[Daily News] MARCH 17TH 2026

Hwang Hana, a former girlfriend of singer-actor Park Yoochun and granddaughter of the Namyang Dairy founder, denied all charges at her first trial.

She is accused of encouraging two acquaintances to use methamphetamine and injecting them with the drug in a Seoul apartment in July 2023. After a police search related to a co-conspirator, she fled abroad, reportedly traveling through Thailand and Cambodia before being arrested on a plane in Phnom Penh after saying she would turn herself in.

Prosecutors also claim she tried to persuade accomplices to give statements favorable to her, though her side denies all allegations, insisting she was only present at the scene. Hwang has prior drug convictions, including a suspended sentence in 2019 and a later prison term for reoffending during that probation period. [Nate]

Punch, the baby monkey who once got bullied, has now found a friend. Netizens commented with "It looks like you've finally gotten used to group life! Find strength!" [Nate]

aespa member Ningning held a live broadcast without makeup, showing her natural appearance and drawing attention from fans. She explained that the livestream was to celebrate International Women's Day and interacted casually with viewers while wearing pajamas. During the stream, a negative comment criticized her looks without makeup saying, prompting her to respond confidently and call out the behavior. saying "Doesn't everyone look different? It might not be a matter of personal taste, but rather than spending time saying 'You're ugly,' wouldn't it be better to just listen to a song?". Ningning emphasized self-acceptance and said it’s not admirable to insult others’ appearances. She also suggested people spend their time more positively instead of leaving hurtful comments. [Nate]

With the group BTS scheduled to perform in Gwanghwamun, the police have taken additional safety measures.

The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency recently sent an official document to the crime prevention and response divisions of local police stations prohibiting the release of privately owned firearms around the 21st, the day of the performance. [Nate]

I.O.I's Kim Doyeon surprises with new style at her press screening and press conference for the movie 'Eighteen Youth' was held on the 16th at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall in Yongsan-gu, Seoul. [Nate]

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