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- 1Big Bang, K-pop's original kings, make their returnāBefore BTS and Blackpink, there was Big Bang: Now the Kings of K-pop are back https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq39me
Big Bang, the group credited with paving the way for K-pop's global rise before BTS and Blackpink, is back in the spotlight. Coverage notes the band's legacy as pioneers of the genre and the excitement around their return, with longtime fans and music commentators weighing in on what the comeback means for K-pop today.
- 2Jung Kook Draws Thousands of Fans to Hublot Event in TokyoāJung Kook Draws Thousands of Fans at Hublot Event in Tokyo
Jung Kook appeared at a Hublot event in Tokyo, drawing thousands of fans who gathered to catch a glimpse of the BTS star. Large crowds filled the area around the venue, with videos and photos of the singer circulating widely as fans shared their excitement about the surprise appearance in Japan.
- 3Ocon declares himself among F1's best after Baku fight to P8ā¼'Iām one of the best out there' ā Ocon makes his point after charge to P8 in Baku amid future doubts
Esteban Ocon finished eighth at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku after climbing through the field, then said 'I'm one of the best out there' as he made his case publicly. The statement lands while doubts surround his future on the Formula 1 grid, making his drive and his words a talking point among fans and paddock watchers.
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A Time magazine piece argues the Grammy Awards continue to misjudge and undervalue Asian music, using BTS and the global rise of K-pop as the central case. The article examines how the Recording Academy's category structures and voting patterns have treated Korean acts, and what that says about broader biases in how Western institutions recognise Asian artists.
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Home sellers are cutting their asking prices as they rush to sell properties and pay off mounting debts, pushing housing prices down. The trend points to financial pressure on owners rather than weak demand alone shaping the market. Observers are watching whether the wave of distressed sales continues to drag prices lower in the coming months.