You won't believe da news about Netflix and BTS, b'y

Whaddya at, b'y — this is St. John's, oldest city in North America, and we're still here. Let's go.

So, da whole world's talking about Netflix and dis big BTS comeback, eh? Everyone's buzzing about their new show and how dis K-pop supergroup is back in da spotlight after a bit of a break. I'll tell ya one thing, b'y, it's a huge deal for their fans, and you see it everywhere, from da big cities to, well, right here in St. John's. But what does it mean for us, out here on da edge of North America?

### What Netflix and BTS Mean for Us

Now, you might think, "Deirdre, what's a Korean boy band got to do wit' St. John's?" And dat's fair, b'y. But when you look at how much Netflix means to young Newfoundlanders, it's a different story. When you're growing up here, especially if you're not into da traditional Newfoundland music scene, or if you're not out on George Street every Friday night, streaming services like Netflix are your window to da world.

* It's how young folks on da MUN campus stay connected to global trends.

* It's what keeps da kids in da Battery up to speed wit' what's hot everywhere else.

* And for those who feel a bit isolated, watching something like BTS on Netflix? Dat's a big connection, b'y.

I'll tell ya one thing, it's a lifeline for some, especially when you're thinking about moving away for work, maybe out to Fort McMurray, and you want to feel like you're still part of something bigger. It’s a reminder dat even though we're tucked away here, we're not truly cut off. We're still part of da global conversation, even if it's just through our screens. It gives a sense of belonging, and dat’s important, b'y, especially for our young people trying to find their place.

Deirdre Molloy-Waddleton, MiTL Sports Desk, St. John's.

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