BTS' 'Dynamite' video surpasses 1.6 bln YouTube views
It became the K-pop septet's second music video to surpass 1.6 billion views following "Boy with Luv."
Tue Nov 22 2022
Why did BTS decide to pause group activities at peak of career?
The bandmates frankly shared the difficulties they have experienced so far as part of a top K-pop group.
Wed Jun 15 2022
BTS 'Dynamite' certified triple platinum in US
"Dynamite" is the septet's first single or album to earn triple platinum.
Tue Nov 02 2021
No Psy but BTS play on as Seoul bans fast gym music
The regulations aim at stopping gym-goers from breathing too hard or splashing sweat on others.
Tue Jul 13 2021
K-pop megaband BTS renews Grammy challenge with "Butter"
"Butter" is reportedly the fastest YouTube video ever to hit 10 million views, reached in 13 minutes.
Sat May 22 2021
At least 20 dead, 600 wounded in Equatorial Guinea blasts
A series of explosions at a military barracks in Equatorial Guinea killed at least 20 people and wounded more than 600 others.
Sun Mar 07 2021
K-pop stars BTS named IFPI Global Recording Artist of the Year
IFPI said the award takes account of an act's worldwide performance in digital and physical music formats during the year.
Fri Mar 05 2021
South Korea passes law to allow BTS to postpone military service
South Korea passes a bill to allow globally recognised K-pop artists such as BTS to postpone their mandatory military service to age 30.
Tue Dec 01 2020
BTS 'Dynamite' costumes to light up US music charity auction
The "Dynamite" outfits will be one of the items auctioned on Jan. 29 in Beverly Hills and online to raise funds for MusiCares.
Tue Dec 01 2020
South Korea's BTS snags first ever Grammy nomination for a K-Pop band
BTS has, once again, created history. The group has been nominated for a Grammy Award for their track 'Dynamite' under the'Best Pop Duo/Group Performance'.
Wed Nov 25 2020
K-pop kings BTS win four MTV Europe Music Awards at virtual ceremony
The group's first English-language song, Dynamite logged nearly 34 million U.S. streams and 300,000 sales in its first week.
Mon Nov 09 2020
K-Pop group BTS' label Big Hit Entertainment prices IPO at top of range
Institutional investors had forecast huge demand for the shares, with Big Hit riding on the success of the seven-member band.
Mon Sep 28 2020
K-pop juggernaut BTS talks road to success on South Korea's Youth Day
Members of BTS handed Moon a time capsule for future youth, in a purple box, to be opened in 19 years.
Sat Sep 19 2020
K-pop group BTS revels in a milestone but misses celebrating with fans
2020 is turning out to be a good year for BTS, with the group becoming the first Korean act to debut at No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 singles chart, if only they could celebrate with their fans.
Sat Sep 12 2020
After blowing up Billboard chart, K-pop colossus BTS eyes Grammys 'Dynamite'
Members said the Billboard achievement still didn't "feel real", lamenting being unable to celebrate it with fans as the coronavirus pandemic prompted them to cancel a scheduled world tour.
Wed Sep 02 2020
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024