{
  "id": 2062390,
  "title": "K-pop group Rescene and fans raise over US$64,000 for Geoje flood relief",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/20/k-pop-group-rescene-and-fans-raise-over-us-64-000-for-geoje-flood",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-20T03:07:06.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Channel News Asia",
    "slug": "channel-news-asia",
    "url": "https://www.channelnewsasia.com/entertainment/rescene-geoje-flood-donation-6330006"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "K-pop group Rescene and their enthusiastic fans, referred to as Remine, have contributed over US$64,560 to aid flood victims and recovery endeavors in Geoje, a South Korean city near the coast. The donation totaled 90 million won (about 64,560 USD) from the group and its supporters. Geoje encountered torrential rainfall between August 15 and 17, resulting in over 900mm of rain, causing floods, landslides, casualties, and significant property damage. Geoje Mayor Byeon Gwang-yong expressed gratitude for Rescene's warm-hearted support, stating that the group's contribution would provide great consolation and strength to the city's citizens. The group's popularity has surged this year, thanks to a viral video featuring lead vocalist Woni and Minami dressed as gyarus, a Japanese youth subculture. This led to the creation of the popular catchphrase \"Geoje yaho,\" which became widely used across South Korea. Rescene's music has also gained prominence, with their 2024 single \"Love Attack\" topping South Korea's Melon chart, while \"Pretty Girl\" and \"Deja Vu\" also climbed into the top five.",
  "summary": "Rescene has donated funds to support flood victims and recovery efforts in Geoje, the South Korean city where leader Woni hails from. The group has experienced a meteoric rise in popularity this year.",
  "key_points": [
    "K-pop group Rescene and fans donate over US$64,560 for Geoje flood relief",
    "Geoje experienced torrential rainfall of over 900mm from August 15-17",
    "Mayor Byeon Gwang-yong thanks Rescene for providing consolation to citizens"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Rescene's donation to Geoje flood relief efforts showcases the group's commitment to social responsibility and provides significant support to the city's recovery, earning gratitude from local authorities and boosting their reputation.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}