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Yuna Kim shares Dior Beauty photos following denied pregnancy rumors

Former figure skater Yuna Kim shared photos on Instagram applying Dior Addict Lip Glow 024, following recent pregnancy rumors that her agency has denied.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.19

K-movie

Kim Do-yeon shares autumn city photos following Busan International Film Festival appearance

Actress Kim Do-yeon shared photos of herself in a city setting on Instagram and attended the 31st Busan International Film Festival for the film 'Dora'. During the festival, she also received the Face of Asia Award at the Marie Claire Asia Star Awards 2026.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.19

Culture

Voice actress Manaka Iwami announces marriage and first child

Japanese voice actress Manaka Iwami, known for her roles in Oshi no Ko and Umamusume: Pretty Derby, announced on social media that she has married and given birth to her first child.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.19

K-pop

SEVENTEEN's JEONGHAN and JOSHUA to release first unit mini album on 19th

SEVENTEEN members JEONGHAN and JOSHUA will launch their first unit with the release of the mini album 'DREAMSCAPE' on the 19th at 6 p.m.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.19

Culture

Rapper Yang Hong-won sparks debate after mentioning motel in marriage post

Rapper Yang Hong-won has drawn divided responses from netizens after posting a marriage sentiment on social media that included a reference to a motel in Cheonho-dong.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.19

Culture

Han Ji-an to relaunch career with simultaneous Korean and Japanese promotions

Han Ji-an has signed a management contract with Stealth Entertainment and is preparing to promote her song 'Acacia' through various media and nationwide mountain tours. The singer is also expanding into the Japanese market under the name 'HeeJin' following a successful debut on the Oricon Chart.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.19

K-Variety

Cheon Rok-dam takes solo lead on Golden Friday after using roulette

During the "Kings of the Century" special of TV CHOSUN's 'Golden Friday', Cheon Rok-dam secured the solo lead by scoring 100 points and using a roulette spin to displace Yang Ji-eun. The episode, which featured legendary songs from artists like Na Hoon-a and Cho Yong-pil, recorded a 3.4% viewership rating.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.19

K-Variety

Oh Yu-jin and Cheon Rok-dam battle in legendary singers special

The 41st episode of TV CHOSUN's 'Golden Friday' will feature a special competition where TOP10 singers perform legendary hits from icons like Cho Yong-pil, Lee Mi-ja, Na Hoon-a, and Nam Jin.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.19

K-drama

Kim Ji-won stars in medical noir drama Doctor X starting tonight

Kim Ji-won returns after two years to star as a genius surgeon fighting corruption in the medical noir drama 'Doctor X: Era of the White Mafia', which premieres tonight on SBS.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.19

K-drama

Kim Ji-won stars as a defiant surgeon in new SBS medical noir

The SBS Friday-Saturday drama 'Doctor X: Era of the White Mafia' premieres tonight at 9:50 PM, featuring Kim Ji-won as a genius mercenary doctor who challenges corruption.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.19

Culture

EBSi launches support event for 2027 College Entrance Exam examinees

EBS is hosting the "2027 College Entrance Exam University Admission Support Event" on its EBSi website from October 19 to November 18 to assist students in their final preparations.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.19

K-drama

Kim Ji-won's 'Doctor X' premiere becomes top 2026 mini-series opener

The premiere of the SBS Friday-Saturday drama 'Doctor X: Era of the White Mafia' achieved a peak viewership of 12.9%, making it the highest-rated mini-series premiere of 2026. The episode introduced Kim Ji-won as Kye Su-jeong, a "mercenary doctor" who uses her surgical skills to challenge corruption at Guseo University Hospital.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.19

K-pop

MODYSSEY's First EP Sells 352,714 Copies in Week One, Topping Debut Single's 300,000

MODYSSEY's first EP recorded first-week sales of 352,714 copies on the Hanteo Chart, beating the group's own record. Combined first-week sales of its two releases now exceed 650,000.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.19

Culture

Documentaries from about 20 countries, from a Chinese village doctor to Pakistan's energy corridor, mark anti-poverty day

CGTN opened a dedicated webpage on October 17 for the Global South Directors Co-Production Program 2026, which features documentaries from about 20 countries on poverty and shared development.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.19

Culture

Shakira's Madrid Shows Outdrew a Papal Visit and F1 for Tourism Demand as Tour Tops $500,000,000

Shakira finished a 13-show Madrid residency before more than 700,000 fans, with tourism demand reportedly above the Pope Leo XIV visit and F1. Her world tour has passed 4 million tickets and $534 million in ticket revenue.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.19

K-pop

RIIZE, Fresh Off a Fourth Million-Seller, Goes Acoustic With Single 'Insomnia'

RIIZE returns on October 26 with the single "Insomnia", an acoustic pop track built around its six members' vocals with lyrics by Kim Eana. It follows the group's fourth career million-seller, "Do your dance".

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.19

K-pop

ATEEZ Follow Third Billboard 200 No. 1 With November Comeback and 'Drip' Teaser Images

ATEEZ will release their 15th mini album, GOLDEN HOUR : Part.6, on November 13, after their previous album gave them a third Billboard 200 No. 1. KQ Entertainment has posted spoiler images for the pre-release track 'Drip'.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.19

K-pop

IVE Co-Writes Its "Girl Hero" Anthem "Looks Can Kill," Out Ahead of the Album on the 19th

IVE will pre-release the title track of its mini album "Looks Can Kill" on the 19th, with member REI among the lyricists. The album follows on the 26th, introducing a "girl hero" identity.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.19

K-pop

ILLIT's Full-Group Comeback With 'BREAK EVEN' in Doubt After IROHA Sprains Ankle

ILLIT's IROHA sprained an ankle during rehearsal for the group's encore concert in Incheon, making a full-group stage at the 26th comeback with 'BREAK EVEN' less likely while MOKA remains on hiatus. BELIFT LAB said no comeback schedule change has been made so far.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.19

K-drama

Lee Da-hae Joins Dandan's Singles' Day Stream With 500 Staff and Five Electric Cars as Prizes

Actor Lee Da-hae, who is expecting her first child in November, appeared in Hangzhou on Chinese influencer Dandan's Singles' Day live broadcast. The show reportedly sold about 100 million yuan, roughly 20 billion won, in two hours.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.18

Culture

Actor Jin Jae-young, Married to Pro Golfer Jin Jeong-sik Since 2010, Marks Anniversary in Hong Kong

Actor Jin Jae-young marked her wedding anniversary in Hong Kong and shared a message of affection for her husband on social media. She has been married to pro golfer Jin Jeong-sik since 2010.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.18

K-pop

NEXZ Stack Human Towers and Step Into a Boxing Ring at Seoul Opener of First Asia Tour

NEXZ opened their first Asia tour at Olympic Hall in Seoul with 28 songs, performed by the seven members without dancers, mixing acrobatics, solo stages and a fan-chant encore.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.18

K-drama

Go Youn-jung to Present at 2026 Korea Grand Music Awards as Pre-Debut Pub Poster Resurfaces

A 2016 university pub poster featuring actor Go Youn-jung, taken before her debut, spread online on the 18th. She is due to present at the 2026 Korea Grand Music Awards next month.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.18

Culture

Phu Quoc Resort Opens 465 Rooms to a 24-Hour Stay, From Breakfast to Late-Night Bites

WorldHotels Long Beach Resort Phu Quoc has launched an Ultra All-Inclusive programme that runs from sunrise to late night, bundling dining, relaxation and activities for a 24-hour stay.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.18