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On the afternoon of the 30th, BTS members Jin, Jungkook, RM, and V returned to Korea via Incheon International Airport after their successful North American tour, which attracted approximately 840,000 fans. As anticipation builds for their upcoming Busan concert, President Lee Jae-myung has called for measures to address rising accommodation costs, warning it could harm the city's image.

BTS kicked off their North America tour in Tampa, performing 15 sold-out shows across five cities. The tour generated significant economic impact, with estimates of up to $2 billion in local benefits. Their performances not only showcased their music but also heightened interest in Korean culture, as noted by local media and academic experts. BTS's influence was evident in their interactions with local leaders and communities, further solidifying their global impact.

BTS won the Artist of the Year award at the American Music Awards, held in Las Vegas. This marks their return after military service, and they expressed gratitude to their fans, ARMY, for their support over the years. They also won Best Male K-Pop Artist and Song of the Summer, celebrating their achievements together with fans.

During a Weverse live stream, BTS's RM shared a funny military service episode where he asked juniors to buy snacks, resulting in an outrageous purchase of 660,000 won worth of items, including snail cream. This caused a PX register malfunction, surprising everyone. Jimin humorously questioned the snail cream purchase, while RM explained the chaos that ensued, leading to an apology from the juniors.

BTS's world tour 'ARIRANG' is the largest by a Korean artist, starting in Korea and selling out Tokyo Dome. The tour continues in North America, with a special concert in Busan on June 13, featuring a live viewing experience in cinemas. A new trailer showcases the excitement and fan reactions from the tour's kickoff in Goyang.

BTS is set to co-headline the halftime show at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, a historic first for the event. They will perform alongside Madonna and Shakira, with the show produced by Global Citizen to raise awareness for global issues. BTS expressed their honor in participating and the importance of music in spreading hope and unity.

BTS's V electrified Mexico City with a concert as part of their 'ARIRANG' world tour, engaging fans in Spanish and breaking social media records. His heartfelt message about missing Mexican fans resonated deeply, while the concert's economic impact was estimated at $175 million. The tour spans 34 cities globally, marking a record for a solo artist.

BTS was welcomed by Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum, who praised their music for promoting friendship and peace. Their visit is expected to have significant economic impact, with projections of $107.5 million. BTS is highly popular in Mexico, being the most streamed K-POP artist, and their concert tickets sold out in just 30 minutes.

In a recent appearance on MBC's 'Radio Star', actor Lee Jung-hyuk disclosed his friendship with BTS's V's father, revealing they live in the same neighborhood and enjoy activities like drinking and playing billiards together. He humorously shared that they often go to karaoke, where V's father sings a lot of Cho Yong-pil songs. Lee also mentioned that V's father expressed a desire for his son to emulate their friendship.

Nam Bora, the actress, shared delightful maternity photos on Instagram, expressing her joy about creating memories with her husband and baby. She showcased her growing belly in various outfits, including a wedding dress-inspired concept. Recently married to a businessman, she is preparing for childbirth and has been featured on KBS 2TV's 'The Return of Superman.'