KOREA GRAND MUSIC AWARDS to stream on LINE VOOM Nov 16-17, featuring popular K-POP artists and exclusive content.

On the afternoon of the 12th, RIIZE departed from Incheon International Airport for an overseas schedule. They completed their first world tour, moving 420,000 fans to tears during the emotional finale, stating 'We can't do it without BRIIZE.' Additionally, all artists participating in 'Kstyle PARTY 2026' will attend, with a farewell event limited to 50 fans.

On the morning of the 12th, aespa's NINGNING attended an event for the outdoor brand 'DISCOVERY EXPEDITION' at NOTBAD COFFEE in Seoul. She was announced as the new ambassador for the brand, and during a live stream, she surprised fans by revealing her weight as '41kg.'

Jian Hao from ZEROBASEONE appears on the cover of V MAGAZINE CHINA, presenting a striking retro aesthetic. The covers highlight his diverse looks and captivating presence, reinforcing his status in both music and fashion. ZEROBASEONE will hold their encore concert '2026 ZEROBASEONE WORLD TOUR 'HERE＆NOW' ENCORE' from October 13-15 in Seoul.

So Jonghwan from TREASURE, Park Gonu from ZEROBASEONE, and Gehun from KickFlip have been announced as the new MCs for M COUNTDOWN. Each expressed their excitement and commitment to bringing energy and enjoyment to the show, with the first episode airing on the 12th in Korea. The production team anticipates their unique chemistry will enhance the program's appeal to K-POP fans worldwide.

J.Y. Park has announced his resignation from JYP Entertainment's representative position, effective after the upcoming shareholders' meeting. He will concentrate on his creative activities as an artist, nurturing junior artists, and engaging in new external projects for the K-POP industry. Park has a rich history in music, producing numerous successful groups and contributing to the growth of K-POP.

On the afternoon of the 9th, WOOYOUNG from ATEEZ threw the first pitch at the WBC match between Korea and Australia at Tokyo Dome. He drew attention by smoothing the mound after pitching. Previously, Wendy from Red Velvet and Johnny from NCT also threw the first pitches at earlier matches, creating buzz around the event.

ATEEZ impresses fans in Australia during their world tour 'IN YOUR FANTASY', performing hits and solo stages in Melbourne and Sydney. They added extra shows due to fan demand, delivering a powerful 3-hour performance and heartfelt messages, before continuing their tour in Asia.

aespa returned to Korea through Incheon International Airport after their concert '2025-26 aespa LIVE TOUR-SYNK: aeXIS LINE in MACAU.' They have been chosen again as advertising models for Lotte Duty-Free and are launching a campaign with KickFlip and Heart2Hearts. Additionally, they released a new collaboration song 'Keychain' with Anderson .Paak today, showcasing their powerful vocals.

Lotte Duty Free has reappointed aespa as their global model, two years after their initial collaboration. This move aims to leverage aespa's strong fanbase in Japan, China, and Southeast Asia to attract foreign tourists. They plan to launch outdoor ads and digital campaigns featuring aespa and other models in key locations, while also releasing marketing content across 17 stores.

RIIZE wraps up its inaugural world tour with a spectacular finale in Seoul, attracting 32000 fans. The concert featured 27 songs, impressive stage designs, and emotional moments as members expressed gratitude to their fans, BRIIZE, for their support. Special appearances and memorable performances marked this significant event.