K-pop stars BTS say they don’t view Taylor Swift, Harry Styles and Bruno Mars as rivals
Suga, 33, admitted he used to be “way too competitive” with other artistes, but said the band members…
Surprising countries coming to our rescue as Australia imports diesel from up to 29,000 kilometres away amid fuel crisis
Australia has resorted to importing diesel from all around the globe to meet our needs, with shipments scheduled…
Brutalist Korea shows “nu-bru” buildings from Seoul to Jeju Island
New book Brutalist Korea showcases designs ranging from a blocky kindergarten to a building designed to “conjure the…
Visuals of Centre Pompidou Hanwha revealed ahead of opening
French architecture studio Wilmotte & Associés has released visuals of the Centre Pompidou Hanwha in Seoul, South Korea,…
Can Japan regain shipbuilding might with US$6.3 billion funding plan?
Japan is forging ahead with an investment plan that could see as much as 1 trillion yen (US$6.3…
Former Enhypen member Heeseung rebrands as Evan, aims to share sound ‘shaped entirely by his own unique colour’
Weeks after announcing that he would be leaving K-pop boy group Enhypen, South Korean singer Heeseung, 24, has…
Cha Eun-woo says he has paid taxes following 20 billion won tax controversy, issues apology
The 29-year-old apologised, writing: “I sincerely apologise to fans and many others for the disappointment and confusion caused…
Iran oil shock stirs memories of 1997 Asian Financial Crisis — but here’s why history may not repeat itself
A month into the worst oil supply disruption since the 1970s Arab embargo, the economic pain spreading across…
Twice’s Chaeyoung will miss rest of US tour, reveals she twisted her back while lifting suitcase
In her text messages, Chaeyoung revealed that on the day that she was supposed to leave South Korea…
How long Australia’s fuel will last: Energy minister Chris Bowen drops major update as timeline suddenly shifts
Australia has locked in another month’s worth of fuel, as consumers and motorists brace for higher prices at…
Ranking the 48 teams at the 2026 World Cup
The qualifiers are done, the play-offs have all been played. Hearts have been broken, but finally we know…
BTS drops teaser for 2.0 music video inspired by Oldboy
It opens to a rowdy group gathered outside a lift. When the lift reaches the second floor, the…