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IVE’s Yujin Accidentally Sends an “NSFW” Message to Fans

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Yujin | @_yujin_an/Instagram IVE’s Yujin has left fans in shock, but this time not because of her stellar performances. Instead, it was due to an unexpected message she sent to her followers. The Accidental Message Like many K-Pop groups, IVE connects with their fans through the app Bubble, allowing members to send and receive messages … Read more

ILLIT’s Wonhee Accused of “Saying” the N-Word in Viral Video, Sparking Discussion on Xenophobia

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ILLIT’s Wonhee | MBC Cultural misunderstandings in K-Pop have once again come to the forefront as ILLIT’s Wonhee faces accusations of using a racial slur in a recent viral video. The incident has ignited debates on xenophobia, cultural appropriation, and anti-Blackness within the K-Pop community and beyond. Context and Misunderstanding The Korean words naega and … Read more