J-Hope, of South Korea's BTS, finishes military service
J-Hope is the second member of the seven-member group to wrap up the mandatory national service that has put their music careers on hold.
Thu Oct 17 2024
K-pop megastars BTS to release memoir in July
BTS has become a global cultural phenomenon, selling out stadiums and dominating charts around the world while raking in billions for South Korea's economy.
Sat May 13 2023
BTS absence hurting global K-pop growth: HYBE chairman
The boyband are widely considered South Korea's biggest-ever cultural phenomenon, selling out stadiums around the world and dominating the charts.
Thu Mar 16 2023
Dress like BTS: Outfits worn by the K-pop band go under the hammer in January
Have you always dreamed of dressing like RM or Jungkook from BTS? Here's your chance.
Thu Dec 23 2021
BTS 'Dynamite' certified triple platinum in US
"Dynamite" is the septet's first single or album to earn triple platinum.
Tue Nov 02 2021
K-pop has generated 7.5 billion tweets in 1 year
When it comes to social networks, K-pop mania doesn't seem to be slowing down anytime soon.
Tue Aug 10 2021
McDonald's adds K-pop spice to menu with new BTS meal
McDonald's Corp has tapped Korean pop sensation BTS to promote a new meal.
Tue Apr 20 2021
BTS score a first for Korean band on Billboard chart with 'Dynamite'
The band became the first Korean pop act to debut at No. 1 of the Billboard Hot 100 singles charts.
Tue Sep 01 2020
Foo Fighters top Billboard, K-Pop's BTS scores huge U.S. debut
"Concrete and Gold" sold some 127,000 units for the week while BTS debuted in the No.7 spot with its new release.
Tue Sep 26 2017
'Bang' goes the K-pop message for Kim Jong-Un
The recent up-beat K-pop hit "Bang, Bang, Bang" and a mournful ballad about a "death angel," were on the playlist when South Korea restarted propaganda broadcasts into the North on Friday.
Fri Jan 08 2016
K-pop band detained at LA airport as suspected sex workers
The eight-member band, Oh My Girl, were held for 15 hours on Thursday before being released, after which they flew back to South Korea.
Fri Dec 11 2015
What if the girls with the K-Pop boys weren't tudung-clad?
Zan Azlee wonders if all the brouhaha surrounding the K-Pop hugging and kissing on stage would have happened if the girls involved weren't tudung-clad.
Thu Jan 15 2015
Malaysian manhood in danger from prancing poncies?
The re-action to the actions of three tudung-clad Kpop fans show how we have some distance still to cover down the morality highway.
Tue Jan 13 2015
Immediate allocation of RM150 mln for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Minimum wage to increase to RM1,700 effective Feb 1, 2025
The Progressive Wage Policy would be fully enforced next year with an allocation of RM200 million, benefiting 50,000 workers.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Bursa Malaysia ends higher on Budget 2025 optimism
The benchmark index, which opened 1.85 points higher at 1,643.29, moved between 1,641.71 and 1,649.31 throughout the trading session.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Five important aspects relating to people’s lives in Budget 2025 - PM
The focus is on driving the MADANI Economy, speeding reforms, cutting red tape, raising wages, and tackling the cost of living.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Economic outlook: Govt plans to leverage, expand existing city transit system
The expansion aims to provide a more efficient and reliable public transportation network, reduce congestion, and improve accessibility.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Economic outlook: Budget 2025 to lay foundation for a digital-driven economy
The report said Budget 2025 will entail efforts to position Kuala Lumpur as a top 20 global startup hub by 2030 through the KL20 initiative.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Economic outlook: Corruption and lack of accountability hinder economic progress
Special Cabinet Committee on National governance is established to curb corruption, law reforms to modernise outdate regulations, MoF said.
Fri Oct 18 2024
National Wages Consultative Council will be strengthened
The govt will also incentivise hiring women returning from career breaks, offer job matching and improve care services facilities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Economic outlook: Ensuring 11 years of compulsory education for all children
Budget 2025 will continue prioritising upskilling and retraining initiatives to equip workers with the latest skill sets necessary.
Fri Oct 18 2024