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๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
World

K-pop group gathered fewer than expected for free concert

The K-pop group BTS held a free outdoor concert in Seoul that attracted only 104,000 fans instead of the anticipated 260,000, leading to a decrease in their management company's stock value.

Mar 23 โ€ข 07:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

KATSEYE delivers impeccable choreography for a good audience at Lolla, but nothing beyond

KATSEYE's performance at Lollapalooza Brazil 2026 showcased their impressive choreography but fell short of elevating beyond expectations.

Mar 23 โ€ข 01:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

K-pop group BTS drew over 100,000 fans to Seoul comeback concert, says label

Over 100,000 fans attended BTS's first concert in nearly four years at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul, despite a lower turnout than initially expected.

Mar 22 โ€ข 04:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Revelation of 2025, Katseye comes to Lolla amid 'beef' and with one less member; understand

The girl group Katseye is set to perform at Lollapalooza Sรฃo Paulo, facing challenges including the absence of a member due to mental health issues and divided fan opinions.

Mar 22 โ€ข 03:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

At an awkward time, RIIZE inaugurates k-pop at Lollapalooza Brazil, leaving a good impression

The South Korean group RIIZE made its debut at Lollapalooza Brazil, performing k-pop despite a low turn-out due to a scheduling clash with another headliner.

Mar 22 โ€ข 01:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
National & Local

BTS fans take over central Seoul for K-pop kings' big comeback

BTS fans gathered in central Seoul to celebrate the K-pop group's highly anticipated return.

Mar 21 โ€ข 10:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"BTS Comeback, I Can't Miss This Historic Moment"... Fans Gather in Gwanghwamun from Around the World

Fans from across the globe gathered at Gwanghwamun in Seoul, South Korea, to witness the historic comeback performance of the K-pop group BTS, highlighting the event's significance to their fandom.

Mar 21 โ€ข 10:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
World

BTS fans flooded Seoul ahead of K-pop stars' comeback concert

A massive crowd of 260,000 fans is anticipated in Seoul to attend a live-streamed concert of the globally recognized K-pop group BTS, marking their return after military service.

Mar 21 โ€ข 10:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
Life & Tech

Popular K-Pop Group BTS Performs in Seoul โ€“ K-Pop King RM Injured His Ankle, but He Will be Seen on Stage

BTS, a world-renowned K-Pop group, is set to perform in Seoul after nearly four years, despite their leader RM suffering an ankle injury during rehearsals.

Mar 21 โ€ข 09:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Riize performs solo show in SP and gives preview of K-pop debut at Lollapalooza

Riize made history as the first K-pop group to perform at Lollapalooza Brazil, showcasing their unique style in a solo show prior to the festival.

Mar 20 โ€ข 23:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Boy Group BTS Back: A City Stands for K-Pop

The popular boy band BTS has returned, bringing excitement to Seoul, which is a key center of K-Pop culture.

Mar 20 โ€ข 17:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The pressure is immense as K-pop group BTS returns before millions

BTS, the world's most successful K-pop group, is making a highly anticipated return after a long hiatus, with a concert in Seoul expected to attract over 250,000 fans and a worldwide livestream on Netflix.

Mar 20 โ€ข 16:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Foreign ARMY invades Seoul โ€” BTS fans, that is

Foreign fans of BTS, referred to as ARMY, are flooding Seoul ahead of the group's comeback concert, visiting various iconic locations associated with the band.

Mar 20 โ€ข 09:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

BTS release new album Arirang ahead of comeback concert

K-pop group BTS has launched their new album 'Arirang' as they prepare for their first concert in four years following a military hiatus.

Mar 20 โ€ข 05:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

K-pop: the South Korean group BTS releases Arirang, their first album since 2020

BTS has released their fifth studio album 'Arirang,' marking their return after three years, coinciding with a major concert in Seoul.

Mar 20 โ€ข 04:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
National & Local

New BTS album drops ahead of comeback mega-gig

K-pop group BTS has released their new album 'ARIRANG' ahead of a highly anticipated comeback concert in Seoul after a lengthy hiatus due to military service.

Mar 20 โ€ข 00:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Security Alert Raised in Seoul Due to BTS Comeback Concert

Seoul has raised its security alert level ahead of a major comeback concert by K-pop group BTS, which is expected to attract 260,000 fans, many of whom will gather without tickets.

Mar 19 โ€ข 17:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

K. Vaitiekลซnas responds to the sale of part of the Vilnius cogeneration plant

Lithuanian Finance Minister K. Vaitiekลซnas addressed the recent sale of shares from the Vilnius cogeneration plant during a government hour in the Seimas, asserting the sale aligned with commitments to the European Commission and emphasizing confidence in the company unless proven otherwise.

Mar 19 โ€ข 13:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

BTS with Jimmy Fallon: What We Know About the Group's Return to 'The Tonight Show'

K-pop phenomenon BTS is making a comeback to U.S. television on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' with a special two-night format following their hiatus.

Mar 19 โ€ข 05:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Cuaderno Case: This Thursday the court interrogates Oscar Centeno and the K financier Ernesto Clarens in the trial

This Thursday, the Federal Oral Court 7 resumes interrogations in the Cuaderno case trial, involving 86 accused individuals connected to an organized criminal group that engaged in illegal fund collection and payments.

Mar 18 โ€ข 20:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
National & Local

BTS fever grips Seoul as boy band return after four-year hiatus

The K-pop group BTS is making a highly anticipated return to the stage in Seoul after a four-year break, which is expected to significantly boost South Korea's tourism and consumer economy.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

K-pop fans paralyze the National Pension Service with protests over Heeseung's departure... 'Give back our Heeseung!'

K-pop fans protested against the National Pension Service after a member of the boy group ENHYPEN, Heeseung, announced his departure, leading to a surge of complaints that disrupted the pension service's operations.

Mar 18 โ€ข 09:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Netflix drops explosive BTS The Return first look as viewers left 'sobbing'

Netflix has released an emotional trailer for its upcoming BTS documentary, leaving fans anticipating the group's live performance and film premiere.

Mar 17 โ€ข 10:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The presentation of Golden from The K-Pop Warriors at the 2026 Academy Awards

The 2026 Academy Awards featured a standout performance of 'Golden' by the fictional K-Pop group HUNTR/X, contributing to the success of the animated film KPop Demon Hunters.

Mar 16 โ€ข 17:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

New Line, a group that triumphs on TikTok as the 'K-Pop Warriors of Merengue'

The Canary Island band Nueva Lรญnea has successfully adapted traditional folk music into a hit on TikTok, appealing to a young audience and earning the title of the 'K-Pop Warriors of Merengue.'

Mar 15 โ€ข 15:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

From Seoul to Buenos Aires: Who is RIIZE, the K-pop group that aims to conquer Lollapalooza

RIIZE, a K-pop group supported by SM Entertainment, is poised to make a significant impact at Lollapalooza in Buenos Aires, establishing the city as a key destination for emerging K-pop acts.

Mar 12 โ€ข 21:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Heeseung explains why he is leaving ENHYPEN; fans send protest trucks to South Korea

K-pop group ENHYPEN's member Heeseung announced his departure from the group, prompting intense fan protests and a petition to keep him in the band.

Mar 11 โ€ข 20:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The reason why Heeseung leaves the K-pop group Enhypen, after six years of career

South Korean singer Heeseung has announced his departure from the K-pop group Enhypen to pursue a solo career, as confirmed by BELIFT LAB agency on March 10.

Mar 10 โ€ข 22:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Heeseung announces departure from Enhypen; K-pop group will continue with the other six members

Heeseung has announced his departure from the K-pop group Enhypen, although the group will continue with the remaining members.

Mar 10 โ€ข 13:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Total Shock in K-Pop: Heeseung Leaves ENHYPEN to Pursue a Solo Career

Heeseung, the oldest member and a key vocal pillar of the K-Pop group ENHYPEN, will officially leave the group to pursue a solo music career, as confirmed by his agency.

Mar 10 โ€ข 11:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Blackpink transforms the National Museum of Korea to present their album 'Deadline'

K-pop group Blackpink has transformed the National Museum of Korea into an interactive space to celebrate the launch of their latest album, 'Deadline.'

Mar 5 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Big Bang confirms world tour for 20th debut anniversary... YG 'preparing for a perfect performance'

K-pop group Big Bang is set to embark on a world tour to celebrate their 20th debut anniversary, as confirmed by YG Entertainment.

Mar 4 โ€ข 01:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The female K-pop group Blackpink presents โ€˜Deadlineโ€™, their new album after more than three years

Blackpink has released their new album 'Deadline', their first in over three years, marked by a special program at the National Museum of Korea in Seoul.

Feb 28 โ€ข 23:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

BLACKPINKโ€™s โ€˜Deadlineโ€™ sells 1.46 million copies on release dayโ€ฆ โ€œK-Pop girl group recordโ€

BLACKPINK's third mini-album, 'Deadline', achieved remarkable sales of 1.46 million copies on its release day, setting a new record for K-Pop girl groups.

Feb 28 โ€ข 06:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Blackpink returns with new release after more than 3 years

The K-pop group Blackpink has released their EP "DEADLINE," marking their first new material in over three years.

Feb 27 โ€ข 17:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Monsta X, K-Pop group, will perform in Sรฃo Paulo; see how to buy tickets

The K-Pop group Monsta X is set to perform in Sรฃo Paulo on June 9, with tickets available via Ticketmaster.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
World

Who are NMIXX, the K-pop group that caused a stir in Viรฑa del Mar 2026

NMIXX, a rising K-pop girl group, made a notable impact at the Viรฑa del Mar Festival in 2026, showcasing their growing influence on the international music scene.

Feb 25 โ€ข 21:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
Life & Tech

The K-Pop group NMIXX closes the third night of Viรฑa del Mar 2026 and receives Silver and Gold Gaviota

The K-Pop group NMIXX made history at the Viรฑa del Mar 2026 festival by becoming the first Korean music act to perform and winning two awards.

Feb 25 โ€ข 06:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

K. Mavros: The PPC Group has doubled its installed capacity in Romania โ€“ Targeting 2 GW of renewable energy by the end of the year

The PPC Group has doubled its installed capacity in Romania and aims to reach 2 GW of renewable energy by the end of the year, as shared by its Deputy CEO during a major energy conference in Bucharest.

Feb 24 โ€ข 10:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

Plussa points can now be collected at the store checkout in a new way

MobilePay allows the collection of K-Group's Plussa points at checkout using Apple phones with NFC technology.

Feb 24 โ€ข 06:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The K-pop group NMIXX will debut at Viรฑa del Mar and aims for more collaborations with Latin American artists

The K-pop girl group NMIXX is set to debut at the Viรฑa del Mar International Festival in Chile, expressing hopes for more collaborations with Latin American artists.

Feb 24 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Janja receives a gift from Jin, the singer of K-pop group BTS, during her trip to South Korea; see video

First Lady Janja received a gin bottle from Jin of BTS during her visit to South Korea, which was personally dedicated to her by the singer.

Feb 23 โ€ข 02:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Marcus and Martinus release duet with Synne Vo

Marcus and Martinus have released a new single titled "Nonchalant," featuring Synne Vo, which is a reinterpretation of K-pop group Ive's hit from 2022, "After LIKE."

Feb 21 โ€ข 12:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

BLACKPINK YouTube Channel Surpasses 100 Million Subscribers... The First Among Global Artists

K-pop group BLACKPINK has become the first music artist to surpass 100 million subscribers on their YouTube channel.

Feb 21 โ€ข 06:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
World

What is Golden by HUNTRIX and how does it sound now

'Golden' by the fictional K-Pop group Huntrix, featured in the animated film 'K-Pop Demon Hunters,' has become a massive hit on streaming platforms and social media, reaching the top of music charts worldwide.

Feb 20 โ€ข 09:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The book about the elites of power in Spain that the Planeta group did not want to publish

The book 'The Elites that Dominate Spain' by Andrรฉs Villena Oliver reveals the hidden power structures in the country and will be published by Libros del K.O. after being initially rejected by Planeta.

Feb 20 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Yonsei University's K-NIBRT Project Group Completes First Training Course of Bio-Health Academy 'Bio-All'

Yonsei University's K-NIBRT Project Group reported the successful completion of the first training course of the 'Bio-All' Bio-Health Academy, with 49 students graduating.

Feb 20 โ€ข 01:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

We will never forget, say NMIXX singers after bloc party with Pabllo Vittar at Carnival

NMIXX, a South Korean girl group, expressed their heartfelt gratitude after performing with Brazilian artist Pabllo Vittar at Carnival in Sรฃo Paulo, marking a historic moment for K-pop's participation in this festive event.

Feb 17 โ€ข 19:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

New payment method tested at K-store

A new mobile scanning payment method has been implemented in K-Citymarket in Vantaa, allowing customers to scan and pack their groceries using their smartphones.

Feb 17 โ€ข 18:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Revelers face rain and sun to see Pabllo and K-pop group Nmixx

The Carnival bloc of Pabllo Vittar, alongside the K-pop group Nmixx, drew a large crowd at Parque Ibirapuera in Sรฃo Paulo, marking a significant first for K-pop at Carnaval.

Feb 16 โ€ข 21:20 UTC

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