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KiiiKiii Performs EDM Versions on NBA China Games 2026 Halftime Stage

The group KiiiKiii performed at the NBA China Games 2026 halftime shows and the NBA House Macau 2026 fan festival. They showcased EDM versions of their songs and a variety of other tracks during their appearances in Macau.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.13

K-pop

TOUCHED reveals their inner selves with first full-length album... 12 tracks in 'Polar Night'

The band TOUCHED is releasing their first full-length album, 'Polar Night', on October 15, featuring 12 tracks that explore their deep emotions. Following their debut five years ago, the band aims to expand their musical spectrum by revealing the melancholy and anxiety hidden behind their powerful live performances.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.13

K-pop

AND2BLE to make first comeback 5 months after debut... New album to be released on the 27th

The group AND2BLE, who recorded 731,600 copies in first-week sales for their debut album and won 12 award trophies, is preparing for their first comeback. They will release their second mini-album, 'Sequence Two: Attraction', on the 27th, five months after their debut.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.13

Culture

Ji Yeon-soo receives personal color diagnosis ahead of home shopping appearance... 24-inch waist

Broadcaster and former racing model Ji Yeon-soo visited a professional studio to receive personal color and body type diagnoses to prepare for her upcoming live shopping appearances. During the session, she was diagnosed with a "Neutral Light" personal color and revealed a 24-inch waistline.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.13

K-Variety

'Seojun's Mom' Park Se-mi to marry partner one year younger this week

Comedian Park Se-mi announced her marriage to a non-celebrity partner who is one year younger. The couple, who met through an acquaintance, have been dating for approximately two years.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.12

Culture

Song Sun-mi reveals affectionate two-shot with Kim Hye-soo... Loyalty shown by visiting the theater stage

Actress Song Sun-mi shared a photo with Kim Hye-soo, who visited the theater to support her performance. Kim Hye-soo showed her support for Song Sun-mi's play "A Streetcar Named Desire" at the Mapo Art Center.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.12

Culture

20 descendants of independence activists submit joint petition supporting the construction of Yeo Myeong School on its current site

Twenty descendants of independence activists have signed a joint petition supporting the construction of Yeo Myeong School, an alternative school for North Korean defector youth, on its current site. They plan to deliver the petition to the Seoul Metropolitan Council on October 19.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.12

Culture

bemyfriends Unveils Overseas Content Fandom Platform Strategy at Busan International Film Festival

Global fandom business company bemyfriends introduced cases of building fandoms for overseas content IPs using its platform 'b.stage' at the ACFM held during the Busan International Film Festival. The company is expanding its proven K-pop fandom management methods to other genres, supporting works like the film 'Rags to Richmond' and Japanese groups cosmosy and ENJIN.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.12

K-movie

MovieBloc to Host TIFF Asian Student Film Conference Online Special Exhibition

Independent and short film platform MovieBloc is collaborating with TIFF to host the ‘TIFF Asian Student Film Conference Online Special Exhibition’ from October 12 to 25. The exhibition features five award-winning student films from the Korean Academy of Film Arts and National Taiwan University of Arts.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.12

Culture

Autumn Flower Festival to Open at Hwasun Dolmen Site on the 16th... A 10-Day Journey

The 2026 World Heritage Hwasun Dolmen Autumn Flower Festival will be held at the Hwasun Dolmen Site from the 16th to the 25th. The event features various experiential contents, including a "Choonsik Village" using Kakao Friends characters and the "DM Concert" featuring artists like Kim Da-hyun, Hong Kyung-min, and Ali.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.12

Culture

Uee reveals sharp 11-line abs forged through exercise... the epitome of self-management

Singer and actress Uee shared photos on social media showing her toned physique and sharp abdominal muscles achieved through consistent exercise. Fans reacted with admiration to her transformation and dedication to fitness.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.12

K-movie

CGV to Sequentially Release Three 'Attack on Titan' Movie Versions Exclusively

CGV will sequentially release three theatrical versions of the 'Attack on Titan' animation series, starting with 'Attack on Titan: Crimson Bow and Arrow' on the 28th. The screenings will be available in various formats, including 2D, SCREENX, and 4DX.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.12

Culture

Nicole Kidman shares photos with 15-year-old daughter Faith in Paris

Hollywood actress Nicole Kidman shared photos of herself and her youngest daughter, Faith, during a trip to Paris, France. The article also notes that Nicole Kidman and singer Keith Urban reportedly separated in September 2025 after approximately 20 years of marriage.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.12

K-pop

Soaring concert ticket prices: The different choices of AKMU and tripleS

As inflation continues, K-pop concert ticket prices are rising, leading artists like AKMU and tripleS to adopt different pricing and experience strategies.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.12

K-pop

IVE to pre-release ‘Looks Can Kill’ on the 19th... Expanding the Hero Universe

IVE has revealed an expanded hero universe through concept videos and photos for their new album 'Looks Can Kill'. The group will pre-release the title track on the 19th and release the mini-album of the same name on the 26th.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.12

K-pop

Jay Park's first produced boy group LNGSHOT to release second mini-album on November 10

Jay Park's first produced boy group LNGSHOT has confirmed a November comeback with their second mini-album 'S.W.I.S.H.' scheduled for release on November 10. This follows their successful debut earlier this year, which saw their first album surpass 100 million Spotify streams in just 38 days.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.12

K-pop

V01D releases member teasers ahead of ‘Youthquake’ comeback

V01D is preparing for their comeback by sequentially releasing moving posters and concept photos for each member ahead of their second mini-album, ‘Youthquake’. The group also recently released their first OST, ‘Day and Night’, for the KBS2 drama ‘A Love Other Than Yours’.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.12

Culture

1,000 Blood Donation Certificates from 'Dracula' Donated for Children with Pediatric Cancer

Audiences, actors, and staff of the musical 'Dracula' have donated 1,000 blood donation certificates to the Korea Childhood Leukemia Foundation to support children undergoing cancer treatment. The campaign, inspired by the musical's themes of blood and vampirism, marks its third instance of life-sharing since its inception in 2021.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.12

K-pop

BabyMonster ‘CHOOM’ Music Video Surpasses 200 Million Views… 10 Videos Exceed 200 Million Views

BabyMonster's music video for the title track 'CHOOM' from their 3rd mini album has surpassed 200 million views on YouTube. This marks the 10th video in the group's collection to exceed the 200 million view milestone.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.12

K-movie

Overnight waits and premiums... The Chiikawa craze spreads beyond the theater

The release of the movie "Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island" has triggered intense competition among fans to acquire Chiikawa merchandise, leading to high resale prices and long waiting lines. The phenomenon includes proxy purchasing and waiting services as fans face increased scarcity and longer wait times at physical stores.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.12

K-pop

Kim Junsu “Moved to tears seeing Kim Jaejoong’s face”… JX holds solo concert in Incheon after 2 years

Kim Jaejoong and Kim Junsu held the ‘JX 2026 TOUR CONCERT ＜CORE＞’ at the INSPIRE Arena in Incheon from the 9th to the 11th. The duo, performing as JX for the first time in two years since ‘IDENTITY’ in 2024, saw all shows completely sold out.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.12

K-movie

Koo Kyo-hwan's 'Reawaken Man: The Red' continues to receive acclaim even in its third week of release

The film 'Reawaken Man: The Red', starring Koo Kyo-hwan, is maintaining positive word-of-mouth in its third week of release. The movie follows Seok-hwan, a job seeker whose only asset is unfounded confidence, as he discovers he can resurrect 72 hours after death and becomes the target of a mysterious pursuit.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.12

Culture

Resigning from a large corporation and returning to their hometown... A house built by two daughters

The EBS1 program "Architecture Exploration: House" will feature the stories of Yeon-ji and her mother Chae-hyeon, who built a Nordic-style house in Pohang, and Gyeong-jun, a former fashion designer turned farmer in Yeoju. The broadcast explores the homes and surrounding spaces of these two individuals whose lives have been transformed.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.12

Culture

EBS ‘Young Philosophers’ to Feature Children's Debates on Juvenile Law and SNS Bans

EBS's children's philosophy program ‘Young Philosophers’ will broadcast a two-part special exploring the controversies surrounding juvenile law and the global trend of banning social media for minors. The program features children debating whether unintentional mistakes deserve punishment and whether banning SNS truly ensures safety.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.10.12