K-pop news stories that appeared in American press this past week.
Malaysian Fan Girls May Face An Arrest Due To Physical Interaction With The B1A4 Members
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The Korea Times US published an article about some Malaysian girls who may face an arrest due to hugging and having physical interaction with the B1A4 members during a recent fan meeting in the country.
The controversy began after a video was uploaded to YouTube.
The video is receiving criticism because it is believed that K-pop is teaching young Muslims to go against their Islamic teachings. B1A4 held a fan meeting in Kuala Lumbur on January 10th; which some female fans came on stage to meet and greet the members.
Ladies Code's Manager Is Sentenced To A Year And Two Months In Jail
News media Classicalite featured an article regarding Ladies' Code's manager as he was sentenced to a year and two months in prison.
The manager, Park, was determined to have caused the deaths of members RiSE and EunB in September 2014 by recklessly driving. During the police investigation, Park said, "Because the speed seemed too fast, I had stepped on the brake, but the car slipped."
The 'Queen of K-pop' Lee Hyori Turned Down For Ssangyong Corporation Endorsement
News media Bloomberg published an article regarding the 'Queen of K-pop' Lee Hyori as she was turned down as a model for South Korean SUV maker Ssangyong Motor Corporation.
Lee Hyori ignited on social media as she made an offer to endorse for Ssangyong’s new Tivoli crossover last month. Lee Hyori wanted to appear in commercials and even offered to wear a bikini. Though Ssangyong denied her offer. But one fan whose name is Park, would like the corporation to accept her offer this year.
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