A charity event for breast cancer awareness featured K-pop stars like aespa, IVE, and MAMAMOO at the Four Seasons Hotel in Seoul.

Girls' Generation's Tiffany made a comeback with her first solo full album, Edge of Calm, released yesterday at 6 p.m. The title track's music video shows peaceful landscapes, Tiffany in a dress, and a mysterious girl played by child actress Choi So-yul.

IVE’s agency, STARSHIP Entertainment, said Yujin felt discomfort in her knee and was examined at a hospital. Doctors advised her to avoid worsening the injury, so she will take part in today’s schedule except for dancing. The agency said it will monitor the members’ health closely and prioritize their safety. At a recent event, Yujin performed while seated or holding a pole, unlike the other members.

i-dle leader and producer Soyeon has confirmed a solo comeback in early September, marking her first solo release in about five years and two months since her 2021 mini album Windy. Known for producing major hits like TOMBOY and Nxde, she has also collaborated internationally and recently debuted her solo song ICE BLUE RABBIT on tour.

IVE’s Rei has been appointed global ambassador for AGE20’S, a Korean makeup brand ranked No. 1 in Korea for 11 straight years. New visuals have been released, and the brand plans brand films, outdoor ads, pop-ups, and other campaigns to expand its skin-first makeup message globally.

On the 18th, aespa members KARINA, WINTER, and NINGNING departed through Gimpo International Airport for promotional activities in Japan. They will feature in Japan's first exclusive variety show 'ShitteLL? aespa' on ABEMA starting August 22, and they recently had a successful first performance at Gocheok Sky Dome, marking the start of their world tour.

Joy from Red Velvet disclosed her enjoyable date with Rei from IVE, where they spent time together doing a body test and reminiscing about their recent visit to a crane game store. Joy expressed her desire to help Rei, who has had limited experiences due to her trainee life, enjoy new adventures. Rei has previously shared her admiration for Joy, stating that watching Red Velvet inspired her to pursue her idol dreams.

Nako Yabuki will perform the theme song "Your Letter – Japanese Ver." for the anime film "En no Tegami," her voice acting debut. The film, produced by Comics Wave Films, will be released on September 25, 2026, with a special screening on September 4. The story follows a girl named Sori who finds a mysterious letter that leads her to new friendships.

aespa will appear in their first Japan-exclusive variety special, “Shittell? aespa,” streaming free on ABEMA on August 22, 2026. The show celebrates their Japanese first mini album, “KISS N TELL,” with talk about the songs and behind-the-scenes stories, plus prank and challenge segments with MC Kazutoyo Koyabu and guest Wada Manjū.

Choi Sun-young, the mother of IZ*ONE’s Lee Chaeyeon and ITZY’s Chaeryeong, revealed on social media that she has been diagnosed with cancer and is recovering after surgery. Her disclosure clarified why Chaeryeong cried at a recent fan meeting when she saw her mother in the audience.

Choi Sun-young, the mother of IZ*ONE’s Lee Chaeyeon and ITZY’s Chaeryeong, revealed on social media that she has been diagnosed with cancer and is recovering after surgery. Her disclosure clarified why Chaeryeong cried at a recent fan meeting when she saw her mother in the audience.