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Jakarta mulls over hosting BTS concert at remote venue despite scepticism over accessibility

The two-day BTS concert in Jakarta is estimated to generate around $75 million in consumer spending.
The two-day BTS concert in Jakarta is estimated to generate around $75 million in consumer spending.

Why Gwanghwamun? The symbolism behind BTS’ historic comeback stage

Pedestrians walk along the stairs displayed with the logo of BTS' 2026 album and release date at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul on Jan 14, 2026.
Pedestrians walk along the stairs displayed with the logo of BTS' 2026 album and release date at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul on Jan 14, 2026.

BTS world tour sparks surge in travel searches for Seoul, Busan

The spike in travel interest has also been felt well beyond Asia.
The spike in travel interest has also been felt well beyond Asia.

How much is too much for K-pop concert tickets?

Despite growing complaints, industry insiders say ticket price hikes are largely unavoidable.
Despite growing complaints, industry insiders say ticket price hikes are largely unavoidable.

Mexico president asks South Korean counterpart for more BTS concerts

FILE PHOTO: Members of K-Pop band, BTS perform on ABC's 'Good Morning America' show in Central Park in New York City, U.S., May 15, 2019. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: Members of K-Pop band, BTS perform on ABC's 'Good Morning America' show in Central Park in New York City, U.S., May 15, 2019. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/File Photo

BTS fans scramble for tickets as K-pop stars launch first tour since military service

Fans vying for seats at the first three concerts in Goyang Stadium braced for ticket sales to go live.
Fans vying for seats at the first three concerts in Goyang Stadium braced for ticket sales to go live.

Hotel cancellation uproar hits Busan ahead of BTS tour

Busan has been confirmed as a major stop on BTS’ first world tour in four years.
Busan has been confirmed as a major stop on BTS’ first world tour in four years.

What does BTS’ upcoming album name, Arirang, mean?

BTS will be releasing their long-awaited fifth full-length album titled Arirang in multiple physical versions on March 20.
BTS will be releasing their long-awaited fifth full-length album titled Arirang in multiple physical versions on March 20.

CASE warns against buying BTS concert tickets from unofficial sources after Carousell listing seen

CASE’s president Melvin Yong said it is aware of a listing on Carousell “advertising ‘BTS 2026 World Tour Singapore’ tickets at $88, although ticket sales have not yet begun”.
CASE’s president Melvin Yong said it is aware of a listing on Carousell “advertising ‘BTS 2026 World Tour Singapore’ tickets at $88, although ticket sales have not yet begun”.

The return of BTS and whether K-pop stars should be allowed to love

To some fervent devotees, dating is a crime. Idols are meant to stay single.
To some fervent devotees, dating is a crime. Idols are meant to stay single.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.