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Today is May 4th, 2026, and we've got some incredible stories to share with you.

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Espera member Karina made waves in Japan as she was officially announced as the new ambassador for premium golf brand Mark and Lona, joining iconic Japanese actor Kimura Takuya in representing the brand. At a press conference held on April 27th in Tokyo's Minato district, over 70 Japanese media outlets gathered to capture Karina's appearance, demonstrating her massive popularity in the region. The event came just one day after Ayespa wrapped their Tokyo Dome concerts, which drew 94,000 fans over two days. Karina expressed her excitement about showcasing a different side of herself through the golfware collaboration, noting that while she hasn't formally learned golf yet, her family's love for the sport inspired her to take on this challenge. She also teased fans about ASPA's upcoming May Comeback, promising to show completely new charms with their next full album.

Ives and Eugen brightened up Seoul with her radiant visuals at a brand pop-up store event, sharing photos on her social media with the caption Nice Weather Day. The idol showcased her fresh and vibrant energy in a clean white shirt paired with beige bottoms, complemented by long wavy hair that enhanced her pure charm. Her bright smile and playful poses next to lemon trees earned her the nickname Human Lemon from fans as she perfectly embodied refreshing citrus energy. And Yujin's flawless skin and distinct features shone through even in extreme close-up selfies, proving her status as one of K-pop's top visuals.

Lee Chaeon wrapped up her first week of comeback promotions with an emotional rollercoaster, sharing behind-the-scenes moments that contradicted her new title track's name, No Tears on the Dance Floor. The singer posted photos and videos on Instagram, showing herself crying backstage at music show recordings, jokingly captioning the post Many Tears, instead of No Tears for her first week. Despite the emotional moments captured in Elevator Selfies and Monitor Reflections, Lee Chaeyon has been actively promoting her fourth mini album, Till I Die, which was released on April 28th. The album showcases her upgraded performance skills and diverse musical range, marking her continued growth as a solo artist.

Epic High is opening their first official fan community after 23 years since debut, launching on the global fandom platform B-Stage. The hip-hop trio consisting of Tableau, Mitra, and DJ Tukutz will transform their existing official website into the B-Stage platform, where they'll share exclusive membership content and communicate directly with fans worldwide. The group plans to introduce real-time fan interaction through the Pop Live feature and will incorporate fan suggestions gathered through polls into their upcoming domestic fan meeting. This marks a significant milestone for the veteran group, who have maintained their popularity for over two decades while continuing to engage fans through their YouTube channel Epic Carse.

Super Junior's RioWooks celebrated Children's Day with a meaningful donation of 100 million won to support vulnerable children in Korea through the International Development NGOG Foundation. The generous contribution will be used to help children at risk of food insecurity and those living in orphanages, covering expenses for meals, education, medical care, and cultural experiences. A G Foundation representative expressed deep gratitude for Ryowuk's thoughtful consideration of children's present and future, promising to use the funds transparently to create real change in young lives. Meanwhile, Ryowuk is preparing to celebrate his 10th solo debut anniversary in July with an Asia tour titled Dive to Blue, visiting Seoul, Bangkok, Macau, and Taipei.

Actress Kim Go, un continued her tradition of giving back by donating 50 million won to Seoul National University Children's Hospital on Children's Day, marking her sixth consecutive year of charitable contributions since 2021. The funds will support low-income patients through the Hospital's Support Foundation, helping children and families facing economic hardship access, necessary medical treatment. Kim Go-un shared that she began this donation practice to give back to fans and was deeply moved, knowing the funds would help children in need. The actress is currently appearing in the Twing series Yumi's Sales Season 3 while simultaneously filming her upcoming project Hon.

The late actress Kim Sumi's husband, Juhung Chang Yu, passed away on May 4th at 1.11 pm at the age of 80. Just one year and seven months after losing his wife in October 2024. He had been battling complications from diabetes and was hospitalized the day before but was unable to recover. The couple married in 1974 and raised two children together, including son Juang Mayong-ho, CEO of Morning Glory Media, who is married to actress Su Hiyo Rim. The funeral is being held at Hanyang University Hospital, Funeral Hall Room 9, with the burial scheduled for 9.40am at Suon City Crematorium.

5050 is making their comeback in early June with their fourth mini album, marking their return approximately seven months after their last release. The group will promote as a four-member unit, as member HANA continues to focus on health recovery after suspending activities in March due to health concerns. The agency Attract announced that this comeback will showcase the group's expanded musical spectrum beyond their signature easy listening genre, challenging various new styles to reveal fresh charms. Following their successful tracks Cupid and Pookie and Rock Paper Scissors, the group aims to demonstrate unlimited musical transformation, while members also prepare for their acting debut in the upcoming Kids short-form drama After School Exorcism Club.

Kim Junsu is counting down to his highly anticipated comeback with his fifth full album Gravity, set for release on June 2nd at 6 p.m. The album carries a meaningful message about unchanging attraction and relationships, telling the story of people who, despite traveling through different times, are inevitably drawn back to one point. The title track of the same name marks a musical shift for Kim Jun-su, featuring an electronic house genre with powerful bass lines, synthesizer sounds, and heavy beats complemented by his signature smooth vocals. To celebrate the album release, he will hold the 2026 XIA 6th Asia Tour, Concert Gravity and Soul, at KSPO Dome from June 12th to 14th, his first full album release in approximately 10 years.

Anton's delicate vocal expression creates a vivid contrast with the song's gradually intensifying composition, maximizing the fluttering feeling of falling in love while enhancing viewer immersion in the drama. This marks Anton's first solo vocal participation in an OST since his debut with Rise, and the agency emphasized that he prepared diligently for this special opportunity.