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STARSHIP Entertainment issued a statement after the Supreme Court dismissed A's appeal related to defamation charges. They emphasized their commitment to protecting their artists' rights and announced plans for strong legal action against false information and cyberbullying, ensuring ongoing monitoring to prevent similar incidents.

BTS has received new streaming certifications in Japan for their songs 'Yet To Come' and 'Love Maze', with over 100 million and 50 million streams respectively. This reflects the anticipation of fans ahead of their upcoming full group comeback with the album 'ARIRANG' on March 20. The group is also set to embark on a massive world tour, with all North America and Europe shows sold out.

J-HOPE of BTS shares updates on Instagram ahead of their comeback, featuring diverse photos from practice sessions. Fans are particularly excited about V and Jungkook's playful moment together. J-HOPE also shows off his toned physique, signaling the start of the comeback countdown. BTS will kick off a world tour on April 9, covering 34 cities with 82 performances.

The Supreme Court rejected YouTuber A's appeal regarding violations of communication laws. A was sentenced to 2 years in prison (suspended for 3 years) and fined for posting false videos of celebrities like IVE's Wonyoung and BTS's V and Jungkook, earning approximately 2.5 billion won. Wonyoung and her agency are also pursuing damages.

President Claudia Sheinbaum of Mexico has requested more BTS concerts after many fans were unable to purchase tickets for their May shows. She highlighted that over 100,000 fans wanted tickets, while only 150,000 were sold. She hopes for a positive response from South Korea and emphasizes the need for more opportunities for youth to engage with the globally popular group.

Kstyle and IDOLCHAMP launch the 'Strongest Visual Ranking' with voting starting Jan 26. Fans can vote for K-POP idols in TEENS, 20s, and 30s+ categories. The winner will be announced around Feb 10. Voting requires 'Ruby CHAMSIM' from the IDOLCHAMP app, which can be earned or purchased.

BTS's V recently shared a video of himself caring for plants at home while preparing for their upcoming album. He humorously expressed the challenges of being a beginner in plant care, accompanied by a fitting soundtrack. Fans reacted positively, praising his cuteness and the music choice. BTS will release their 5th full album 'ARIRANG' on March 20, featuring 14 tracks that explore universal emotions like identity and love.

BTS's 5th full album, ARIRANG, has achieved over 4 million pre-orders within just one week of its announcement, surpassing the previous record set by MAP OF THE SOUL: 7. With two months until its release, interest is high, as membership on Weverse tripled and Spotify pre-saves surged. ARIRANG is set to release on March 20, showcasing universal emotions.

BTS members V and Jungkook won part of their appeal in a lawsuit against a YouTuber who spread false information about them, receiving additional damages. The court ordered the YouTuber to pay a total of 86 million won. This follows a previous ruling where they were awarded damages for defamation and disruption of business.

BTS's world tour 'ARIRANG' begins in Goyang, Korea, with all tickets sold out for three shows. The tour spans 34 cities and 81 performances, setting a record for K-POP artists. Global interest is high, with media coverage highlighting its historic significance. BTS's new album 'ARIRANG' releases on March 20, featuring 14 tracks.