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‘There’s no time left for growth’: why BTS have paused their career at its height

They became the world’s biggest pop group, and a multibillion-dollar asset in their native South Korea. But by taking a break, BTS are refusing to lose their selfhood in a tough industry

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Bolly Buzz! The trailer of Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt starrer 'Brahmastra' unveiled, Exclusive details about Deepika Padukone's increased heart rate condition from hospital in Hyderabad

From the makers of the Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt starrer ‘Brahmastra’ finally unveiling the much-awaited trailer of their film to the latest health update from team Deepika Padukone and a special star-spotting at the Hyderabad airport, here are all the biggest headlines of the day.

The Times of India

First Thing: More than 100m Americans urged to stay indoors amid extreme heat

Heatwave expected to stretch from Gulf coast to Carolinas, reaching 100F in some cities. Plus, the 67-year-old crowd surfer

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K-Pop Pioneers BTS’ Time-Out Leaves Fans Tearful, Investors Irate

K-pop pioneers BTS faced tears and sympathy from fans but anger from shareholders in their management company on Wednesday, a day after the band, pleading exhaustion, announced a break from group musical activities to pursue solo projects. Many in South Korea reacted with shock and dismay at Tuesday’s news that,…

Asharq Al-Awsat

K-pop pioneers BTS's time-out leaves fans tearful, investors irate

Reuters

BTS announce break to focus on solo projects; here’s why they believe it is a positive decision

The Times of India

Explainer: Will Chadchart resolve the Green Line saga?

Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt is testing the waters as he vows to sort out the long-running dispute over the city's Green Line electric rail system concessions, which includes higher fares for riders and mounting debts.

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‘We’ve Lost Our Direction’: K-Pop Band BTS Announce Indefinite Hiatus To Work On Solo Music

The group announced their decision in a pre-taped special that was shared as part of FESTA, an annual celebration tied to the anniversary of the group’s debut.

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The Loop: China's special 'military operations', the fruit and veges facing shortages, and BTS on hiatus?

Here's your quick catch-up for this morning's news.

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BTS announces a hiatus as band members focus on solo projects, but label denies break

BTS isn’t breaking up, but they are going on a break.

Tribune News Service

K-pop sensation BTS is going on a break but promises to return

The boy band announced their break during a dinner filmed for social media. The group officially debuted in 2013.

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BTS’ rep clarifies K-pop band’s claim that it’s going on hiatus to focus on solo projects

The boys of BTS are looking to pursue their individual sounds, but a group representative denied the claim that they’re going on a hiatus.

Los Angeles Times

'This doesn’t feel real': Tears as K-pop boyband BTS announce hiatus after 'rough patch'

The South Korean boyband are taking a temporary break

Manchester Evening News

BTS plan for solo projects is not a hiatus, record label says

A statement from Hybe, the South Korean entertainment company behind BTS, said they’ll still be working on projects as a group, as well as individually.

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The Independent UK

Label says BTS plan for solo projects plan is not a hiatus

K-pop sensation BTS announced plans for solo projects from the individual band members, but the company behind the global superstars say they are not taking a hiatus

Evening Standard

BTS announce ‘temporary hiatus’ to concentrate on solo careers

The seven-piece K-pop boyband insist it’s not goodbye as they vow to ‘return someday’

Tribune News Service

BTS announces a hiatus as band members focus on solo projects

BTS isn’t breaking up, but they are going on a break.

Daily Mirror

BTS announce 'temporary hiatus' to heartbroken K-Pop fans at anniversary dinner

South Korean boyband BTS are going their separate ways for a while - announcing their plans for a hiatus during a pre-recorded dinner held to celebrate their 9th anniversary to heartbroken fans across the world on Tuesday

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The Guardian - UK

From Jurassic World Dominion to BTS – a complete guide to this week’s entertainment

Whether you want to go out on a loud dinosaur adventure or have a quiet night in with a K-pop boyband, our critics have you covered for the next seven days

Roll Call

A president who once had too much voice turns to Hollywood, suddenly lacking an effective one

President Biden spent the week in Los Angeles, which was fitting as he turns to celebrities to speak for him on guns and other matters.

The Times of India

BTS release new anthology album 'Proof'; unveil music video of 'Yet to Come' (The Most Beautiful Moment) - WATCH

South Korean boy band BTS are set to release their new album "Proof" on Friday in a highly anticipated return to the music scene as they celebrate the ninth anniversary of their debut this month.

Bangkok Post

BTS ridership to exceed pre-Covid level

The reopening of schools, a rebound in foreign tourist arrivals and the full operation of extension sections should increase skytrain ridership to exceed pre-pandemic levels, according to BTS Group Holdings Plc.

Chicago Tribune

Lollapalooza adds BTS member j-hope, Tomorrow X Together to the lineup

CHICAGO — Lollapalooza has a couple adds to the upcoming festivities, including a new Sunday headliner: j-hope, member of the South Korean boy band BTS, will headline the Bud Light Seltzer Stage at 9 p.m. Sunday. And fellow K-pop band Tomorrow X Together will play Saturday.

Chicago Sun-Times

j-hope of BTS, Tomorrow X Together announce headlining sets at Lollapalooza

The fest’s powerhouse lineup previously announced includes Metallica, Dua Lipa, Green Day, Lil Baby, J. Cole, Kygo and Machine Gun Kelly.

Bangkok Post

Biden-BTS summit fuels hope

Perhaps Joe Biden's pursuit to engage more with Asia has just started. Just days after a trip to South Korea and Japan late last month, his first visit to Asia as US president, the 79-year-old leader followed up with a message that touched the hearts of millions of Asians, particularly…

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