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aespa Teams Up With G-Dragon for Explosive New Single 'WDA (Whole Different Animal)' Ahead of Album LEMONADE

aespa released "WDA (Whole Different Animal)" featuring G-Dragon on May 11. Watch the MV, read the lyrics breakdown, and find out everything about their album LEMONADE.

Latin Times

Aespa's Ningning Targeted by 120,000-Signature Petition as Critics Demand Japanese Show Ban — Why Are Fans Turning on Her?

Aespa face mounting backlash in Japan as a petition targets Ningning, linking political tensions and past posts to NHK concerns.

International Business Times UK

K-pop singer’s social media post fuels diplomatic row between China and Japan

Beijing and Tokyo are locked in a diplomatic row over Japanese prime minister’s remarks on Taiwan

The Independent UK

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Why People Want Aespa Off Japan's NYE Show – And What China Has To Do With It

A fast-rising petition in Japan opposes Aespa's New Year's Eve appearance, citing past controversy involving Ningning and rising Japan-China tensions.

International Business Times UK

Backlash against K-pop star’s deleted photo shows pressure on industry to remain apolitical

Flaunting a red jacket with number 2 on it led to speculation Karina of aespa was subtly endorsing one of South Korea’s presidential candidates

The Independent UK

aespa at Wembley Arena review: the future of K-pop

4/5 aespa don’t spare the maximalist fun at their spectacular London show

Evening Standard

Ateez, Stray Kids and Aespa: why 2025 will be another huge year for K-pop in London

BTS and Blackpink may be about to stage a comeback, while Ateez, Stray Kids and Aespa are all playing London this year

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What to stream this week: Chris Stapleton, Call of Duty, 'The Killer,' Tim Allen's Santa return

This week’s new entertainment releases include country superstar Chris Stapleton’s fifth studio album, Michael Fassbender playing a hitman in David Fincher’s “The Killer” and Tim Allen putting on his Santa suit for season two of “The Santa Clauses.”

The Independent UK

What time are Aespa on stage at London’s 02 Arena?

It will be their first show in the UK after making their US debut at Coachella last year

Evening Standard

From Taylor Swift to Shakira: The 2023 MTV VMA winners list in full

Swift has a chance to become the most awarded artist in VMA history

The Independent UK

2023 MTV VMA winners list in full – live updates

Swift has a chance to become the most awarded artist in VMA history

The Independent UK

Here come the girls! All-female K-pop groups conquer Britain

Korean boybands have already scored huge global success. Now the gender balance is being reset

The Guardian - UK

Taylor Swift, SZA and Doja Cat lead 2023 MTV VMA nominations

Swift has a chance to become the most awarded artist in VMA history

The Independent UK

Aespa set to perform at Thunder Dome

Aespa, the first-ever metaverse girl group in K-pop, will give a Bangkok debut concert at the Thunder Dome, Muang Thong Thani, on July 29 at 6pm and again on July 30 at 4pm.

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The latest in K-pop news this week

Here's the latest roundup of K-pop news this week. First, two Thai members have joined YG Ent's new girl group; Aespa has released their third mini-album; and F.T. ISLAND is returning to Bangkok.

The Guardian - UK

Runner-up: Observer/Anthony Burgess prize for arts journalism 2023 – Cerise Louisa Andrews on Hallyu! The Korean Wave

V&A, LondonThis wide-ranging celebration of South Korean culture is a psychedelic experience where future and tradition jostle

ABC News

Inside SM Entertainment, a K-pop succession drama is brewing between uncle and nephew who rule over music empire

A family succession drama is unfolding between K-pop's two biggest players: SM Entertainment and HYBE, the home of global phenomenon BTS.

Evening Standard

From Squid Game to BTS: V&A to host its first ever exhibition on Korean culture

Expect a Parasite bathroom recreation, outfits worn by Aespa and boy band posters

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Bangkok Post

Aespa speak on sustainable development

K-pop girl group Aespa recently spoke at the United Nations' High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) on Sustainable Development held at the United Nations headquarters in New York.

Bangkok Post

Exciting news for fans of South Korean entertainment

There is good news for fans of K-drama and K-pop in June. On Saturday and Sunday, Thai fans will be able to meet the popular Korean actor, Kim MinGue, in Bangkok at a fan meeting. And K-pop fans will be delighted to know that the K-pop group, Aespa, is releasing…

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