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K-pop & Pop Culture: TWICE’s Tzuyu posted a heartfelt note after wrapping a year-long world tour, even as reports keep swirling about her next steps and possible agency changes. New Music & Tours: CORTIS kicked off its debut world tour, “PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN,” with a 14-show run starting in Incheon and heading to North America and Japan. K-pop on the Global Stage: Hanroro lands a major milestone with a Summer Sonic 2026 debut in Japan, joining a lineup that includes several top Korean acts. Celebrity Scrutiny: Online outrage fatigue in Korea resurfaces as broadcaster Kim Na-young faces renewed backlash over a “not enough food” controversy. Controversy Watch: Chinese director Stephen Chow’s “Kung Fu Soccer” draws backlash over how it portrays a fictional Korean women’s football team. Sports & Culture Crossover: BTS is set for a World Cup halftime spotlight, while G-Dragon is named an honorary ambassador for UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee in Busan. Everyday Viral Trends: A South Korean “dopamine app” called FoodNeverComes turns fake food ordering into a hit, and sensory toy “Wakppuballs” sparks debate over the environmental cost of break-and-film trends.

Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result. Feedback is welcome. Please let us know if you have any comments or suggestions about the AGP Executive Report.

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Seoul Pavilion closes VivaTech 2026 with deals, awards and investor interest

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Jul. 10, 2026

izna announces first concert tour with Seoul kickoff in September

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Jun. 19, 2026

SEOUL NOW wraps New York pop-up, plans bigger return in 2026

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