According to reports, the Korea Fair Trade Commission has sanctioned the online stores of the biggest four K-Pop companies, HYBE, SM Entertainment (SME), JYP Entertainment (JYPE), and YG Entertainment (YGE), for violating consumer rights. Korea Fair Trade Commission office | Wikimedia Commons On August 11, the Fair Trade Commission (FTC) imposed corrective orders and a fine of ₩10.5 million […]
Leader Of Idol Group Sentenced For Violating Military Laws
A 32-year-old idol was sentenced today for dodging his military obligations. On January 17, an idol, Mr. Ahn, was given a 1 year prison sentence, suspended for two years for violating military laws. The idol was also given 80 hours of community service. Photo of Supreme Court for illustrative purposes | The Korea Times According […]
“They Have Nothing To Do With Us Anymore” — Clothing Brand Called Out By SM Entertainment For Violating Contract With NCT Dream
SM Entertainment and clothing brand Teddy Island previously had a disagreement that was publicized through their social medias. NCT Dream was under a contract for endorsement with the brand. On October 13, 2023, Teddy Island had set up a pre-order event with fan benefits. A week later on October 18, SM Entertainment responded by claiming […]
South Korea Fires Around 100 Shots At North Korean Drones Violating Its Airspace
On December 26, North Korea flew several drones across its borders with South Korea, which South Korean military officials described as “a clear act of provocation.” South Korean military official speaking at a briefing | Yonhap News A total of five “unmanned aerial vehicles” were detected. One of them reached the Northern part of Seoul […]