MC Dingdong shocks viewers after grabbing a woman's hair and assaulting her during a live broadcast ... "My emotions escalated"

SOURCE: '음주도주' MC딩동, 생방 중 女 머리채 잡고 폭행 충격…"감정 격해졌다"

MC Dingdong, who previously caused controversy for fleeing after a DUI, is now under fire for assaulting a female participant during a live broadcast.

During a recent live broadcast, MC Dingdong was seen talking with a female BJ. As their conversation continued, his emotions escalated and he assaulted her by grabbing her hair.

The incident occurred after the BJ made a joke about MC Dingdong's past DUI and hit-and-run case. He lost his temper and reacted by grabbing her hair. Because it happened during a live broadcast, his sudden behavior was fully shown on air, leaving viewers shocked.

Afterward, MC Dingdong stood in front of the camera in tears and said, "I didn't have a single job for a year and a half. I was finally trying to show that I'm living diligently now, but when that topic suddenly came up, my emotions got the better of me." He added, "I will never drink and drive again."

In 2022, MC Dingdong was arrested after driving his Mercedes-Benz while heavily intoxicated, refusing breathalyzer test from police who arrived following a report, and attempting to flee. He was later sentenced to 1 year and 6 months in prison, suspended for 2 years.

After a period of self-reflection, he recently attempted to make a comeback as the pre-show MC for the TV show 'The Best K-Trot Singer 3,' but he has once again become embroiled in controversy due to this assault incident.

Continue reading MC Dingdong shocks viewers after grabbing a woman's hair and assaulting her during a live broadcast ... "My emotions escalated"

'A 7-year-old 7-member idol group with 0 income' ... This is the reality of idols

SOURCE: “데뷔 7년차 7인조 아이돌 수입 0원”…이것이 ‘현실 아이돌’

Members of DKB, now in their 7th year since debut, opened up about the realistic stories hidden behind the glamorous image of idols.

On the 10th, DKB (E-Chan, D1, GK, Heechan, Lune, Jusneo, Yuku, Harry June) appeared on the Youtube channel 'Human Story' and revealed their daily lives. The video was titled '7 idols living hard for their dreams despite earning 0 KRW in over 7 years.'

In the video, the members showed themselves preparing for an upcoming concert in Japan, repeating high-intense choreography that looked like the actual performance. They also showed the scenes of the members personally creating choreography and working on songs. It was clear that they are a talented group whose members directly participate in songwriting, composing, creating choreography, and even playing instruments.

However, there were realistic difficulties behind the glamour. E-Chan said, "We manage our food expenses with about 20,000 KRW per day. Income is a sensitive issue, so I have to be careful talking about it. If you're trying to make money, you should absolutely not choose this job. Compared to the amount of time and passion you put in, the money you get back is actually very little." He added, "There are seven of us, and even just going to the salon costs a lot. There are mixing fees, styling fees, and album production fees. It must also be hard for the company to manage everything. They have about 20 employees to pay."

Yuku said, "For us to earn income, we would have to make more than double what the company spends on us. But that hasn't happened yet," explaining that they haven't received any payouts because they haven't reached the break-even point.

Heechan said, "When I was young, I thought I'd be flying around on airplanes all the time once I became an idol." To this, E-Chan responded, "I thought I would have a star's life, but sometimes it actually feels emptier than the lives of people with regular jobs. I'm the type of person who can't do anything if there's no schedule or work. That's why I try to focus on self-development for this job."

The members described their current situation as an 'investment' that they are all enduring together. E-Chan said, "Since this is something we chose, we're working hard with a sense of responsibility and duty."

The members added, "If we had followed the money, we would never have chosen this job," adding that their passion for music and the stage is what keeps them going.

To young people running towards their dreams like them, DKB shared a message of support: "You can do it if you keep going on to the end. Never give up." They also left a message to themselves two years in the future: "You've suffered a lot. Just stay healthy."

DKB is a boy group under Brave Entertainment, founded by Brave Brothers. The group has released one full-length album and nine mini albums so far.

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B.A.P Zelo makes a fresh start with new music label, VLACKSQUAD

SOURCE: B.A.P 출신 젤로, 新 음악 레이블 블랙스쿼드에서 새 출발[공식]

Zelo, formerly of B.A.P, is making a fresh start with the new music label VLACKSQUAD.

On the 10th, VLACKSQUAD announced the signing of its first artist, Zelo, and released his new profile images through its official social media channels.

In the black-and-white profile photos, Zelo transforms his image from a sophisticated geek-chic style to a more homme fatale version with his upper body exposed. His visuals, which capture his identity as a pop artist, raise expectations for his upcoming activities with the label.

Since debuting with B.A.P in 2012, Zelo has consistently been active in music both as a group member and a solo artist. Not only does he has solid rap and performance skills, he is also capable of directing various aspects of albums and stage production, including songwriting, composing, and visual direction.

After completing his mandatory military service in the Republic of Korea Army in June last year, Zelo is beginning the second chapter of his music career as a solo artist under VLACKSQUAD. It is reported that he is currently in the middle of preparing various activities, including a fan concert and new songs. Following the release of his unique profile pictures, the public is now looking forward to what kind of new image he will present.

VLACKSQUAD is a label founded with a focus on hip-hop, R&B, and pop music, emphasizing a production environment where artists can showcase their musical identities. The label officially launched with the signing of its first artist, Zelo, and has begun communicating with the public to signal its strong start.

Currently, VLACKSQUAD is revealing the label's vibes by releasing various free-spirited content through its official social media.

Detail schedules and information regarding Zelo's solo fan concert and new songs will be announced on VLACKSQUAD's social media in the future.

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'Everything except work is a hassle' ... IU shares her unique way of dealing with 'laziness'

SOURCE: "일 외엔 다 귀찮아" 아이유, 독보적 '귀차니즘' 해결법 (팔레트)

IU shared her way of overcoming laziness.

On the 10th, the 34th episode of IU's 'Palette' titled 'Would you like a 3-octave high note? (with WOODZ)' was uploaded to IU's Youtube channel. The guest for the episode was WOORZ.

In the video, WOODZ talked about 'Super Lazy,' the second track from his newly released album. He said, "To be honest, I actually have a very strong sense of laziness."

He added, "When I'm at home, I love doing absolutely nothing and just lounging around. I remember that track being the last one I wrote."

He explained the reason behind the song, "Writing it was really hard. At the time, I was filming a movie, working on mixing the B-tracks of my album, and preparing for both festivals and concerts all at once. I just wanted to rest at home. I really missed that laziness."

After hearing this, IU laughed and said, "That's different from the kind of laziness people usually talk about," adding, "For me, I find everything except work to be a hassle."

She confessed, "I know exactly how much I would fall behind if I let myself sink into laziness, so I'm always on guard. I just sit at the dining table. I don't solve anything, I just sit there."

She added, "I like being at home. I'm not the type of person who finds much joy in going out. That's why I'm envious of people like Seungyoun who live while enjoying the fundamental joys of life." 

Continue reading 'Everything except work is a hassle' ... IU shares her unique way of dealing with 'laziness'

Ji Changwook embroiled in another 'personality' controversy ... Stealing notebooks overseas too: "A repeat offender"

SOURCE: 지창욱, 또다시 불거진 인성 논란…해외서도 노트 강탈 "상습범이네"

Ji Changwook has once again sparked controversy after steals a fan's notebook.

Recently, a video titled 'Ji Changwook steals a notebook again' was posted on online communities and social media.

The video shows Ji Changwook in Paris, France, attending the Tom Ford fashion show during the 2026 F/W Paris Fashion Week.

In front of the venue, Ji Changwook responded kindly to fans who had been waiting for him by signing autographs while smiling warmly. However, after finishing the autograph, he only returned the pen and walked away while still holding the notebook in his hand.

Ji Changwook also had a previous history of stealing a fan's notebook in 2024. At the time, during a stage greeting for the movie 'Revolver,' he signed a fan's notebook but returned only the pen and walked away with the notebook, amusing people with his clumsy behavior.

The video of that moment quickly spread on social media and even became a hot topic under the title 'Ji Changwook personality controversy.' In response, his agency posted a playful announcement to find the fan who was the victim of the 'notebook stealing incident.'

<We are looking for someone>

We are looking for the fan who reached out their hand in confusion after Ji Changwook stole their notebook during the 'Revolver' stage greeting on August 7.

If you are the person whose notebook was taken, or if you know who it is, please leave a comment! (We may ask for verification to confirm your identity)

*The stolen notebook was returned to its owner on the day of the incident, but we apologize for not noticing your reaching hand at the time.

Now, about two years later, Ji Changwook was caught walking away with a fan's notebook again. Fans reacted with comments like "He's a repeat offender," "This time, it happened overseas. How is he going to return it?", "A new type of notebook theft," "His autograph is precious to himself," "He's really cute," and more.

Meanwhile, Ji Changwook will star in the new JTBC drama 'Human X Gumiho' (working title). This drama is a fantasy romantic comedy about Gu Jahong (Jeon Jihyun), a seductive being who bewitches humans, and Choi Seok (Ji Changwook), a human who attracts supernatural creatures, as they meet at the crossroads of fate. It is scheduled to start filming in March.

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Spotted with Xi Jinping and President Lee Jaemyung ... Park Jinyoung suddenly resigns from JYP → Dreaming of something even bigger

SOURCE: 中시진핑x이재명 대통령과 포착…박진영, 돌연 JYP 사임→더 큰 꿈 꾼다

Last September, Park Jinyoung was appointed co-chairman of the Popular Culture Exchange Committee directly under President Lee Jaemyung. About six months later, in March this year, news of his resignation as an internal director at JYP has drawn attention to his next moves.

Last year, Presidential Chief of Staff Kang Hoonsik announced Park Jinyoung's appointment during a briefing, saying, "He is one of South Korea's representative singers who has worked hard to globalize K-pop," adding, "He will help create South Korea a place where culture flourishes, where people around the world enjoy can enjoy our popular culture more, and we, in turn, also experience diverse culture from various foreign cultures."

Regarding this, Park Jinyoung also shared on social media, ""As someone in the entertainment industry, taking on government work is burdensome and concerning in many ways, so I thought a lot about it." He added, "However, I realized that K-pop is facing a very special opportunity right now. I decided to take on the role because I felt we must make the most of this chance."

He continued, "I will organize the need for institutional support that I felt while working in the field and make sure effective support is provided," adding, "I will work hard so that junior artists can get better opportunities. I will also do my best to help K-pop take another leap forward so it can become a place where people around the world understand and exchange with one another."

His activities soon extended to the international stage. Last November, Park Jinyoung attended the dinner for the South Korea-China summit as co-chair of the Popular Culture Exchange Committee under President Lee Jaemyung and met Chinese President Xi Jinping. At the time, Park Jinyoung posted on his social media, "I was truly happy to be able to meet and speak with President Xi Jinping. Thank you for listening so attentively and sharing kind words." He added, "I hope we can have more discussions so that people of both countries can grow closer through popular culture."

Park Jinyoung previously stated on a variety show, "I have already created a five-year roadmap for K-pop." As a producer who has created many singers who are loved by the nation, he still seems to be worrying about the future of K-pop. Amidst this, the news that he will step down from his position as an internal director at JYP Entertainment in March has drawn even more attention.

On the 10th, JYP Entertainment announced, "Park Jinyoung has resigned from his position as an internal director and will not undergo the reappointment process at the shareholders' meeting on the 26th." As Park Jinyoung plans to focus more on his creative activities as an artist, nurturing junior artist, and new external activities for the K-pop industry, the public is cheering him on as he takes another step toward a bigger dream.

Park Jinyoung debuted in 1994 and has been active for over 30 years as a singer, composer, and producer. Although he is stepping down from his role as an internal director at JYP, his challenge toward K-pop and popular culture is still ongoing.

Continue reading Spotted with Xi Jinping and President Lee Jaemyung ... Park Jinyoung suddenly resigns from JYP → Dreaming of something even bigger

The truth behind Mingyu's 'flirting' controversy at a club

SOURCE: 클럽 뜬 세븐틴 민규 ‘플러팅’ 논란의 실체

A video of Mingyu visiting a local club right after SEVENTEEN's Asia tour has spread online and put him under scrutiny. Some netizens maliciously edited the footage and raising 'flirting allegations,' leading to a ridiculous situation.

On the 8th, after finishing a concert at the Singapore National Stadium, Mingyu was spotted at a club in Tanjong Pagar.

Some netizens initially misidentified the location as a club in Hong Kong, but it was later revealed that Mingyu, along with Vernon and The8, had simply gone there to relax after finishing their schedule in Singapore.

The video currently spreading on social media shows Mingyu enjoying himself dancing at the club. He appeared to be casually enjoying the music and dancing with acquaintances and fellow members. The video also captures a moment where he talks to someone who appears to be a female DJ.

However, some netizens maliciously edited the clips of Migyu dancing at the club, claiming that he intentionally approached a woman and 'flirted' inappropriately. The controversy seems to have died down after SEVENTEEN's fans released other videos showing that Mingyu was simply enjoying the music at the club without any other intentions.

Ahead of SEVENTEEN's concert in Singapore, Pledis Entertainment held a 'SEVENTEEN-themed Party' with a famous DJ at a well-known local club on the 6th, creating an open atmosphere for the tour.

COMMENTS:

-What's the problem.....?

-Pledis-ya, just sue them already.

-Have fun. Go and keep having fun even if you get criticized for it.

-It's strange how there are three members there, but only one is getting hate.

-I mean... Why is going to a club something to get criticized for?

-Even if he just went to hang out, what's the issue?

-Y'all... He's almost 30 now...

-Idol fans these days seem to be really chill.

-He didn't do anything bad, so what's the problem?

-Can y'all even see anything in that video...? It's so red, I can barely see anything.

-Stop f*cking harassing Mingyu..ㅜㅜ....

-I guess he just stood out the most because he's tallㅋㅋ

-Where exactly is the controversy supposed to be here?

-He's 30. Let him live his f*cking live. Even my mom doesn't monitor me this strictly.

-What the hell... This article is so malicious.

Continue reading The truth behind Mingyu's 'flirting' controversy at a club

Heeseung, ENHYPEN, BELIFT Lab show a new model of 'win-win'

SOURCE: 희승·엔하이픈·빌리프랩 ‘초유의 상생’ 새 모범 보였다[종합]

Top-tier group ENHYPEN and their agency BELIFT Lab are expected to draw attention by introducing an activity system that is never seen before in the history of Korean idols.

Heseung will transition into a solo artist through his current agency, BELIFT Lab. As a result, ENHYPEN will reorganize from a 7-member group to a 6-member group. This is essentially the first case where a top group chose 'coexistence' instead of 'conflict' or 'feud.'

The 'win-win declaration' by Heeseung, ENHYPEN, and BELIFT Lab, which completely breaks the norms in the industry and fandom, was officially announced on the global fan platform Weverse on the afternoon of the 10th.

Regarding this 'mutually agreed independence' that has never seen in the industry before, BELIFT Lab stated, "We had deep discussions with the members about the direction ENHYPEN should move toward in the future. During this process, we confirmed that Heeseung has a very clear musical vision he wishes to pursue, and we have decided to respect his choice."

The explanation that "Heseung did not want to put his own ambitions first within the team, and the other members were also very considerate of him" has created fresh reactions within the K-pop industry. An insider commented, "It means the entire group acknowledged Heeseung's personal musical vision, and the agency supported that choice 'systematically.' This is a 'symbolic moment' showing that K-pop has reached a more mature stage."

It is extremely rare for an artist to 'become independent and go solo' while still remaining in the same agency. In the past, member changes in groups are usually caused by the departure of that artist from the agency or the end of their contracts.

The method BELIFT Lab chose allows both ENHYPEN and Heeseung to operate simultaneously under the same label. This is expected to become an example for idol management systems in the future. The agency also expressed their hope that 'this decision will be a chance for a new leap forward for both ENHYPEN and Heeseung."

On the same day, Heeseung also shared his own statement and reached out to communicate with fans.

He said, "Thanks to the members whom I've shared countless emotions with and to ENGENE (the fandom), I was able to take steps toward a dream that once seemed unreachable," expressing sincere gratitude and promised to reunite with fans on stage soon through his solo album.

COMMENTS: 

-The main vocal suddenly leaves the group and the fan sign gets canceled out of the blue... How is this a good example? Aren't the fans still in shock right now??

-I mean... What the f*ck is happening, Heeseung-ah?

-He could've just debuted solo while still being in the group...

-HYBE's media play is kind of scary.

-I feel bad for the 6 ENHYPEN members. I wonder what they're thinking after reading this article.

-'K-pop has reached a more mature stage'ㅋ HYBE's media play is honestly so disgusting.

-Are you sure they're not tying him down so he doesn't leave for another agency?

-The only thing I can think about is.. 'What the hell are they even talking about...'

-Don't joke around. Are the fans a joke to you?

-Whose idea was this? Oh my goodness... It's like they're mocking the fans at this point. It's like they're just fanning the flames..

-Can't they just stay quiet? Why do they even have to do media play for something like this?

-I think BELIFT Lab is a dumbass. Look at all these media plays.

-Is HYBE a dumbass or what?

-You dumbasses... Do you think media play solves everything, BELIFT?

-He's the main vocal... It's like Jungkook leaving BTS...

Continue reading Heeseung, ENHYPEN, BELIFT Lab show a new model of 'win-win'

'34 y.o.' Soyou declares she's 'giving up on marriage' ..."I planned to freeze my eggs, but now I don't even want to have kids"

SOURCE: '34세' 소유, '결혼 포기' 선언했다…"냉동난자도 계획, 아이 낳기 싫어져" (알딸참)

Soyou opened up about her thoughts on marriage.

On the 10th, a video titled, 'Started giving advice to Soyou... but got counter-attacked' was posted on the Youtube channel 'Alddal Cham.'

In the video, Heo Kyungwan responded to Soyou's comment about giving up on marriage by saying, "As an Oppa, I'm against that."

He said, "The happiest time in my life was when I was 35. I felt everything was perfect. I didn't feel behind because of my age and I was so full of energy. Age doesn't matter for women. Honestly, you can do more bench press more than I can."

In response, Soyou replied, "It's not like I decided to not get married. My life goal was never to be a top star singer or the Beyoncé of South Korea. My dream was to become a good wife and mother." She continued, "Since I was young, I dreamed of a happy family. I wanted to have the smell of soybean paste stew ready when the family came home, having the kids calling 'Mom' as we ate, and just do housework and raise kids. But during COVID, I saw little kids saying things like 'We don't have masks,' and that made me realize I didn't want to bring children into a world like this."

She added, "I originally wanted to have kids early, so I planned to get my body in the best shape and freeze my eggs by the time I turned 30. But I later found out that it doesn't just end there, you have to give yourself shots in the stomach every day. I have a severe phobia of needles, so if I had to inject myself every day, I just couldn't do it."

Soyou stated, "If I'm not going to have kids, then why get married? Once I stopped wanting kids, the thought of marriage disappeared too." Sitting next to her, Heo Kyunghwan joked, "I've seen lots of people, both men an women, say things like that, but then they get married out of the blue."

Soyou clarified, "It's not that I don't want to get married. I just don't really think about it. But I do want to date."

Continue reading '34 y.o.' Soyou declares she's 'giving up on marriage' ..."I planned to freeze my eggs, but now I don't even want to have kids"

Freezia: "I don't like it if my boyfriend uses a Samsung Galaxy ... Taking pictures of me with that phone? So annoying"

SOURCE: 프리지아 "갤럭시 쓰는 남친 싫어..그 폰으로 날 찍어? 너무 짜증나"

Youtuber Freezia expressed that she dislikes the idea of having a boyfriend who uses a Galaxy phne.

Recently, Freezia posted a video showing her daily life on her channel, 'THE Freezia.'

Freezia said, "I heard your (an acquaintance) boyfriend uses a Galaxy Fold. To be honest, I'd kinda hate it if my boyfriend used a Galaxy phone." She added, "Both my mom and dad use Galaxy phones too. But parents and a boyfriend are different, right? Just imagining him taking pictures of me with that phone makes me so annoyed."

When an acquaintance asked, "What if your boyfriend comes up and says, 'Jia-ya~ Let me take a picture of you,' and then opens his Galaxy Fold?" she reacted strongly, saying, "Seriously?" She continued, "When my dad takes pictures of me, I end up looking like I have the proportions of a 3-heads-tall character. Galaxy and iPhone photos just have different vibes." Her acquaintance responded, "Mine looks fine, though. The pictures my dad took of me turned out really well."

Freezia added, "I don't think I've ever even touched a Galaxy phone before. The only people I can accept using Galaxy phones are my mom and dad." She added, "When the Flip first came out, t looked really pretty that I wanted to try buying one. It reminded me of the old flip phones. But I still think iPhone is way much more comfortable to use. When I try using my mom's phone, it's too difficult for me."

Meanwhile, beauty and fashion Youtuber Freezia (real name Song Jia) began her journey as an influencer after appearing on the Netflix reality show 'Single's Inferno' in 2021. However, at the peak of her popularity she was caught in a controversy for wearing counterfeit luxury goods. Since her content frequently featured luxury brands, the backlash was significant.

Eventually, Freezia issued an apology through a handwritten letter and a Youtube video. Despite that, criticism from netizens continued, leading a media outlet to verify the authenticity of 21 controversial items. The investigation found that 13 out of 21 items were genuine and some items that netizens had insisted to be fake were actually authentic. However, a portion of the items was confirmed to be counterfeit. 

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Announcement of Heeseung's departure from ENHYPEN

[공지] ENHYPEN 향후 활동 안내

안녕하세요.
빌리프랩입니다.

ENHYPEN을 변함없이 응원해주시는 ENGENE 여러분께 진심으로 감사드리며, ENHYPEN의 향후 활동 체제와 관련하여 안내드립니다.

당사는 ENHYPEN이 앞으로 나아가야 할 방향성과 다음 목표에 대해 고민하고 논의해왔습니다. 멤버 각자가…

— ENHYPEN OFFICIAL (@ENHYPEN) March 10, 2026

SOURCE: 엔하이픈 희승 탈퇴 공지

Hello, this is BELIFT Lab.

We sincerely thank ENGENE for your unwavering support for ENHYPEN. We are writing to provide an update regarding ENHYPEN's future activities.

We have been carefully considering and discussing the direction ENHYPEN should take in the future and their next goals. We held in-depth conversations regarding each member's aspirations and the team's direction. In this process, we confirmed that Heeseung has a very clear musical vision he wishes to pursue, and we have decided to respect his choice.

Accordingly, Heeseung will depart from ENHYPEN and the group will continue its activities as a 6-member group starting from upcoming official schedules.

While it is difficult to fully explain the entire process in a short message, we want to emphasize that this decision was made after long and careful consideration. We understand that this news may be difficult for fans to accept. Nevertheless, we ask for your understanding that this choice was made for the future of both ENHYPEN and Heeseung.

ENHYPEN will continue to give their best to show ENGENE their unwavering performances and energy. Furthermore, Heeseung will continue as a BELIFT Lab artist and will meet fans through solo albums.

We ask for ENGENE to continue giving unwavering love and warm support to both ENHYPEN and Heeseung as they embark on new challenges.

Thank you.

Summary: He is leaving ENHYPEN but will remain as an artist under BELIFT Lab.

COMMENTS:

-Whoa... I guess this is why they canceled the video call fan sign?

-I think he's the most popular one in the group. I heard he's a great singer.

-He's an amazing singer. This is insane. I've watched his Dingo Live performance so many times.

-If he leaves, who's going to do the singing now?

-He should've stayed for at least another 3 years. The group seems to be doing really well in Japan.

-I wonder why...

-If he's not leaving the company, he could've just debuted solo while staying in the group. Why leave?

-Is he switching to acting??

-Is he going to start a ramyeon business?

-Whoa... Why????? Why????????????????? This is so f*cking shocking.

-So he left the group, but is still with the agency? Is he going to act? Or go solo?

-He's that guy who likes ramyeon. What happened?

-Hul... Is this why the fan sign suddenly got canceled last time? It wasn't because of norovirus after all...

-Why, though? Isn't he the oldest in the group?

-Huh, suddenly? Aren't they the group that suddenly announced their fan sign was canceled the other day?

Continue reading Announcement of Heeseung's departure from ENHYPEN

Government pushes for sanitary pad to be provided for all women ... "Available at community centers and public health clinics"

SOURCE: 정부, 모든 여성에 생리대 지원 추진… "주민센터·보건소 비치"

The Ministry of Gender Equality and Family is launching a pilot project, for the first time in history, to provide sanitary pads in public so that all women can access menstrual products.

On the morning of the 10th, the ministry announced the 'Public Sanitary Pad Dream Pilot Project' (tentative name) at a cabinet meeting held at the Blue House. Previously, support for menstrual product was limited to low-income female youth (aged 9 to 24) through monthly vouchers worth of 14,000 KRW. The new initiative aims to install free sanitary pad vending machines in public facilities, allowing anyone to use them.

Minister Won Minkyung stated, "Considering population size and current conditions, we will select 10 diverse regions for this pilot project." Products will mainly be placed in public facilities like community centers, public health clinics, and family centers. On the other hand, considering the accessibility in rural areas, the products will be supplied to town halls.

The ministry plans to carry out the pilot project this year with approximately 3 billion KRW in national funds. Based on the results, they will organize local budgets to launch the full-scale program next year. Minister Won added, "Considering the symbolism and impact of the first-ever public sanitary pad initiative, cooperation with the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety and the Public Procurement Service is necessary to ensure safety, select vendors, and manage its contracts." She also requested the Ministry of Education to make sure sanitary pads are available in schools as essential items to support students.

Following President Lee Jaemyung's criticism of sanitary pads being significantly more expensive in South Korea compared to other countries, the industry has responded by lowering prices and releasing ultra-low-cost pads. On this day, the president asked, "The main problem of expensive pads have been resolved, but there seems to be concern regarding safety issues."

In response, Oh Yukyung, Minister of Food and Drug Safety, explained, "When the prices are low, the public worries about safety, but we evaluate the safety of all sanitary pads under the same standard. Since the end of January, we have already received requests to review seven budget-friendly sanitary pads and are reviewing them promptly."

Continue reading Government pushes for sanitary pad to be provided for all women ... "Available at community centers and public health clinics"

"Fooled by her Instagram photos' ... 'Motel murderer' Kim Soyoung's identity revealed, netizens mock her: "She scammed us with her looks"

SOURCE: "인스타 사진에 속았다"…'모텔 살인女' 김소영 신상공개되자 "외모로 사기쳤네" 조롱까지

After the identity of Kim Soyoung, the suspect in the Gangbuk Motel Serial Murder Case who killed two men using drugged drinks, was publicly released, posts comparing her looks to her Instagram photos began spreading online. People who initially defended her with comments like, "She's not guilty because she's pretty," are now criticizing and mocking both her crime and looks, saying, "She scammed us with her looks. She should be charged of frauds too."

On the 9th, the Seoul Northern District Prosecutors' Office disclosed the name, age, and mugshot of Kim Soyoung (20), who was arrested and referred to prosecutors by the police. The disclosure period runs from that day until April 8.

Previously, despite the brutality of this serial murder case, her leaked Instagram photos drew reactions like, "She's not guilty because she's pretty," and "Let's set up a donation account," drawing criticism for trivializing the crimes.

However, once Kim Soyoung's actual face was revealed, people began comparing her mug shot with her Instagram photos, with netizens leaving comments like, "I was blinded by her makeup for a moment," and "I was fooled by her Instagram photos."

Netizens also mocked her with comments like, "I take back saying I'd go to a motel with her," "This is why you shouldn't judge someone based on their Instagram photos only," "She looks like a completely different person in real life," "I can't recognize her because of the makeup," and "20?? She looks 40. Shocking."

People that initially defended her because of her looks are now criticizing both her looks and crimes, leading to further debate over lookism.

For example, a post titled 'This serial killer girl actually looks like sh*t' surfaced on an online community.

The author shared Kim Soyoung's photo and wrote, "It is said that she ordered 22 dishes at a luxury hotel restaurant using the victim's card. How can someone in their early 20s have such twisted thoughts and kill people instead of working hard to earn her own money? Even the prison food she'll eat for free is a waste. People mistook her for being pretty and followed her blindly."

Another post shared her mug shot along with the caption that said, "Her makeup is too heavy. Since she scammed us with her looks. She should be charged of frauds too."

Meanwhile, Kim Soyoung is accused of giving drugged drinks to three men in their 20s at various motels in Gangbuk-gu, Seoul, between December 14th of last year and February 9th of this year, killing two and injuring one.

On the 19th of last month, the Seoul Gangbuk Police referred her to the prosecution on charges of murder, aggravated injury, and violation of the Narcotics Control Act.

Previously, it was revealed that Kim Soyoung scored 25 out of 40 points on a psychopathy assessment. This test measures psychopathic traits such as coldness, impulsivity, lack of empathy, and irresponsibility across 20 questions. In South Korea, individuals who score above 25 are typically classified as psychopaths.

Continue reading "Fooled by her Instagram photos' ... 'Motel murderer' Kim Soyoung's identity revealed, netizens mock her: "She scammed us with her looks"

'I want to escape' ... Youtuber rescues 53 people from the Middle East after a fan's message

SOURCE: [단독] "탈출하고 싶어요" 팬 한마디에 중동 53명 구출한 유튜버

Lee Jaecheon (26), who runs a Youtube channel with 610,000 subscribers, received a message from a fan on February 28, saying, "I'm in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). I want to escape quickly." At the time, tensions in the Middle East had sharply escalated due to U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iran and Iran's retaliatory actions. While it was technically possible to leave the UAE by land and travel to Oman, the fan who is a woman in her 20s felt extreme anxiety about crossing the border alone.

Judging that it will be safer to escape if people gathered as a group, Lee Jaecheon created a KakaoTalk open chatroom called 'UAE Escape Room' that same day and began gathering people who wished to leave overnight. At the same time, he contacted a local travel agency. He was able to quickly arrange a reliable escape route together with a staff member who had experience living in the UAE and using the network he built while running his Youtube channel, which mainly delivers updates on wars.

The help from travel agencies providing guides locally in the Middle East was also significant. Lee Jaecheon said, "After that one fan escaped safely, word spread through Korean associations, and more people started contacting me for help. We secured cars through a travel agency. At first, we used private cars, but as more people joined, we even used chartered buses."

Not everything went smoothly. Heo Sangjun (60), the CEO of Carrot Tour, who worked together with Lee Jaecheon to provide taxis and buses said, "In the process of transfering people to Oman and Saudi Arabia, demand for vehicles and drivers exploded, causing prices to skyrocket. Some drivers we had already booked even left for higher offers." Lee Jaecheon added, "Taxi fares that were around 1.5 million KRW shot up to 2 million KRW in just a few days. We barely managed gathering people to split the costs."

Just when he thought the urgent situation was under control, new problems arose as the number of people wanting to escape increased. There were cases where some people reached the Oman border, but had to wait for three hours because the taxi they called didn't show up. The staff at the border checkpoint sometimes demanded money, which they had no choice but pay. Some people lost contact after reaching Oman because they couldn't get SIM cards. There were also rumors that some people who escaped via other routes were abandoned in the desert after arguing with their driver.

In response, Lee Jaecheon decided to use buses to transport people more safely. He succeeded in evacuating 53 people over 18 separate trips. He said, "Those who escaped first would give advice to the next group on how to pass border checkpoints."

Although it started with good intentions, there were many challenges. One of the hardest was misunderstandings that he was being paid by the travel agency. Lee Jaecheon explained, "I only connected people who wanted to escape directly with travel agencies of taxi companies. I never received any money. There were many suspicions about the videos I posted on Youtube, but I explained everything and clarified them one by one. I believe that the fact I did the right thing is more important."

Now that the government has stepped in by arranging chartered flights and sending a response team , Lee Jaecheon has temporarily stopped helping with escapes to avoid creating confusion. However, he has not lost interest and continues to monitor the situation, as there are still Koreans in the Middle East who wish to escape. Lee Jaecheon stated, "We are still sharing information in the group chats. The whole team is exhausted from not sleeping for days, but it's rewarding to be able to help people evacuate safely."

Continue reading 'I want to escape' ... Youtuber rescues 53 people from the Middle East after a fan's message

Jennie x Go Younjung, this combination is actually happening? The same-aged stars were seen in one frame at the Chanel show in Paris

SOURCE: 제니x고윤정, 이 조합이 되네? 파리 샤넬쇼서 동갑내기 투샷

BLACKPINK's Jennie caught attention after revealing a photo of herself with actress Go Younjung.

Recently, Jennie posted several photos on her social media taken while attending the Chanel 2026–27 Fall/Winter women’s collection show held in Paris, France.

In the released photos, Jennie's fashion stood out. She paired a black bralette with a sheer, see-through top decorated with beads, creating a bold yet sophisticated look.

She added a skirt made of the same material to highlight Chanel’s signature glamorous details and completed the charismatic vibe with an updo hairstyle and bold makeup. Meanwhile, her green nail polish served as a stylish accent.

Jennie also shared photos with several celebrities she met at the Chanel show, including a photo of her posing closely with their faces together with Go Younjung, drawing attention. Go Younjung also attended the show and showed her presence there.

The two looked at the camera while resting their chins on their hands, creating a natural atmosphere. The two, both born in 1996, caught attention with their distinct facial features and radiant visuals.

Continue reading Jennie x Go Younjung, this combination is actually happening? The same-aged stars were seen in one frame at the Chanel show in Paris

IU, Byun Wooseok 'Perfect Crown' poster revealed💘

SOURCE: 아이유, 변우석 <21세기 대군부인> 포스터 공개💘

대군부인 맞이할 채비 되셨습니까?

21세기 입헌군주제 대한민국을
뒤집어놓을 레전드 커플💘

<21세기 대군부인>
4월 10일(금) 밤 9시 40분 MBC 첫 방송#아이유 #변우석 #노상현 #공승연#21세기대군부인 #MBC금토드라마#mbcdrama #MBC pic.twitter.com/Gt7McMZCbS

— MBC DRAMA (@mbcdrama_pre) March 10, 2026

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Are you ready to welcome the Grand Prince’s wife?
Legendary couple that will turn the 21st-century constitutional monarchy of South Korea upside down💘

<Perfect Crown>
Premieres April 10 (Fri) at 9.40 PM (KST) on MBC

#IU #ByunWooseok #NohSanghyun #GongSeungyeon
#PerfectCrown #MBCFriSatDrama #mbcdrama #MBC

MBC's new Fri-Sat drama 'Perfect Crown' (written by Yoo Jiwon, directed by Park Joonhwa and Bae Huiyoung), which is set to premiere on April 10, released the couple poster for the first time on March 10th.

As it is considered one of the most anticipated dramas in the first half of 2026, the show has been given a special slot, airing 10 minutes earlier than usual. To effectively portray the unique details of its setting, a 21st-century constitutional monarchy in South Korea, the first episode will air at 9.40 PM (KST).

https://naver.me/IMZiweJ5

COMMENTS:

-IU looks so f*cking gorgeous. I’m really looking forward to the drama.

-ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ This somehow looks funny.

-Is this the best they could do...?????? I can't tell what they're trying to deliver here. It doesn't even match the genre.

-Is this the best poster they could make? They are pretty and handsome, but I think the poster could've been betterㅠㅠ

-I’m really looking forward to it.

-I thought it was a Chinese drama for a second...

-I feel like this isn't the best they could’ve done... but I’m still really looking forward to the drama.

-I don't see any chemistry, and I can't really feel the "Grand Prince’s wife" concept either.

-I like each actor individually, but I don’t see the chemistry between them..

-I can't feel the chemistry just from the poster, but maybe it'll be different once I watch the drama!! If the acting is good enough, chemistry can be created out of nowhere.

-It looks more like a pictorial than a drama poster.

-Well, the poster isn't that important anyway... I just hope it's fun to watch.

-I actually like the poster. IU looks pretty.

-It looks so old-fashioned.

-The poster actually looks better than I expected, though?

Continue reading IU, Byun Wooseok 'Perfect Crown' poster revealed💘

The reason Jennie announced a lawsuit for the first time

SOURCE: 제니가 처음으로 고소 공지 하게 된 이유

Since a lot of people seem curious, I'll just organize everything at once… It’s a summary post, so I'll use some line breaks.

First of all, today’s legal notice is her first official individual lawsuit in 10 years. During her time at YG Entertainemnt, there were only 2 legal notices covering all YG artists (2018 and 2021). Occasionally, they would release articles denying the rumors or announcing they would take legal actions if the rumors were extremely serious.

Since Jennie's personal company OA was established in November 2023, there hasn't even been a dedicated email for reporting legal issues. Until now, fans have been sending reports to the only official contact email the company provided.

The bottom line here is a dedicated email for legal complaints was created for the first time todayㅠ

Right now, fake news claiming that Jennie is an active supporter of Israel is spreading uncontrollably overseas.

1. A post claiming that Jennie donated to Israel received about 42,000 likes (and is still increasing)

2. Targeting foreigners who don't understand Korean, they fabricated a video of Jennie eating and buying bread (a vlog from 5 years agoㅋㅋ) by mistranslating it to look like an interview supporting Israel.

3. Creating AI-generated images claiming Jennie posted support for Israel on her Instagram Stories recently. This also has tens of thousands of likes and RTs.

4. Even in South Korea, tweets spreading these claims have around 30,000 likes...ㅎ

(Disclaimer: Jennie has been an Adidas Global Ambassador since 2018, about 9 years now)

There are countless posts claiming that Bella Hadid, who supports Palestine, was removed as an Adidas ambassador and replaced by BLACKPINK's Jennie, suggesting that celebrities who support Palestine are being ostracized and even kicked out from the industry.

What I listed here is only a very small portion out of tens of thousands of tweets out there... The impact overseas is so huge that OA probably couldn't just sit back and watch fabricated claims related to international politics.

Resellers persistently stalking + forcing Jennie to sign things, followed by videos spreading online calling Jennie arrogant because of it.

Another big issue right now is that Jennie is currently in Paris to attend the Chanel show. There have always been so many resellers following her around in Paris, even when she's just walking.

Last year, there was an incident where people cursing at her, saying things like, 'Do you hate us? Bitch,' when Jennie looked uncomfortable.

And today it happened again.

Look at that stack of photocards the resellers are shoving at her, asking her to sign on themㅋㅋㅋ The pile is huge and every single one is just like money for them. They keep asking her for more autographs, saying that they were her fans... Even after receiving one, they continue handing out more for her to sign.

Jennie, who couldn't hold it anymore, for the first time said directly, 'Can I have some time to myself today?' and 'This is very stressful for me'... (As a fan, this is my first time seeing Jennie speak this firmly)

In the end, she signed everything... But they kept chasing her on motorcycles, asking for more autographs (because they want to resell them). If she doesn't do it, they insult and mock her. Even Jennie's manager, who was with her, said, 'If she signs it, aren't you just going to sell it anyway?'ㅠ But she still ended up singing.

Yet she still gets hate for it. People are saying, 'How can she be so rude to her fans?'ㅋㅋ

+When she signed the photocards, some people even accused her of avoiding touching a Black person. There were tweets saying 'Jennie = Racist' with tens of thousands of likes and RTs...

Anyway, these things happened, and I'm really glad Jennie is finally doing a proper lawsuit after 10 years. Congratulations, Jennie. Fighting.

The lawsuit email is: protect@oddatelier.net

COMMENTS: 

-The harassment Jennie and BLACKPINK experience is seriously extreme. I hope they properly sue them...

-I wonder if she can also sue the foreigners... They've been harassing her forever.

-That is insane... Protect Jennie at all costs.

-Please stop harassing Jennie.

-Whoa... These people are not in their right minds. This is giving me goosebumps.

-Whoa... These people are crazy. I hope she would sue every single one, even those foreigners.

-Whoa... That's basically a crime. Lawsuit is not enough, she should report them as criminals.

-I feel so bad for Jennie... The fact that she still ended up signing everything is really heartbreaking.

-I'm getting so f*cking stressed just by reading this postㅠ

-It must be frustrating for her. Since they're foreigners, suing them might be difficult.

Continue reading The reason Jennie announced a lawsuit for the first time

Movies that failed to reach 10 million viewers, only reached the 9-million-viewers range

SOURCE: 천만 영화 실패한 900만대 관객 영화들

1. Bohemian Rhapsody (2018) - 9,948,386 viewers

2. A Violent Prosecutor (2016) - 9,707,581 viewrs

3. Exit (2019) - 9,426,151 viewers

4. Snowpiercer (2013) - 9,352,448 viewers

5. Inside Men (2015) - 9,158,425 viewers

6. The Face Reader (2013) - 9,135,806 viewers

7. Iron Man 3 (2013) - 9,001,679 viewers

These are the movies that surpassed 9 million viewers but failed to reach the milestone of 10 million viewers. Among them, 'Bohemian Rhapsody' came very close to 10 million viewers, but fell short by only about 50,000 viewers and concluded with only 9,94 million viewers. It is considered likely to surpass 10 million viewers in the future through a re-release. If that happens, it would become the first movie to reach 10 million viewers through a re-release.

COMMENTS:

-It's such a pity that 'Exit' didn't reach 10 million viewers.

-Hul.. 'Iron Man 3,' 'Bohemian Rhapsody,' and 'Exit' were all really fun to watch, thoughㅜㅜㅜ

-'Bohemian Rhapsody' was released 8 years ago already?? That's crazy.

-Did that many people actually watch 'Exit'?

-I actually watched the first 5 movies in the theatersㅋㅋㅋ

-Hul... I thought 'Exit' and 'Snowpiercer' both surpassed 10 million viewers.

-'Exit' probably would've passed 10 million viewers if it had stayed in theaters just abit longer.

-Hul... 9 million people watched 'Snowpiercer'?

-'Exit' was really good. I've watched all of these movies except 'Iron Man 3.'

-Wow, I’ve watched every single movie listed there.

-If only 'Exit' had a better poster, it might've done even better.

-I didn't know 'A Violent Prosecutor' actually did that well. I hardly ever heard people around me talk about it.

-Whoa... I watched 'Bohemian Rhapsody' 3 timesㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-'Bohemian Rhapsody' stayed in theaters for quite a long time, though.

-Reaching 10 million viewers really isn't easy.

Continue reading Movies that failed to reach 10 million viewers, only reached the 9-million-viewers range

Apologizes for blocking traffic for MV shoot ... Lisa compensates Thai shop owners with 'one month's salary'

SOURCE: MV 촬영으로 통행 막아 죄송…리사, 태국 상점들에 '한 달 치 급여' 보상

BLACKPINK Lisa's generous gesture is becoming a hot topic.

On the 2nd (local time), Hong Kong's South China Morning Post (SCMP) reported that Lisa paid 20,000 THB (about 750,000 KRW) to each shop owner in exchange for occupying the streets of Chinatown in Bangkok while filming her new MV, 'Rockstar.'

Lisa filmed the 'Rockstar' MV fon Yaowarat Road in Bangkok, Thailand, from 2 AM to 5 AM on May 3. Although the filming took place during hours when most shops were normally closed, all businesses in the area temporarily halted operations for the filming.

As a result, Lisa reportedly paid 20,000 THB (about 750,000 KRW) in compensation to each shop owner who couldn't open their business. She also offered 1,000 THB (about 37,000 KRW) to passersby as an apology for the inconvenience caused.

The 20,000 THB compensation is said to be more than a typical month's wage in Thailand, which is drawing significant attention to Lisa's generous gesture.

Meanwhile, 'Rockstar' is the first solo song released under LLOUD, the company Lisa established for her solo activities. After its release on June 28, it has ranked high on the US Spotify Global Chart and is also gaining great popularity in South Korea.

https://www.news1.kr/entertain/music/5468878

Bangkok's Chinatown:

Lisa's MV:

Even though the filming took place at night when shops are usually closed, they had to close earlier than usual and accommodate lightings. That's why Lisa compensated them with the equivalent of a month's salary (This article is from 2024)

COMMENTS:

-I think this is what you should do when you're renting out the whole street. Good good.

-Whoa... I just visited Bangkok recently. You're telling me that she actually cleared that crowded street for a shoot? Lisa's status is truly incredibleㄷㄷㄷ

-Crazy. She's a superstar.

-That is impressive.

-This way it's a win-win for everyone. I think people wouldn't complaint either.

-She could've just compensated them for a week, but a whole month?? The nearby shops hit the jackpotㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-World-class stars are different.

-Lisa is seriously so cool and kind. She's absolutely the best.

-Lisa is so intelligent. Being considerate is also a form of intelligence.

-So the average monthly salary there is 750,000 KRW...

Continue reading Apologizes for blocking traffic for MV shoot ... Lisa compensates Thai shop owners with 'one month's salary'

AOMG introduces its first-ever girl crew, 'KEYVEATZ' ... Set to debut in late April

SOURCE: AOMG, 창사 이래 첫 걸 크루 '키비츠' 선보인다…4월 말 전격 데뷔

AOMG's first-ever girl crew, KEYVEATZ, will officially debut at the end of April.

On the 10th, global label AOMG announced, "Our first girl crew has finalized the team name KEYVEATZ and its five-member lineup. KEYVEATZ is currently speeding up final preparations with the goal of debuting in late April. Please show us your anticipation and interest."

KEYVEATZ is gaining attention as the first girl crew introduced by AOMG since its establishment and is drawing attention as the next act in AOMG 2.0’s rebranding project, "Make It New." Along with their outstanding skills and trendy personalities, KEYVEATZ plans to build its own distinct artistry and team identity.

Previously, the faces of three members were revealed through the "2025 AOMG Global Crew Audition" casting film, raising expectations. Although all information, including their names, has not yet been disclosed, the three members captured the public's attention with their attractive visuals and trendy vibes alone. In fact, the casting film video surpassed 7 million views across the official channels in about a week.

As the three members proved their buzz through the casting film, they are now joined by two new faces, raising anticipations. People are also curious about the meaning behind their unique team name KEYVEATZ and how it will be expressed through their music and performances.

While preparing for their official debut in late April, KEYVEATZ plans to continue communicating with fans by regularly releasing diverse content through AOMG's official accounts.

Continue reading AOMG introduces its first-ever girl crew, 'KEYVEATZ' ... Set to debut in late April