The 76th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen features Korean artists aespa, ILLIT, and &TEAM, reflecting on past Korean participants.

On May 29, &TEAM members FUMA, K, NICHOLAS, and JO participated in the B.LEAGUE AWARD SHOW 2025-26, celebrating the league's 10th anniversary. They presented awards to top players and engaged in a special talk show with the champions, Nagasaki Velca, showcasing their basketball knowledge and respect for the athletes.

aespa has released the music video for their title track 'LEMONADE' from their 2nd full album. The video features a vibrant mood and captures the members' unique charm. The song combines a trendy electronic sound with a positive message about turning challenges into opportunities, promising to captivate global listeners with its refreshing summer vibe and diverse musical styles.

Moka, a member of ILLIT, returns to the stage after a health-related hiatus, fulfilling a promise to fans. She will join the final week of performances on KBS 2TV's 'Music Bank'. Her return follows medical approval for limited activities, although some schedules may remain flexible. Moka's strong desire to meet fans before the end of the 4th mini-album activities played a key role in her comeback.

aespa mentioned their collaboration with G-DRAGON during a press conference for their 2nd full album 'LEMONADE'. The track 'WDA' features a hip-hop base and showcases aespa's growth. KARINA revealed they envisioned G-DRAGON for the feature, enhancing the song's appeal with his unique style.

On the afternoon of the 28th, aespa held a press conference at the Sofitel Ambassador Seoul Hotel to celebrate the release of their 2nd full album 'LEMONADE.' The title track is an electronic dance song with a strong, trendy synth bass sound. The album features collaborations with artists like G-DRAGON and Becky G, and a highlight medley video was also released.

&TEAM's 3rd EP 'We on Fire' debuted at 52nd on the Billboard 200, their first entry on the chart. It also reached 2nd on 'Top Album Sales' and 'World Albums'. The EP sold over 1.09 million copies on its release day, continuing their success after previous hits. They are currently on their second major Asia tour, 'BLAZE THE WAY'.

KARINA from aespa displays her captivating visuals in a recent cover shoot for W KOREA, celebrating the Seoul Jazz Festival 2026. As a Chanel Beauty ambassador, she radiates summer vibes with her fresh look and natural beauty. The magazine features her in a pure, artistic style, highlighting her clear skin and vibrant makeup. The photos and behind-the-scenes content are available on official SNS channels. aespa is also gearing up for their comeback with the release of their 2nd full album 'LEMONADE' on the 29th, featuring the pre-released track 'WDA' with G-DRAGON.

On the morning of the 26th, a photo wall event for Chanel's 2026 workshop collection show was held in Yeouido, Seoul. Attendees included celebrities like Chanmina, BLACKPINK's Jennie, and many others, showcasing the brand's latest collection and celebrating fashion in the vibrant city.

On June 17, Orange Page celebrates its 41st anniversary with a special issue featuring a cooking lesson by &TEAM members TAKI and JO, who learn to make 'Japchae' from chef Kō Kentetsu. The issue includes four pages of the lesson and is available for pre-order at bookstores and online. Release dates are July 2 and 3, 2026.

aespa has unveiled a highlight medley for their upcoming 2nd full album 'LEMONADE', featuring various tracks that showcase their mature sound. The medley includes the title track 'LEMONADE', the pre-released song 'WDA', and others, highlighting their diverse genres and vocal appeal. The album, consisting of 11 tracks, will be released on May 29 at 1 PM.