The New York Times – Music:
Those without tickets arrived at the venue before the sun rose on Saturday to stake out areas that offered unobstructed views of the stage.
Category: South Korea
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Why Is the BTS Album Called ‘Arirang’?
The New York Times – Music:
The group’s new album “Arirang” includes a nod to a beloved Korean folk song and other important historical references.
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What To Know About the BTS Comeback Concert Streaming Live on Netflix
The New York Times – Music:
The K-pop supergroup’s first show in over three years will stream live on Netflix at 7 a.m. Eastern time on Saturday. The New York Times will cover it live from Seoul.
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How Geopolitics Threaten K-Pop’s Ambitions in China
The New York Times – Music:
Japanese members of some K-pop bands have been absent from recent concerts in China. Experts say that’s linked to tension between Tokyo and Beijing.
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Tips for Sightseeing During Your Next Flight Layover
The New York Times – Travel:
On a layover at the airport, the lounge may beckon, but in the right places, you can get into town and cap your vacation with a micro-vacation.
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‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Fans Flock to Korean Language Classes
The New York Times – Music:
Across the country, Americans who love K-pop and K-dramas are flocking to Korean language classes.
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BTS Unveils 2026-27 World Tour Dates. Here’s Where The K-Pop Stars Have Been.
The New York Times – Music:
The K-pop superstars will go on a colossal comeback tour: 79 shows across five continents in 11 months. But why were they gone for so long?
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Park Chan-wook and the Funny Thing About Stomach-Churning Horror
The New York Times – Film:
When American studios wouldn’t back his film about a laid-off manager committing gruesome murders, the director returned to Korea. Now he has a hit on his hands.
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Christine Choy, Documentarian of Asian American Life, Dies at 76
The New York Times – Film:
Her film “Who Killed Vincent Chin?” earned an Oscar nomination in 1988 and was inducted into the National Film Registry for its cultural significance.