German Reggae Jam Festival visa was approved
A globally known reggae star from Jamaica who led the golden era of modern route reggae with a deep, spiritual voice and an uncompromising message, Fantan Mojah (Fantan Mojah; 49), died suddenly just weeks before his 50th birthday.
3 Apple TV Soccer Picks to Watch Before the World Cup Ends

3 Apple TV Soccer Picks to Watch Before the World Cup Ends

The world’s festival of football — and, for South Koreans, a somewhat bittersweet one — the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America has reached its final stages. The global tournament, featuring national teams from 32 countries, opened in June 2026 and has delivered high-stakes showdowns among the...
Madonna Tops Billboard 200 for First Time in 7 Years, the First Artist to Earn No. 1 Albums Across Four Decades From the 1980s to the 2020s!

Madonna Tops Billboard 200 for First Time in 7 Years, the First Artist to Earn No. 1 Albums Across Four Decades From the 1980s to the 2020s!

Her 15th studio album, “Confessions II,” claims her 10th all-time No. 1 on the Billboard 200.
The history of popular music is divided into before and after “Madonna.” The pop monarch, forever crowned, has reclaimed the top spot on the US “Billboard 200” in a stunning comeback after seven years with her 15th studio album, “Confessions II ”—proving once again the kind of vitality that is...
'Chasing Eternity' — All 13 Members of SEVENTEEN Re-Sign for a Second Time With Pledis

'Chasing Eternity' — All 13 Members of SEVENTEEN Re-Sign for a Second Time With Pledis

In their 11th year since debut, SEVENTEEN renews contracts for all 13 members without any member departures, setting a new chapter in K-pop history
The second decision for the full 13-member lineup — setting a new milestone for the K-pop industryAn unprecedented record has been written into the K-pop ecosystem. The 13-member boy group 'SEVENTEEN' has carried out a swift second contract renewal with its agency 'PLEDIS Entertainment', proving...
Critics’ harsh backlash can’t stop it—‘Michael’ clears $1 billion, topping Oppenheimer

Critics’ harsh backlash can’t stop it—‘Michael’ clears $1 billion, topping Oppenheimer

‘Michael Jackson’ biopic ‘Michael’ crosses the $1 billion mark to claim the No. 1 spot in history As overwhelming audience support overturns reviewers’ scathing takes and takes over the Billboard charts
The return of the ‘King of Pop,’ and a $1 billion miracle that overwhelmed screens worldwideThe enduring ‘King of Pop’ Michael Jackson biopic ‘Michael’ shone a light on the twists and turns of his life, establishing a new milestone for the global film industry by reaching the $1 billion mark in...
'Jung Kook-directed' BTS Life Goes On MV clears 600 million views milestone

'Jung Kook-directed' BTS Life Goes On MV clears 600 million views milestone

The comfort-filled BTS classic that brought solace to the world during the COVID-19 pandemic!
A beam of comfort that bursts through the darkness of the pandemic, an enduring global phenomenonA hit song from the group 'BTS' rewriting pop history, the 'Life Goes On' music video has smashed through YouTube cumulative views of '600 million views', stacking yet another towering achievement.