• Lee Hyori Opens Up About Cooking for Lee Sang Soon Every Day—But Here’s Why She Feels Lonely

    Lee Hyori recently gave fans a glimpse into her daily life as a homemaker during her guest appearance on her husband Lee Sang Soon's radio show, A Perfect Day with Lee Sang Soon.

    On January 16, the iconic singer joined her husband’s MBC FM4U radio program, sharing candid stories about her routines and feelings.

    “I usually listen to the show at home, so being here today feels really nice,” Lee Hyori said. “I listen every day to make sure my husband is doing okay. I’m like his personal monitor, praying he doesn’t say anything odd on-air,” she joked.

    When Lee Sang Soon asked if she’d noticed any changes in him, she sweetly replied, “You’re always calm and steady, which is something I love about you. There haven’t been any dramatic changes, but that’s a good thing. Listeners appreciate consistency, and your small mistakes here and there make everything feel more relatable.”

    Lee Hyori then opened up about life at home, revealing her dedication to cooking for her husband. “Since Sang Soon started DJing about two months ago, I’ve been cooking every day. My cooking skills are definitely improving. I’ve also come to deeply respect all the homemakers in Korea because even deciding on a menu is so hard. I always want to serve something different every day.”

    She shared a funny story about visiting the fish market, saying, “I bought 40 croakers (dorumuk) and thought it wasn’t enough, so I went back and ended up with 160 croakers after three trips! I semi-dried and grilled them, but Sang Soon joked he felt like croaker eggs might come out of his mouth from eating so many,” she laughed.

    Lee Sang Soon chimed in, saying, “She makes so many side dishes because she’s so quick. Honestly, I’m happy with just one or two simple dishes.”

    Lee Hyori responded with a smile but also a touch of seriousness. “I try to make one more side dish for you, but hearing this makes me realize something. Homemakers might not be physically tired—it’s the mental loneliness that’s really hard.”

    Her candid confession resonated with many, showcasing a different side of the couple’s life together and highlighting the silent challenges homemakers face.

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  • BTS's Jimin Breaks Records AGAIN by Staying #1 in Global Popularity Poll for 179 Weeks - His Fandom Is Unstoppable

    BTS's Jimin has proven once again why he's one of the most popular idols in the world, breaking another incredible record in the global popularity poll!

    For the second week of January 2025 (January 6 - January 12), Jimin took the top spot in the global K-pop idol popularity poll 'KDOL,' receiving an impressive 43,121,505 hearts. This marks his 179th consecutive week at #1, showing his powerful and dedicated fanbase.

    With a total of 17,761,518,872 hearts, Jimin remains in the Hall of Fame, keeping a massive 5.4 billion heart lead over second place. His reign at the top continues, further cementing his position as one of the biggest K-pop stars of all time.

    As of January 17, Jimin holds the following records:

    • Most accumulated votes: 17,761,518,872
    • Most daily rankings at #1: 1,191 times
    • Most weekly rankings at #1: 179 times
    • Most monthly rankings at #1: 39 times
    • Most daily votes: 2,686,681,922
    • Most weekly votes: 2,749,178,562
    • Most monthly votes: 3,066,876,445
    • Most votes on his birthday: 2,686,681,922
    • Longest streak at #1 in daily rankings: 61 days

    Jimin also holds 9 Hall of Fame titles, showcasing his unmatched popularity and consistency.

    The global K-pop idol popularity voting app, KDOL, is used in countries like the U.S., Japan, Southeast Asia, and Korea, where fans vote in real-time. Votes from daily, weekly, and monthly rankings are combined to decide who stays on top.

    Also, Jimin’s ad, based on his impressive monthly KDOL ranking from November, can be seen at Sadang Station in Seoul until January 17, further showing his worldwide influence.

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