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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

Two incidents, two very different responses – and one pattern that keeps repeating itself. @chyandblack looks at the back-to-back controversies involving G-Dragon and RIIZE's Eunseok, and asks the question K-pop fans have been asking for years: at what point does ignorance become negligence?

When K-pop Idols Become Repeat Cultural Offenders — When Does It Stop?

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

ATEEZ continues to ascend the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant climb and sustaining their chart presence for an impressive five consecutive weeks.

ATEEZ's GOLDEN HOUR: Part.1 Climbs the Billboard 200, Proves Staying Power

ILLIT's popularity shows no signs of waning as they maintain a strong presence on the U.S. Billboard global charts.

ILLIT Continues Dominance on Global Charts

RIIZE’s Wonbin, known for his iconic long hair since his debut, took fans by surprise earlier this year with a dramatic hair transformation, opting for a shorter style.

RIIZE’s Wonbin Sparks Excitement with Hair Transformation

The boy group MIRAE, under DSP Media, is disbanding after three years in the music industry. On July 9 KST, DSP Media revealed that the members have decided to end their group activities following extensive discussions and mutual agreement.

MIRAE Announces Disbandment After Three-Year Journey

Rookie group TWS has hit a major milestone with their debut single, "Plot Twist," amassing over 100 million streams on YouTube Music just six months post-release.

TWS’ “Plot Twist” Surpasses 100 Million Streams on YouTube Music

NewJeans' NWJNS Becomes Most Streamed Girl Group Album on Melon, Surpassing BLACKPINK's Record

KBS' “Music Bank” has unveiled the star-studded lineup for its 2024 special in Madrid.

Music Bank in Madrid 2024 Lineup Announced

Since their debut, NewJeans has mesmerized audiences with their distinctive style, infectious music, and captivating performances. Quickly establishing themselves as one of the top girl groups of their generation, they've garnered a dedicated fanbase and widespread acclaim.

NewJeans: Dominating the K-Pop Scene with Near-Constant Hits

EXO's Chen is making headlines after screenshots from a video call last month began circulating online. Shared on July 6 under the title "Dad Chen these days," the images quickly went viral, with fans online buzzing about his supposedly older appearance.

EXO's Chen's Latest Appearance Sparks Viral Discussion

Around Us Entertainment, the company behind Highlight, The Wind, and many others, has recently issued a warning regarding emails that are impersonating their company and containing malicious code.

Around Us Entertainment Issues Warning on Fraudulent Emails Impersonating Their Brand

Pentagon, also known as&nbsp; PTG, is a South Korean boy band formed by Cube Entertainment in 2016. Initially comprising ten members, the group was introduced through the Mnet survival show "Pentagon Maker," where they showcased their talents across vocal/rap, dance, teamwork, talent, and mindset categories.

Pentagon - Aces of Kpop

It can be really hard to keep the attention on you as a pop star even if you’ve already gotten it turned to you once. So many groups have to work like mad to avoid falling into obscurity or potentially worse, becoming a one-hit wonder. However, girl group AOA have managed to keep themselves relevant throughout their time as performers. How have they done this?

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