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On the afternoon of the 31st, Doyoung from NCT sang the national anthem at the KBO League game between LG Twins and Hanwha Eagles. Following the announcement of his military enlistment with Jungwoo on December 8, Doyoung donated approximately 10 million yen to support school construction in Uganda the day after the enlistment news.

On the afternoon of the 31st, the 'Holiday Experience' photo call event by Ralph Lauren took place in Seongdong-gu, Seoul, attended by K-pop stars including NCT's Mark, aespa's WINTER, ENHYPEN's Jay, and f(x)'s Krystal. WINTER showcased her charming horseback riding look during the event and shared her thoughts on her activities in an interview.

NCT's Doyoung announced his military enlistment and donated 100 million won to improve educational environments for children. This donation aims to provide safer and more comfortable learning spaces for about 1,000 children in Uganda, reflecting Doyoung's gratitude to fans after his concert tour.

NCT's Jungwoo is set to host his first solo fan meeting, 'Golden Sugar Time,' on November 28 at the Seoul Olympic Park. The event will feature two sessions and aims to provide fans with a sweet and heartfelt experience before his enlistment on December 8. Tickets will be available through MelOn starting November 4 for fan club members and November 5 for the general public. Additionally, Jungwoo will perform in the musical concert 'This is PESTE' from October 31 to November 2, showcasing his talents in a new role.

NCT members Doyoung and Jungwoo are set to enlist in the army on December 8, with Doyoung joining as an active soldier and Jungwoo in the military band. SM Entertainment requests fans to refrain from attending the enlistment for safety reasons and encourages continued support for their return.

NCT's Johnny was set to attend a brand opening event in Bangkok but had to cancel due to the mourning period following Queen Sirikit's death. The Queen passed away on October 24 at the age of 93, leading the Thai government to declare a national mourning period. Johnny is scheduled to appear in a new SBS variety show starting November 29.

Tail, formerly of NCT, was sentenced to 3.5 years for sexual violence but appealed the ruling, claiming no premeditation. The prosecution sought a 7-year sentence, arguing the crime's severity warranted harsher punishment. Tail expressed remorse, acknowledging his guilt and the victim's suffering.

Yuta from NCT has unveiled his first full album "PERSONA" today, featuring the title track "EMBER" with a powerful music video on YouTube. The album includes various rock tracks like "New World" and "Get Out Of My Mind," showcasing themes of resilience and self-discovery. Yuta will also embark on his first solo concert tour on October 31, 2025.

Biodance, a global beauty brand from Korea, is launching a pop-up store at @cosme TOKYO from November 5 to 11. The store will showcase 14 products, including the popular hydrogel mask and collagen serum. Visitors can enjoy events and exclusive gifts based on purchase amounts.

SBS funE's music program 'THE SHOW' will conclude its current season on November 11, 2023, after 14 years of airing since its debut in 2011. While the end of the season is confirmed, the future of the program remains uncertain as they are currently verifying reports about its cancellation. The show features MCs Hyunjoong from CRAVITY, Xiaojun from NCT, and Sevi from izna, and airs every Tuesday at 6 PM in Korea.