This past weekend saw global street culture event ComplexCon take over Hong Kong for the city’s second year, bringing a slew of streetwear, art, food and music names from around the world. Originally a fashion industry gathering, ComplexCon has evolved into a vibrant festival, with its music lineup stealing the spotlight in HK. Anticipation soared with artists like Zico, Metro Boomin, Quavo, and the standout NJZ (formerly NewJeans) leading up to the event, peaking with Sunday’s unforgettable performances. If you’ve somehow dodged the K-pop news flood, then you’ll be just as shocked as us all to find out that the members of NJZ chose ComplexCon HK as the stage to officially announce their indefinite hiatus. Toss those tears though, as they did gift us with a new track titled “PIT STOP.” Dive deeper into their surprising reveal and new song here.

Meanwhile, from stage to sidewalks, China’s youth are redefining hustle in Dali, a tourist hotspot dubbed Dalifornia. Young travelers are flocking to its streets, pitching tents to peddle quirky “services” like freestyle rap, fortune-telling, and heartfelt listening sessions alongside traditional vendors. This surge in creative “begging” owes its spark to a hit C-drama that glamorized the trend, captivating a new wave of entrepreneurial spirits. Curious about this cultural twist? Click here for the full scoop.