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The “Asian water tower” is losing 24 billion tonnes of groundwater every year
The “Asian Water Tower” is losing roughly 24.2 billion tonnes of groundwater every year, with some of the worst declines hitting densely populated farming regions. Glacier melt may temporarily soften the crisis around the 2060s, but without changes in water use, researchers expec
Watch: Stray Kids Takes 5th Win For “This & That” On “Music Bank”; Performances By ENHYPEN, Mimi, And More
Stray Kids has won their fifth music show trophy for “This & That”! On the August 21 episode of “Music Bank,” the candidates for first place were Stray Kids’ “This & That” and KiiiKiii’s “Pop Off Pop Off.” Stray Kids ultimately took the prize with a total of 7,436 points. Congrat
Yoon Kyung Ho Reveals How He Helped Shape His Ruthless Fixer Character In “Tazza 4: The Song Of Beelzebub”
Yoon Kyung Ho has shared insights into his upcoming movie “Tazza 4: The Song of Beelzebub”! Returning with a new chapter after six years, “Tazza 4: The Song of Beelzebub” follows Jang Tae Young (Byun Yo Han), who thought he had everything after building a thriving online casino e
Park Eun Bin Is Ready To Bare Her Fangs In “Spooky In Love”
Get ready for an impressive counterattack by Park Eun Bin on the next episode of “Spooky in Love”! A remake of the 2011 film “Spellbound,” tvN’s “Spooky in Love” is an occult romance drama about the chaotic partnership between a hotel heiress who can see ghosts and a passionate p
“Flex X Cop 2” Rises To Its Highest Ratings Yet As “A Bona Fide Killer” Heads Into 2nd Half At No. 1
On August 21, “Flex x Cop 2” achieved its highest viewership ratings of the season thus far. According to Nielsen Korea, the latest episode of the drama scored an average nationwide rating of 6.2 percent, marking a new personal record for Season 2. Meanwhile, MBC’s “A Bona Fide K
ENHYPEN Tops iTunes Charts Worldwide + Surpasses 1.7 Million 1st-Day Sales With “THE SIN : BLISS”
ENHYPEN’s latest comeback is off to a chart-topping start! On August 21, ENHYPEN made their return with their new mini album “THE SIN : BLISS” and its catchy title track “Bloody Paradise.” Immediately upon their release, both the mini album and the song shot to the top of iTunes
BABYMONSTER’s “DRIP” Becomes Their Fastest MV To Hit 400 Million Views
BABYMONSTER has just set a personal record on YouTube! According to YG Entertainment, on August 22 at approximately 1:53 p.m. KST, BABYMONSTER’s music video for their 2024 hit “DRIP” surpassed 400 million views on YouTube, making it their second music video to achieve the feat af
Park Eun Bin Meets Yang Se Jong As A Murder Suspect After Their Breakup In “Spooky In Love”
This is definitely not the reunion we wanted! A remake of the 2011 film “Spellbound,” tvN’s “Spooky in Love” is an occult romance drama about the chaotic partnership between a hotel heiress who can see ghosts and a passionate prosecutor who is terrified of them. Spoilers Previous
Jung Eun Chae Makes Herself At Home On Ahn Bo Hyun’s Private Jet In “Flex X Cop 2”
It looks as though Jung Eun Chae has fully adapted to Ahn Bo Hyun’s signature investigation style on “Flex x Cop 2”! In Season 2 of SBS’s “Flex x Cop,” Ahn Bo Hyun reprises his starring role as Jin Yi Soo, a third-generation chaebol heir who uses his wealth and connections like c
Jung Jun Won Collapses While Searching For Kong Hyo Jin On A Mountain In “A Bona Fide Killer”
Get ready for another flashback to Kong Hyo Jin and Jung Jun Won’s past romance on the next episode of “A Bona Fide Killer”! Based on the hit webtoon of the same name, MBC’s “A Bona Fide Killer” is an action drama about a working mother with a lethal job who is fighting to protec
Ha Seok Jin And Hani Face Unexpected Truths As They Try To Find New Love In “Love On The Menu”
“Love on the Menu” has previewed the upcoming episode! KBS 2TV’s “Love on the Menu” tells the story of Kim Moo Jin (Ha Seok Jin) and Han Gyu Rim (Hani), two former lovers who reunite eight years after a painful breakup. As they reconnect, they piece together the fragments of thei
Watch: Song Kang, Lee Jun Young, And Jang Gyuri Showcase Intense Chemistry At Poster Shoot For “Four Hands, Two Sonatas”
tvN’s “Four Hands, Two Sonatas” has unveiled a new making-of video! “Four Hands” is a piano term referring to two people playing a single piano together. The drama “Four Hands, Two Sonatas” follows the friendship, love, rivalry, and growth of Kang Pio (Song Kang) and Choi Jeong Y
Watch: ATEEZ Takes 5th Win For “BAD” On “Music Core”; Performances By ENHYPEN, OURBIRTHDAY, And More
ATEEZ has won a fifth music show trophy for “BAD”! On the August 22 episode of MBC’s “Music Core,” the candidates for first place were Stray Kids’ “This & That,” ATEEZ’s “BAD,” and KiiiKiii’s “Pop Off Pop Off.” ATEEZ ultimately took the win with a total of 7,322 points. Congratul
CORTIS To Release Extended Version Of “GREENGREEN” With 2 New Songs
Get ready for new music from CORTIS! On August 22, BIGHIT MUSIC announced that CORTIS would be releasing a new version of their latest EP “GREENGREEN.” “GREENGREEN_playextended,” which is set to drop on August 24, will include two new songs that CORTIS premiered at their “‘PUT YO
“Flex X Cop 2” Ratings Soar To New All-Time High As “Spooky In Love” Heads Into Finale
SBS’s “Flex x Cop 2” continues to gain steam! On August 22, the popular drama once again earned the highest viewership ratings of Season 2 thus far. According to Nielsen Korea, “Flex x Cop 2” scored an average nationwide rating of 7.5 percent for its latest episode, marking a new
August Movie Star Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for film actors. The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community awareness indexes of 50 popular movie stars, usin
Watch: Song Kang, Lee Jun Young, And Jang Gyuri Create Fond Memories In Nostalgic “Four Hands, Two Sonatas” Teaser
tvN’s “Four Hands, Two Sonatas” has unveiled a new teaser in the form of video footage recorded by the characters! “Four Hands” is a piano term referring to two people playing a single piano together. The drama “Four Hands, Two Sonatas” follows the friendship, love, rivalry, and
“Spooky In Love” Stars Say Goodbye + Tease What To Look Forward To In Tonight’s Finale
The stars of tvN’s “Spooky in Love” have shared their thoughts ahead of tonight’s series finale! With just one episode of the drama left to go, leads Park Eun Bin, Yang Se Jong, and Ong Seong Wu all took the time to share their final farewells. Park Eun Bin began by expressing he
Iran condemns U.S. plans to announce new sanctions
The secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, Mohsen Rezaei, told state television that Tehran would target the interests of countries helping the United States.
All Blacks in driver’s seat after beating Springboks to open four-test series
The two sides meet in the second test in Cape Town on Saturday.
Olympic pairs figure skating gold medalists Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara announce engagement
The pair won gold in dramatic fashion at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, coming back from fifth place after the short program to win the event.
Japan outlines measures to protect infrastructure from cyberattacks
In light of a recent series of ransomware attacks, the draft urges such businesses to take measures, including taking out cybersecurity insurance.
Nadeshiko Japan’s Saki Kumagai hoping to encourage more girls to play soccer
Kumagai says she hopes her organization, Nadeshiko Care, will inspire young players to set their sights on joining the national team.
Robot horse and rider steal the spotlight at Chinese conference
More than 300 companies are showcasing the latest advances in robotics at the five-day event in Beijing, China, organisers say.
Hull on cloud nine after upsetting Manchester United in Premier League return
Semi Ajayi and record signing Nobel Mendy scored goals to give Sergej Jakirovic's side a famous win following a nine-year absence from the top flight.
4 Emotional Moments In The Final Episodes Of “Dream To You”
“Dream to You,” the story that started with the innocent teenage love between Ju Yi Jae (Hyeri) and Woo Soo Bin (Hwang In Youp), turned into a whirlwind of dramatic plot twists throughout its run. But now, it is delivering the eagerly awaited happy ending, reaching the finale on
August Singer Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for singers! The rankings were determined through an analysis of singers’ media coverage, consumer participation, interaction, and community awareness indexes, using big data collected from
“Love In The Moonlight” Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Today marks the 10-year anniversary of “Love in the Moonlight”! First aired on August 22, 2016, “Love in the Moonlight” is a coming-of-age gender bender with a vibrant vibe that balances drama and humor in equal measure. The drama depicts the palace romance between Crown Prince L
Billlie’s Haruna To Temporarily Halt All Activities Due To Health
Billlie’s Haruna will be going on a temporary hiatus due to her health. On August 22, Mystic Story announced that Haruna would be halting all activities for the time being due to health reasons. The agency’s full statement is as follows: Hello, this is Mystic. We are announcing t
KATSEYE Earns Their Highest Rankings Yet On UK’s Official Charts With “WILD” And “Animal” As “Hootie Frutti” Debuts
KATSEYE is soaring to new heights in the United Kingdom! This week, KATSEYE achieved their highest rankings yet on both the United Kingdom’s Official Albums Chart and Official Singles Chart, which are widely regarded as the U.K. equivalent to the United States’ Billboard charts.
5 Reasons To Watch Magical Mystery Taiwanese BL “Connecting To You”
Hailing from Taiwan, new BL “Connecting to You” tells the story of Lin Chia Kai (Chiu Yi Tai), an average guy except for the fact that he has the supernatural ability to see relationship threads between people. Trying to solve the mystery behind his powers, he ends up working as
EXID’s Hani Makes A Drunken Confession To Ha Seok Jin In “Love On The Menu”
Ha Seok Jin and EXID’s Hani may have broken up in “Love on the Menu,” but their story is far from over! KBS 2TV’s “Love on the Menu” is a drama that tells the story of Kim Moo Jin (Ha Seok Jin) and Han Gyu Rim (Hani), two former lovers who reunite eight years after… Continue read
Aid shortages and fears of starvation as Indonesia reels from deadly earthquake
Some 53 people were killed and thousands displaced by the earthquake, which struck early on Saturday.
India built the world's biggest digital payments miracle. Now comes the bill
India's UPI may finally face merchant fees, raising questions over who pays and whether users will resist.
Broken toilets, leaking roofs: Why India's 'cockroach' party wants to fix schools
The poor state of government schools is the focus of a new campaign by India's Cockroach Janta Party (CJP).
Founder of collapsed Chinese property giant Evergrande sentenced to life in prison
Hui's sentencing marks a key moment in the fallout from Evergrande's collapse, which shook China's property sector.
Trump wants to be friends with Kim - but South Korea could pay the price
US military exercises with South Korea end early on Friday, at a time when the North is in a position of strength.
Why Indian law students don't want top judge at their graduation ceremony
Students from two premier law universities say they don't want Chief Justice Surya Kant to attend their convocations.
Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan back in jail after hospital examination
It comes as the court had earlier this week ordered that he had to be taken for a hospital examination.
Nanda Malini, one of Sri Lanka's best known voices of protest, dies at 82
Once banned from national airwaves, Nanda Malini was known for her songs about social justice.
Bali jails Swiss tourist for insulting sacred Day of Silence
The 26-year-old was jailed for a year after he sparked anger with an expletive-laden post about the sacred holiday.
Hong Kong's Tiananmen activists convicted in national security trial
Three activists were accused of inciting others to subvert state power under the China-introduced law.
Sydney Marathon medal mistakenly depicts Munich stadium
Online sleuths detected the error after Sydney Marathon unveiled the double-sided medal.
UK, Canada and Australia condemn Israel for refusing criminal probe into aid worker killings in Gaza
Seven World Central Kitchen workers were killed in the Israeli strike on their convoy in 2024.
Father leaves 7-year-old son alone on Mount Fuji to continue hike
The man had taken his two boys on the trip but is said to have left one behind when he got tired.
Modi spent years building his strong image - why is he making Gen Z reels now?
Narendra Modi's new, more casual online persona is drawing attention from young Indians - but also plenty of scepticism.
These bookshops let Chinese readers question their country - now the doors are closing
For some mainlanders, Hong Kong's independent bookstores are a window into a different, freer world.
The hotel booking mix-up that could free mushroom murderer
A table tennis tournament and a throat lozenge could help Erin Patterson's lawyers overturn her convictions.
Fourteen killed in strike on Myanmar monastery
A rescue worker said the site had been struck twice as civilians gathered for a meditation retreat.
On this day in space! Aug. 21, 1914: Total solar eclipse expedition crashed by WWI
On Aug. 21, 1914, a total solar eclipse temporarily darkened skies across Europe and Asia. A young German astronomer and friend of Albert Einstein's, Erwin Finlay-Freundlich, led an expedition to the Crimean Peninsula of Russia, where he hoped to record observations that would ve
Climate change could triple the price of wheat
Bread, pasta and breakfast cereals may seem far removed from dry fields in North America, Europe or Asia. Yet when water shortages hit several of the world's most important wheat-growing regions simultaneously, the consequences can be felt all the way to supermarket shelves and b
Arctic shipping a daunting prospect in hotly contested region
With Gulf turmoil slashing Suez Canal traffic, shipping firms are tempted to try the Arctic for quicker trips between Europe and Asia—but commercial prospects are unlikely to match countries' strategic ambitions for the North Pole.
Trump’s economic isolation plan risks Iran strikes across Gulf
Experts say that if the new plan is actually effective, at some point, Iran will have no alternative but to lash out again.
LDP desperate for a win in Okinawa governor race
LDP executives will visit the island prefecture one after another to rally support for Genta Koja, a 42-year-old former vice mayor of Naha.
This pit bull mix is just a ‘goofy, fun-loving girl’
Though she may look a bit scary, Takenoko is really just looking for someone to play with.
Serena Williams to play mixed doubles with Carlos Alcaraz at U.S. Open
It will be Williams' first competitive match at the U.S. Open since 2022.
What Trump’s crush on Kim means for the Indo-Pacific
As the U.S president cozies up to the North Korean dictator, America's allies in the region are building a new defense architecture.
Government to support tourism in quake-hit Kyushu region
The measures will be included in the upcoming aid package due out this month.
Putin acknowledges economic impact from Ukraine’s refinery strikes
Russian President Vladimir Putin came as Moscow and Kyiv continued to trade strikes on infrastructure facilities.
Japan and India hold first event focused on recycling of key minerals
The global market for critical minerals, including rare earths, is dominated by China, making it necessary for both Japan and India to rely heavily on imports.
Civic group leads efforts over 1942 undersea mine disaster
The Japanese and South Korean governments have begun DNA analysis of remains collected from the site after the group requested such research.
Tochigi police raid Tobu Railway group firm over fatal train accident
The company was raided on suspicion of professional negligence resulting in death in connection with the accident that killed four workers last week.
‘Lives at Right Angles’ offers seldom-seen portrayal of autism in Japan
J-pop idol Shota Yasuda crafts an insightful, compelling performance as the autistic protagonist of Syoutarou Kobayasi's "Lives at Right Angles."
‘Shiranui’: A maritime mirage inspires an anime about morality
Director Ryo Katanosaka pivoted to animation during the COVID-19 pandemic, producing a two-minute short that paved the way for "Shiranui."
‘Masayume’ finds Zen in the messiness of being human
Nao Yoshigai's experimental documentary blends meditation, autobiography and bodily humor into an unconventional meditation on healing and acceptance.
South Korean survivor fights for workplace harassment ‘justice’
Victims are often expected to keep silent while employers have no clear legal duty to tell them how their cases ended.
Robots can outrun humans, but can they plug in a cable?
The five-day World Humanoid Robot Games, which began Saturday in Beijing, combine events modeled on sports with those designed to test the robots in key simulated situations.
What a Tokyo summer taught this New Zealander about climate shock
A realization after three months living in Japan's scorching capital: The trick to surviving a Japanese summer isn't beating the heat — it's learning to live around it.
Painter supporting quake-hit Kumamoto with manga ‘Kinnikuman’
Kazuyuki Takishita is best known for his signature depictions of an ogre from the old Japanese folktale "Momotaro."
Taiwan president touts peace through strength on China battle anniversary
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te marked the 68th anniversary of the 1958 clash with Chinese forces, known as the start of the Second Taiwan Strait Crisis.
USA Fencing approaching run-up to LA Games as chance to take sport mainstream
Andrews, who has led USA Fencing since 2022, said the federation had made a deliberate effort to market fencing to audiences beyond its traditional competitive base.
Centre pushes States to speed up PNG adoption, seeks district-level officers to drive LPG-to-gas transition
The push for faster adoption of gas piped to households for cooking purposes, called PNG, follows the disruption to India's LPG supply chains during the West Asia crisis earlier this year.
South Korea tests Arctic route with a first container shipped to Europe
Reaching Europe from Asia via the Arctic is nothing new... Russia and China have used this route for years. But yesterday, South Korea sent its first container ship along this path to avoid the traffic blockade in the Middle East. Experts warn the shift could further accelerate t
Kazakhstan parliamentary vote to cement president's power
Candidates from seven state-approved parties are taking part in the election, while opposition parties have been banned. Central Asia's largest nation, Kazakhstan maintains a delicate balance between Russia and the West.
Kazakhstan parliamentary elections begin: What’s at stake?
The Central Asian country heads to the polls on August 23.
The World's Busiest Airport is No Longer Dubai
The Iran war has shifted international air traffic away from the Middle East, as many travelers opt for Asian hubs instead.