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NewJeans haven't released music in nearly two years – but their fingerprints are all over K-pop's last two years anyway. Now, with ADOR confirming the group are in Copenhagen working on new music, the question isn't just when they're coming back

How NewJeans’ Potential Comeback Could Change The Entire K-pop Industry

Ten is quietly building something of his own – a Bangkok-based production company launched this week with his name written all over it, even without an official statement

Last Week In K-pop, Interpreted (May 4 - 8, 2026)

This week's Comeback Corner covers two boy group debuts, a girl group picking up where they left off, and a cultural reunion ten years in the making

Comeback Corner: Billlie, B:DAWN, YUHZ & More

KARINA and NINGNING made their Met Gala debut on Monday night, and they did not come to blend in. The timing is deliberate. aespa drop new single "WDA (Whole Different Animal)" on 11 May.

KARINA and NINGNING Make Met Gala Debut in Prada and Gucci

Anderson .Paak and DEAN are back together for the first time in over a decade. "Aftertaste" is out now – produced by Dem Jointz, and inspired by .Paak's Netflix directorial debut K-POPS!

Anderson .Paak and DEAN Reunite on "Aftertaste" as K-POPS! Album Takes Shape

K-pop groups singing for a drama is a treat for the fans always because they get to listen to their favorite idols outside of the comeback releases.

Is K-pop group SEVENTEEN going to feature in the soundtrack for an NHK drama?

ZEROBASEONE is set to perform in Manila, Philippines, as part of their first-ever tour, Timeless World.

ZEROBASEONE to Perform in Manila for Their Timeless World Tour

Onew has released his third EP, FLOW, featuring "Beat Drum" as the title track. My initial reaction to the name was, "What an odd choice!" However, "Beat Drum" pleasantly surprised me.

MONSTA X's Minhyuk Discharged from Military, Greeted by Fans and Fellow Members

NewJeans: Classic Formula with a Fresh Twist

WEi is one those rookie groups whose members have had a rather interesting time of debuting and re-debuting.

WEi:The group that stood strong through all its troubles

Stray Kids are set to release their second full-length Japanese album, Giant, on November 13 KST.

Stray Kids to Release New Japanese Album ‘Giant’ in November

Rapper Nafla, whose real name is Choi Nicholas Seokbae, has been handed a suspended prison sentence for attempting to secure an early discharge from public service by faking mental illness.

Rapper Nafla Receives Suspended Sentence for Faking Mental Illness to Avoid Public Service

P1Harmony is reaching new heights by opening pop-up stores both in South Korea and abroad, as part of the promotional activities for their latest release.

P1Harmony Expands Global Presence with Pop-Up Stores for New Mini-Album ‘SAD SONG’

BTS leader and solo artist RM has reached another major streaming milestone with his 2018 mixtape mono., which has now accumulated over 600 million streams on Spotify as of October 1 KST.

BTS Leader RM’s 2018 Mixtape mono. Surpasses 600 Million Streams on Spotify

VAV, short for Very Awesome Voice, is a K-pop group that debuted in 2015.&nbsp;

VAV: A group that every ‘Senorita’ wants to have ‘Un Poco Mas’

On September 29, BLACKPINK’s Jennie officially launched her own "X" account, formerly known as Twitter, to engage with fans more personally and share updates about her upcoming solo projects.&nbsp;

BLACKPINK's Jennie Launches Official "X" Account, Crashes Platform

BTS member SUGA has been fined for driving an electric scooter while intoxicated. The Seoul Western District Court issued a summary order on September 30, penalizing the artist with a 15 million KRW fine, equivalent to around 11,392 USD, for violating the Road Traffic Act. A summary order is a legal procedure that imposes fines without requiring a formal trial, typically used for minor offenses. If SUGA does not contest the ruling within a week, the fine will be finalized.The incident in question took place on the night of August 6, when SUGA was caught driving his electric scooter under the influence of alcohol. According to reports, the incident occurred at around 11:15 PM, when SUGA fell off the scooter. Police officers arrived at the scene and confirmed that he was intoxicated.SUGA’s blood alcohol content (BAC) was measured at 0.227%, significantly exceeding the legal limit for license revocation in South Korea, which is set at 0.08%. His level of intoxication not only violated the law but also placed him at high risk for accidents.As a prominent figure in the K-pop world, this incident has sparked media attention and concern among fans. SUGA has not yet publicly commented on the case, but if no objection is made to the court’s ruling, the fine will stand.

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