Shin Minah's double celebrations after marrying Kim Woobin♥ ... Positively reviewing offer for 'Wed, Thu, Fri'

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Shin Minah is in talks to star in a romance drama as her first project following her marriage.

According to OSEN on the 9th, Shin Minah has received an offer for the new drama 'Wed, Thu, Fri' (working title) and is positively reviewing it. A representative from her agency, AM Entertainment, also confirmed, "She has received the offer and is reviewing it positively."

'Wed, Thu, Fri' is a romance drama set in a restaurant that only opens on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. It follows the love story between a male chef and a woman who has deep ties to the restaurant. It is reported that Lee Jinwook has been offered the male lead role and is currently considering it.

If Shin Minah agrees to star in this drama, it will become her first-ever project since her marriage. Shin Minah tied the knot with Kim Woobin on December 20 last year after 10 years of dating. The couple is currently on their honeymoon in Spain and plans to return and focus on their careers afterward.

Meanwhile, Shin Minah is also set to star in the upcoming Disney+ 'The Remarried Empress' which will be released later this year.

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"Mom, I can't go to college. What do I do?" ... 196 applicants fail early admission in Busan due to records of school violence

As the government implemented the 'School Violence Penalty System' in college admissions, it has been revealed that a large number of applicants with records of school violence were rejected during the early admissions at universities in the Busan area.

According to Yonhap News on the 8th, a total of 247 applicants with records of school violence applied to early admissions at 12 universities in Busan (excluding Busan National University of Education, Dongseo University, and Youngsan University) for the 2026 academic year. Among them, only 51 applicants (20.7%) were accepted, while the remaining 196 applicants (79.3%) were rejected.

National universities had particularly high admission thresholds. At Busan National University, all 7 applicants with records of school violence were rejected. Similarly, at Pukyong National University and Korea Maritime & Ocean University, all 8 and 13 applicants were also rejected. Busan National University of Education has entirely banned applicants with records of school violence.

Among private universities, Dong-A University reportedly rejected all 32 applicants with records of school violence. Other private universities (excluding Kosin University, which had no such applicants) accepted some students, but the overall acceptance rates remained generally low. Dong-eui University accepted 24, Silla University accepted 7, Busan University of Foreign Studies accepted 7, Tongmyong University accepted 5, Inje University accepted 4, Busan Catholic University accepted 3, and Kyungsung University accepted 1.

In February 2023, the Ministry of Education announced the 'Comprehensive Measures to Eradicate School Violence,' mandating that records of school violence to be reflected in all admission tracks starting from the 2026 academic year.

According to a recent analysis by the office of Democratic Party Rep. Ji Sunmi, excluding Seoul National University, 180 applicants with records of school violence applied to the remaining 9 national universities. Out of these, 162 applicants (90%) were rejected due to score deductions. Kangwon National University had the highest number of rejections at 37, followed by Gyeongsang National University at 29, Kyungpook National University at 28, Jeonbuk National University at 18, Chungnam National University at 15, Chonnam National University at 14, Busan National University at 7, and Jeju National University at 1.

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1. [+342][-0] This wouldn't have gone to the School Violence Committee if your parents had dragged you over, made you kneel and apologize in front of the victim, and made sure you never hit anyone again. Instead, they shouted 'My child would never do that,' and now you're finally paying the price.

2. [+295][-0] The facts that these dumbasses with records of school violence are applying to Teachers' Colleges...ㅎ They don't know how to feel shame because they're trash, I guess.

3. [+245][-1] You must've felt a rush of joy when you beat people up back then right? How about now???ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ How does it feel not being able to go to college? Feels good, right??? Try feeling that joy nowㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

4. [+18][-0] Now you learn that if you make tears fall from someone else's eyes, blood and tears will fall from your own.

5. [+14][-0] What goes around comes around.

Continue reading "Mom, I can't go to college. What do I do?" ... 196 applicants fail early admission in Busan due to records of school violence

Former AOA member Kwon Mina cancels fan meeting following suicide attempt ... Full refunds to be issued

According to OSEN's report on the 8th, Kwon Mina's first solo fan meeting, which was scheduled for the 23rd at H-Stage in Seoul, has been cancelled.

The reason for the cancellation was 'unavoidable circumstances of the artist.' The organizers announced that all purchased tickets will be automatically fully refunded, with the refund process carried out according to the payment method.

On the 1st, Kwon Mina wrote, "I'm truly grateful to everyone who cherished me, loved me, and treated me like a human being. And I'm also sorry... I hope everyone continues to live a long, happy, joyful life in a harmonious family atmosphere. I'm sorry," before attempting to take her own life. She was dramatically rescued.

After being rescued, Kwon Mina raised concern as she posted a long message describing the domestic violence by her father that she experienced in her childhood, extreme financial hardship, assault and sexual violence she experienced in her teenage years, and bullying by a fellow member during her time as an idol. In particular, OSEN revealed that she had unilaterally cancelled some schedules prior to her attempt, leading to increased worries about her condition.

Kwon Mina debuted in 2012 as a member of AOA and left the team later in 2019. She gained public sympathy after claiming she had been bullied by other members. However, she later faced criticism due to controversies including allegations of power abuse toward a nurse, accusations of pressuring someone to breakup, and questions regarding her sincerity during her apologies and explanations in SNS live broadcasts.

After a period of self-reflection, she returned and signed an exclusive contract with Modenberry Korea, preparing for her first-ever solo fan meeting. She suddenly announced the termination of her contract, which sparked curiosity. However, Modenberry Korea clarified they would still handle her business and proceed with the fan meeting as planned.

Fans were initially relieved to hear that she was resting at home and recovering health, but the cancellation of her fan meeting due to the artist's 'unavoidable circumstances' has left deep disappointment.

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1. [+449][-26] Does she even have fans?

2. [+384][-23] It seems like the event was cancelled because not enough people bought the tickets, and that probably made her depressed.

3. [+229][-17] Hmm... I don't want to know about this anymore. Please stop publishing articles about her.

4. [+26][-0] Sigh... I feel bad for her. Instead of drowning in self-pity, I hope she gets through this quickly, regains her health, and start a new chapter in her life.

5. [+23][-6] You're a beautiful young lady. You entered society quite early and probably encountered some bad people, but if you live long enough, you'll find that for every 2 bad people, there are about 8 good ones. If you just express that you're struggling, people will help you. Think of your parents. Stay strong. Try to overcome this. The more you overthink, the more negative thoughts take over your body~ You have to stop those thoughts altogether~~

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Goo Hyesun hits the jackpot, graduates early from KAIST as well ... Double celebration: "Next stop is PhD"

Goo Hyesun is celebrating double milestone with the launch of her new business and early graduation from KAIST.

On the 8th, Goo Hyesun posted on her social media account, "I passed my master's thesis and will be graduating early. The freshly bound copy just arrived. Next is a Doctorate?! Victory!" along with several photos.

In the photos, Goo Hyesun is seen posing with her graduation cap. Appearing to have successfully lost weight, she shows off a slim jawline and fair skin, radiating an intellectual charm in her cap.

She also revealed her master's thesis titled, "The Fifth Wall: Reprojection in the Age of One-Person Media." By passing her defense, she was allowed to graduate early. Holding the thesis, Goo Hyesun was seen enjoyed the joy of early graduation.

Back on December 13 of last year, Goo Hyesun shared that she was in the middle of her thesis defense. Just two weeks later, she submitted the thesis and passed, showcasing her exceptional ability.

Additionally, last month Goo Hyesun launched a foldable hair roller for which she holds a patent. Right now, Goo Hyesun is actively working across various fields as an actress, director, singer, and inventor.

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1. [+123][-9] This is far more admirable than celebrities who go on luxury vacations to eat, post bikini photos, and brag about their money while ordinary people are struggling to make a living!!!!

2. [+95][-7] There are a lot of people who mock her and there's a lot of talk going around, but let's just admit it... She really is an impressive person.

3. [+90][-7] That's truly amazing. Respect!!!

4. [+21][-5] This is 100 times better than those who plagiarize papers, recycle their own work, or use ghostwriters...

5. [+20][-2] Genuinely impressive👍👏👏👏 Her beauty has returned to her peak days and her eyes look so sharp and alive. It's never easy to overcome hardships and channeling it into academic pursuits. She's admirable.

Continue reading Goo Hyesun hits the jackpot, graduates early from KAIST as well ... Double celebration: "Next stop is PhD"

Choi Yena reveals that she weighs '39kg': "It shocked me. I gained weight on purpose after that" ... Fans express concerns

Recently, a video was uploaded on Choi Yena's official Youtube channel. In the video, Yena shared her daily routine preparing for an awards show stage and revealed behind-the-scenes stories about her special performance.

While getting her makeup done, Yena tried on a ring and commented, "My fingers must've gotten thinner," as the ring slipped on easily. She then touched her arm and said, "I've gained quite a lot of weight," to which a staff member agreed by saying, "You look much better now."

Yena shocked everyone as she revealed, "I recently lost weight until I reached 39kg. I was so shocked that I worked hard to eat a lot and gain my weight back." She added, "Now I weigh around 42 to 43kg. It's not like I was trying to lose weight. I didn't know how I lost weight. It just happened suddenly."

Fans and netizens responded to Yena's honest weight reveal, saying, "That was my weight in elementary school," "I hope not even 1 gram of you disappears," "I'm worried she might be sick," and "How is being in the 30kg range even possible?"

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1. [+67][2-] When I see someone this skinny, the first thing that comes into my mind is not 'They look pretty,' but 'How do they even manage to walk?'

2. [+43][-2] Who even started using the term 'stick skinny'?

3. [+32][-2] At some point, people no longer consider celebrities as human if they weighed over 50kg... Isn't it weirder not to be over 50kg?

4. [+5][-1] Her body can only handle it because she's still young. If she keeps this up, her health will be ruined soon. 

Continue reading Choi Yena reveals that she weighs '39kg': "It shocked me. I gained weight on purpose after that" ... Fans express concerns

"Sitting next to this person is literally hell" ... Constant sighing and irritation actually wreck your body

There are times when you feel completely drained, as if all the energy has been sucked out of your body, after clashing with your boss at work or fighting through a packed subway to get home. This phenomenon has long been dismissed as a simple mental fatigue or mood issue. However, it has been scientifically proven that it's actually the result of our noses collecting stress signals from bodies of people around us, triggering an alarm inside our own bodies.

According to the European Psychiatric Association (EPA) on the 8th, a research team led by Dr. Elisa Vigna at the Karolinska Institute in Sweden showed findings that microscopic chemical signals in human sweat can be transmitted to other people's brains and immune systems in real-time. After analyzing sweat samples collected from subjects watching horror movies or experiencing intense pressure, the team confirmed that sweat produced due to stress has a completely different chemical composition from sweat produced after ordinary exercise.

The chemical signals in 'sweat stress' may not be consciously detected by the sense of smell, but they are delivered directly to the amygdala, which is the emotional control center of the brain, via the vomeronasal organ inside the nose. Experiments showed that people exposed to the scent of 'sweat stress' immediately showed activation in the anxiety-related region of brain. They also unconsciously display physiological synchronization, including increased blood cortisol levels (a hormone that raises blood pressure and blood sugar to help the body fight stress.)

These findings support the theory of human chemical communications that was proposed by Professor Bettina Pause of the Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf, suggesting that humans, just like animals, share threat signals through scent.

A particularly notable point of this study is that such emotional contagion goes beyond simple mood changes and actually weakens the immune system. When the body detects another person's stress signals, it views them as an external threat and enters a defensive state. During this process, the activity of NK (Natural Killer) cells, which attack cancer cells and viruses, was found to decrease significantly. Therefore, spending a long time in enclosed spaces with highly stressed coworkers can be an act of impairing your own biological defenses, much like secondhand smoking.

Experts emphasize that to protect yourself from this kind of chemical contagion, you should pay as much attention to 'emotional hygiene' as you do to physical hygiene. Regular ventilation doesn't just clean the air, but it is also a practical preventive measure that washes away the stress-related chemical signals in the space. Furthermore, since stress transmission travels directly through the connection between the sense of smell and the brain, aromatherapy or taking short walks to change the air can be effective to protect your immunity.

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1. [+196][-6] There really are people who sigh and get irritated over nothing. Just being near them makes me feel like crap too.

2. [+189][-16] I think people who drains other people's energy really do exist~ When I visit a nursing home, I feel like all my energy is sucked out, but when I watch kids playing at a playground or dogs running around, I feel like it boosts my energy~ Whether it's just my mood or something else, there's definitely something to it!!

3. [+169][-4] The person who cause the harm is usually the only one who doesn't realize it.

4. [+33][-1] When you work with a negative person, you feel more drained even if the work is going well! They just suck your energy dry.

5. [+30][-2] I fired a part-timer who would be on their phone laughing when the business is slow and would sigh nonstop when customers poured in. The store's atmosphere became instantly fresh again!

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"Something like this happened at Seoul National University?" All 59 students in a major course receive F grades out of the blue ... Here's why

A controversy has erupted after lecturer at Seoul National University failed to meet the grade submission deadline, resulting in every student in the class receiving F grades.

According to Yonhap News and other sources on the 7th, it was confirmed that a lecturer in charge of a major course in the College of Social Sciences during the 2nd semester of last year failed to input grades by the deadline.

The grade submission deadline was on the 26th of December. However, on the 25th, the lecturer announced that 'there has been a change in my overseas schedule' and promised to finalize the grades by the 2nd of January. On the 2nd, the lecturer posted another notice saying, "I have caught the flu, making it difficult to meet the deadline."

According to SNU's academic regulations, if the grade field is left blank or marked as 'I' (Incomplete) at the deadline, it is automatically processed as an 'F' or 'U' (Unsuccessful). As a result, all 59 students enrolled in the course received F grades.

Controversy erupts as it was discovered that the lecturer was regularly posting updates on their personal blog and social media while the grade submission was delayed. Students expressed their frustration over this, and a post on an anonymous student community said, "I suffered mentally until the very last moment while taking this course. For the sake of future students, I hope some kind of action is taken."

As the backlash grew, the lecturer reportedly sent an email to students the previous day, saying, "I offer my deepest apologies," and added that grades would finally released around the afternoon of 8th or noon on the 9th.

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1. [+141][-7] How irresponsible... Do that lecturer realize what they've done to these students just because of their personal circumstances?

2. [+83][-10] Is this person just a lecturer, not a professor? This is the reason why people say universities are meaningless in the AI era. If you're an lecturer or a professor, please ask yourself whether you can teach better or provide more accurate information than an AI. And don't give me that nonsense about how professors' main job is research instead of teaching. That's a joke. Most professors just play politics and stop doing real research once they get tenure. Except for medical schools, universities are pointless. Doctors are the best.

3. [+6][-0] That lecturer is acting exactly like those criminal politicians who gets paid for doing nothing. You are not fit to be a lecturer.

4. [+5][-0] Someone who can't even handle their basic responsibilities only ends up causing harm to others.

5. [+4][-0] I can tell what the lecturer's gender is without even lookingㅋ 

Continue reading "Something like this happened at Seoul National University?" All 59 students in a major course receive F grades out of the blue ... Here's why

'Two employees attempted taking their own lives in just 2 months?' ... Signs of workplace harassment

Claims have emerged that 2 employees at a factory in Daeso-myeon, Eumseong-gun, North Chungcheong Province, attempted to take their own lives one after another.

According the a family member 'A' on the 7th, the two employees who worked at Factory B attempted suicide between November and December last year, and one of them passed away.

A is reported to have discovered call recordings on the deceased's phone that contain indications of workplace harassment.

These employees working at Factory B are said to be affiliated with Company C, an outsourcing company that supplies labor to the factory.

A representative from Factory B said, "The employee who attempted suicide was a dispatched worker, so personnel management is handled by Company C. Please direct your inquiries to them."

In response, a representative from Company C replied, "There was one case where an employee attempted suicide in late November, but there has been no additional case. We are taken aback."

However, A countered that they had met with the family of another employee who attempted suicide to discuss a response. A also claimed that they have evidence that another employee also attempted suicide.

A stated, "There are 4 perpetrators and there is evidence that they harassed my family member and the other employee. We are planning to report this to the Ministry of Employment and Labor soon."

An official from the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions (KCTU) stated, "If the allegations are true, we suspect there is a habitual abuse of power or violations of workplace safety laws. If the family agrees, we will also consider a union-level response."

Factory B produces IV fluids, finished and raw cephalosporin products, and general pharmaceutical raw materials to domestic and overseas markets.

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1. [+122][-1] I just can't understand people who bully others even after becoming adults. What is wrong with them? Is playing Iljin at that age really fun? It's so patheticㅜ

2. [+92][-0] It's already hard enough for grown adults to get through a day because of work... And yet they're still out there bullying each other. Their futures must be in the gutter. They aren't kids anymore... Seeing adults act like this is just so pathetic. You'd only understand how it feels if it happened to you.

3. [+85][-2] This is so frustrating. Instead of taking their own lives, they should be taking the perpetrators' lives and turn themselves in to the police. Did they really think the perpetrators even blink an eye when they die? Killing the perpetrators first and confessing to the crime would be a better help to themselves, their families, the society, and the country.

4. [+10][-1] Human trash….

5. [+6][-1] You can just change jobs~ Why die? Even if you want to die, you should at least see it through so there's no injustice left. That company isn't the only place in the world for you to work~ They could've just quit!!

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"Is this really South Korea?" ... A woman in her 30s shocked by the overly open restroom in a shopping area

On the afternoon of the 6th, a woman in her 30s, identified as 'A,' who lives in Mapo, Seoul, visited a cafe in Mangwon-dong with a friend.

Before moving to another location, A went to the restroom on the 2nd floor of the cafe building, but she ended up unable to use it and hurriedly returned home.

According to the photos submitted by A, when you open the iron door of the restroom, there is a sink and men's urinal on the left, and two toilets on the right. However, the two toilets are only separated by a translucent glass wall, making it possible to see the figures on the other sides clearly.

Most shocking of all, the toilets are not in separate stalls, but are placed completely out in the open without any partitions or screens. It is just an open space where the two toilets and a men's urinal are placed together.

A said, "The moment I opened the restroom door and stepped in, I couldn't believe my eyes. Is this really a restroom in our country? I have no idea what they were thinking when they designed this."

A added, "The door requires a passcode to enter, but I still felt extremely anxious that someone would suddenly come in while I was sitting on the toilet, so I couldn't bring myself to use it and just left."

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1. [+1,402][-73] The owner must be Chinese, or it's for Chinese people only.

2. [+1,051][-56] Judging by how they're stealing Chinese styles, it seems like the building owner must be Chinese...?

3. [+963][-25] What on earth were they thinking when they built that?

4. [+56][-0] Even 30 years ago, restrooms like that didn't exist. Even old-fashioned pit toilets had partitions and doors. The person who made this can't be Korean, right??

5. [+55][-0] If you report this to the sanitation department of the local district office, they will issue an order to correct the restroom~

Continue reading "Is this really South Korea?" ... A woman in her 30s shocked by the overly open restroom in a shopping area

Hani returns after 3 years… Cast as lead role in KBS’s new weekend drama

According to MyDaily's report on the 8th, Hani has been confirmed as the female lead of KBS 2TV's weekend drama 'Love is Coming,' set to air this August.

In the drama, Hani plays Han Gyurim, the owner of a side-dish shop at a traditional market. Since childhood, her nickname has been 'Chief Han (NB: Han Banjang).' There's even a movie with the long title 'Mr. Handy, Mr. Hong (Literal translation: If something happens somewhere, Hong Banjang will definitely show up)' that perfectly mirrors her own life. If something bad or sad happens to someone, she drops everything to run and help, trying to make things a little less painful and a little less sad. If something good happens, she celebrates it as if it were her own. She's nosy in a heartwarming way, easily swayed by others, and acts like a human litmus test who can't hide her emotions.

'Love is Coming' tells the story of a family that sometimes makes you wish they weren't your own, that you could just throw them away, but you can't because they're still your family. It's about a family who fight every morning before heading out, but act as if nothing happened by evening. They snap, 'Why are you crawling back home?' while secretly worrying if someone doesn't come home. They torment each other, but would go to war for a family member who comes home in tears after being bullied elsewhere. The script is written by Lee Kyunghee ('I'm Sorry, I Love You' and 'Uncontrollably Fond') directed by Hong Seokgoo.

This marks Hani's first drama appearance in three years since Disney+’s 'Call It Love' in 2023. It is her first return to a major public broadcast network in 6 years since MBC's 'XX' in 2020. Furthermore, this is her first-ever KBS drama and also her debut in KBS Weekend Drama, a slot that once was considered as a guarantee for high rankings, even though its influence has faded over time.

'Love is Coming' will air in August as the follow-up to 'Recipe for Love', which begins airing on January 31st.

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1. [+712][-9] There are so many well-prepared, talented actors out there. I don't understand why on earth would they cast an idol-turned-actress who can't even act as the lead role, not even a supporting role?ㅡㅡ

2. [+580][-6] Wow... That's impressive. I guess she's got powerful connections.

3. [+477][-5] First of all, she can't even act. And yet she's playing the lead role?

4. [+29][-0] The lead role???? Why????????

5. [+29][-0] What on earth did they see to cast her? Is she a good actress? She’s not popular and she doesn't even look the same as before...? What's the reason? Did she give the KBS president a little gift pouch or something?

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Shindong fires back at a female junior who looks down on him: "You only make 100 million KRW a month?"

Super Junior member Shindong addressed the income of model and influencer Lee Sian.

Recently, a video was uploaded to the Youtube Channel 'Ch.TheRoots.' In the video, Shindong shows off his candid, straightforward talk while drinking with Lee Sian.

Lee Sian asked Shindong, “Aren’t you married?” Shindong replied with a serious face, "I'm divorced now. I even lost custody, so I’m paying child support every month," which shocked her. He then immediately added, “Actually, I’m single. I had a girlfriend I wanted to marry, but we broke up. It seems people still believe I’m married," drawing attention.

Previously, in 2010, Shindong appeared on SBS’s 'Strong Heart' and revealed he was in a public relationship. He surprised everyone by making an on-air proposal to his girlfriend by saying, "Will you stay happy with me forever? Please marry me." However, it was later reported that the two broke up in 2013.

On this day, Shindong asked Lee Sian, "Your income must have changed a lot since your appearance on 'Single’s Inferno.' I can't ask you to reveal the exact amount, but by how many times did it increase?" Lee Sian surprised him by responding, "I probably earn more than you, Sunbae-nim." Shindong reacted, saying, “You’re completely looking down on me."

Laughing it off as a joke, Lee Sian added, "An extra zero was added to the end of my earnings." Shindong responded, "Then you must’ve been making good money even before, too. So, you went from making 10 million KRW a month to 100 million KRW? You only make 100 million KRW a month?" jokingly, which made viewers laugh.

Meanwhile, Shindong previously revealed on a broadcast that he made a huge profit by selling his SM Entertainment stocks at their peak. In 2020, he made headlines for living in a luxury villa in UN Village, Hannam-dong, Yongsan District, Seoul. It is reported that he recently moved into a luxury apartment with a Han River view worth around 3 billion KRW, previously owned by TVXQ's Max Changmin.

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1. [+201][-13] Bragging about money in front of Shindong is just ridiculousㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

2. [+148][-4] You must be kidding me... You don’t have to write these pointless, draining articles.

3. [+114][-8] Hey, no matter what, Shindong is in Super Junior. Just based on his past earnings and fame alone, he definitely has more than you. I had no idea who this Lee Sian person even wasㅋㅋ

4. [+24][-0] I watched the video. Lee Sian was so full of herself...ㅋ She really was looking down on Shindong. I can tell she’s not going to last long~

5. [+22][-1] That girl... Isn't she being a bit thoughtless?;; Shindong has been in the entertainment industry for years... Bragging about money to Shindong of all people…;;

Continue reading Shindong fires back at a female junior who looks down on him: "You only make 100 million KRW a month?"

3 years after breaking up with Hyuna ... Dawn states he wants to live alone forever: "I love single life so much"

Singer Dawn expressed his satisfaction with single life.

On the January 7 broadcast of MBC’s variety show Radio Star (Episode 948) featured Kim Donghyun, Kwanghee, Dawn, and Amotti as guest stars.

On this day, Dawn said that he dreams of living alone forever, stating, "I really love living by myself. Honestly, I live alone about two-thirds of the year. I feel like I absolutely need to be alone."

When asked if he realized how comfortable living alone is, Dawn confessed, "Since I have to handle business and do social activities, I invite friends or guests over to my place. It's great to have delicious food and talk with them after a long time, but there's exactly one thing that really bothers me." He continued, "I pee sitting down. It really bothers me when people pee standing up."

Dawn added, "I tell my close friends, 'That's the rule in my house. Please do it while sitting down.' But I can't really say that if someone comes over for a business meeting. I really hate hearing the splashing sound of urine when I'm talking. It bothers me. When you pee while standing up, it splashes everywhere. That stresses me out so much that I came up with a solution. I have bathrooms on the 1st and 2nd floors. I only use the bathroom in the 1st floor, so I put up a sign saying it's broken. I make the guests go to the bathroom in the 2nd floor instead."

When asked what happens if a guest is in a hurry, Dawn said, "Recently, my manager said he was in a rush. Since we're friends, I told him, 'If you're going to pee, you have to do it while sitting down.' But he said he absolutely has to pee standing up. There are people like that. In the end, he left without using the bathroom even though he was really desperate." He then sent a message to people who learning about this through the show, "I just really hate having urine splashed everywhere. I'm really sorry. If you don't want to pee while sitting down, please just don't come over."

Meanwhile, Dawn (Real name: Kim Hyojong) debuted as a member of PENTAGON in 2016 but left the group in 2018 following the aftermath of his dating news with Hyuna. The two later appeared together at official events and on various variety shows while openly showing their affection. However, the two of them announced their breakup in December 2022 after 6 years of public dating. Dawn eventually deleted photos with Hyuna from his social media, which he had kept up even after the breakup, following her marriage announcement to former BEAST member, Yong Junhyung. Hyuna married Yong Junhyung in October 2024.

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1. [+1,050][-19] He looks so much more lovely and good now. At first, I didn't realize he was handsome, but after finishing his military service, his looks really improved.

2. [+1,045][-12] It's been ages since she got married. Why are people still linking him to Hyuna? You trash journalists, just stop it already.

3. [+883][-33] I guess it must've been hard for him to keep up with Hyuna all that timeㅋㅋ Anyway~ Living alone means freedom. It's absolutely the best^^

4. [+92][-1] Dawn is just Dawn. Please leave Hyuna's name out of the headlines~

5. [+87][-1] You guys definitely have to watch Dawn's Youtube. He has a nice lifestyle, great mindset, and outstanding artistic sense. I feel like he hid his own colors to let others shine back then. But this makes me realize that someone who truly shines will eventually be revealed like this. I support him for staying positive and bravely endured the breakup well!

Continue reading 3 years after breaking up with Hyuna ... Dawn states he wants to live alone forever: "I love single life so much"

'Exempted from military service due to epilepsy' Chae Jonghyeop donates 50 million KRW to epilepsy patients

Actor Chae Jonghyeop has donated 50 million KRW to help people who are living with epilepsy.

On the 7th, the Korea Epilepsy Association announced, "Actor Chae Jonghyeop made a donation with the request that it be used for medical expenses for epilepsy patients with low income and for projects aimed to raise public awareness."

On this day, Chae Jonghyeop stated, "I understand well the pain of people living with epilepsy, so I hope this can be of some small help. I hope my small contribution this year provides strength to those children and to the people who care for them."

Kim Heungdong, Chairman of the Korea Epilepsy Association, stated, "Understanding the difficulties faced by epilepsy patients and their families and providing help gives us great strength and encouragement. It is important for people with epilepsy to step forward and overcome the negative perceptions and prejudices from the society."

Previously, Chae Jonghyeop revealed that he was exempted from the mandatory military service due to epilepsy and has been taking medication for about 10 years.

Chae Jonghyeop received praise for his role as Yoo Minho in the 2019 SBS drama 'Stove League,' and has since been actively appearing in various dramas and variety shows. This year, he is set to star in MBC’s new Friday-Saturday drama 'In Your Brilliant Season.'

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1. [+315][-8] I had a junior in the military who had epilepsy. He suddenly collapsed and started foaming at the mouth. He was discharged from the military right away. Military life would definitely be difficult for those with epilepsy.

2. [+226][-5] After 2 years of working, I suddenly developed epilepsy of unknown cause. I had 2 mild episodes at work, but with medication and management, I'm living a normal daily life. I hope society becomes free of prejudices against people with epilepsy. Fighting, everyone:)

3. [+24][-94] I ask that he be re-examined. There have been many cases of illegal exemptions using epilepsy as an excuse.

4. [+17][-2] A coworker of mine has epilepsy but is living well with two children. I heard he has to take medication for life, though. I hope Chae Jonghyeop-nim also lives a happy life.

5. [+16][-3] This reminds me of a friend from middle school who also has epilepsy. I remember tilting their head back so they wouldn't choke and looking for the medicineㅜ It’s so heartbreaking.

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SBS drama breaks ratings records again with just two episodes left before finale

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With only 2 episodes remaining until its finale, an SBS drama has once again surpassed its own records. The main character's revenge on the villains has perfectly satisfied viewers' frustrations.

SBS' Friday-Saturday drama 'Taxi Driver 3' (Written by Oh Sangho, directed by Kang Boseung, produced by Studio S, Group Eight, and BA Entertainment) follows the story of a mysterious taxi company and taxi driver Kim Do-gi as they carry out revenge on behalf of wronged victims.

Returning after 2 years since Season 2, 'Taxi Driver 3' has gained praise for its cinematic direction, the even stronger chemistry of 'Rainbow Dark Heroes,' its solid world-building that bridges the seasons, and the great villain lineup. As a result, the drama swept various domestic and international box office indicators from its first week of broadcast. In its second week, it broke through the double-digit viewership ratings and has been on a roll ever since. Furthermore, at the 2025 SBS Drama Awards, lead actor Lee Jehoon (as Kim Do-gi) won his second Daesang for the 'Taxi Driver' series.

With just 2 episodes left until the finale, 'Taxi Driver 3' is once again breaking various records as it reaches its climax. The most recent episode peaked at 18.5% with averages of 15.1% in the Seoul Metropolitan Area and 14.2% nationwide, setting its new personal best for nationwide ratings. Notably, the ratings of viewers aged 20-49 soared to 4.8% and peaked at 5.75%, easily taking first place among all broadcasts in the new year.

According to the 'FUNdex' rankings released by Good Data Corporation for the first week of January (29/12/2025 - 04/01/2026), 'Taxi Driver 3' ranked #1 in the TV-OTT drama category, while Lee Jehoon took the #1 spot in the TV-OTT integrated cast buzz rankings.

It's performance on streaming platforms is just as overwhelming. In the first week of January rankings released by KinoLights, 'Taxi Driver 3' ranked #1 across all content, including dramas, movies, and variety shows. According to FlixPatrol, it also held the #1 spot on Netflix's Korea TOP 10 series category released on 5th of January. Additionally, the drama recorded an average rating of 9.2 (as of 6 January) on the global database IMDb, proving its irreplaceable presence in the competitive content market.

Meanwhile, viewers are expressing their regret as the show is near its ending. The final episodes set to air this coming Friday (9th) and Saturday (10th), expected to feature a revenge service set against a military base background. Expectations are rising as 41-year veteran actor Kim Jongsoo (as Oh Wonsang) confirmed as the final villain and a special appearance by Jeon Sonee (as Yoo Seonah) also announced. 

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Goo Junyeop spotted cleaning the tombstone of his late wife Barbie Hsu ... "Looking for a house nearby"

 

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It has been reported that Goo Junyeop continues to watch over the grave of his late wife, Barbie Hsu, even in the new year.

On the 4th, Taiwanese media outlet ET Today reported, "Goo Junyeop was spotted visiting Chin Pao San in the new year, cleaning his wife's tombstone."

Previously, a post on an online community drew significant attention as a netizen shared that had visited the Chin Pao San cemetery in Taiwan, where Barbie Hsu is buried, and witnessed Goo Junyeop meticulously cleaning her tombstone.

The netizen, who claimed to be a fan of the late Barbie Hsu, explained that they encountered Goo Junyeop on their way to leave the cemetery. They shared that Goo Junyeop was carrying a large bag and cleaning every corner of the tombstone with care. The netizen also shared that they left quietly because they felt too sorry to even greet him.

Taiwanese media also released pictures, reporting that Goo Junyeop has been spending nearly every day near Barbie Hsu's grave.

Last year, local residents report that Goo Junyeop was looking for a house near Chin Pao San and that he had visited newly built apartments in the area.

Barbie Hsu passed away last February at the age of 48 due to acute pneumonia after contracting the flu while traveling in Japan with her family.

Barbie Hsu and Goo Junyeop had received much love and support from fans in both countries for their movie-like love story, as they reunited after 20 years and married in 2022.

Since the passing of his wife, Goo Junyeop has suspended all activities indefinitely and has been staying in Taiwan. He has been spotted at the grave and at family gatherings looking noticeably gaunt, drawing sympathy from the public.

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Kim Woobin ♥ Shin Minah spotted on honeymoon in Spain ... Wearing wedding rings 'Dripping with sweetness'

 

Kim Woobin and Shin Minah have been spotted on their honeymoon in Spain.

Recently, the couple was seen having a meal in a Korean restaurant located in Spain. It is reported that they were eating Soybean Paste Stew, Tteokbokki, and Dolsot Bibimbap.

In particular, the wedding ring on Kim Woobin’s ring finger caught attention.

Sitting across from Shin Minah, he was smiling brightly with a happy expression, creating a heartwarming atmosphere.

Shin Minah and Kim Woobin, who had been in a public relationship since 2015, tied the knot on December 20 last year at the Shilla Hotel in Jung-gu, Seoul.

The wedding ceremony was officiated by Venerable Pomnyun Sunim, hosted by Lee Kwangsoo, and featured a congratulatory performance by singer Car the Garden.

Ahead of their wedding, the couple set a positive example by donating a total of 300 million KRW, including the Hallym Burn Foundation, Asan Medical Center, and Good Friends.

Meanwhile, Kim Woobin starred in the Netflix series 'Genie, Make a Wish' last year and Shin Minah is starring in the Disney+ original series 'The Remarried Empress' set to be released later this year.

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