Joshua of K-pop group Seventeen will speak at UNESCO headquarters in Paris on June 25 as a youth goodwill ambassador. The event is part of a joint initiative with UNESCO focused on youth creativity and well-being, with the group having previously donated $1 million to establish a global youth fund.
K-pop group Riize is set to release their second EP, "II," on Monday, featuring six tracks including the lead single "Do Your Dance." The album signifies a shift towards action and forward momentum for the group.
K-pop group BTS celebrated its 13th debut anniversary with two sold-out concerts in Busan, South Korea, drawing approximately 110,000 fans. Members expressed gratitude to their fanbase, ARMY, for their support throughout their global journey, emphasizing the joy of performing in their home country.
Anitta's participation in the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony in Los Angeles is seen as a major international achievement, solidifying her status as a global music icon representing Brazil.
Estados Unidos goleia Paraguai por 4 a 1 na estreia da Copa América no Sofi Stadium, em Los Angeles. Ingressos caros e público presente para ver o show de Balogun e Pulisic.
K-Pop artists like EJAE, BLACKPINK's Lisa, and BTS are featuring prominently in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, from the opening ceremony to the final halftime show. This highlights the elevated global status of K-culture, with experts noting its natural integration into global events and its appeal to younger generations.
Hybe Co., the agency behind K-pop group BTS, issued a formal apology after the first night of the group's "Arirang" world tour in Busan was delayed by over an hour due to a slow entry process for tens of thousands of fans. The concert, scheduled to start at 7 p.m., was pushed back to 8:15 p.m., and the agency pledged to improve on-site operations for the following concert.
K-pop group BIGBANG has announced its 20th-anniversary world tour, starting in South Korea in August and spanning North America, Europe, Oceania, and Asia until February 2027. The tour will feature 31 shows in 18 cities, including major stadiums.
Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) will offer a K-pop curriculum as a regular elective course starting in the 2025-2026 school year. Developed with the Consulate General of Korea in Los Angeles, the course goes beyond listening to K-pop, teaching students about the industry's structure, marketing, and planning.
TV rights holders are frustrated by Fifa's lack of clarity on the duration of the World Cup final's half-time show, impacting advertising sales. The show, featuring Madonna, Shakira, and BTS, could extend the interval significantly beyond the standard 15 minutes.
BTS' hit song "Dynamite" has unexpectedly become a viral trend on TikTok and X, with football fans using it in South Korea-themed match edits. The song's popularity in these crossover clips highlights BTS' global cultural influence extending into sports culture.
K-pop group izna releases 3rd EP 'Set the Tempo' with lead track 'Metronome', blending house music with a message of self-definition and independence, marking their growth since debut.
BTS's album 'Arirang' sold 706,961 copies in Japan's first half, topping Billboard Japan's chart, with five other K-pop acts also in the top 20.
K-pop group Le Sserafim discusses overcoming internal tensions and online hate through their music, including the song 'Need Your Company', and finding resilience through their bond.
Former NCT member Mark has launched his own agency, Upper Room, where he will serve as co-CEO. The company aims to produce diverse music-based content integrating video, visual art, and performance.
A franquia "Todo Mundo em Pânico" retorna com seu sexto capítulo, trazendo de volta os irmãos Wayans e o elenco original. O filme busca satirizar a cultura do cancelamento e dilemas geracionais, mas a execução é criticada pela falta de criatividade e humor repetitivo.
Agenda cultural para as regiões de Sorocaba e Jundiaí (SP) inclui shows de Anavitória, Lagum, Glória Groove, Sorriso Maroto e Thiaguinho, além de festival de vinho, exposições e feiras de artesanato.
South Korean girl group CLC will reunite for their 11th anniversary concert, "CLC 11th Anniversary Concert: After All in Taipei," on July 19 at Zepp New Taipei. The concert marks their first full group performance since 2022, fulfilling fans' long-held wishes for a reunion.
Cidades como Porangaba, Capão Bonito, Itapetininga e Boituva celebram o mês de junho com festas juninas e comemorações de Santo Antônio, incluindo quermesses, shows e eventos culturais.
A fan event for K-pop group EXO in Kaohsiung has raised national security concerns due to the involvement of a Chinese e-commerce platform with alleged CCP ties. Taiwanese fans were reportedly asked to use their Mainland Travel Permits or passports for verification, prompting a legislator to call for a serious review by relevant authorities.
K-pop group aespa releases their second studio album 'Lemonade', shifting to an intense EDM sound, with a lead track conveying resilience and overcoming adversity, accompanied by a expanded fictional universe narrative.
BTS wins Artist of the Year at the 2026 AMAs, their second time taking the top honor, and also wins Song of the Summer for 'Swim'. K-pop group Katseye wins New Artist of the Year, and 'KPop Demon Hunters' soundtrack wins three awards.
The song "Golden" from the Netflix animated film "KPop Demon Hunters" OST won Song of the Year at the American Music Awards. Performed by Korean American artists Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami, the track triumphed over nine other nominees, including Taylor Swift.
The original soundtrack 'Golden' from Netflix's animation 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' has won 'Song of the Year' at the American Music Awards, beating out strong contenders. Singers EJAE and Lay Ahmi, who performed the song for the fictional girl group Huntricx, accepted the award.
