K-pop boy group ATEEZ, already a major force on the global music scene, is enjoying a new level of recognition at home following the success of its hit song "BAD" — with members saying even everyday encounters have changed, from receiving extra freebies at shops to being recognized without having to introduce themselves. The eight-member group — Hongjoong, Seonghwa, Yunho, Yeosang, San, Mingi, Wooyoung and Jongho — held a press conference Thursday at Novotel Ambassador in Gangnam, southern Seoul, ahead of the release of its 15th mini-album, "GOLDEN HOUR : Part.6." The album marks ATEEZ's first comeback since "BAD" became a sensation, helping the group expand its popularity among the general public in Korea after years of building a strong international fan base. ATEEZ has long enjoyed considerable success overseas. Since entering the top 10 of the Billboard 200 albums chart for the first time with its eighth mini-album in 2022, the group has placed nine consecutive albums in the chart's top 10 through its 14th mini-album. Despite that success, gaining widespread recognition among t

Actor Yeo Jin-goo has made a rare public appearance nearly 11 months after enlisting in the military, drawing attention with his noticeably more muscular physique. On Wednesday, photos of Yeo during his military service surfaced on online communities after U.S. Judge Kirsten Brunson shared them on LinkedIn. Brunson said she attended the 26th Korean Military English Speaking Competition as a judge at Camp Humphreys, a major U.S. military installation in Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi Province. She also met Yeo, who served as the event's host, and shared her excitement as a fan of the actor. She said she really liked him in the dramas “The Crowned Clown” and “Hotel Del Luna.” The photos show Yeo wearing a military uniform and combat cap while serving as a member of KATUSA, or Korean Augmentation to the United States Army, a program in which Korean soldiers serve alongside U.S. military personnel. Yeo drew attention for his broader shoulders and noticeably bulked-up physique compared with his appearance before enlistment. He also appeared in good spirits, flashing a bright smile and making a fi

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