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
G7 seeks unity on ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu
The United States, part of the G7, has rejected the ICC decision, with President Joe Biden describing it as outrageous.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Francissca Peter remembers Tan Sri Ahmad Nawab: A tribute to a musical legend
A legend who has influenced our music for decades, was one of the highlights of my career, says Francissca Peter.
Tue Nov 26 2024
TikTok decision coming soon as Jan. 19 divestment deadline looms
Judges are reviewing TikTok's challenge to a law requiring ByteDance to sell its US assets by Jan. 19 or face a ban.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Lebanese sources: Biden, Macron set to announce Israel-Hezbollah truce
In Washington, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said, "We're close" but "nothing is done until everything is done".
Tue Nov 26 2024
PM meets chaebol tycoon to attract more FDI to Malaysia
Chaebols are prominent figures from South Korea's family-owned conglomerates.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Govt won't allow non-citizen vehicles to enjoy RON95 subsidy - Economy Ministry
The implementation of the RON95 subsidy in 2025 is expected to provide savings of RM3.6 billion to government expenditure.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Ringgit opens lower as greenback gains ground
Dr Mohd Afzanizam says the market responded positively to news of hedge fund manager Scott Bessent heading the US Treasury Department.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Management of low-cost housing, gov't quarters, focus at Dewan Rakyat today
Also among the highlights, UNICEF report on 12.3pct of teenagers in Klang Valley's PPR face mental health issues and suicidal tendencies.
Tue Nov 26 2024
UN Resolution 1701, cornerstone of any Israel-Hezbollah truce
Here are the resolution's main terms, and a note about subsequent violations and tensions.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Record aid worker deaths in 2024 in 'era of impunity', UN says
So far this year there have been 281 aid worker victims, according to the Aid Worker Security database.
Tue Nov 26 2024