IU wins first place on "Show! Music Core" with "Love wins all" on February 17th, beating RIIZE and (G)I-DLE.

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.

On the morning of the 19th, RIIZE departed through Gimpo International Airport for overseas schedules. This article is based on local media coverage, and the photos may vary. Related: RIIZE headed to Japan for the 'Mezamashi Live' appearance, and they were chosen as the official cheer song for the 'SoftBank Winter Cup.'

RIIZE’s “Rise Over,” from their Japanese 3rd single “Sunburst” due out on August 26, 2026, has been selected as the official cheer song for SoftBank Winter Cup 2026. The song will support high school basketball players competing from December 23 to 29, and a promotional video has also been released on YouTube.

To celebrate the release of RIIZE’s Japanese 3rd single, Sunburst, the “Sunburst Train” will run sequentially on six metropolitan rail lines from August 17. The train is decorated with summer-themed Sunburst artwork, and the campaign invites fans to make summer memories.

On the afternoon of the 15th, i-dle’s Miyeon departed through Gimpo International Airport for overseas schedules. She has released her Japanese digital single "RUN AWAY," and said she relieved stress by running around various places in Japan during filming. The music video, filmed in Tokyo, has been released with a summery atmosphere.

Ahead of their comeback, RIIZE released a trailer for their 2nd mini-album 'II', featuring highlights from the song 'SOAR'. They celebrated their 1000th day since debut with a fan party, where they engaged with fans and performed covers. The members expressed gratitude to their fans and previewed their new title track 'Do your dance'. The album is set to release on June 15.

A woman in her 30s was convicted for posting repeated insulting comments about singer IU online. The Seoul Central District Court overturned a previous fine and sentenced her to 4 months in prison with a 1-year suspension, along with 80 hours of community service. The court noted her lack of remorse and the severity of her comments, while considering her health issues and the removal of the posts. IU's agency continues to pursue legal action against online harassment.

RIIZE unveiled a personal trailer for their upcoming album, showcasing Sohee exploring a city guided by an unknown voice. The cinematic trailer highlights her unique charm. Their 2nd mini-album 'II', featuring 6 tracks including 'Do Your Dance', will be released on June 15. Additionally, they will share special content from a summer camp on YouTube starting June 2.

NiziU's long-awaited dome tour 'NiziU Live with U 2026' will culminate in an online concert on June 14, 2026, streamed exclusively on Hulu. Tickets are available for purchase, and a special campaign offers concert tickets to lucky viewers. Don't miss this unique experience!

RIIZE is set to return with their 2nd mini-album 'II', featuring a trailer that highlights Sonchang's stunning visuals and personal growth. The trailer, released on their YouTube channel, shows Sonchang reflecting on his interests. Additionally, he will debut as a solo MC with a new interview series, 'Sonchang's Interview', launching on June 4. The mini-album releases on June 15.