NewJeans Had Planned a Rebirth. The Performance Ended in Tears.

K-pop’s most imaginative group has been battling its powerhouse label. Our critic watched as its first concert in months was upended by a court ruling.

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South Korean Court Blocks K-pop Band NewJeans From Going It Alone

The court sided with the girl group’s record label, Ador, barring the quintet from planning commercial pursuits after trying to cut ties. The band vowed to appeal.

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South Korean Police Investigate Japanese Woman for Kissing BTS Star Jin

​The woman was accused of kissing him without his consent during an event the K-pop idol held in Seoul last year.

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