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Hyomin will fly to Pennsylvania to throw the first pitch in the Pittsburgh Pirates baseball game after a special request from Kang Jungho.
On the 13th of September, Hyomin will throw the first pitch at PNC Park in the game against Milwaukee. Pittsburgh Pirates player Kang Jungho requested Hyomin.
Hyomin will depart on the 11th and said "I feel honored to be abe to go to an amazing place to do this and will do my best not to cause any disturbance."
In June, Kang Jungho declared Jiyeon was his ideal type. T-ara just wrapped up their promotions for "So Crazy".

[PRESS] T-ara at MTV The Show (08/25)

 


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[15.08.21] Video - 티아라 Billboard Fan Army Face-Off 1위 감사 인사

(T-ara Billboard Fan Army Face-Off First Place Thank You Greetings)

 



 

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[twitter] MnetMcountdown Update feat. T-ARA (08/20)




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The main reason why T-ARA is well received in China is because of Number 9. Of course, there is also a group of fans who promotes their songs persistently. Gradually over time, more and more fans learnt about the songs and T-ARA. Number 9 in Chinese was a breakthrough and Little Apple lent a helping hand. After this comeback, they will be very busy in China. In fact, they are already participated (or will be participating) in a number of Chinese shows. The remaining tours in China and the Chinese album will judge how well T-ARA actually is in China. And not only in China, T-ARA is also more popular in many other countries than in Korea. T-ARA fancafe numbers are there to see.

[TWITTER] The Show Update feat. T-ara (08/11)

 

 



 



 

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[PRESS] T-ara Performance @ Korean Music Festival (08/09)

It will be broadcast on Inkigayo Special.








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Group T-ARA have opened up about the malicious comments about them.
T-ARA have released their 11th mini album ‘So Good’ on the 3rd of August and started their promotions with their title track ‘So Crazy’. ‘So Crazy’, being composed and written by Brave Brothers and Galactika, is a funky dance song with an outstanding brass sound. They aspire to captivate the public with such exciting music that’s enough to cool off the summer heat.
We met with T-ARA on the 7th at the waiting room of a music show, they revealed their thoughts on having a Korean comeback for the first time in a while. Eunjung opened up first saying “Actually, as we were having Chinese activities, we wanted to create more chances for us to meet our Korean fans and so ended up having a comeback. We didn’t prepare long enough for these activities so we’re very stressed and nervous. As you know, we’re having a comeback along with eminent seniors which makes us very nervous. Nevertheless, (people) showed us more interests than we expected so we’re very happy, nervous, and fluttered.”
T-ara, who have mostly worked with Shinsadong Tiger all that time, are working with Brave Brothers for the first time as a group with ‘So Crazy’. Hyomin worked with Brave Brothers before on her latest solo song ‘Nice Body’.
Regarding their first work with Brave Brothers, Soyeon explained “First, the song is very good. I guess T-ARA are definitely blessed with music. Beside Hyomin’s solo album and personal project album, this is our first time working with Brave Brothers. I think this song is meant for us. It went to other groups and came back to us again. It suits our colour well.” Eunjung added “It has Brave Brother’s own colour to it combined with our own retro sounds, which allowed us to showcase our own colour so it’s great.”
Due to a scandal surrounding a member’s withdrawal from the group, T-ARA couldn’t free themselves from malicious comments. They reflected enough upon their mistakes and promised to make up for it through devoting themselves and working harder; however, they revealed that it was hard for them to put up with malicious comments directed at their families.
Eunjung said “Actually, we even considered taking legal actions. However, it’s laughable for us to say we’re suing people now after it’s already too late. That’s because there were times where they actually were too severe. Rather than saying we overcame malicious comments, we just think that they’re not worth putting up with.” She continued, “When we think that we should locate keyboard warriors and sue them, we think of our families seeing (those comments). Whenever we feel that we need a solution for this, we start thinking of our families. For us, we can filter out (the comments) to some point; however, our families can’t, so we thought it over and over.”
Later, Eunjung said “We became immune by our own. We grew used to it since few years have passed. Although we do get hurt…” Soyeon confessed, “We still get hurt all the same. In the past and now, we didn’t change. We’ve been patient all along, but when we see our families getting hurt by it, we start considering seeking for legal help just like other celebrities. We are being tolerant up till now. Our hearts still hurt at the malicious comments that are too absurd.”
Regarding what goal do T-ARA want to reach in this time’s activities, Soyeon explained “Actually, the song is such a waste. We are worried that this song will not receive love due to the several handicaps of ours. We were given many good songs that could’ve received enough love have they been released in the past during the time we used to receive to much interests and love, we are worried that our song will not receive love. I wish people can put away their bias(/prejudice) and like the song.” Eunjung revealed her wishes saying “Because we are a group that have been hearing people say ‘T-ARA’s songs are really good’ all throughout that time, we want to hear such words again this time regardless of any handicap.”
Eunjung said “Of course, we do have the greed to win no.1. We wish we can just get into top 10.” Soyeon revealed “It’s hard for girl groups to have high music chart entries. Our song debuted at 39 in the charts, we were so happy and screaming just by that alone. It’s extremely hard for a new song to enter top 100 in the charts lately. We released an album in Korea for the first time in a while, we’re happy and excited just but this alone. Of course, it’s great if we can receive more love. I think we should put in more efforts.”

Source: Newsen
Translation: FY!T-ARA

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T-ara have absolutely gone crazy. T-ara is having their summer comeback with crazy visuals, bodies and dance. Dispatch shares some pictures during their MV filming on 25th of July at Namyangju.

1. Concept: Absolutely Retro
Once again, T-ara's new song will have a retro feel to it. A funky rhythm within brass sounds; it's a song composed by hit-song maker Brave Brothers.
The MV is a story of T-ara in a navy school. It's something like a T-ara version of 200 Pounds Beauty. A "T-ara Contest" flyer had sealed their fate. After discovering the contest, they decided to transform together!

2. Visuals: Absolute Marine Look
You will be seeing the thighs of the young girls at the navy school throughout the MV. They will be showcasing a variety of marine and sailor looks during this comeback.

3. Bodies: Absolutely Nice
Their bodies are also crazy! All the members underwent a diet for this comeback and have been doing intensive weight training to get toned bodies.

4. Choreography: Absolutely Disco
Visuals - checked! Now on to the choreography. It will be an addictive dance like Bo Peep Bo Peep and Roly Poly. Have you seen it before?

a. Stab/Poke Dance
This is the highlight dance. A reminiscent of the retro disco dance, right? Lightly rocking their hips while stabbing their index fingers upwards.

b. Hip Dance
It's a sexy dance? The hip dance puts emphasis on T-ara's feminine beauty. First, stick out and point your thumb upwards while swaying your hips sideways~
See the full set of the 35 behind scene photos in our gallery!
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Source: Dispatch

Hyomin's message:


Jjan!!! Hello everyone, I am Hyomin.
Everyone have been well, right?? (Using a kindergarten teacher's tone)
Seems like it's been a long time since I've written a note like this.
We're having a comeback soon and we're feeling both excited yet anxious...
All those that have exactly the same feelings and thinking as me, I came to give you strength! Cheer you on!
And to receive your strength..! To receive your cheers.....
Yes... So I came here...
Very surprised that we were having a sudden comeback, right?
We thought so too.. Nevertheless, we had previously practised a little bit for "So Crazy", so do not worry, we will work hard to do it well and we are prepared for this comeback.
We really want to quickly release a second full album but...
How awesome does it have to be if we made you all wait for so long like this, really...
I'm also looking forward to it hehehe.
Let's dash forward towards a second full album....
We want to quickly release music as good as our first full album
Of course, this time's mini album will have great songs too! Please wait a while more for a full album, let's think of this as a bonus time (while waiting)!!
Even though I'm saying this, but we're really practising very hard and preparing heukheuk
However, if your expectations are high, the disappointment will be bigger so...
Please do not have too high expectations for this time's album.. I'm going to say it this way and run away... kiki
Nevertheless! Tomorrow is finally our small but awesomely special meeting! We'll be eating together, right!!
Tomorrow is our joyful time kyaaaaa
Fans that did not managed to get in, please don't be too upset.
Because we will have more events like this in the future!! Promise!! Stamp! kwakwakwa And make copies ddaengddaengddaeng
After the lunch is over, it'd finally be our first pre-recording (comeback stage)... It's the day of our first performance and I can't sleep, but I might suddenly faint without knowing it
Hope everyone will sleep early too.
It's quite late right now but..
I hope you will have a happy time as much as we will have.
Even if our rankings are not good, or if the (public) reactions are not good...
Let's give each other our understanding and warmth!!
We also want to stand in front of everyone and not feel embarrassed regardless of who we see... So let's strive towards that^^
Please give us a lot pretty (cheers and support), many many many!!!
I'm saying this and while thinking of tomorrow, I suddenly feel like I need to stay under my blanket...
Everyone should also be under their blankets and go to sleep!!
Throw yourselves under your blanket!!!!!
Now then~~~~ Let's meet tomorrow with bright faces~~~~
I'll come again!! Bye!!
I love you
BByong!! BByong!!
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Source: Daum Cafe

T-ara is known as the group to always try out fun and out of the box concepts and so fans had high anticipations for the "So Crazy" comeback this August.
The first teaser images have been revealed and "So Crazy" has a concept foreign and domestic fans have not seen before. T-ara will return with a nautical/marine concept.
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In the group photo, each member is wearing a different colored marine outfit inside of a cruise ship while in the solo photos for Jiyeon and Eunjung they wear the classic blue and white charming outfits.
T-ara's comeback song with Brave Brothers is a fun and distinctive dance song that is expected to cool off the summer. They will reveal their new song first at a comeback showcase on August 3rd.

Ahead of T-ara's comeback there has been a struggle with whether to comeback with Brave Brothers produced song or a Shinsadong Tiger produced song.
It has been a tough decision to decide which will better suit T-ara this summer for a title track but in the long run, Brave Brothers was chosen. The title track will be called "Completely Crazy". This is the first time T-ara has worked with Brave Brothers as a group. Last summer, Hyomin released "Nice Body" which was produced by Brave Brothers.
There has also been two selca pictures of Jiyeon released that are making fans wonder if the concept will be marine or sailor!
Shinsadong Tiger has previously produced a number of hits for T-ara including "Bo Peep Bo Peep", "Roly-Poly", "Lovey Dovey", "Sexy Love", and last year's "Sugarfree".
Shinsadong Tiger competed his song "1, 2, 3" with Brave Brothers for T-ara's title track but instead it is expected to be released on T-ara's Chinese album later.
"Completely Crazy" is a cool and exciting summer dance song with a funky brass instrumental.

T-ara clinched first place on a collaboration poll between YinYueTai and Gaon! Queen's have became the most beautiful fanbase.
T-ara have more than 10 MVs that made it to the YinYueTai V-Chart 48th week in 2014, making them very worthy of winning first place! From solos to sub-units and full-group performances, T-ara has travelled to many countries across the world, allowing the group to shine brightly in many locations. They are indeed the queens of numerous transformations and worthy of the 'Tiara'.
Furthermore, T-ara has clinched 2 awards at the YinYueTai V-Chart Awards 2015, namely 'Star Artist of the Year' and 'Most Popular Korean Artist', while T-ara's member Jiyeon won the 'Best Korean Female Artist' award with her Never Ever solo album.
This time, T-ara has also won the latest voting poll with more than 2 million votes and have emerged as the champion! Once again, T-ara has proven their immense popularity among the Chinese fans.
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Source: YinYueTai

T-ara’s Eunjung has been casted in a lead role on KBS 2TV’s daily drama I Love You From Today. Eunjung’s close friendship with producer Choi Jiyoung is one of the reasons for her special casting on the KBS 2TV’s daily drama. Eunjung will be taking the role of Min Chaewon, one of the main characters in the second half of the drama. Eunjung has finished the first round of filming on the 18th.
Eunjung’s character in the drama is a confident, free-willed, straightforward and cheerful gynaecologist. Although she has an unrequited love relationship with her university senior Kang Dojin (Park Jinwoo), she has a very opened mind about love. In the drama, Eunjung, along with Kang Dojin and Yoon Seunghye (Im Semi) will be involved in a very exciting and climatic love triangle.
Following her casting in KBS’s ‘Dream High’ in 2011 as Yoon Baekhee, Eunjung will be back on KBS’s screen after 4 years. Eunjung expressed her heartfelt feelings, “I’m very happy and motivated. Because the role that I’ll be taking in the drama’s second half will be a very key character, I’m even more motivated and I hope that I’ll perform well.”
Meanwhile, as a member o T-ara, Eunjung is also preparing for a group comeback. T-ara will be having their comeback on the first week of August, a break of almost a year since T-ara’s previous comeback.
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Source: DongA

Yaaaaasssssss Bish Yaaaaaaaaaassssss!!! best news of da day, just made my day 

T-ara will join the idol group comeback rush this summer by coming back in the first week of August - 3 weeks away!
T-ara had promotions nearly a year ago with "Sugar Free" followed by the unit activities with the Chinese-Korean project album "Little Apple". After that, they focused on Chinese promotions and Eunjung promoted as a soloist named Elsie.
After almost a year, T-ara will comeback in August. Originally it was planned in October but T-ara has a full schedule in China in the second half of the year including performances, concert tour dates, dramas, and CFs.
MBK Entertainment announced that T-ara's concept will be fun, unique, and exciting - a "cool" song for a "hot summer."

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T-ara’s cute jewel Boram who’s always been hidden between the members of T-ARA, maybe because of her small height. She, who said it was her first time having a photoshoot of her own, was a little nervous; however, she was certainly full with anticipations.
We wanted to find the hidden side to Boram. Because she undeniably looks like a small lady on the outside, yet is is a full-fledged mature ‘woman’.
In the first concept in which she’s wearing a yellow dress, she looked like a girl who accidentally ended up on the red carpet of an award ceremony. With her cute, pretty, mysterious, doll-like appearance and her slender legs, she welcomed the wide world. The second concept showcased her charms perfectly. She expressed the feeling of being on a trip to a small and adorable world, just like that of Alice In Wonderland.
In the third concept near a dart game board, we can see Boram’s facial expressions showing her enjoying herself. She delivered an unfamiliar yet interesting feeling. The last concept was the concept of a mature woman which Boram’s never tried before. As she exuded the mature and womanly side that was hidden inside of her, we were able to discover a confident and elegant Boram.
During the interview, she couldn’t hide her awkwardness when she said “During interviews, the members are always the ones who do (all the talk)…I’m not sure what am I supposed to say.”
Soon enough, she started telling her own stories in a relaxed and composed manner. Saying that it is her role to work harder, that she should go forward slowly without being greedy.
You said this is your first time having a photoshoot of your own


I always did (phoot)shoots with the members. The other members have had lots of photoshoots by themselves. Jiyeon and Eunjung had BNT photoshoots as well. When I received the photoshoot offer, I insisted that I wanted to do it.
How does it feel now that you did it 


It’s a completely new experience to me. I had no idea about anything but it was really fun. If I get to have such an opportunity again, I think I’d be less unexperienced than now. I actually had a fixed thought. I thought that if a certain concept doesn’t suit me, then it will never look good on me no matter what. But now that I got to try different concepts, it’s really fun.
You’re 30 years old now. Now you must have grown sick of being called ‘baby-face’ 


No. I want to hear it until the day I die. (Laughs)
Don’t you have any complexes about your height?


I’ve already grown too resolute about it. I’m just a ‘small child’. Rather than changing this image, I want to upgrade to a better image instead. I like eating and I eat well, but my height still can’t be helped.
You’re holding activities in China right now, it is said that you’re popular over there


We’re preparing for a China tour concert with Nanjing as a start. They liked us better than we thought. It’s amazing.
There was a period of time in which it was hard for you to promote in Korea due to a group conflict. How is it now? 


I think things are getting better with time. Between ourselves, we are determined to work hard before thinking of this and that. We tell ourselves to work hard wherever we are.
Didn’t you feel unfair(/victimised) somehow?


Not at all. We’re afraid that if we think that way we might get trapped in our own beliefs become close-minded, so we are just determined to work harder.
The members must have grown closer with each other


We’ve always been close. Rather than growing close because of that matter, we’re telling ourselves to persistently walk forward while showing a good side to us and without making the people around us worry.
Your younger sister is an idol as well (D-unit Ram). Do you have a good relationship?


Usually, when siblings are only a year apart, they’d fight a lot. It actually hasn’t been long since our relationship’s gotten better. Now we’re closer than ever. I feel a little bad for my sister. She’s a rookie yet isn’t having much activities, so she’s having a hard time. I also went through the same so I feel sorry for her. Nevertheless, it’s a relief that we can relate to each other and share our feelings.
Did you inherit your talents from your parents


Actually, it’s my sister who inherited my parents’ talents. It’s just that she never had enough chances to show it. I hope my sister can get enough chances to showcase her talents. In my case, it’s just that I had great luck.
Haven’t you performed together with your father (Jeon Youngrok) before?


I did at my father’s 40th anniversary concert. I was almost not able to go as it was overlapping with our Hong Kong schedule, but it’s been a relief. I went together with my members, my father was really happy. I was grateful too. I didn’t have anything to do for my father as his daughter before, but I was really happy that I got to make him happy like this, it felt new.
Were your celebrity parents against the idea of you becoming a singer at first? 


They were surprised. They said they thought I wouldn’t work in the entertainment industry. Because they know how my personality is. I, too, never knew I’d do this job. It’s not that I never had any interests before, but my case, my dreams have grew bigger as I worked in this job.
Were your parents of great help to you ?


People think that “since her parents are celebrities, she must have learnt a lot from them.” Honestly, I didn’t learn anything from them. They instead advise me dispassionately and precisely. They once talked to me so coldly that I cried.
How is your personality like?


I am more mature than I look like. Seeing how I look like, people would think that I’m young on the inside as well. When I’m with the members too I’d often hear that “Jiyeon is younger than you but she’s more mature,” but I think it’s a prejudice. I certainly have something to offer as an unnie.
You must be like a family now (referring to T-ara)


I see them more often than my family. I’m originally not the type to become close with people. However, I feel that I’m very close with our members. I’m very shy around strangers but seeing how close I’m grown with the members, even I find it surprising.
Do you go for a drink with members


Strangely enough, we never had a drink amongst ourselves before. We’d eat, watch movies, and hang out with each other often but surprisingly, we never had a drink together. Instead, we play around just as if we’ve drunk.
What about your solo plans?


What solo… the younger members are doing a great job. But it’s not that all of the members have to go solo. What should I say. Shall I say that I know my distance. It’s not that I don’t have any greed, it’s just that I don’t think it’s time yet. I think that I have to improve better first.
What about acting?


For acting, I really want to do it. I filmed a web-drama a while ago, and it was really fun. I don’t know much (about acting), so I think a lot that I want to learn it and that I want to do it. My mom said this since she’s an actress. That for acting, rather than learning it, the knowledge you gain from experiencing it in real life is better. I somehow know how that feels like.
What about dating?


Right now, I have no interests at all. Sometimes I wonder if I’m a little strange. The members say that it feels lonely but it’s just troublesome for me (to date) now. It doesn’t necessarily have to be a man, I feel happier hanging out with my friends and with the members.
What is your ideal type?


Once more, I think I’m really strange. I don’t have an ideal type either. Unless you tell me to specifically pick someone.
Then pick someone.


Yoo Hae-jin sunbae-nim. I like the relaxed and easy-to-talk-to feel to him. My standards for outer looks have already disappeared.
What is your current worry?


I want to try different things but there’s some restrictions. Escpecially since I’m the older one but I haven’t shown anything yet, so I think that I’m doing nothing but growing older, I experience such thoughts a lot these times. Will this be my first time having a personal photoshoot if otherwise. I hope that I quickly get more opportunities.
Your future plans?


We’re planning to focus on an Asia tour including China. Also, the web-drama starring the 6-memebrs is on its way to finishing. You’ll be able to watch it soon. We’ll release an album this year as well. This period of time seems to be staying still, but we’re just planning to work hard. We will do our best, I hope you can look on us positively.
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Source: BNTnews
Translation: FY!T-ARA

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T-ara will begin their Chinese tour on June 20th beginning in with a sold-out date in Nanjing, China.
According to Staraz, on the 20th, T-ara will begin their Great Chinese Tour with the first date in Nanjing, China. It is their first date out of their eight city tour in China.
T-ara plan to take the stage and perform a number of their hit songs and other special performances for the fans in each city. The next day, they will have a fansign event for fans in the area.
Their second date will be on July 11th in Beijing. After that they have dates in other cities such as Macau, Wuhan, Guangzhou, Hong Kong and etc.
Additionally, T-ara will have a press conference at Nanjing's Sofitel Galaxy Hotel regarding their tour tomorrow (19th).

Part 1 - Interview
Stars representing Korea’s entertainment industry, how do their pets look like. ‘Star Pet Story’, which started off out of mere curiosity, introduces celebrities’ pets as well as focuses on how they live trusting and relying on each other. Furthermore, it allows people to listen to the stars’ own honest stories about their pets through an interview, and aims to resolve together with a behaviour-correcting expert the unrevealed worries of their relationships with their pets.
Getting off at the Dapsimni station, line 5, and walking for few minutes, you will find a cafe called ‘Congzon(co-existence)’ located under a dog shelter. At Congzon, you can often see those who are out to spend time with their dogs. While sharing time with their dogs, the owners would feel sorry over realising that they might have been negligent toward their dogs all that time. The trivial but precious worries that people have for their dogs as well as the warm looks they give them, these could be a beautiful start to co-existence.
T-ARA’s Hyomin (27) has visited Congzon along with her 4-years-old dog, Youngmini. Youngmini, whom Hyomin received as a gift, is a male dog from the Japanese Chin breed. She gave him the name ‘Young-mini’ meaning he is the ‘young’ brother of the papillon dog she was already raising, Mini. Hyomin was living in a dormitory during the time she received him as a gift, and so he was raised by her parents at first. 2 years later, Hyomin started living together with her parents and Young-mini, who already turned into an adult at that time.
Youngmini is like a naughty younger brother to Hyomin, who grew up as an only-child, and like a reliable son to her parents. When Hyomin was in her teenage years and had a lack of conversations with her parents, Mini was a good companion for her parents. And when she was away from her parents for long periods due to her long overseas schedule, Youngmini played the role of the reliable son, which makes her feel very grateful towards him. And so, Youngmini and Mini are like brothers and family who connect Hyomin with her parents in a yet different way.
Hyomin seemed to feel burdened at heart about the 2 years in which she hasn’t lived with Youngmini. About what tendencies and habits has he developed and how did he develop them, all she knows is what she heard from her parents. She says although it’s a relief he grew up healthily due to his tendency to easily get along with everyone, including strangers, and without being sensitive, she still cannot overlook the notable problems he has sometimes.
Upon seeing the female greyhound, Kelly, who came along with trainer Kwon Hyukpil, Youngmini stopped his activities. Kelly, who was roaming around and exploring her surroundings, was exceptionally scary to him. Although Youngmini  would quickly follow along everywhere, he was frightened and hiding under tables and behind people’s legs when Kelly ran around after seeing him. Hyomin looked worried upon seeing the passive side to Youngmini, who would otherwise act differently around people.
Hyomin: The Japanese Chin breed is said to be an active kind of breed. Youngmini, too, is a very naughty kid who isn’t usually shy around strangers, so he’s the type to get along with everyone and is easily approachable. He’s also the type to joke around with other puppies, especially his older brother, Mini, he jokes around with him a lot. Mini is very timid, but it happens a lot that Youngmini would go up on the sofa and tease him. Youngmini is also way stronger than Mini, so it feels strange seeing him intimidated. How to establish the seniority between the dogs?
Kwon Hyukpil: Just now, Youngmini could be seen turning his back whenever Kelly approaches him, when this happens, it’s wrong for the owner to hug him and dodge the problem. It’s way better for the owner to just walk around (allowing the puppies to solve it by themselves). There’s also a way to distract the puppy’s attention when trying scatter his food on the floor. When you scatter pieces of their snacks on the floor, they would grow closer as they eat together. Puppies are considered social animals so they need time to adapt and adjust themselves; however, when it comes to seniority, it’s important that they are left to establish it by themselves without the interference of humans.
What causes the biggest worry to Hyomin is the way Youngmini acts during strolls. During stroll, Youngmini causes worry by holding back his urge to pee sometimes. At home, he would usually settle his urination and defecation needs perfectly without any mistakes; however, he never urinated before during his outdoor strolls with Hyomin except for one time only. Other than that, Youngmini and Mini have irregular eating habits and rain-sound phobia respectively, causing Hyomin to worry as well.
(Photo Caption) Showing off Youngmini’s merit, Hyomin said, "Youngmini is very optimistic, he’s a healthy kid I’m thankful for”
Hyomin: Youngmini’s urination-defecation training has been easy since the beginning. Since he first came to our house, he would always do his business in the place specified for it. I think he was born with it. (Laughs). At home, he’s the type to know well where to and where not to urinate/defecate, so I though that he might just find it rather uncomfortable to do it outdoors. Seeing how the owners are supposed to clean after their pets outdoors, I would think in my head that “All good, it’s better this way”; however, I still worry about it. It’s hard to hold it in for a long time.
Kwon Hyukpil: When it comes to urination, it’s highly possible that he gets cystitis if he holds it in for too long. Usually for home-raised dogs, their owners would tell them to come back whenever they go near grass thickets or grass during outdoor strolls. Puppies would sniff scents and even feel traces of cats everywhere they go, when you restrain them from doing this, they will not be able to feel mentally relaxed. Strolling on sand with your puppy will solve such problem in about 3 days.
Hyomin: Neither of Mini nor Youngmini have greed for food. Although Youngmini teases Mini a lot, he would still treat him as his older brother when having their meals or snacks. (Laughs). When Mini is eating, Youngmini wouldn’t attack him and would just wait instead. Anyhow, Youngmini doesn’t eat well so I have to personally feed him with my hands for him to eat. He once didn’t eat at all so I, out of worry, approached him telling him to eat but then he growled at me, I was shocked.
Kwon Hyukpil: Youngmini is now accustomed to free-feeding instead of restricted-feeding. When practicing free-feeding, he will see that there’s always food on his food bowel so he would fail to link food with surviving. He will naturally come to eat less than the ideal portion of food he should have. Or he might come to not eat at all. If you switch to restricted-feeding and clean his food bowel, he will naturally start looking look for food. This food habit could also be changed by acquired learning.
Hyomin: Since 2~3 years ago, Mini would always hide under tables whenever it rains. He would go under it and quiver, and if I ever just close the door, he would start clawing at the door for about an hour. He might have a rain-sound trauma, but he would predict rain just before it rains. It’s rainy season soon, I want to quickly put Mini’s mind at ease. This kid is exceptionally timid, sensitive, and also barks a lot so it makes me worried.
Kwon Hyukpil: In this case, you can record rain-sounds and play it for him under a low volume, then offer him whatever he likes after that. For example, if he likes toys then throw him a toy and slowly raise the volume, if he gets taken aback upon hearing the sounds, then lower the volume again. Providing him with a stimulus from a low to a higher state, systematically, will gradually get him accustomed. (This method) doesn’t work overnight, it needs at least 2 weeks to work. If you do it for 5~10 minutes everyday then you will start noticing a change in about 5 days.
(Photo Caption) During the interview, Hyomin confessed her feelings about Youngmini saying he’s special to her. She said, “As I’m an only-child, Youngmini is the most reassuring existence to me when I feel lonely,” she added “More than anything, when I have lots of overseas schedules, he would fill in the job of the youngest son at home. I’m very grateful.”
Hyomin followed Trainer Kwon Hyukpil to the training session of basics etiquette. The training session uses a clicker that makes a rattling sound when clicked, whenever the dogs hear the rattling sound of the clicker, they are reminded of their snack reward and hence are able to learn the lesson quickly. Hyomin carefully observed the trainer’s demonstration and while putting what she learned into action, she proved how much of a quick learner she is. Smart Kelly showed quick reactions in response to Hyomin’s instructions, which created a harmonious atmosphere.
Kwon Hyukpil: The most important thing about behaviour-correcting is the guardian’s strong will in training. Behaviour-correcting depends 30% on the puppy and 70% on the guardian. If the person or the environment doesn’t change, then the puppy wouldn’t change either. In a case like Youngmini’s, he’s very social around people but not so much around other puppies. It’ll be good to help him through socialising training so that he can act normally even in unfamiliar environments. If you visit dog cafes too often, then it might show a reverse-effect. I’m saying this again, but the most important thing in this is the person himself.
Hyomin: The only time I ever attended schedules with my dog was for a photoshoot, but I’m so happy that I got to come here with him and spend time together. More than anything, I feel so relieved that I got to find the reason behind the problems that were troubling me and got to find their solutions as well. I want to quickly go back home to put Youngmini and Mini mentally at ease, and spend time to understand them better. Now to think of it, everything had a reason behind it, I feel sorry that I neglectfully overlooked that.
Even after she left Gongzon, Hyomin still showed interest in the dogs shelter located upstairs. She said that she has so much interests in dogs but not enough opportunities to put it into action. All of the T-ARA members live with their dogs, she hinted that, if given the chance, she wants to perform good deeds with the member who’s the most interested in dogs, Soyeon. She also said that she wants to show even more interests in Youngmini and Mini, whom she will leave to her parents as T-ARA will be mostly promoting in the Great China Region this year. And so, Hyomin left home with Youngmini.




PART 2 (Photo-story)
Someday in early June, just around time the summer heat hits in earnest, we met with T-ARA’s Hyomin (27). Hyomin introduced her 4-years-old Japanese Chin dog, Youngmini, whom she had cuddled in her arms. Taking after his cheerful owner, he approached everyone first to greet us while gently wagging his tail. He left a good impression with his charming lovely looks as well has his gentle, soft, and optimistic propensity.
The interview continued even in such a hot weather. Although the behaviour-correcting training is tiring, Hyomin and Youngmini seemed to enjoy it. Youngmini didn’t act like a crybaby at all and instead smiled while giving cute poses together with his owner. He cutely ran around between people, receiving everyone’s love. Hyomin looked at Youngmini warmly with a calm smile on.
Hyomin and Youngmini, the lovely siblings showed a happy energy. Youngmini would become shy and timid upon seeing unfamiliar dogs around; however, once he’s with Hyomin, he’d return back to his original optimistic self. The reason he was able to adapt quickly even at the unfamiliar Gongzon, was the trust he has in his owner. to Hyomin, Youngmini is a more than just a dog, he is like her younger brother. Youngmini seemed to have a strong trust in Hyomin as well. The heartwarming sight of the two tells about their special relationship, that is more than just an owner and dog relationship.


“Hello. This is T-ARA’s Hyomin. The weather’s so hot, isn’t it?”


“Youngmini, you too say hi. Hello~ I’m Hyomin noona’s youngest brother! Do you know the Japanese Chin dog breed?”


“Youngmini, are you already feeling hot. Let’s go take behaviour-correcting training!”


"Our Youngmini is scared. Don’t be scared, noona is here.”


“Trainer Kwon Hyukpil’s dog, udeung, is indeed unique. How can do such a good job! So admirable”


Youngmini is a Hyomin fan, he cares about no one but noona


Youngmini is aware of the camera, shall we pull a real pose? Is it done like this? He’s facing us!


Hyomin noona is fresh, Youngmini is stiff


“Hyomin noona, I’m starting to feel hot now.”


“My youngmini has a very long tongue, shall I imitate him too?”


“Huk, Hyomin noona don’t do this. I don’t like having ugly pictures of me~”


Hyomin and Youngmini, they have similar big eyes ~


The most romantic moment between owner♥dog, does our brother/sister relationship look good?


“Youngmini, are you tired? Shall we go home?”


“So, I’m going home now! Had a fun training today~. Youngmini, you worked hard too.”
***
Source: News1 (1, 2)
Translation: FY!T-ARA

[15.06.11] Eunjung and Hyomin share a cute and hilarious report of their recent Hong Kong trip
 

 
@Hong Kong International Airport
 


 
“Are all of these really our fans?”


 
Ah! I got caught.
Although my mouth is covered with the mask,
my eyes are smiling.


 
Yes. We received a passionate (welcome) in Hong Kong.
Thinking of the moment we arrived at the airport,
I still get goosebumps.


 
Hello.
This is ’T-ARA’ Hyomin.
You’re asking whether I have an ‘issue’?
Yes, itshu!!


 
On the 7th~6th of this month, we spent a hot day in Hong Kong. We participated in the Hong Kong 2015 Youth Music Festival and had a production press conference about the T-ARA web-drama. You’re curious about our trip report, aren’t you? From here onwards, follow me~


 
This picture is from the airport.
More than 800 fans have gathered.
And around 40 local reporters were there.


 
We first went into our rooms.
And quickly unpacked our baggage.
The next course?^^


 
Tada!
I’m in front of the 2015 Hong Kong Music Festival venue.
T-ara are at the top (in the picture)


We also spotted Kookie oppa from Running Manㅋㅋ


Here is the waiting room.
Eunjung unnie,
you’re already preparing yourself?


 
“Did you have fatal fruits as your inflight meal??” [T/N: implying Eunjung is looking fatally attractive]


 

 
At the back,
I was praying
“I hope my makeup looks good.”



Now, shall we have fun!


 

 
The show has finally started.
'Sugar Free’, 'Number 9’, and 'Roly Poly’
We sang a total of 3 songs consecutively.


 
The atmosphere at the venue?
You’ve never heard the Chinese singalong, have you?
Then don’t say anything!


 


Strangely enough, you can hear (us speaking) Chinese. 


It makes us even more excited.
That we won the ‘Asia idol’ award.



And so, we were able to be interviewed by so many reporters like this. We’re sincerely thankful to our Korean and Chinese fans. Really, really.


So, up till now,
this was Reporter Hyomin with you.
Eunjung unnie will be telling us about the 7th of May event~


 
"Elsie unnie, come out!”


 
Hello. This is ‘T-ARA’ Eunjung and ‘Elsie’. I will be vividly reporting to you about the the press conference that took place on the 7th this month. Trust and follow me.


Here is one of the shopping malls in Hong kong.


 
Are they having a blowout sale, by any chance?


 
So many people have gathered.


 

 
Ah, spotted an Eunjung fan


 
Yes. This place is where T-ARA’s web-drama press conference took place. So many Chinese fans have gathered here to see us.


 
My facial expression control is
no.no.no.
my face looks stiff.


We’ve truly never felt this welcomed in a long time.


 
An interview took place as well.


 

 
shall we call this self-luminous~


 
Wait a minute!! you’re asking what T-ara’s web-drama is about? I’ll explain.


 
It will have T-ARA as the leads.
6 different stories
for all 6 members
It will be in omnibus format.


 
‘Black Holiday’ which played on screen that day had Qri unnie as the lead. You can trust me on this, It’s fun.


 
Oh right, 'Five Doll’s Seunghee, too, will have an important role in the drama. To give a hint, the mediator that links all 6 stories together?


 

 
So! It’s photo-time now. Everyone line up


 

 
“Rambbo unnie, the best baby face”


 

 
That’s a nice heart


 
Everything we did in Hong Kong will remain to us as unforgettable memories. We’re also waiting for the day we meet with our Korean fans again. This was Reporter Eunjung with you.
 
***
Article written by: T-ara's Hyomin and Eunjung
Source: 이슈잇슈 via Daum
Translation by FY!T-ARA

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