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  Tao Once Shared His Heartbreaking Story of How His Life Was During His Trainee Days

  The process of being trained in K-pop is tough, and for international trainees, it could be even more exhausting. Former EXO member Tao once told us about his SM Entertainment experiences and his journey before debuting.

  June 05, 2020 05:06 AM EDT

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  How EXO Supports Gender Equality, Anti-Racism, and More Social Issues Over The Years

  Recently, a lot of celebrities have spoken out about racism. But before the #BlackLivesMatter movement reached globally, the EXO members have already shown that they're socially aware and have been advocates of gender equality, anti-racism, and many more.

  June 05, 2020 04:06 AM EDT

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  Globe and V Live Brings Exclusive Content for Filipino K-Pop Fans + Read For More Details

  For Filipino K-pop fans who are always on the lookout for their daily dose of K-Pop content, you can now binge-watch all your favorite idols’ concerts and live streams on your phones anytime, anywhere.

  June 05, 2020 02:06 AM EDT

• Rookie Idol Denies Allegations That She Was Silenced by Agency After Standing For #BLM Movement

  Rookie idol Denise of the freshest girl group, Secret Number, is currently rumored to have been under fire after followers noticed that her account is deactivated after sharing her stand on the #BlackLivesMatter movement.

  June 05, 2020 02:06 AM EDT

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  EXO Chanyeol To Collab With Veteran Singer Lee Sun Hee In Her New Title Track

  EXO's Chanyeol joined forces with veteran songstress, Lee Sun Hee, in her upcoming 16th studio album, "Serendipity"! Both Hook Entertainment and SM Entertainment have revealed the exciting information that the EXO rapper is set to participate in the title track, titled "Regards," of Lee Sun Hee's upcoming release.

  June 05, 2020 01:06 AM EDT

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  Former AOA Mina Draws Concerns From Fans Due To Now-Deleted Photo

  Former AOA Mina sparked concerns among her fans after seeing her alarming SNS post. In her most recent Instagram update (now deleted), Mina's fans could not help but feel anxious that the idol might be going through something. The said photo shows her palm. While it's seemingly a harmless photo, eagle-eyed netizens spotted s bruise on her wrist.

  June 04, 2020 11:06 PM EDT

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  What’s Going on Between Vietnamese Netizens and ARMYs? BTS Suga’s Song Sparks Issue Again

  A part of the K-pop community is seemingly on haywire on Friday, June 5, as fans and Vietnamese netizens are currently engaged in a heated discussion. This was after the claim of some online users that BTS Suga didn't just use Jim Jones' sample in his "What Do You Think?" track, but the speech of a former Vietnamese President as well.

  June 04, 2020 11:06 PM EDT

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  CL Gets Massive Praise For Her Powerful Message Against Racism

  CL is currently being lauded by people who are also partaking in the movement to stop racism and violence, following the tragic death of a black man in Minneapolis under the hands and knee local cops.

  June 04, 2020 10:06 PM EDT

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  Yubin, MONSTA X, TXT and More Travel Around Korea to Entertain Bored Netizens

  According to SBS MTV, SBS MediaNet's music channel, "Travel at Home," the mentioned K-pop idols will tour global fans around their country that will be unveiled on the 7th."Travel at Home" is a special program designed to help K-pop stars go on an online trip to Korea through various corners to relieve their frustration, even indirectly, at a time when they are restricted from going out and keeping distance from their daily lives. K-pop stars unveil memories of domestic travel destinations they have experienced in person, and create their own travel rods to recommend domestic travel courses to fans.

  June 04, 2020 04:06 PM EDT

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  BTS Joins Global Campaign Against Racism and Violence

  BTS said on its official Twitter account on the 4th, "We oppose racism. We are against violence. I, you, we all have the right to be respected. We'll be together,". They once again said they support the anti-racism and anti-violence movement by attacking "BlackLivesMatter" as a hashtag. This came to light after the controversial death of a black American, George Floyd in Minneapolis while under the custody of arrest with the local cops. It sparked massive protests among many States in the US to voice-out their sentiments about racial criticism.

  June 04, 2020 03:06 PM EDT

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  AB6IX Lim Young-min Caught Drunk Driving Amidst Upcoming Comeback

  According to the official statement of the kpop idol's label, Lim Young-min was caught driving under the influence of alcohol and due to such incident, he will stop his activities. The kpop boy band has 4 days left until our comeback. In the end, AB6IX announced its four-member system, excluding Lim Young-min. Added to that, the release date of the album is delayed to 29 days. The agency even quoted it as a "disgrace."

  June 04, 2020 02:06 PM EDT

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  Monsta X Joins Anti-racism Campaign "Support equality, Justice and Dignity"

  MONSTA X posted a photo on its official Twitter account on the 4th with the phrase "We stand together for equality, justice and dignity" with a black background. Hashtags: "#NoRacism #NoViolence #BlackLivesMatter," were added to express their support on campaign on anti-racism. The root of such worldwide call sprang from an ill-fated incident that lead to massive protesting in may states in the United States of America.

  June 04, 2020 01:06 PM EDT

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  5 Essential Tips for College Students Looking for New Friends

  There are several secret ingredients to the recipe of true happiness: quinoa, salmon, dark chocolate, turnip greens, and good friends.

  June 04, 2020 12:06 PM EDT

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  Top 10 Perfect Centers in K-pop Girl Groups Chosen by Korean Netizens

  Every member of a group has their own roles and responsibilities to fulfill to make their group achieve success. However, group centers are in a league of their own. The first requirement is to have a pretty face, but they must also excel in other skills such as dancing, singing, acting, or variety. Here is a list compiled by Korean Netizens regarding the perfect centers in Kpop’s girl groups.

  June 04, 2020 12:06 PM EDT

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  Former 14U’s Loudi Angry at K-pop Fans Pressuring K-Idols to Speak Out About #BlackLivesMatter

  As the #BlackLivesMatter movement (BLM) became widely known around the globe, celebrities and famous personalities from different countries, may it be Hollywood or K-pop artists, are starting to play the role of the bigger voice, showing their support and stand through various social media platforms.

  June 04, 2020 11:06 AM EDT

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  K-pop Idols With Longest Training Period: Successful Debut Amid Verge of Giving Up

  It is a must for every idol to go through intense training programs to chase their dreams and a requirement before completely debuting as an artist. This really showed how much dedication and determination they have to debut, as well as a preparation to have a successful career.

  June 04, 2020 10:06 AM EDT

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  EXO from "Flops" to Stardom: Reasons Why They Remain as a Top K-group in The World

  K-pop is the new music revolution of several music enthusiasts, and indeed, there's no way a K-pop fan won't know EXO! On June 3, K-netizens and supporters of the global K-pop band, EXO, can't agree more with an author who wrote an article, justifying the group's popularity and immense influence around the globe.

  June 04, 2020 08:06 AM EDT

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  Ko Yu Jin of "Produce 48" Says She No Longer Intends To Pursue Idol Career

  The former cast member of "Produce 48" Ko Yu Jin has given up her desire to become a singer. Ko Yu Jin wrote on her Instagram Stories on June 3 regarding her present situation. This seemed to be a way of responding to the remarks she obtained after having made a special appearance on a television telecast on AfreecaTV organized by her friend, a broadcast jockey.

  June 04, 2020 03:06 AM EDT

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  Former 2NE1 Park Bom Planning For A Comeback

  Park Bom is preparing to make her return! In a conversation with Star News, a D-Nation insider said Park Bom is planning for a comeback, scheduled for this fall. They stated, "She's working on the music at the moment."

  June 04, 2020 03:06 AM EDT

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  AB6IX Young Min Excluded From Comeback After DUI + Album Release Date Rescheduled

  Brand New Music officially confirmed in an official statement on June 4 the rescheduling of AB6IX's comeback, which was initially planned for June 8. The company also confessed in the announcement that AB6IX's leader, Lim Young Min, was previously arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol, and as a consequence, his driving license is temporarily revoked.

  June 04, 2020 01:06 AM EDT

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  WATCH! N.Flying Drops "Oh Really" Music Video Teaser!

  Six days before their much-anticipated comeback, N.Flying dropped their "Oh Really" music video preview! In the teaser, the artists are seen staying indoors while one, Yoo Hwe Seung, is inside a telephone booth, picking up a call.

  June 03, 2020 11:06 PM EDT

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  K-pop Fans Trend #WhiteLivesMatter and #WhiteOutWednesday to Eliminate Racist Remarks on Twitter

  The Dallas Police Department asked the public on Sunday to submit "evidence of any wrongdoing" from the city's #BlackLivesMattter rallies through the iWatch Dallas application, where citizens can submit an image, evidence, or message information on suspected offenses. Instead, it ended up getting a massive influx of K-pop artists' photographs and videos.

  June 03, 2020 10:06 PM EDT

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  K-pop Idols with "Best Faces" and Known as "Ulzzangs" During Pre-Debut Days

  to be a K-pop idol is not only to have the talents and skills but having visuals as well, which complete the K-idol package. Thus, usually, having a good-looking appearance is one of the requirements to become an idol.

  June 03, 2020 12:06 PM EDT

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  What Happened to Park Bom? Netizens Wonder About Singer's Health After Appearance in GBA 2020

  On June 3, Fans and netizens shared various reactions following former 2NE1's member, Park Bom, appearance in Grand Bell Awards 2020 (GBA). On the same day, Dispatch Korea's official Instagram account posted photos of the legendary K-pop artist, captured as she walks on the red carpet of the said awarding ceremony.

  June 03, 2020 11:06 AM EDT

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  Did You Know That These K-pop Groups Almost Debuted with Different Group Names?

  K-Pop groups' names are significant to K-pop idols as this is going to be their branding as well as the symbolism of their image and concept. As every K-pop groups' names would be connected to something meaningful and robust, did you know that the groups in this post might not have been known for using these titles for their team?

  June 03, 2020 10:06 AM EDT

• #BLACKPINKLeaveYG Trends Once Again After Lisa's "Scam" Incident and Alleged Mistreatment

  On June 2, fans and supporters of BLACKPINK, particularly BLINKs, expressed their exasperation through various social media accounts, demanding BLACKPINK to leave YG Entertainment.

  June 03, 2020 09:06 AM EDT

• BLACKPINK x Red Velvet Collaboration "Seesaw" Trends Online

  On an online Korean community site called Pann, Korean netizens and K-pop enthusiasts were amazed when a user uploaded a video, introducing a remix version of BLACKPINK's track, "Seesaw," featuring the voices of Red Velvet members.

  June 03, 2020 08:06 AM EDT

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  Ex-Wonder Girls Hyerim and Yubin Talk About Their Friendship And Hopes For Group Reunion

  Hyerim and Yubin talked about their friendship and more! On June 2, the pair made their appearance on "Choi Hwa Jung's Power Time" by SBS PowerFM. Yubin, who departed from JYP Entertainment and formed her own agency named rrr Entertainment, recently hired Hyerim as her company's first artist.

  June 03, 2020 05:06 AM EDT

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  JYPE Addresses TWICE's "MORE & MORE" Background Set Plagiarism Allegations

  TWICE was recently suspected of plagiarizing the artwork of artist Davis McCarty in the newest music video for "MORE & MORE." McCarty's stunning, vivid rainbow crystal creation and the artwork featured on the music video appeared to be very much alike.

  June 03, 2020 05:06 AM EDT

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  Dispatch Delves Deeper: Were BTS Suga and Big Hit Really Unaware Who Jim Jones Was?

  Dispatch went through the roof into the U.S. sampling sector to see if Big Hit Entertainment's statement regarding the producers not knowing the recent issue is legit. On May 31, Big Hit Entertainment issued an apology about BTS's Suga's mixtape song "What Do You Think?" he was caught under fire for including a sample of a sermon by Jim Jones, notorious cult leader.

  June 03, 2020 03:06 AM EDT