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I really like A2O LITE, but I’m worried about the controversy surrounding Aijing’s parents
I genuinely really like A2O LITE. I was really happy to see the group debut, and I’ve been rooting for…
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Why Saudi Arabia has struggled to defend itself against Houthis’ recent attacks
in NewsSaudi Arabia has one of the world’s most expensive and sophisticated arsenals, filled with American warplanes, missile defenses and other…
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Cornell suspends fraternity social events after alleged gang rape
in NewsNEW YORK — Cornell University has suspended fraternity social events for the academic year, its president said Tuesday, following outcry…
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[Closing Market] KOSPI Tumbles to 6,300 Range amid Foreigners’ Selling Bomb
in NewsOn the afternoon of Oct. 12, the won-dollar exchange rate, KOSPI and KOSDAQ indices are displayed on the electronic board…
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My takes on things that are based on recent posts and incidents going on in K-pop.
Disclaimer: A lot of these takes are based on recent posts on other K-pop Reddit forums and incidents that have…
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From Dreamer to Trainee: The Ultimate K-Pop Audition Guide & 6-Month Prep Roadmap
in FeedsFrom the Kpoppie Editorial Team Every year, thousands of passionate music lovers around the world dream of standing under the…
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The long-deployed USS Lincoln is returning home to San Diego
in NewsCORONADO, Calif. — The USS Abraham Lincoln is returning home to San Diego Bay Thursday after supporting the Iran war…
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Korean Beauty Standards and Cosmetic Procedures
I’ll start by saying this might be a hot take for some. But cosmetic procedures is really ruining kpop for…
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Starbucks sued over ‘sugar-free’ claims for protein beverages
in NewsStarbucks has been sued by consumers who said the coffee chain falsely advertised eight protein beverages as “sugar-free” because they…
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NY governor says Cornell rape accuser ‘failed’ by people obligated to protect her
in NewsNEW YORK — The woman who accused members of a Cornell University fraternity of gang rape was “failed” by people…
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South Korea’s participation in the 2026 Aichi–Nagoya Asian Games has been marred by a persistent series of operational errors. These are some of the notable incidents.
At the athletes village welcome event, performers dressed as Japan’s three great unifiers, Oda Nobunaga, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, and Tokugawa Ieyasu,…
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BESTie’s Love Options is going super viral in SK right now
BESTie debuted in 2013 under YNB Entertainment with the song Pit-a-Pat and continued to release music as a group until…
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There is a non-zero chance we have entered the age of purposeful, company-directed rage-baiting by idols for attention
I’m not hyper-focusing on idol names because this isn’t personal to them; honestly, it’s more about SM, their company. Everyone…
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Universities need to do more to support international students
in NewsInternationalization is no longer an option for Korean universities but a necessity for their survival, as the nation’s higher education…
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A recap of everything ILLIT has released in 2026. Will there be another comeback?
I think ILLIT had a great start to 2026 with Sunday Morning. The music is heavier than they ever did…
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Engine shutdown caused fatal Army helicopter crash in Feb.: military
in NewsA sudden engine failure has been identified as the main cause behind the deadly crash of a military helicopter in…
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EU warns of chilling new terror menace 25 years after 9/11 as online youths seek violent thrills
in NewsBRUSSELS — A quarter of a century after the Al-Qaeda attacks on the United States, jihadist groups still pose a…
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I actually think that SaWaDiKa is a good comeback track.
A lot of people seem to be divisive about it or are indifferent about the song in regards to the…
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SNU professor finds key to improving stability of LMR EV batteries
in NewsSeoul National University professor Lim Jong-woo, in collaboration with LG Energy Solution, has identified a key factor behind gas generation…
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Should kpop companies continue to try breaking into the Japanese market?
This goes for other music markets like China. In my 20 years of being a kpop fan I’ve witnessed countless…
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I think we need to realize internet fandom spaces are echo chambers
And it’s fine to be in an echo chamber as long as you realize you are in one. By participating…
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Homeplus clears liquidation hurdle, but what challenges remain?
in News
Embattled retailer Homeplus staved off immediate liquidation after winning court approval for its restructuring plan, but it still faces steep…
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Supreme Court backs subtitles, audio descriptions for disabled audiences
in NewsThe Supreme Court ruled Thursday that movie theaters’ failure to provide audio descriptions and subtitles for people with visual and…
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Can humans really fall in love with AI? Korean dating show looks for answers
in NewsArtificial intelligence (AI) has become deeply embedded in everyday life, quickly organizing information and taking care of tedious tasks. An…
