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BTS' 'DNA' music video hits 1 billion views on YouTube
Definitely still a bop more than two years later

BTS members share own graduation stories in ‘Dear Class of 2020’
The 7-member group also performs during the YouTube special for the Class of 2020

BTS song ‘On’ debuts at number 4 on Billboard's Hot 100
Two other tracks from BTS' 'Map of the Soul: 7' album also make it to the list

BTS drops 'Map of the Soul: 7,' 'kinetic manifesto film' for lead single
Plus! There's a Spotify-exclusive 'enhanced' album that includes commentary from the group

K-pop group EXO's appearance at PH beauty brand event canceled
Nature Republic Philippines says the group's appearance at a February 22 event will not push through due to the current outbreak of the novel coronavirus

Philippine Band of Mercy inaugurates new medical building
PRESS RELEASE: The Philippine Band of Mercy's newest building was designed to accommodate the expansion of their ambulatory surgical programs


BTS to perform at 2020 Grammys 'Old Town Road' segment
The K-pop sensation will join Lil Nas X, Billy Ray Cyrus, and other artists for a special 'Old Town Road All-Stars' segment


K-pop group Stray Kids to perform in Manila
The boys are bringing their 'District 9: Unlock' world tour to Manila on April 2020

ONE OK ROCK is returning to Manila in 2020
The Japanese rock band returns to Manila for a 3rd time

K-pop group X1 disbands after vote-rigging controversy
'We could not come to an agreement, so we have decided on their disbandment,' the 9 talent agencies of the 11 boys say in a joint statement

BIGBANG to perform at Coachella 2020
The annual music festival releases their full lineup, which includes Rage Against the Machine, Travis Scott, and Frank Ocean

BTS to hold tour in April 2020
Does this mean a comeback is coming sooner than we think?

The ARMYs' dream home in Seoul
That RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook had visited the House of BTS themselves makes the experience more exciting for their fans, collectively known as ARMY. The pop-up store is open until January 5, 2020.

SB19's Manila concert sold out in 3 minutes
The Manila concert is scheduled at the Cuneta Astrodome on December 28

PHLPost launches 'Pinoy Music Icons' commemorative stamps
The commemorative stamps are in honor of OPM icons Rene Garcia, Rico J. Puno, and Pepe Smith

Thirds to tour Japan with U.S. band Stars Hollow
The punk trio is bringing their music to a wider audience

Moshing for farmer’s lives
'Galit na galit na ang mga patay!' Ourselves the Elves vocalist Alyana Cabral screams. The crowd riles back

BTS's Jungkook investigated over car crash
(UPDATED) Both the singer and the taxi driver were treated for minor injuries

K-pop group BTS finishes world tour with millions generated
The BTS world tour, which ran from August 2018, drew a total audience of more than two million at 62 shows in 23 cities, according to Big Hit Entertainment

K-pop group SEVENTEEN to perform in Manila
Carats, are you ready? SEVENTEEN brings their ‘Ode To You’ tour to Manila on February 2020.

Here's what to expect at EXO’s concert in Metro Manila
Are you ready for 'EXplOration?' Here’s why we're excited for EXO's 2-day show on August 23 and 24

K-pop superstars BTS to take 'long-term break'
The group is set to take their 'first official long-term break since their debut'

EXO adds second Manila show
Filipino EXO-Ls now have another day to catch the K-pop group in concert


K-pop band Day6 is coming back to Manila
The boys are coming back this November for their 'Gravity' world tour

Korean pop titans BTS conquers the West
Worldwide success BTS is the first ever K-pop group to top music charts in America and Britain

B.I leaves K-pop group iKON after attempted illegal drug purchase
'I am so ashamed and apologetic to fans who were greatly disappointed and hurt because of my wrong words and actions,' the group leader says

Parokya ni Edgar's Facebook hacked
Chito Miranda says the band members have been removed as the administrators of the Facebook page which reportedly began sharing sexually explicit content

WATCH: BTS channels The Beatles in 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert'
The K-pop sensation pays tribute to The Beatles in the same theater where the Fab Four made their US television debut

K-pop group GOT7 to perform in Manila
The 7 boys are returning to the Philippines for their ‘Keep Spinning 2019 World Tour'

BTS is Top Group at 2019 Billboard Awards
'This is all possible because of the little things we shared together,' RM tells BTS' loyal 'Army'

Boyzone returns to Manila for farewell tour
The Irish group is set to perform in Manila at the Mall of Asia Arena

K-pop phenomenon BTS first Korean act to top UK chart
The band's latest album 'Map of the soul: Persona' went straight in at number one

Ourselves the Elves launch first full-length album
Alyana, Paula, Akira, and Ponch are launching their new album 'Self is Universe' on Saturday, March 16, at Pioneer Street, Mandaluyong

BTS to appear on 'Saturday Night Live' in April
BTS meets SNL? We can't wait!

Big Bang's Seungri announces retirement from showbiz
(UPDATED) The singer announces his retirement following the Burning Sun night club scandal in February

The Click Five frontman Kyle Patrick to perform in Manila
The pop rock voice behind ‘Jenny’ will be serenading fans for a one-night-only show at a mystery location
Remember ‘Carrot Man’? He’s in a boy band now
Jeyrick Sigmaton is now part of the 4-man group FAB4z

Westlife plans to serenade fans in PH all over again
The boys also have a studio album up their sleeve for 2019

WATCH: 'Ang Huling El Bimbo' by Ely Buendia and The Itchyworms will soothe your restless heart
Plus... an excerpt from 'With A Smile'

Agsunta 'signs off' after 4 years
'Masakit man at mahirap man, kailangan na muna namin itigil ‘to,' says member Jireh Singson

EXO’s Kai is reportedly in Cebu, posts photos on Instagram
The K-pop star shares photos that appear to be taken in Cebu

Indie rock band Vampire Weekend drops new music after hiatus
After nearly 6 years, the New York rock band is releasing a new album, complete with 18 tracks

WATCH: IV of Spades drops 'Bawat Kaluluwa' music video
The first music video off their new album 'CLAPCLAPCLAP!' is out


LOOK: Itchyworms, Ely Buendia do #HowHardDidAgingHitYouChallenge
The OPM legends get together for an epic throwback!

The BTS boys are being turned into dolls
Toy manufacturer Mattel has announced an upcoming official doll line featuring all 7 BTS members!

Tropical Depression Usman enters PAR | Evening wRap
Watch the evening wRap with Margie de Leon
