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Madonna, Shakira and BTS to headline World Cup final half-time show

The World Cup final will take place on Sunday, July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

The Independent UK

Chris Martin and The Muppets announced headliners for first ever World Cup halftime show

Coldplay legend Chris Martin, with the help of Elmo, Cookie Monster and The Muppets' favourite Animal, has curated an all-star lineup for the World Cup Final Halftime Show.

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Are BLACKPINK Lisa and BTS Jungkook Dating? Fans Debate Whether the Matching Hoodie Is Just Coincidence

Fans debate whether BLACKPINK's Lisa and BTS' Jungkook are dating after matching hoodie claims spark viral 'couple hoodie' speculation online

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BTS' 50,000-strong ARMY turn out at Mexico City for historic presidential palace visit

BTS met President Claudia Sheinbaum and were greeted by tens of thousands of screaming fans from the presidential balcony.

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Tears and screams as 50,000 BTS fans flood city square for glimpse of K-pop band in Mexico

BTS were met by a screaming crowd of an estimated 50,000 fans in Mexico on Wednesday (6 May) ahead of their upcoming concerts.

The Independent UK

BTS Video Of Sydney Sweeney Surrounded By ‘Euphoria’ Crew Is Making Fans “Uncomfortable”

Sydney Sweeney’s viral Euphoria set clip sparks debate as fans react to a bizarre detail.

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BTS Silences Rumors With Record-Breaking Return

What if everything people believed about your ending quietly became the fuel for your strongest comeback? For years, fans of BTS waited through silence, holding on to hope while uncertainty grew. Rumors spread everywhere, and questions kept building was this truly the end of an era? But instead of fading…

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South Korean prosecutors reject police bid to arrest giant K-pop boss

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The Independent UK

K-pop tycoon behind BTS avoids arrest in South Korean investor fraud probe

Bang Si-Hyuk is facing a high-profile investigation and is barred from leaving the country

The Independent UK

BTS fans told to stay off El Paso mountains ahead of Sun Bowl double‑header

El Paso officials are urging fans to avoid climbing the surrounding mountains as BTS prepare for two huge shows at the Sun Bowl Stadium on May 2 and 3.

BANG Premier

Why Jin Chose BTS Over His Dream Career

What if you had everything to become a star but chose something else instead? That’s the story of Jin. With visuals that could easily fit the film industry, many believed acting was his natural path. And yet he walked away from it. Not because he couldn’t do it. But because…

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BTS agency chairman Bang Si-Hyuk faces arrest over alleged fraud scheme

South Korean police are seeking to arrest Hybe chairman Bang Si-Hyuk over alleged investor fraud tied to the company’s IPO, in a case that could impact the K-pop giant as BTS resumes touring.

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K-pop music mogul faces arrest in South Korea for fraud

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The Independent UK

South Korean wolf’s escape inspires bread, billboards, and a crypto coin

The two-year-old wolf, who was recaptured last week, is recovering under veterinary care after losing around 4kg

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Jung Kook doesn't see himself as a pop star 'yet'

Jung Kook says he still doesn’t see himself as a “star,” despite his chart‑topping success, and is focused on improving.

The Independent UK

BTS agency’s billionaire founder faces arrest in fraud investigation

South Korea police seeks Bang Si-Hyuk’s arrest as they expand investigation into allegations that he illegally gained more than $100m in investor fraud scheme

The Independent UK

BTS’ Arirang World Tour expected to generate up to £4bn

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NewJeans fuel comeback rumours after members spotted in Copenhagen

Label confirms Copenhagen trip but declines to comment on comeback speculation

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Beef season 2 is the dumbest new Netflix show in years — but I can't stop laughing at these wildly inappropriate cultural Easter eggs

Let's face it — Beef season 2 is an incredibly stupid Netflix show. But its niche cultural references are absolutely hilarious.

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Jin thinks he's best looking BTS member

Jin believes he is the most handsome member of BTS, though he insisted the whole band are good looking.

The Independent UK

BTS members open up about reunion fears, ‘egos’ and missing out on writing songs

Members worried if solo success would cause issues when K-pop group needed to work together for new studio album

The Independent UK

Billy Ray Cyrus defends Trump: ‘Being president is tough’

Country music star endorsed Trump in the 2024 presidential election and performed at his inaugural ball

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BTS see Taylor Swift, Harry Styles and Bruno Mars as 'greater artists' than them

BTS don't see themselves as having rivalry with Western pop stars, calling Taylor Swift, Harry Styles and Bruno Mars “greater artists” while reflecting on pressure, competition and future ambitions.

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BTS’ ARIRANG lands a third week at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, marking a new career milestone

BTS have scored their longest‑running US No. 1 album as ARIRANG tops the Billboard 200 for a third consecutive week.

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BTS leave fans in tears as emotional I Need U moment steals the show

BTS delivered an emotional opening night of their ARIRANG world tour, with a surprise performance of I Need U sending fans into one of the loudest eruptions of the night.

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