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EBS '2026 Hello Rookie' Final 12 Teams Confirmed... Final Battle on September 30

EBS has finalized the 12 teams moving to the finals of its rookie musician discovery project, '2026 Hello Rookie,' following the conclusion of the last preliminary round.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

K-pop

Show! Music Core Selects New MCs Sungho and Sangwon… First Broadcast on September 5

MBC's 'Show! Music Core' has appointed BOYNEXTDOOR's Sungho and ALPHA DRIVE ONE's Sangwon as its new MCs, with their first broadcast scheduled for September 5.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

Culture

MBC 'PD Note' Conducts In-depth Investigation into the Current State of Police Investigations Ahead of Independent Investigative Authority

MBC's 'PD Note' will air a special report on September 1st investigating the current state of police investigations, focusing on issues of negligence, corruption, and the need for external oversight as the police prepare to take full investigative authority.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

K-Variety

SBS 'I Will Do Anything for You - The Secretary' Sees 2049 Ratings Surge More Than Twice Since New Season Premiere

The new season of the SBS variety show 'I Will Do Anything for You - The Secretary' achieved a successful start, with its 2049 target ratings more than doubling compared to the previous season's finale. The first episode featured singer BIBI, who showcased her professional philosophy and impressive performance during her Waterbomb Festival schedule.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

K-Variety

Running Man: Kim Won-hun and Ji Suk-jin's Rivalry Explodes... 'Do It or Not' Race Revealed

SBS's Running Man will air a new race titled 'Do It or Not' on the 30th, featuring unpredictable missions and a humorous rivalry between Kim Won-hun and Ji Suk-jin.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

K-Variety

TV Animal Farm, Rescue Operation for Stray Cat with Neck Stuck in Glass Bottle… Airing Sunday at 9:30 AM

A stray cat in a Busan apartment complex is in critical condition after a broken glass bottle became stuck around its neck. The TV Animal Farm production team will attempt a specialized rescue operation to save the highly wary feline.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

K-Variety

My Little Old Boy: Kim Jun-ho and Kim Ji-min's Pregnancy Success Story Revealed... Airing on the 30th

SBS's "My Little Old Boy" will air on the 30th, featuring the journey of Kim Jun-ho and Kim Ji-min as they successfully conceive through IVF. The episode will cover everything from the first embryo transfer to the moment they confirmed the pregnancy.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

K-Variety

'Love Against Time' Kim Seon-ho and Seo Ro-bin Date, Jeong Yea-ji's Reaction... Broadcast on the Night of the 31st

The 5th episode of SBS's 'Love Against Time' will air on the 31st, featuring an unexpected date between Kim Seon-ho and Seo Ro-bin that creates a new atmosphere, while Jeong Yea-ji senses the tension upon their return.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

K-Variety

SBS 'TV Animal Farm', the hidden story of Dal-i the pet dog who avoided his 87-year-old grandmother... hits 5.0% peak rating

The SBS show 'TV Animal Farm' revealed the touching story of Dal-i, a 10-year-old dog who had been avoiding his elderly owner due to severe physical pain. It was discovered that Dal-i suffered from elbow dislocation, and following a successful surgery, there is hope for his recovery and reunion with his grandmother.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

K-Variety

'Whenever,' Yoo Jae Suk and Hyun Bin Reveal Exercise Connection... Broadcast on September 1

Actors Hyun Bin and Woo Do-hwan will appear as guests on the SBS variety show 'Whenever,' where Yoo Jae Suk reveals his past connection with Hyun Bin through working out together.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

K-Variety

From 60-Year-Old Noodles in Ganghwado to Pelvic Exercises for Smooth Bowel Movements, SBS Master of Living Airs on the 31st at 9 PM

SBS's "Master of Living" will feature various experts on August 31, including a 60-year-old noodle shop in Ganghwado, a constipation-relieving pelvic exercise method, and a master of shirt cutting with 50 years of experience.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

K-Variety

SBS 'Love Against Time' Jeong Yea-ji's Tears, Hinting at a Twist in the Room of Time... 31st at 10:10 PM

The 5th episode of SBS's 'Love Against Time' will air on the 31st, featuring bold moves from the participants ahead of their final choices and a shocking twist in the newly introduced 'Room of Time.'

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

K-Variety

Whenever, Woo Do-hwan Proves Local Roots in Anyang… Is the Secret to His Abs 'Belly Slapping'?

Actor Woo Do-hwan will appear on SBS's 'Whenever,' sharing memories of his hometown, Anyang, and revealing his unique method for developing abdominal muscles.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

K-Variety

SBS 'I Will Do Anything for You - The Secretary' Ranks No. 1 in Netflix Variety Shows from First Broadcast... Digital Clips Surpass 7 Million Views

The new season of SBS's 'I Will Do Anything for You - The Secretary' achieved massive success across TV, OTT, and digital platforms immediately upon its premiere, ranking first in Netflix's variety category and surpassing 7 million digital clip views.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

Culture

PMI Conducts 2026 Trend Perception Survey: 20s via SNS, 50s via TV

A survey by research firm PMI reveals that different age groups discover trends through different channels, with 20-somethings primarily using YouTube and SNS, while those in their 50s rely on TV and portals.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

Culture

Baritone Ahn Dae-hyun to Perform Complete Schubert Song Cycle at Seoul Arts Center on September 17

Baritone Ahn Dae-hyun will hold the fourth 'Liederabend Series' at the Seoul Arts Center Recital Hall on September 17 at 7:30 PM. The performance will feature the complete Schubert song cycle 'Die schöne Müllerin, D.795', accompanied by pianist Kim Eun-jin.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

Culture

Free performances by emerging artists to be held for two days starting September 19 at Olympic Park's 88 Lake Waterfront Stage

Korea Sports Promotion Foundation will host the 'KB Joy Olpark Festival 2026' at Olympic Park from September 19 to 20, featuring major artists like Zico and Epik High, alongside free performances by emerging artists.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

Culture

Hyundai Culture to Host Creative Chamber Music 'Yesterday's Folk Song, Today's Portrait' on September 6

Hyundai Culture and Piano On will present 'Reborn Folk: Heritage & Creation' on September 6 at the Dream Forest Art Center, featuring contemporary reinterpretations of traditional Korean folk songs.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

K-Variety

Gold Friday: Chungiul hits 100 points but gets 'Bust' on 'Roulette of Fate'... Nam Seung-min earns Golden Star after 6 weeks

TV CHOSUN's 'Gold Friday' ranked first among daily general programming and cable shows with a 3.5% viewership rating. In this episode, Chungiul achieved a perfect score of 100, while Nam Seung-min finally secured a Golden Star after a six-week hiatus.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

K-Variety

Gold-Blooming Friday: Cheon Rok-dam and Chun-gil's Awkward Relationship and Oh Yu-jin's 'Yeonan Budu'... Broadcast on the 28th

The 36th episode of TV CHOSUN's 'Gold-Blooming Friday' will feature legendary singer Min Hae-kyung as a Golden Star and a legendary singer as a Super Maggie, featuring performances by Cheon Rok-dam, Chun-gil, and Oh Yu-jin.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

K-pop

Oneus Hwanwoong and Si-on Participate in EBS 'Literature in Textbooks Told by Idols'... To Be Released on September 2

Oneus members Hwanwoong and Si-on will participate in the audio learning content 'Literature in Textbooks Told by Idols,' a collaboration between the Ministry of Education and EBS. The project features K-pop artists reading major literary works from high school textbooks to help students engage with literature.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

K-Variety

Even Sold Gold Rings… EBS 'Architecture Exploration: House' Reveals European-style Mansion and 50-Year-Old Samcheong-dong House

EBS's 'Architecture Exploration: House' will feature two unique homes on September 1, 2026, including a European-style house in Gwangju built by a couple who sold gold and stocks, and a renovated 50-year-old house in Samcheong-dong.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

Culture

Little Bus Tayo, 'Dispatch! Tayo and the Fire Rescue Team' to Premiere on September 2

The popular Korean animation 'Little Bus Tayo' is returning with a new series titled 'Dispatch! Tayo and the Fire Rescue Team,' which will begin airing on EBS 1TV on September 2, 2026. The series follows Tayo as an honorary rescue member solving incidents in Seoul City while facing a new villain.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31

K-Variety

Documentary Three Days, Actor Yoon Ju-sang Returns for Narration... 72 Hours at Sokcho Tourist and Fishery Market

KBS 2TV's 'Documentary Three Days' will air an episode featuring the daily lives of merchants at the Sokcho Tourist and Fishery Market on August 31. Actor Yoon Ju-sang will provide the narration for this episode, which captures the intense and heartwarming stories of the market's inhabitants.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.08.31