KPop Demon Hunters just got a “Kelly-Pop” revamp with Kelly Clarkson‘s latest Kellyoke performance on The Kelly Clarkson Show.
In the cover posted Tuesday (Jan. 13), the talk-show host put her own spin on one of fictional girl group HUNTR/X’s fan-favorite songs from the Netflix animated film’s soundtrack. Taking the stage alongside her backup band, Clarkson channeled her inner-demon hunter to slay the performance, vocally giving the lyrics the amount of emotion thay command.
“I broke into a million pieces, adn I can’t go back/ but now I’m seeing all the beauty in the broken glass,” she belted fiercely, doing the song originally sung by trio EJAE, Audrey Nuna and REI AMI justice. “The scars are part of me, darkness and harmony/ My voice without the lies, this is what it sounds like.”
“What It Sounds Like” is one of several songs on the hit KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack, reaching No. 15 on the Billboard Hot 100 in September while the full album reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200. It’s biggest hit, “Golden,” spent eight weeks atop the hot 100 in 2025 and won best original song at the golden Globes two days prior to Clarkson’s cover.
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As of January 13, 2026, Boeing’s 737 MAX aircraft continue to operate with enhanced safety features and increased regulatory scrutiny following the two fatal crashes in 2018 and 2019, and a subsequent grounding.While production rates have increased, the company faces ongoing challenges related to quality control and supply chain issues, leading to delivery delays and increased oversight from the Federal Aviation Management (FAA).
Boeing 737 MAX Recertification and Operational Status
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The Boeing 737 MAX was recertified for flight by the FAA in November 2020, after nearly two years grounded due to safety concerns. The recertification followed software updates to the Maneuvering Characteristics Augmentation System (MCAS) and enhanced pilot training requirements.
As of December 2025, over 1,300 737 MAX aircraft are in service globally, having completed more than 6.3 million flights. Flydubai,for example,received its first 737 MAX 9 in December 2025,demonstrating continued airline confidence in the aircraft.
“We are pleased to welcome the 737 MAX 9 to our fleet as we continue to grow our network and offer our passengers more options for travel.” – Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer, flydubai, December 12, 2025
FAA Oversight and Quality Control
The FAA continues to maintain heightened oversight of Boeing’s 737 MAX production and quality control processes. In March 2024, the FAA released a extensive progress report detailing ongoing assessments and required improvements.
The report highlighted concerns regarding documentation and quality assurance procedures, leading to increased inspections and a cap on 737 MAX production rates. Boeing is currently working to address these issues and demonstrate sustained compliance with FAA regulations. on January 8, 2026, the FAA announced it would be conducting a new audit of Boeing’s quality control system, with results expected in February 2026. Reuters reported on this growth.
Boeing Production and Delivery rates
Boeing aims to increase 737 MAX production to 38 aircraft per month in 2025, but has faced challenges in achieving this target due to supply chain disruptions and quality control issues. As of January 2026, the production rate remains around 37 aircraft per month.
Delivery delays have impacted several airlines,including United Airlines and Southwest Airlines,forcing them to adjust their fleet plans. Boeing reported a 10% decrease in 737 MAX deliveries in the fourth quarter of 2025 compared to the previous quarter, citing ongoing supply chain constraints. Boeing’s Q4 2025 Results detail these figures.
Background: 2018 and 2019 Crashes
Two fatal crashes involving Boeing 737 MAX aircraft – Lion Air Flight 610 in October 2018 and Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 in March 2019 – resulted in the deaths of 346 people. These crashes were linked to the MCAS, a software system designed to prevent stalls, which repeatedly forced the aircraft nose down based on faulty sensor readings.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and othre international investigators determined that deficiencies in the MCAS design, inadequate pilot training, and insufficient FAA oversight contributed to the accidents. The NTSB’s final report on the Lion Air crash,released in 2019,detailed these findings. NTSB Final Report – Lion Air Flight 610
