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Our latest and most important updates and developments in the K-Pop industry articles. These updates may include new releases and performances by K-Pop artists, announcements of new tours and projects, and updates on the personal lives of K-Pop artists.

9Dec

Veteran Singer Accused of Sexual Assault

Popular veteran singer, Kim Gun-Mo, 51, has been accused of sexual assault. As shared on the YouTube channel Garo Sero Institute, lawyer Kang Yong Suk and former reporter Kim Yong Ho stated that an anonymous woman came forward with...
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9Dec

Filipino Surfer Strikes Double Gold After Helping Competitor

Sportsmanship was on full display during the 2019 Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games)! During the surfing competition December 6, 2019, the men’s longboard surfing semifinals took place at Monaliza Point, La Union in northern Philippines....
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9Dec

Pentagon’s Yan An Ready to Return; Cube Entertainment Showing Reluctance?

Is there trouble brewing between Pentagon’s Chinese member Yan An and Cube Entertainment? Some Universe (Pentagon’s fandom name) seem worried. Yan An, who is currently taking a break from activities due to unspecified health reasons, took to his...
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9Dec

Kang Daniel Suspends Activities to Take Care of Mental Health

Fans of Kang Daniel expressed concern after the rookie star posted alarming messages on social media recently. Since then, Kang’s independent label, Konnect Entertainment, announced that the 22-year-old will be taking a break from...
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7Dec

Stray Kids Announce Dates, Locations for U.S Portion of World Tour

In 2020, the JYP Entertainment male group will embark on their first-ever world tour!  Opportunities to see Stray Kids in concert are coming to U.S. cities near you! The “District 9: Unlock” tour’s U.S. leg will kick off in January...
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7Dec

[UPDATE] Jung Joon-Young, Choi Jonghun Appeal Their Jail Sentences

On December 2, 2019, former singers Jung Joon-Young and Choi Jonghun (FTIsland) received their sentences for gang rape and the distribution of molka. Since the announcement, both Jung and Choi, through their legal representatives, filed to...
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7Dec

MYNAME Members’ Contracts Expire, Provide Hope for Future

On December 4, 2019, news circulated that MYNAME disbanded after eight years together. “We would like to sincerely thank the fans for showing their love and support for such a long time. We have ended activities as the group MYNAME, but we...
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5Dec

Call to action! It is time to join ATEEZ’s fellowship in the US

Seoul, South Korea (December 4, 2019) – South Korea’s sensational boy band ATEEZ is ready to take the US by storm and meet their fans through their ATEEZ WORLD TOUR <The Fellowship>: Map The Treasure in the USA starting in...
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5Dec

Autopsy Won’t Be Conducted on Cha In-Ha

Seoul’s Suseo Police are concluding their investigation into Cha In-Ha’s death. The 27-year-old rookie actor and Surprise U member was found dead in his home on December 3, 2019. His manager found Cha unresponsive. Fantagio confirmed the...
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4Dec

Fantagio Releases Statement Regarding Cha In-Ha’s Death

Following the news of Cha In-Ha’s (Lee Jae-Ho) passing, Fantagio released a statement confirming the actor and Surprise U member’s passing. Hello, This is Fantagio. We feel devastated to deliver such heartbreaking and unfortunate...
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3Dec

Rookie Actor, Surprise U Member Cha In Ha Found Dead

On December 3, 2019, rookie actor Cha In Ha, who is also a member of the actor-idol group Surprise U, was found dead. His label, Fantagio, confirmed the police reports via a brief statement, but they did not offer much insight. “We were...
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2Dec

CL to Make First Comeback After Leaving YG Entertainment

On November 8, 2019, former 2NE1 member and leader CL departed YG Entertainment following the end of her exclusive contract with the company. Many praised the move as CL has been kept in the basement for too long with only sporadic rumblings...
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2Dec

Jung Joon-Young, Choi Jong-Hoon Receive Sentences

Trigger Warning: Article discusses sexual assault and rape. Former singers Jung Joon-Young and Choi Jong-Hoon (FTISLAND) received their sentences for gang-rape and taking and distributing videos (molka) involving rape and other sexual acts....
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2Dec

NCT-127 Become First K-Pop Act to Perform During Macy’s Parade

If the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade is an annual tradition in your home and you happen to be a K-Pop fan, you may have been surprised to see NCT-127 performing on the LEGO’s Brick-Changer float during the November 28, 2019 installment of...
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2Dec

Jiyoung (KARA) Signs with Key East Entertainment

Former KARA member Kang Jiyoung will be making her return to the Korean acting scene soon! On December 2, 2019, Jiyoung signed with Key East Entertainment to resume activities in South Korea. Since 2014, Jiyoung has been active as an actress...
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