Rosé Makes K-Pop History with "Apt." No. 1 Debut on Pop Airplay
Rosé's "Apt." song featuring Bruno Mars debuted at number one on the US Pop Airplay chart, making her the first K-pop artist to top this chart, surpassing BTS's previous record of number five with "Dynamite" in 2020 and marking Bruno Mars' eleventh number-one hit on the chart.
Rosé Makes K-Pop History with "Apt." No. 1 Debut on Pop Airplay
Rosé's "Apt." song featuring Bruno Mars debuted at number one on the US Pop Airplay chart, making her the first K-pop artist to top this chart, surpassing BTS's previous record of number five with "Dynamite" in 2020 and marking Bruno Mars' eleventh number-one hit on the chart.
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44% Bias Score
South Korean Wreath and Light Stick Protests Reflect Deep Political Divide
Amid South Korea's impeachment crisis, citizens use flower wreaths and K-pop light sticks as protest tools, with thousands of wreaths sent to government buildings since December, reflecting the nation's deep political polarization and the mobilization of younger generations.
South Korean Wreath and Light Stick Protests Reflect Deep Political Divide
Amid South Korea's impeachment crisis, citizens use flower wreaths and K-pop light sticks as protest tools, with thousands of wreaths sent to government buildings since December, reflecting the nation's deep political polarization and the mobilization of younger generations.
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40% Bias Score
Rosé's "Apt." Ties K-pop Solo Record on Billboard's Adult Pop Airplay Chart
Rosé's single "Apt." makes history by reaching No. 19 on Billboard's Adult Pop Airplay chart, tying the record set by Jung Kook, becoming only the second K-pop soloist to ever chart there; the song also climbs on other radio charts.
Rosé's "Apt." Ties K-pop Solo Record on Billboard's Adult Pop Airplay Chart
Rosé's single "Apt." makes history by reaching No. 19 on Billboard's Adult Pop Airplay chart, tying the record set by Jung Kook, becoming only the second K-pop soloist to ever chart there; the song also climbs on other radio charts.
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32% Bias Score
Stray Kids' "Hop" Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard 200
Stray Kids' mixtape "Hop" debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, while the lead single, "Walkin' on Water," reached No. 5 on the Digital Song Sales chart, marking their third top 10 entry and continued U.S. success.
Stray Kids' "Hop" Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard 200
Stray Kids' mixtape "Hop" debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, while the lead single, "Walkin' on Water," reached No. 5 on the Digital Song Sales chart, marking their third top 10 entry and continued U.S. success.
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44% Bias Score
Mariah Carey's Holiday Reign Continues; Stray Kids Break Record
Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You" leads the Billboard Hot 100 for a record-approaching 17th week, while Stray Kids' "HOP" debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, setting a new record for consecutive No. 1 debuts; two newer holiday songs by Ariana Grande and Kelly Clarkson also enter the...
Mariah Carey's Holiday Reign Continues; Stray Kids Break Record
Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You" leads the Billboard Hot 100 for a record-approaching 17th week, while Stray Kids' "HOP" debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, setting a new record for consecutive No. 1 debuts; two newer holiday songs by Ariana Grande and Kelly Clarkson also enter the...
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40% Bias Score
South Korean President Survives Impeachment Amidst Unprecedented Protests
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's imposition of martial law sparked massive, peaceful protests demanding his impeachment, which he survived but remains politically weakened as his party seeks his resignation.
South Korean President Survives Impeachment Amidst Unprecedented Protests
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's imposition of martial law sparked massive, peaceful protests demanding his impeachment, which he survived but remains politically weakened as his party seeks his resignation.
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52% Bias Score
South Korean Wreath and Light Stick Protests Amid Yoon Impeachment
South Koreans are using flower wreaths and K-pop light sticks to protest President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment following his December martial law declaration; thousands of wreaths, many with strong messages, have been sent to government buildings, reflecting deep political divisions and gaining sign...
South Korean Wreath and Light Stick Protests Amid Yoon Impeachment
South Koreans are using flower wreaths and K-pop light sticks to protest President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment following his December martial law declaration; thousands of wreaths, many with strong messages, have been sent to government buildings, reflecting deep political divisions and gaining sign...
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48% Bias Score
Rosé's "Apt." Hits No. 1 on Billboard Digital Song Sales Chart
Rosé's single "Apt." featuring Bruno Mars reached #1 on the Billboard Digital Song Sales chart, selling nearly 6,500 copies, making her only the third solo female K-pop artist to achieve this, after Youjeen and IU.
Rosé's "Apt." Hits No. 1 on Billboard Digital Song Sales Chart
Rosé's single "Apt." featuring Bruno Mars reached #1 on the Billboard Digital Song Sales chart, selling nearly 6,500 copies, making her only the third solo female K-pop artist to achieve this, after Youjeen and IU.
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24% Bias Score
Deadly Plane Crash Halts South Korea's Entertainment Industry
A Boeing 737-800 operated by Jeju Air crashed at South Korea's Muan International Airport on December 29, 2023, killing 179 of 181 passengers, resulting in a week-long national mourning period that caused a widespread shutdown of the entertainment industry, with television networks canceling shows a...
Deadly Plane Crash Halts South Korea's Entertainment Industry
A Boeing 737-800 operated by Jeju Air crashed at South Korea's Muan International Airport on December 29, 2023, killing 179 of 181 passengers, resulting in a week-long national mourning period that caused a widespread shutdown of the entertainment industry, with television networks canceling shows a...
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28% Bias Score
Rosé Makes K-Pop History with "Apt." Billboard Debut
Rosé's single "Apt." featuring Bruno Mars reached number nine on the Billboard Pop Airplay chart, making her the first solo female K-pop artist to achieve this milestone and surpassing previous records by Psy and Jung Kook.
Rosé Makes K-Pop History with "Apt." Billboard Debut
Rosé's single "Apt." featuring Bruno Mars reached number nine on the Billboard Pop Airplay chart, making her the first solo female K-pop artist to achieve this milestone and surpassing previous records by Psy and Jung Kook.
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36% Bias Score
"Kim Ye-ji Stars in Balenciaga Campaign"
"Olympic silver medalist Kim Ye-ji is featured in Balenciaga's new handbag campaign photographed by Juergen Teller in Paris, alongside Romeo Beckham and Kim Petras, showcasing a contrast between her simple personal style and high-fashion looks."
"Kim Ye-ji Stars in Balenciaga Campaign"
"Olympic silver medalist Kim Ye-ji is featured in Balenciaga's new handbag campaign photographed by Juergen Teller in Paris, alongside Romeo Beckham and Kim Petras, showcasing a contrast between her simple personal style and high-fashion looks."
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40% Bias Score
South Korea's Short-Lived Martial Law Exposes Authoritarian Undercurrents
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's attempt to impose martial law on October 24th, 2024, was swiftly reversed after parliamentary opposition, exposing underlying authoritarian tendencies despite the country's globally positive cultural influence and economic success.
South Korea's Short-Lived Martial Law Exposes Authoritarian Undercurrents
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's attempt to impose martial law on October 24th, 2024, was swiftly reversed after parliamentary opposition, exposing underlying authoritarian tendencies despite the country's globally positive cultural influence and economic success.
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40% Bias Score