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Coachella Ownership Bid Exposes HYBE's Push to Control Global Festival Line-Ups

Reports of a HYBE Coachella bid have raised questions about festival ownership and industry influence.

International Business Times UK

MrBeast, Danielle, and ADOR Update: Is He Really Going To Pitch In $30M?

MrBeast's brief online remarks fuelled speculation after fans urged him to support Danielle amid NewJeans' unresolved legal dispute with ADOR.

International Business Times UK

Will K-pop earn its first Grammy in 2026? Experts explain how the genre has hit the mainstream

K-pop is an inextricable force in global pop culture but it has long been under-celebrated at institutions like the Grammys

The Independent UK

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HYBE Under Fire After Allegations $83M of BTS Money Covered Scooter Braun Losses

Allegations over HYBE's handling of $83M in BTS funds are sparking global fan outrage — here's the background.

International Business Times UK

Fact Check: Did NewJeans' Danielle Ask MrBeast For Help To Bail Her Out Of ADOR Legal Situation? The Internet Weighs In

NewJeans fans have targeted MrBeast online, urging attention for Danielle's legal dispute with ADOR, despite no evidence of her involvement.

International Business Times UK

Kendrick Lamar Joins BTS Album, Calls Yoongi 'My Bro,' Fans Go Wild

Viral rumour claims Kendrick Lamar will feature on BTS's March 2026 comeback album. Neither HYBE nor Lamar's camp has confirmed. ARMY debates whether the post is legitimate or a fan-generated edit.

International Business Times UK

BTS Comeback 2026: Here's Everything You Need to Know About Their March Activities

ARMY, get ready —BTS may be making their long-awaited return this year as teased in a New Year's postcard that sparked fan speculation and excitement.

International Business Times UK

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NewJeans member Danielle sued for millions after bitter feud with K-pop record label

Ador terminated the Australian-born singer’s contract on Monday and is now suing her, a family member and the band’s former producer

The Guardian - AU

Ador sues former NewJeans member Danielle Marsh for £22m after terminating contract

Label claims Danielle entered into arrangements that put her in conflict with her contract

The Independent UK

NewJeans Drama Explained: Here's Why the Team Broke up and Who Is in Trouble of Getting Axed After Danielle

NewJeans' future remains uncertain after the ADOR–HYBE dispute, court injunctions and contract issues stall activities and pull Danielle into breakup rumours.

International Business Times UK

Ador drops NewJeans member Danielle Marsh and casts doubt on K-pop group’s future

Management label says ‘difficult for her to continue as NewJeans member and Ador artist’

The Independent UK

BTS Spring 2026 Comeback: Max Martin 'Fixes' Song in 17 Seconds with Jon Bellion on $1.05B Project

Max Martin and Jon Bellion confirm work on BTS's spring 2026 comeback album, expected to generate over £796m ($1.05bn) as the K-pop septet reunites after military service.

International Business Times UK

BTS Jungkook Faces Backlash After Live Broadcast — HYBE Is Accused of Taking Down Clips From What Fans Call a 'Mediocre' Performance

Jungkook's live vocals face widespread criticism, while fans accuse HYBE of removing social media clips as debate over the broadcast intensifies online.

International Business Times UK

Can You Still Get (and Afford) KATSEYE Tour Tickets in Toronto and Other Cities?

KATSEYE tour tickets for Toronto are on resale markets at high prices, reflecting their rapid success and Grammy-nominated status, with demand outweighing supply.

International Business Times UK

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The Independent UK

All five NewJeans members set to return to label after year-long legal row

NewJeans and Ador have been embroiled in a feud since last year’s ouster of the band’s former creative director and Ador’s former CEO Min Hee Jin

International Business Times UK

BTS Jungkook's Mystery Date: Who is His Rumoured Girlfriend?

Rumours about BTS Jungkook's love life are spreading online, linking him to actress Chae Won-bin, model Shin Hyun Ji, and aespa's Winter — but fans and agencies have yet to confirm anything.

The Independent UK

K-pop group NewJeans loses lawsuit to leave agency

Group says they will be filing an appeal, claiming the ‘relationship of trust with Ador has been completely destroyed’

International Business Times UK

NewJeans Loses Against ADOR In Court Case: What Happens Next?

A Seoul court has ruled in favour of ADOR, upholding the exclusive contract with NewJeans. The decision marks another legal setback for the K-pop group, which had sought to terminate its agreement following the dismissal of Min Hee-jin.

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The Independent UK

BTS reportedly planning biggest world tour yet with 65 shows and new album

This would mark a full-group comeback for the band after its members completed South Korea’s mandatory military service

Marie Claire

Meet the Duo Behind KATSEYE's Instantly Iconic Choreography

Grant Gilmore and Sohey Sugihara dish on working with the K-pop stars since their inception and crafting viral moments.

International Business Times UK

Is Katseye a Real K-Pop Group? Meet the Girls in Gap's Latest Viral Commercial

Katseye, the multinational girl group formed through Hybe and Geffen's Dream Academy, stars in Gap's viral 'Better in Denim' campaign. From charting singles to fashion takeovers, here's everything you need to know about the rising pop act.

International Business Times

BTS Agency HYBE Raided Over Alleged Fraud Trading

HYBE, the agency behind K-pop superstars BTS, was raided by police on Thursday in connection with alleged fraudulent trading involving its founder Bang Si-hyuk, investigators said.

Cinemablend

Now There’s More Evidence That Hailey Bieber's Rhode Sale Seemingly Saved Her And Justin's Finances

Justin Bieber seems close to putting a big debt behind him.

BANG Premier

BTS and TXT's label to launch new K-pop boy band next month

BIGHIT MUSIC is set to launch a new boy band in August with a debut album on the horizon already.

International Business Times UK

Weverse Major Update: BTS 'Permission To Dance On Stage' Details And What's In Store For July

BTS drops first live album and concert pack via Weverse in July 2025, teasing a 2026 comeback and full-group return. Here's what fans need to know.

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