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[Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games] Day 14 MBC Broadcast: Archery Individual, Men's Football Korea vs. Japan Final at 7:20 PM

MBC will broadcast the final medal races of the 14th day of the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, featuring golf, archery, taekwondo, wrestling, judo, and the highly anticipated men's football final between South Korea and Japan.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.03

K-pop

BTS South America Tour Expected to Generate 51.7 Billion Won in Bogotá and 72 Billion Won in Chile

The group BTS is expanding its world tour to South America, following North America and Europe, which is expected to significantly impact local economies. The tour will visit five cities, including Bogotá, Santiago, Buenos Aires, Lima, and São Paulo, driving consumption in accommodation, transportation, food, and tourism.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.03

K-pop

On-yu and ZICO release ‘Tic Tac Toe’ challenge... Duet version video becomes a hot topic

On-yu released a duet version challenge video for the second title track ‘Tic Tac Toe’ from his single album ‘Misconception’ via official SNS. The video features On-yu and ZICO performing together, showcasing their natural chemistry.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.03

K-pop

Hong Yoo-kyung reveals maternity photos ahead of childbirth

Former Apink member Hong Yoo-kyung shared maternity photoshoot behind-the-scenes photos on her Instagram.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.03

K-pop

BTS Jin Sweeps 1st to 5th Place in Esquire Wellness October Issue Cover Sales

BTS Jin's five cover versions for the October issue of Esquire Wellness magazine have occupied the top spots in sales rankings. Jin, a global ambassador for the American wellness and activewear brand ALO, featured in the pictorial wearing ALO clothing.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.03

K-movie

CGK Urges Refrain from Attacks on Creators of Film ‘The Assassin(s)’

The CGK expressed concern that actors and staff of Hur Jin-ho's film 'The Assassin(s)' are being hurt by external conflicts, following political and social controversies surrounding the work.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.03

K-pop

Stray Kids' Bang Chan to receive Idolpick support to celebrate his birthday

Stray Kids' Bang Chan has become the protagonist of an Idolpick anniversary event after receiving 40,475 picks in the October anniversary vote. As part of the support, celebratory pop-ups, online articles, and a large outdoor billboard video at Seodaemun Station in Seoul will be featured.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.03

Culture

Hong Seok-cheon helps sanitation worker cleaning up trash on a road near Gongdeok Station

A video captured by a vehicle's black box shows entertainer Hong Seok-cheon assisting a sanitation worker in cleaning up trash that fell from a truck near Gongdeok Station in Mapo-gu, Seoul.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.02

Culture

Han Ye-seul reveals recent photos on SNS... Agency says "pregnancy rumors are groundless"

Actress Han Ye-seul shared recent photos on her social media, and her agency has officially denied rumors regarding her pregnancy.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.02

K-movie

Cha Seung-won, Ra Mi-ran, Park Hyung-sik, etc., to appear in the movie ‘Family Force’… Directed by Won Shin-yun

Cha Seung-won, Ra Mi-ran, Park Hyung-sik, Baek Yoon-sik, and Zhang Lu will star in the movie ‘Family Force’, directed by Won Shin-yun. The film, which began filming last September, follows a family of Marines caught in an unexpected terrorist incident.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.02

Culture

KBS Mountain Video Album to Visit Mungyeong's Huiyangsan on October 4, a 7km 4-hour Course

Vocalist An Se-gwon tackles the rugged terrain of Huiyangsan in Mungyeong, climbing vertical rock faces using ropes to reach the summit. The episode follows a 7km course through historical sites and rocky ridges, showcasing the mountain's unique granite peaks.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.02

K-pop

SBS Inkigayo Live in Tokyo attracts 60,000 spectators over two days at Saitama Belluna Dome

SBS's global concert brand 'Inkigayo Live in Tokyo' successfully concluded its two-day event at the Belluna Dome in Saitama Prefecture, Japan, on September 22 and 23, drawing approximately 60,000 fans. The festival featured top artists from Korea and Japan, including special collaboration stages such as IVE's REI and 幾田りら.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.02

Culture

[Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games] SBS Asian Games videos surpass 75 million cumulative views on YouTube... North Korea vs. Japan match reaches 5.09 million

SBS's Asian Games video content has achieved massive success online, surpassing 75 million cumulative views on YouTube. Popular clips include the North Korea vs. Japan men's football match, which reached 5.09 million views in just five days.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.02

Culture

Kim Hye-ja's Regards – Don't Die: SBS Documentary to Air on October 4 at 11:05 PM

The SBS special documentary "Kim Hye-ja's Regards – Don't Die" will air on October 4, chronicling the 65-year acting career and long-standing humanitarian journey of actress Kim Hye-ja. Narrated by Lee Byung-hun, the film features insights from prominent figures like Bong Joon Ho and Han Ji-min regarding the actress's life and her work with World Vision.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.02

K-Variety

Our Ballad 2 to Premiere on October 5... Applicants with Average Age of 17.9 Increase Threefold

SBS's massive audition project "Our Ballad 2" is set to premiere on October 5, featuring a new cast of judges and contestants with an average age of 17.9 years. The second season aims to revitalize the ballad craze with a diverse playlist spanning 40 years of music.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.02

K-Variety

The identity of the thieves raiding a Seoul chicken shop every night is two weasels

A chicken shop in Seoul is being raided every night by unidentified intruders, leaving behind chicken bones and waste. The investigation reveals that two wild weasels have been working together as a team to steal food from the shop.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.02

K-Variety

KBS In-Depth 60 Minutes tracks elderly romance scams, preventing a 70-year-old from transferring 25 million won

KBS 1TV's "In-Depth 60 Minutes" investigates romance scams targeting lonely elderly individuals, who are being deceived by international criminal organizations through social media. The program explores the methods used by scammers and the underlying issue of loneliness in old age.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.02

K-Variety

KBS Korean Language Contest, 8 Elementary Students Challenge for 'Children's Hangeul Champion' to Celebrate 100th Anniversary of Hangul Day

To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the establishment of Hangul Day, the KBS 1TV show "Korean Language Contest" is holding a special "Children's Hangeul Champion Contest" featuring eight finalists. The competition will determine a winner who will receive the Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Award and a prize of 3 million won.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.02

Culture

KBS Issues with the Teacher: The Prolonged Iran War, the Shaking ROK-US Alliance, and Prospects for North Korea-US Dialogue

Professor Park Won-gon of Ewha Womans University analyzes how the prolonged war between the United States and Iran is impacting the Korean Peninsula's security and the strategic dilemma of allies.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.02

Culture

Brazil Presidential Election Tightens, 28% of Voters Cite Public Safety as Top Priority

The upcoming Brazilian presidential election features a close race between Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro, with public safety emerging as a primary issue. Meanwhile, the program also investigates the surging methamphetamine crisis in Pakistan.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.02

K-movie

MovieBloc to Host Online Director Retrospective Featuring 6 Short Films by Director Kim Kyung-rok

MovieBloc is hosting an online director retrospective titled "A Chuckle, Kim Kyung-rok," featuring six short films by director Kim Kyung-rok in collaboration with the short film distributor Sending You. The retrospective will run from October 1 to October 14, 2026, showcasing a diverse range of themes from clock fantasies to the daily lives of students.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.02

Culture

Yeoju Hyanggyo Moonlight Music Concert on October 9, Featuring '世宗李祹歌' Performance and Experiences

Yeoju City will host the '2026 Yeoju Hyanggyo Moonlight Music Concert' at Yeoju Hyanggyo on October 9 at 7:00 PM to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the establishment of Hangul Day. The event will feature the 'Hangeul Character Art Contest on Scholars' Virtues' exhibition and the creative pansori concert '世宗李祹歌' which tells the story of King Sejong.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.02

Culture

YG to hold ‘Project Your Side’ in Gunsan… Pop-up to run until the 5th

YG Entertainment is hosting a pop-up event called ‘Project Your Side’ in Gunsan, Jeonbuk, from the 2nd to the 5th to bridge the gap in cultural accessibility. The event features YG artist albums, merchandise, and stage outfits worn by BabyMonster and TREASURE.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.02

Culture

Choi Yeon-cheong reveals ballet and Pilates workout photos... oversplit and handstand poses

Actress Choi Yeon-cheong shared several photos of herself practicing ballet and Pilates on her social media on the 2nd.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.02