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Rosé lands eight nominations for 2025 MTV Video Music Awards

2025/08/06 20:40

BLACKPINK member Rosé has been honored with eight nominations at this year's MTV Video Music Awards. Now eight nominations is the highest number ever for a K-pop solo artist. Rosé has been nominated for "Video of the Year" and "Song of the Year" for her duet "APT." with pop star Bruno Mars among others.

'Read, Walk, Write': students growing up through books

2025/08/06 20:40

Beyond the surge in book sales author Han Kang's Nobel Prize acknowledgement has reignited interest in the art of reading especially within the academic arena. Cha Yun-kyung explains. Students in a school class offer reviews on the works of novelist Han Kang, winner of last year's Nobel Prize in Literature. Some students make videos, while some make props that appear in Han Kang's work, reminding themselves of its meaning. "I could feel the pain of our country as novelist Han Kang shared the heartbreaking story of grief. I began to think deeply about creating positive change in our world." The "Read, Walk, Write" program run by the Incheon Metropolitan City Office of Education is an integrated educational approach incorporating reading and writing to engage closely with real-life issues. Students get to read the work in English afterward to improve their foreign language skills as well as their understanding of general culture. "My biggest concern at school is always to make students read more. I can feel that reading has become one of the cultural movements among teenagers through the 'Read, Walk, Write' program." Teachers who implemented the program gathered together and shared their achievements of the program. The education office is planning to transform Incheon into a city of learning by fostering the growth of students and society through the program. Cha Yun-kyung, Arirang News.

Overseas sales of translated Korean books surge following Han Kang's Nobel Prize win

2025/08/06 20:40

Sales of translated Korean books at stores overseas have surged following author Han Kang's winning of the Nobel Prize in Literature last year. According to the Literature Translation Institute of Korea sales of literary works that it supported via translation and publication soared some 1-hundred-30-percent on year in 2024 to amount to around 1-point-2 million books. What's more international sales of Han Kang's 19 works rose five-fold to 1-hundred-50-thousand last year compared to 30-thousand in 2023.

'Dive into Gwangbok': Summer splash in the center of Seoul

2025/08/06 20:39

Downtown Seoul has been transformed into a summer playground to offer the public some fun relief from the blistering heat. Now this is according to my colleague Ahn Sung-jin. Do take a look. One last splash before the summer ends. The sweltering days of summer will soon come to an end, but Seoul isn't ready to let go of the season just yet, especially here in Gwanghwamun Square. "In this scorching August heat, those that are trying to escape the heat are taking the chance to cool off in the water." From water slides to water buckets, the location has lots of attractions for visitors to enjoy. "I came here with my mom and two aunts. It was hot outside, but once we got into the water, it felt cool and so much fun." As August 15 is Gwangbokjeol, the 80th anniversary of Korean independence, special activities have also been planned around the theme "Let's dive into Gwangbok." Co-hosted with the Seoul Regional Office of Patriots and Veterans Affairs, the event also holds booths to raise awareness of the country's struggle for independence. "We got to swim and do some hands-on activities. I even wrote a message celebrating the 80th anniversary of Korean independence." By transforming the urban landscape into a summer playground, the 2025 Seoul Summer Beach offers some relief from the heat in downtown Seoul. "We organized this with the idea of creating a summer getaway right in the middle of the city. We started it to add some fun not only for visitors from around the world, but also for locals. We're glad that so many people came to enjoy it in the heart of Seoul." The event runs until this Friday, so before summer is gone, why not take a dip in Gwanghwamun Square. Ahn Sung-jin, Arirang News.

S. Korea to temporarily allow visa-free entry for Chinese group tours

2025/08/06 20:38

South Korea will temporarily allow visa-free entry for group tours from China starting September 29th just ahead of China's week-long National Day holiday through June next year. The decision was made on this Wednesday during a government task force meeting on boosting tourism chaired by Prime Minister Kim Min-seok. The exemption will apply to groups of three or more Chinese nationals traveling with tour agencies designated by South Korea's Culture Ministry. Since last November China has permitted South Korean nationals to enter without a visa for up to 30 days a policy that is set to end this December.

Study shows Gen Z would pay more for ESG-friendly brands

2025/08/06 20:38

Close to 7 out of 10 young Korean consumers are reportedly willing to pay more to purchase products made by socially responsible businesses. Our correspondent Kim Do-yeon has details. As ESG practices become more widespread in Korea's economy and society, so-called "value-based consumption"—making purchasing decisions based on personal beliefs and values—is emerging as a key consumer trend among Gen Z. According to a survey released on Wednesday by the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry, which polled 350 people aged 17 to 28 nationwide on perceptions of ESG management and consumption trends, 66-point-9 percent of respondents said they would "choose products from companies practicing ESG, even if they are slightly more expensive." This suggests ESG efforts are having a direct impact on brand preference and purchase decisions. But, experts say it's always important to continue monitoring companies. "Some companies do a good job with ESG management and even obtain certification for their efforts. However, there are also cases where companies receive such certification but still engage in problematic practices. That's why it's important for consumers to look closely and make informed judgments about the companies they support." The survey also reflected this. It found that Gen Z is quick to boycott companies involved in social controversies or ethical misconduct. More than six in 10 respondents said they had "stopped purchasing from a company due to unethical behavior or negative ESG-related issues." Young people are also highly sensitive to the authenticity of corporate ESG efforts. In particular, 65-point-4 percent of respondents expressed concern over the issue of "greenwashing." This highlights the risk companies face of being shunned by young consumers if their ESG activities are perceived as mere marketing tactics lacking genuine commitment. Kim Do-yeon, Arirang News.

S. Korean football icon departs for Los Angeles on Tuesday ahead of expected move to LAFC

2025/08/06 20:37

Football star Son Heung-min departed South Korea late Tuesday for the U.S. amid news that he is poised to set a fresh record for Major League Soccer transfer fee. Our Kim Bo-kyoung reports. After bidding farewell to Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur at the weekend, South Korean football icon Son Heung-min departed for Los Angeles on Tuesday evening. He signed autographs for hundreds of fans who had gathered to get a glimpse of him at Incheon International Airport, before boarding an LA-bound flight. Several reports, have said that Son is expected to join Major League Soccer team Los Angeles FC, with only the final details of the transfer, completing paperwork and doing a medical check, remaining. Son could officially announce his contract with LAFC as early as Wednesday local time. When it comes to his transfer fee, Both BBC and ESPN said Son was moving for a fee of around 26 million U.S. dollars, which is around 36 billion Korean won. If the number is correct, the figure would break the MLS record 22 million U.S. dollars Atlanta United spent to have Emmanuel Latte Lath from Middlesbrough. This would make his move to LAFC the highest transfer fee in MLS history. Son's new chapter in the U.S. comes after he ended a decade-long journey with Tottenham with a farewell game: Tottenham's preseason match against Newcastle United at Seoul World Cup Stadium on Sunday. "One of the toughest decisions of my football career." This is how he described his feelings, as he announced that he is no longer going to be a Premier League player. Since joining the Tottenham in 2015, Son is fifth on the all-time scoring list for the team with 173 goals in all competitions. He won the Premier League Golden Boot as the league's joint top scorer in the 2021-2022 season, and captained the team to the UEFA Europa League title in May, which was the club's first major trophy in 17 years. Kim Bo-kyoung, Arirang News.

S. Korea completes removing anti-N. Korea loudspeakers; no signs from the North yet

2025/08/06 20:36

South Korea says it has completed the dismantling of loudspeakers directed toward North Korea. Some twenty speakers along the front-line areas have been removed and will be stored at nearby military units. This latest move follows the suspension of loudspeaker broadcasts by the Lee Jae Myung administration as it entered office in June. North Korea has yet to acknowledge this latest extension of an olive branch.

Pentagon policy chief calls S. Korea 'role model' for N. Korea deterrence, defense spending

2025/08/06 20:36

South Korea serves as a "role model" given its proactive stance in defense against North Korea and its increased military spending. This is according to U.S. Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Elbridge Colby. In a recent post on his social media platform he also stressed the importance of modernizing the ROK-U.S. alliance in response to emerging regional security concerns.

Global investment banks upgrade S. Korea's 2025 growth outlook

2025/08/06 20:36

Meanwhile in a rather promising turn of events global investment banks have raised their growth projections for South Korea this year. Our correspondent Moon Ji-young has more. Major global investment banks are raising their forecasts for South Korea's real GDP growth this year. According to the Korea Center for International Finance, the average 2025 growth forecast for South Korea among eight major global investment banks stood at point-9 percent as of the end of July. Notably, JP Morgan, which had previously held the most pessimistic view on the Korean economy, has significantly upgraded its economic growth forecast by point-2 percentage points to point-7 percent in just two months. Following the Bank of Korea's second-quarter GDP announcement last month, JP Morgan assessed that Q2 GDP growth slightly exceeded market expectations, driven by strong exports and an increase in manufacturing. Goldman Sachs also raised its growth forecast by point-1 percentage point to 1-point-2 percent, reflecting the outcomes of Korea's tariff negotiations with the U.S. In its August 1 report, the bank noted that the deal with the U.S. reduces uncertainties regarding tariffs on specific items such as semiconductors, adding that Korea is not at a disadvantage compared to other countries. Regarding whether the Bank of Korea will also raise its forecast in its revised economic outlook this coming August, an expert noted that: "While the uncertainty from the tariff negotiations is easing, potentially improving our exports, it's still unlikely that these agreements will drastically raise the economic growth forecast. Nevertheless, it will probably be slightly better than the 0.8% we had expected." The Bank of Korea, in its May forecast, projected this year's annual growth rate at point-8 percent and anticipated that the supplementary budget would boost the rate by point-1 of a percentage point. Moon Ji-young. Arirang News.

Trump says S. Korea has opened its market, touting trade deal

2025/08/06 20:35

In other news. U.S. President Donald Trump says his trade deal with South Korea offers quote "tremendous business" especially for American carmakers. Lee Seung-jae has the latest. U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday touted the recent trade deal made between Washington and Seoul,.. saying that the agreement will significantly boost American automobile exports. In a CNBC interview,.. Trump said South Korea was a "closed country".. but the trade deal opened the market, referring to it as "tremendous business." The U.S. leader said the U.S. will be able to sell cars, trucks and SUVs to South Korea. While South Korea has long imported American cars, the U.S. has repeatedly criticized Korea's automobile safety and environmental regulations, viewing them as non-tariff barriers. Meanwhile, during the same interview, Trump also said that his administration will raise levies on imported pharmaceuticals to 150 percent in a year. He added that the tariffs will then be raised to 250 percent later, as he unveiled a plan to announce more sector-specific tariffs "within the next week or so." And Trump's push to reduce America's trade deficit through tariffs seems to be working according to latest data. According to the Commerce Department's Bureau of Economic Analysis, the U.S. trade deficit narrowed significantly in June, while the trade gap with China fell to its lowest level in over 21 years. The overall trade deficit fell by 16 percent in June to 60-point-2 billion U.S. dollars,.. while the goods trade deficit dropped 10-point-8 percent,.. reaching its lowest point since September 2023. However, beyond the trade figures, the U.S. economy is showing signs of strain, as a key measure of activity in the U.S. service sector stalled in July, with businesses citing rising costs and growing uncertainty due to the influx of new import taxes. Lee Seung-jae, Arirang News.

Ruling DP to expel four-term lawmaker over allegations of stock trading using aide's name

2025/08/06 20:34

The ruling Democratic Party will expel four-term lawmaker Lee Choon-suak over allegations of illegal stock trading. Lee withdrew from the party earlier on Tuesday one day after he was caught on camera engaging in stock transactions on his mobile phone using an aide's account. His action drew strong condemnation amid the government's push for stock market transparency. The party for its part on this Wednesday pointed out that members who leave the party to avoid disciplinary action can still face expulsion. The DP also tapped six-term lawmaker and former Justice Minister Choo Mi-ae to lead the judiciary committee a post that Lee previously held. Also according to the top office the president has called for a swift and thorough investigation into the matter.

President Lee orders investigation into POSCO E&C industrial accidents

2025/08/06 20:33

President Lee Jae Myung has called for a thorough probe into POSCO E&C following a series of industrial accidents involving its workers. According to Presidential Spokesperson Kang Yu-jung on this Wednesday the president has ordered a detailed review into whether safety protocols were followed and whether the incidents were preventable. He also instructed officials to look into all possible legal actions including revoking the company's construction license and banning it from public tenders. Back on Monday a worker was seriously injured at a highway construction site overseen by POSCO E&C. There have been four losses of lives at the company's construction sites this year.

PONDERING OVER PRICE OF PEACE ON PENINSULA

2025/08/06 19:42

Welcome to Wednesday's edition of Press Perspective. It's August 6th here in Seoul. I'm Min Sunhee. The Lee Jae Myung administration is seeking a peaceful approach to stability on the Korean peninsula. That being said in our panel session today we address the prospects of this policy. I have Thomas Maresca with American news agency UPI. Thomas welcome back. I also have Cheon Soram a former reporter with Radio Free Asia. Soram it's good to have you here. Thomas, let's begin with South Korea's dismantling of loudspeakers directed toward North Korea. You covered this development for UPI. Do tell us about your coverage and your takeaways? Soram, this olive branch from South Korea to North Korea follows the National Intelligence Service's suspension of decades-long radio and television broadcasts aimed at North Korea. For the sake of our viewers who may not be aware, could you tell us a bit about the history of these broadcasts, their recent suspension and the response to it. Thomas, your news agency recently published a piece including pundits' take on what was called a "one-sided courtship of North Korea" by South Korea. Could you walk us through the concerns? Soram, North Korea, for its part, has been adamant about its animosity toward the alliance between South Korea and the U.S. Do remind us about the recent remarks shared by North Korea's Kim Yo-Jung, which some claim is a twin warning to Seoul and Washington, while others say she is playing nice with the U.S. and scorning South Korea. Thomas, staying with security. Amid speculation about the fate of American soldiers stationed on the Korean peninsula, UPI carried an opinion piece that highlighted the importance of maintaining the status quo. Do tell us more about the thoughts shared and your takeaways as a correspondent covering this region. Soram, in an interview with the Washington Post, Foreign Minister Cho Hyun brushed aside concerns about a potential reduction in U.S. troop presence on the peninsula. What exactly did he say, and what have you been hearing from pundits here? And Thomas, what are pundits saying about the price of peace on the Korean peninsula? I mean, how likely are we to witness North Korea engaging with the broader international community in the near future? Moving forward, Soram, do tell us a bit about the rampant infiltration of North Korean IT workers in the companies across the globe. All right.

Former first lady apologizes before special counsel questioning

2025/08/06 19:40

We start on the local front. Former First Lady Kim Kun-hee has been summoned by a special counsel over a series of allegations against her. Our political correspondent Shin Ha-young reports. Shortly after 10 AM on Wednesday, former first lady Kim Keon Hee arrived at the office of special counsel Min Joong-ki, in Jongno-gu District, for questioning over multiple allegations. This comes after Kim, the wife of former President Yoon Suk Yeol , was summoned two weeks ago to appear at the office. Before questioning, she bowed and apologized to the public for causing concern. "I am truly sorry that a nobody like myself has caused concern for the people. I will faithfully undergo the questioning." However, she did not respond to questions from reporters about the allegations. This marks the first time in South Korea's constitutional history that a first lady has been publicly named as a suspect in an investigation. According to the special counsel team, Kim's questioning began at 10:23 AM, and she did not exercise her right to remain silent. The special counsel team focused on five of the 16 allegations made against Kim on Wednesday, starting with her purported role in manipulating stock prices. Other allegations include interference in the candidate nomination process during past elections, and receiving luxury gifts from the Unification Church through a "broker." Since Kim did not agree to be video recorded, the face-to-face questioning took place without it. Ahead of the questioning, Kim's representatives said she would answer questions as fully as possible without refusing, but wants to avoid questioning after 9 PM due to her poor health. Earlier, they requested to separate the questioning by each allegation, or to finish before 6 PM, but the special counsel team refused, saying she would be treated like any other suspect. Shin Ha-young, Arirang News.

[Weather] Heavy rain in south overnight, heat returns tomorrow

2025/08/06 19:39

Rain has made a comeback and was coming down hard in the northern parts of Korea, dropping heavier rain in parts of Gyeonggi-do and Gangwon-do provinces. But from tonight, southern regions will be seeing heavier rainfall into tomorrow morning. But Jeju will see rain all day tomorrow. Jeolla-do provinces and Jeju-do Island could see downpours and most of southern provinces could see 30 to 70 millimeters an hour of rain lashing down overnight. With the rain moving in, a heat advisory was lifted in the central parts of Korea but the heatwave returns starting out the day at 27 degrees in Seoul, and Busan. Seoul, Daejeon and Gwangju will top out at 32 degrees with sunnier skies expected, Jeju at 31 degrees with more rain into tomorrow. In fact, those on Jeju need to keep that umbrella close, rain is expected through early next week. That's Korea for you, here's a look at the international weather conditions.

World News: Official condemns hostage-taking, warns against IDF expansion in Gaza at UNSC on Tues.

2025/08/06 19:38

This is the World Now, bringing you the stories from around the globe. The UN Security Council assembled on Tuesday for a meeting called by Israel, to address the situation of hostages still held in Gaza, following Hamas' release of videos of emaciated Israeli hostages. At the meeting United Nations Assistant Secretary-General for Europe, Central Asia, and the Americas, Miroslav Jenča, condemned footage of the visibly malnourished hostages, Evyatar David and Rom Braslavsky who were taken hostage by Hamas on October 7, 2023. He also emphasized that hostage taking is a violation of international law and constitutes a war crime. Jenča addressed reports that Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is seeking to expand military operations in Gaza, calling the plan "deeply alarming" and a risk to the lives of remaining hostages. Ilay David, the brother of hostage Evyatar David, also spoke at the meeting via video link up and described the deteriorating condition of his sibling. A U.S. Coast Guard investigative board has found that the Titan submersible that imploded in 2023 had an "inadequate design." OceanGate's Titan submersible was on a tourist expedition to the wreckage of the Titanic when it imploded, killing the five people on board including OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush. According to a 300-page report released on Tuesday after a two-year investigation, the implosion was deemed preventable. The U.S. Coast Guard Marine Board of Investigation emphasised the need for stronger oversight and clearer regulatory pathways for operators pursuing innovative designs outside current standards. Wildfires swept through parts of Spain on Tuesday as the country endured its second heatwave of the summer, with temperatures soaring to 40 degrees Celsius in several regions. In Spain's Galicia region, firefighters battled a wildfire near residential areas in the town of Ponteceso, and the nearby village of Corme Aldea was evacuated. In southern Spain, a blaze in the town of Tarifa spread rapidly through nearby mountains, forcing the evacuation of hotels and campsites in the area. Efforts to contain both wildfires were hindered by strong winds. Heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne died of a heart attack, coronary artery disease and Parkinson's disease. That's according to the his death certificate which was obtained by The New York Times on Tuesday. The former Black Sabbath frontman died on July 22 at the age of 76 and was best known for his unique heavy metal voice, outrageous acts and his absurd MTV series "The Osbournes." Osbourne's funeral was held in the city of Birmingham, England on July 30. Walter Lee, Arirang News.

[K-Correspondent] Tastes of Jeolla, the culinary heartland of Korea, explored in Australia

2025/08/06 16:34

The Jeolla-do region is famous for its rich and diverse cuisine. Not only among locals, but the region is also gaining more and more attention from overseas, with the growing interest in the traditional Korean foods. Today, we go over to Sydney, Australia where a special event took place taking visitors on a culinary journey to Jeolla-do. For more, we now connect to today's K-Correspondent, Kellie Goggins, Marketing Manager of the Korea Tourism Organization Sydney Office. Hello Kellie/ Ms. Goggins! Q1. Kellie, let's start off with a brief introduction of yourself in connection with Korean food and tourism and which event are we talking about today? Q2. Let's go into the details of the event. What was offered there? Q3. Korea is home to many different regional cuisines. Was there a particular reason why you chose the flavors and culture of the Jeolla region as your theme? Q4. The Jeolla region is especially famous for its kimchi, jeotgal (salted/fermented seafood), gochujang (chili paste) and doenjang (soybean paste). How has the response by visitors been to such staple, yet unique Korean tastes? Q5. The Jeolla region, which is made up of Jeollanam-do Province and Jeollabuk-do Province, is not only famous for its cuisine, but also as a tourist destination. So, you also decided to introduce the region itself by combining the elements of food and travel? Q6. Let's now talk a bit about the Korean wave in Sydney. How has the popularity of hallyu taken shape there and which aspects of Korean culture are getting the most attention? Q7. Let's end with some final words on what you hope to achieve through the promotion of the values and charm of the Jeolla-do region. Thank you very much Kellie for taking us and of course the local visitors on this tasty trip to the culinary heartland of Korea. Thank you Bella, we'll have you right back here again tomorrow.

'Dive into Gwangbok': Summer splash in the center of Seoul

2025/08/06 15:36

Sung-jin, the past few weeks have been very hot, and for those looking for somewhere to cool down in the water there is one place in the heart of Seoul? As the temperature is still hovering well above 30 degree Celsius, there are people still looking for a getaway in the hot summer days. I was at a location in the city where you can have a quick dip. Have a look at it first. One last splash before the summer ends. The sweltering days of summer will soon come to an end, but Seoul isn't ready to let go of the season just yet, especially here in Gwanghwamun Square. "In this scorching August heat, those that are trying to escape the sun and the heat took the chance to cool off in the water." From water slides to water buckets, the location has lots of attractions for visitors to enjoy. "I came here with my mom and two aunts. It was hot outside, but once we got into the water, it felt cool and so much fun." As August 15 is Gwangbokjeol, the 80th anniversary of Korean independence, special activities have also been planned around the theme "Let's dive into Gwangbok." Co-hosted with the Seoul Regional Office of Patriots and Veterans Affairs, the event also holds booths to raise awareness of the country's struggle for independence. "We got to swim and do some hands-on activities. I even wrote a message celebrating the 80th anniversary of Korean independence." By transforming the urban landscape into a summer playground, the 2025 Seoul Summer Beach offers some relief from the heat in downtown Seoul. "We organized this with the idea of creating a summer getaway right in the middle of the city. We started it to add some fun not only for visitors from around the world, but also for locals. We're glad that so many people came to enjoy it in the heart of Seoul." The event runs until this Friday, so before summer is gone, why not take a dip in Gwanghwamun Square.

[K-enter] Lee Byung-hun to receive Tribute Award at Toronto Int'l Film Festival

2025/08/06 15:35

Time for some K-entertainment news with Bella Kim. Bella, let's start off with an exciting story on Korean actor Lee Byung-hun. Lee Byung-hun is set to receive a Tribute Award at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival (also known as TIFF). The Toronto Film Festival announced on its website the four honourees of the 'TIFF Tribute Awards.' Lee Byung-hun was named alongside Mexican director Guillermo del Toro, Japanese filmmaker HIKARI, and American actress Jodie Foster. Lee was praised as a "global star who has achieved significant success in both Korean and Hollywood films and series." Along with Lee's award, his latest film, "NO OTHER CHOICE," directed by Park Chan-wook, has also been invited to the festival. This year's TIFF will run from September 4th to 14th in Toronto, Canada. Congratulations to Lee Byung-hun! We will now talk about two K-pop groups doing amazing on Billboard charts? First off, TOMORROW X TOGETHER have swept the U.S. Billboard charts with their latest release. According to the latest Billboard charts, the group's fourth full-length album, "The Star Chapter: TOGETHER," has topped three charts -the 'Top Album Sales,' 'Top Current Album Sales,' and 'World Albums' charts. The album also made an impressive debut at No. 3 on the 'Billboard 200.' Meanwhile, TOMORROW X TOGETHER will kick off their fourth world tour "TOMORROW X TOGETHER WORLD TOUR" on August 22nd and 23rd at the Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul. The other group is a girl group doing great on Billboard, with a great "strategy", right? TWICE's "Strategy" has climbed to a new peak of No.74 on the Billboard 'Hot 100.' The song, originally released back in December 2024, debuted at No.92 on the chart last week after being included on the "KPop Demon Hunters" soundtrack. Notably, this achievement broke their own best record on the Billboard 'Hot 100.' Additionally, "Takedown," an original "KPop Demon Hunters" soundtrack, sung by Jeongyeon, Jihyo, and Chaeyoung also rose to No.67 on the 'Hot 100.' Finally, a K-pop artist who's been on Billboard for months, Rosé. BUT today's news is something else? Rosé has secured eight nominations at this year's MTV Video Music Awards (also known as VMAs). According to the list of nominees announced by MTV VMAs on its website, Rosé is up for 'Video of the Year,' 'Song of the Year,' 'Best Collaboration,' 'Best Pop,' 'Best Direction,' 'Best Art Direction' and 'Best Visual Effects' with her hit song "APT." featuring Bruno Mars. She also received a nomination for the 'Best K-pop' category with her solo track "Toxic Till the End." Rosé posted on Instagram saying that she is "beyond shocked" and "absolutely speechless." EIGHT nominations! Please keep us updated with the result as well. Thank you Bella for today's stories. Let's now go over to our AI anchor Ari, for more on the culture front. Ari!