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China has harshly criticized Australia’s decision to ban TikTok on government-owned devices, labeling it “discriminatory” and threatening “consequences” for the action. The ban, which was announced by the Australian Department of Defense last week, prohibits the installation of the popular short-form video app on government-issued devices. This decision was made due to security concerns regarding the app, which is owned …

With record-breaking ratings, the run of the Korean drama “Divorce Attorney” has concluded. The drama, which debuted in February, follows a group of divorce lawyers and their clients as they navigate the emotional and legal complexities of divorce. Since its debut, the series has been a fan favorite, and the finale episode’s 9.9% rating is the highest of the series. …

In a recent interview with People Magazine, Suga, also known as Agust D, discussed his most recent solo album, collaborations, and life as a musician during the pandemic. The artist disclosed that he has collaborated with the well-known K-Pop soloist IU and praised her songwriting skills. His personal experiences and emotions heavily influenced the composition of his most recent solo …

Arriving in Beijing on Wednesday for a three-day visit, Emmanuel Macron shook hands with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on Thursday, as the French president seeks to discourage China from supporting the brutal year-long conflict in Ukraine. Macron – who is accompanied by the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, on his trip – said he wants …

In collaboration with Takeone, YG Entertainment will release, in the second quarter of this year, a mobile game that makes use of the intellectual property of Blackpink. YG revealed on Tuesday that the player of Blackpink The Game assumes the role of a producer responsible for developing the members of Blackpink into K-pop idols. The player will be able to …

Jimin’s “Like Crazy” reaches No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 songs list, becoming his first leader and the first for a member of the South Korean superstar pop group BTS. Moreover, he is the first South Korean solo artist to top the chart. With five versions available during the chart’s tracking week, “Like Crazy’s” Hot 100 debut was entirely …

BDO Unibank, the largest bank in the Philippines, has partnered with Hyakujushi Bank, a regional bank established in Japan, in a move that will increase BDO’s presence in the Japanese market and provide enhanced financial services to both Japanese and Filipino customers. Under the terms of the agreement, BDO and Hyakujushi Bank will work together to provide trade financing, remittance …

China is Singapore’s largest trading partner, and Singapore is China’s largest foreign investor. China is Singapore’s largest trading partner, and Singapore is China’s largest foreign investor. The two nations inked a free trade agreement (FTA) in 2008 in an effort to strengthen their economic connections. Currently, negotiations are underway to improve the current FTA. Recently, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong …

After posting her charges on social media earlier this month, Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai has not been spotted or heard from in public. According to a story on BBC.com, Peng’s disappearance has prompted international calls for a thorough inquiry and safety concerns. Peng, a former world number one in doubles, accused former vice-premier Zhang Gaoli of sexual assault in …

Fans from all over the world are sending birthday greetings and well wishes to the South Korean actor and singer Cha Eun-woo, who is celebrating his birthday today. Cha Eun-woo is regarded as one of the most popular idols in the K-pop industry. In addition to his work as a singer and actor, he has established himself as a versatile …