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The Latest Breaking News from BTS

LL Cool J’s NCIS: New York Is Filming, And He And The Crew Celebrated With A Sweet BTS Video

The hype is real.

Cinemablend

BTS are back: return of K-pop superstars sparks US economic boom

Cities in North America hosting 14 concerts in August and September – and economic impact is set to be significant

The Guardian - US

The Recording Academy CEO responds to BTS decision not to submit to Grammys

Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason jr. has responded to the news that BTS will not submit their music for consideration at the forthcoming 2027 Grammy Awards

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Grammys CEO says new 'Asian Pop' category was “created to celebrate the depth, diversity and extraordinary growth of pop artistry coming out of Asia” after BTS rule themselves out

He says intention was to “shine a dedicated spotlight” on important artists

MusicRadar

Jimin’s World Cup shirt sells for a staggering $110k as BTS dominate charity auction

A shirt worn by BTS star Jimin at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final halftime show has become the auction’s top‑earning item, helping raise thousands of dollars for the FIFA Global Citizen Education. Fund.

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Grammys CEO responds after BTS announces boycott

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The Independent UK

Grammys chief responds after BTS withdraw from 2027 race over new Asian‑focused category

Recording Academy boss Harvey Mason Jr says the Asian Pop category was created to “expand” recognition, not divide artists.

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Did the Grammys' New Asian Pop Category Push BTS Away? Here's Why the Band Opted Out

BTS announced it will not submit music for the 2027 Grammy Awards after the Recording Academy introduced a new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category.

International Business Times UK

Grammys CEO defends Asian pop award after BTS pulls out of 2027 consideration

Harvey Mason Jr says he is ‘saddened’ by K-pop group’s decision but understands and respects it

The Independent UK

K-pop giants BTS boycott 2027 Grammys after introduction of controversial new Asian pop prize

BTS, the best-selling musical act in South Korean history, will sit out the Grammy Awards next year. Their announcement is linked to a new Grammy category which fans have criticised as being an example of non-English language acts being "gatekept out of the main/general categories".

Euronews

BTS boycott Grammys after introduction of new Asian pop category

South Korean pop group BTS said Wednesday they will not enter the Grammys' contest next year in protest of the introduction of a new Asian pop category: Best Asian Pop Music Performance. The new category, introduced alongside four others, is slammed by critics for boxing regional artists into a separate…

France 24

BTS pulls out of Grammys amid ‘Asian pop’ dispute

SEOUL - The global K-pop superstars BTS say they will not submit their music for next year’s Grammy Awards, after the Recording Academy introduced a new Asian pop category that has been criticised for limiting the success of regional artists.

Bangkok Post

BTS boycott Grammys after introduction of new Asian pop prize

K-pop superstars will not submit Arirang album or its songs for 2027 ceremony

The Guardian - UK

BTS Walks Away From the Grammys It Chased for Five Years — Puts the New Asian Pop Category on Trial

BTS is withdrawing from Grammy consideration after the Recording Academy's new Best Asian Pop category excluded English-language tracks, including much of the group's own comeback album.

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The Independent UK

K-pop powerhouse BTS say they will not submit music for 2027 Grammys

K-pop powerhouse BTS said they will not submit their music for consideration at the forthcoming 2027 Grammy Awards

International Business Times UK

BTS Boycott 2027 Grammys Over New Asian Pop Category, Call for Music Beyond 'Region or Language'

BTS will not submit their album ARIRANG for the 2027 Grammys, opposing new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category, advocating for music to be judged without geographical or linguistic boundaries

The Independent UK

Why K-pop legends BTS won’t be submitting music to the 2027 Grammys

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BTS shock fans as they pull out of the 2027 Grammy Awards race

The group say they will not submit any music for Grammy consideration, citing concerns over regional and language divisions.

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The Independent UK

BTS pulls out of Grammys after creation of new ‘Asian Pop’ category

‘We hope music can be heard and loved for what it is, rather than being divided by region or language,’ K-pop group says

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Man buys BTS tickets for sister’s birthday. Then he allegedly quits his job to make sure she gets to go: ‘It was the last straw’

He says HR pushed him to "compromise."

The Economic Times

Quote of the Day by BTS star Jimin: 'If your heart has grown bigger, that also means you have let go...'- Inspiring life lessons on freedom, letting go and why happiness begins when you empty your heart of negativity

Quote of the Day by Jimin: BTS star Jimin shares wisdom on emotional release for happiness. He believes a bigger heart grows by letting go of negativity. This process allows space for peace, freedom, and personal growth. Jimin's solo career highlights his impactful musical journey. His sincerity inspires millions worldwide…

International Business Times UK

Fans Clash After Megyn Kelly Brands BTS's FIFA World Cup Halftime Show 'Terrible' and 'Jet-Lagged'

Megyn Kelly questioned BTS' energy and stage performance, prompting fans to defend the K-pop group's global impact and World Cup appearance.

International Business Times UK

Report: Shakira, BTS and Other Artists Didn't Get Paid Based on Talent Fee at World Cup Final Halftime Show

The FIFA World Cup 2026 introduced a Super Bowl-style halftime show featuring global stars like Shakira and BTS but the performers were reportedly not paid traditional fees.

International Business Times UK

Influencer Pietra Bertolazzi Takes Break From Social Media After BTS Army Allegedly Leaks Her Data Over K-Pop Row

Brazilian influencer Pietra Bertolazzi faces backlash and data leaks from BTS fans after calling the band 'effeminate', leading her to take a break from social media.

The Independent UK

Madonna, BTS and more World Cup halftime performers see jump in song streams, Justin Bieber up 110%

Industry data and analytics company Luminate has found that the 2026 World Cup halftime performers experienced considerable jumps in the streams of the songs they performed live at the final on Sunday

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