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GMA Network
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Jin and J-Hope kick off BTS Festa 2025 by switching solo album concepts
It's June, which means one thing in ARMY land: it's Festa time! BTS kicked off their annual anniversary celebration with a special photoshoot featuring Jin and J-Hope, the two members who are out of the military. Jin and J-Hope switched album aesthetics just for the occasion. Jin turned J-Hope's 'Jack in the Box' album from 2022 into Jin in the Box with an all-white suit and beanie matched with whimsical poses, while J-Hope turned soft for 'The Astronaut'-style concept photos, with visuals inspired by outer space. The photoshoot is one of the planned activities for this year's BTS Festa. The group is set to mark their 12th anniversary since their debut on June 13. According to the calendar released by BigHit Music, more activities include the release of Photo (Classic Version), 613 for ARMY, 613 with ARMY, and many more leading to Congratulations on June 13. BTS is set to reconvene as a group this year following the members' mandatory military service. Jin and J-Hope completed their service in 2024. Jin has since released the albums 'Happy' and 'Echo' and is set to go on a solo tour. Meanwhile, J-Hope released the singles 'Sweet Dreams and 'Mona Lisa.' He visited the Philippines in April for a two-night concert for the Hope on the Stage Tour. —Nika Roque/JCB, GMA Integrated News
Pink Villa
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
'Completely removed': BTS ARMY spots SEVENTEEN banner taken down ahead of FESTA 2025 and OT7 reunion
Something is shifting at HYBE, and ARMYs are paying attention. Photos surfaced online showing workers taking down the large SEVENTEEN (SVT) banner from HYBE's Yongsan headquarters late at night. June has officially arrived, and so has the beginning of BTS' return from military service and FESTA. Just days ago, the same building displayed a bold slogan—'SEVENTEEN WILL CHALLENGE ETERNITY.' It was put up on May 22, ahead of SEVENTEEN 's May 26 debut anniversary. But its placement stirred frustration among BTS fans, as it replaced the iconic 'BTS PRESENTS EVERYWHERE'. ARMYs got frustrated that SEVENTEEN was using the same slogan pattern as BTS. With BTS' June 13 debut anniversary approaching, excitement was building. The group is also entering the final stretch of their military service. For many ARMYs, the banner swap felt mistimed. Online discussions quickly called out the decision as tone-deaf during such a critical moment in BTS' timeline. Now, as the banner comes down and the purple month begins, fans are hopeful that HYBE is making space. Netizens Reaction As soon as the image surfaced on social media, it quickly went viral. One fan remarked, 'Just in the very last hours before June, but I'll take it. Most importantly, June is clear.' Another added, 'It should be — it's Bangtan month now.' Excitement bubbled up as someone simply wrote, 'FINALLY.' One ARMY joked, 'I bet BTS laughs together at stans like y'all.' And another chimed in, 'As they should... Festa, let's go!' BTS' FESTA 2025 BTS has officially announced details for FESTA 2025—its anniversary celebration marking 12 years since their debut. This year's FESTA will take place on June 13–14 at KINTEX Exhibition Center 2 in Goyang, South Korea. However, it's still unclear whether any of the members will make appearances. BTS' Members Military Discharge Timeline: The Final Stretch Jin – Discharged J-Hope – Discharged RM and V– Discharge date: June 10, 2025 Jimin & Jungkook – Discharge date: June 11, 2025 SUGA – Discharge date: June 21, 2025 All seven members are set to be reunited by late June. FESTA 2025 feels like more than just an anniversary—it's the prelude to a new chapter. For ARMY, it's not only about remembering the past. It's about celebrating the return of OT7 and everything that lies ahead. But the question remains: will SUGA join the FESTA? Or will he let it slide?
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Medics spend hours preparing to keep thousands safe at U.S. Open in Oakmont
The U.S. Open is less than two weeks away and first responders are preparing for an influx of people. Safety planning for the event has been a huge operation. In the case of medical emergencies, it takes multiple local agencies, plus a lot of staffing and planning, to be prepared. Advertisement Plum EMS Administrative Director Joe Festa is helping get those logistics sorted out. 'We are going to have to anticipate if the weather is going to be rainy, if it's going to be really hot that week and we've seen many past opens that heat-related emergencies impact us the most. That's just when people start dropping,' Festa said. Plum EMS is running point when it comes to the medical operations for the U.S. Open for the fourth time. They plan to bring in 90 paramedics and EMTs over the course of a week. In the last Open at Oakmont in 2016, there were over 2,200 people who were checked out by medical personnel and 28 were transported to hospitals. Medics said that was a low transfer number and credit four first aid tents that will be set up throughout the course, staffed by UPMC and AHN, for that success. Advertisement 'It is physicians, nurses and, obviously, EMS clinicians who are used to working in that emergency environment or where you get the unexpected,' UPMC Medical Director of Prehospital Care Dr. Vincent Mosesso. Staffed ambulances, staffed carts and even staffed electric bike units will also be on hand. 'I remember in 2016, as a bike medic, that last day I was going from patient to patient, starting IVs and pushing fluids, the cart would show I would get more supplies and go to the next patient as they took them to the first aid tent,' said Plum EMS Director of Operations Brian Maloney. He said it's a well-oiled machine that is the result of a whole lot of collaboration. Advertisement Medics ask for everyone in attendance to come with a plan, be prepared and stay hydrated. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch WPXI NOW
Korea Herald
21-05-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Olive Young kicks off largest-ever K-beauty festival in Seoul
CJ Olive Young kicked off its largest-ever beauty and wellness festival, 2025 Olive Young Festa, with a media event on Wednesday at Nodeul Island in Yongsan-gu, Seoul. Held outdoors at a site along the Han River spanning 11,570 square meters, the attendance for this year is expected to reach 30,000 visitors, nearly double that of previous years. 'This year's Festa expands beyond award-winning names to highlight rising and indie brands, helping more promising players connect with customers,' said Lee Eun-jeong, head of Olive Young's Brand Creative Center. 'We've brought together our know-how since 2019 to create a differentiated experience that promotes K-beauty as a cultural movement. It's both a festival for our 16 million Olive Members and a milestone for K-beauty's present and future.' Themed 'Treasure Island,' the five-day festival invites visitors to discover the unique strengths of each participating brand through an immersive, interactive experience. A record 108 beauty and health brands are featured across 84 booths, offering visitors hands-on access to both bestsellers and emerging names in Korean beauty. The festival is organized into five main zones, Skincare, Makeup, Personal Care, Healthy Lifestyle and Luxe Edit, covering a wide range of categories from cosmetics to wellness. At daily seminar sessions titled 'Beauty & Health Deep Dive,' Olive Young partner brands engage directly with the audience to offer in-depth product insights and share brand stories. More than just a public event, the Festa also serves as a networking and business platform for the K-beauty industry. Key stakeholders are invited to foster domestic and global market connections, including small and medium-sized brands, manufacturers, consumers and international buyers. A special co-growth program, Future Connect, will also run during the festival, where some 200 brand representatives will attend sessions that cover export logistics, compliance with international regulations, and analysis of global K-beauty trends. Olive Young has also invited around 400 representatives from major global retail platforms, including those from the US, Japan, Hong Kong and Southeast Asia, offering them firsthand experience of K-beauty innovation and potential partnerships. 'Since its launch in 2019 with just 50 brands, Olive Young Festa has more than doubled in size and continues to evolve with customers,' CJ Olive Young Communication Officer Lee Sang-ju said at the event. 'The Festa reflects our commitment to supporting Korean beauty brands as they grow at home and expand globally.' hykim@
News18
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
BTS Reunion 2025: Will Jimin, RM, V, Jungkook, Suga, J-Hope, Jin Reunite On THIS Day?
Last Updated: BTS Reunion 2025: With RM's cryptic 'D-30' post and fans speculating fiercely, could BTS finally reunite on June 21, 2025? HYBE's CEO hints at big plans. ARMYs are buzzing with excitement after BTS leader RM posted a cartoon of a brown bear holding a 'D-30" sign on May 11. While no official explanation was given, fans were quick to interpret it as a countdown to BTS reunion, something they've been eagerly waiting for since the members began enlisting for military service. Given that June 10 marks the discharge date for both RM and V, followed by Jimin and Jungkook on June 11, and finally Suga on June 21, the timeline aligns intriguingly with this cryptic post. If 'D-30" indeed refers to a countdown from May 11, then June 10 becomes a key date. But fans aren't convinced that's the end of it. Reddit and X have been full of speculation. One user asked, 'Are other people considering June 21, 2025 to be the date since it's the day the last member gets out of the military?" Another agreed, 'Yes I have Jun 21 marked on my calendar." Some fans even believe Suga may return slightly earlier due to saved vacation days. 'Might be just high hopes for me… But I truly believe Yoongi left his 'vacation days' to come back sooner," a hopeful ARMY wrote. 35 days until bts reunion. we're about to be the backest we've ever been — bakery 🍞🍎 (@seokstalgic) May 16, 2025 BTS reunion in 1 month🥹My forever seven💜 — lost person🌹⁷ (@shrulovesfun) May 16, 2025 If this theory holds, June 13, BTS' debut anniversary, could be a surprise early reunion day. That date would be poetic and emotional, especially for a comeback aligned with their annual Festa celebration. HYBE's CEO Adds Fuel to the Speculation HYBE CEO Lee Jae Sang addressed the group's comeback during a press conference on March 31. According to Koreaboo, he said, 'The BTS members are set to complete their military service by the end of the first half of this year… The company is also preparing by discussing with top-tier composers, but the artists (BTS members) themselves need time for deliberation and preparation." This indicates that while the reunion may happen soon after discharges are complete, a full comeback including an album or tour, might take a bit more time. Still, fans are hopeful that the group will at least appear together publicly once all members are out, even if it's just for a short moment before diving into the next phase of their journey. First Published:
