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Jimin of BTS, actor Song Da-eun suspected to be dating, again
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What's next for the government's push in quota hike?
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Trump may like to 'solve' N. Korean nuclear problem if reelected: ex-official
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Woman falls to death from acquaintance's home after exhibiting ‘unexplained' behaviors
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‘Malice should not undermine the system, social order,’ says Hybe's Bang
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N. Korea slams planned S. Korea-US military drills, warns of 'catastrophic aftermath'
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[Robert J. Fouser] Social attitudes toward language proficiency
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N. Korea fires short-range ballistic missiles toward East Sea: JCS
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[Graphic News] How much do Korean adults read?
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N. Korea says it test-fired tactical ballistic missile with new guidance technology
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Hamilton wins Abu Dhabi GP
ABU DHABI (AP) ― Lewis Hamilton showed signs of his old self as he stormed to victory in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Sunday, after Formula One world champion Sebastian Vettel retired on the first lap.Vettel’s Red Bull picked up a right rear puncture and spun off at Turn Two. The German driver made it back to the pits but the damage was too great for him to continue and he retired for the first time this season.Hamilton, the 2008 champion, took over the lead and finished 8.4 seconds ahead of Ferr
More SportsNov. 14, 2011
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Federer takes Paris Masters final
Former No. 1 bags 69th title of glittering careerPARIS (AP) ― Roger Federer’s tough season is ending on a high note after the Swiss star beat Jo-Wilfried Tsonga 6-1, 7-6 (3) on Sunday to win his first Paris Masters title and the 69th of a glittering career.The 16-time Grand Slam champion had never previously reached the Paris final, but gave the sixth-seeded Frenchman limited opportunities after saving two break points in his opening service game.“I’m just ecstatic to have played so well this we
More SportsNov. 14, 2011
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Choi to rehire former caddie
Korean professional golfer Choi Kyung-ju will have a former caddie back on his bag starting next month, having decided to part ways with a veteran caddie after eight seasons, Choi’s agency here said Monday.IMG Korea said Choi, better known as K.J. Choi on the PGA Tour, will be reunited with American caddie Steve Underwood. The two were together for Choi’s first PGA Tour win at Compaq Classic in New Orleans in 2002.Choi has spent the past eight years with Andy Prodger, a 59-year-old Englishman, w
GolfNov. 14, 2011
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Steelers hold off Bengals 24-17
Ward returns from last week’s injury to make one catch for 10 yardsCINCINNATI (AP) ― Andy Dalton saw all of it coming, except for that final throw.Cornerback William Gay anticipated the rookie quarterback’s last pass and stepped in front for a game-clinching interception Sunday as the Pittsburgh Steelers held on for a 24-17 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, who will remember that last play for a long time.“They take chances,” Dalton said. “They bite on things and try to jump routes. On that p
More SportsNov. 14, 2011
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Korea aims to inch closer to Brazil
National team to attack Lebanon without captain Park Chu-youngKorea has long been a powerhouse in Asian football, and this year the Taegeuk Warriors are on the path to qualify for their eighth consecutive appearance in the World Cup.Just one more victory will seal a berth in Asia’s final qualifying round for the 2014 World Cup. It can be clinched on Tuesday when Korea, which sits on top in Group B, faces runner-up Lebanon in Beirut.In its previous encounter in September, manager Cho Kwang-rae’s
SoccerNov. 14, 2011
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Chalmers claims Aussie Open
SYDNEY (AP) ― The loudest cheers were for Tiger Woods. The Australian Open belonged to Greg Chalmers.Chalmers won his national championship for the second time Sunday, closing with a 3-under 69 for a one-shot victory over fellow Australian John Senden.Woods pulled within one shot of the lead after chipping in for eagle on the 14th and closed with a 67. It wasn’t enough, though. Chalmers made a short birdie on the par-3 15th and played mistake-free the rest of the way.Woods was alone in third, hi
GolfNov. 13, 2011
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Korean mountaineers killed while scaling Himalayan peak
Two South Korean mountaineers were killed while trying to scale Mt. Cholatse in the Nepalese Himalayas only weeks after another team went missing in the region, the local alpine organization said Saturday.The Korean Alpine Federation said Kim Hyung-il, the 43-year-old leader of the K2 Extreme team, and Chang Ji-myeong fell to their deaths Friday afternoon while on the north face of the 6,440-meter high mountain.It said the bodies of the climbers have been recovered after other members of the tea
More SportsNov. 13, 2011
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Penn State loses first game minus Paterno
STATE COLLEGE, Pennsylvania (AP) ― Capping the worst week in school history, No. 12 Penn State couldn’t overcome a 17-point deficit and was stopped short on a fourth-and-1 late in a 17-14 loss Saturday to No. 19 Nebraska.The outcome was secondary.A tumultuous chapter that began with the arrest of former defensive coordinator Jerry Sandusky on shocking child sexual abuse charges ended Saturday with Penn State (8-2, 5-1 Big Ten) losing in its first game of the post-Joe Paterno era. The winningest
More SportsNov. 13, 2011
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England shuts out Spain 1-0
WEMBLEY, England (AP) ― Frank Lampard scored on a header four minutes into the second half to lead England past Spain 1-0 Saturday, the fourth loss for the Spaniards since they won the World Cup.Lampard struck after Darren Bent’s header came off the post, giving England a victory at Wembley Stadium after being outplayed most of the way.“The fact England only got near the goal with that chance from the free kick did show we dominated the game,” Spain coach Vicente del Bosque said through a transl
SoccerNov. 13, 2011
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Family files lawsuit against USA Swimming
INDIANAPOLIS (AFP) — A civil lawsuit has been filed in an American court against USA Swimming by the family of an Indiana teen who say officials should have done more to protect the girl from sexual assault.The suit lists USA Swimming, Indiana Swimming, Lawrence Swim team and former coach Chri
More SportsNov. 13, 2011
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Uzbekistan beats NKorea in World Cup qualifier
TASHKENT, Uzbekistan (AP) _ Timur Kapadze scored in the second half to secure Uzbekistan's 1-0 victory over North Korea in a World Cup qualifier. The result ended North Korea's hopes of qualifying for a second straight World Cup, making it the first team to have played in So
SoccerNov. 12, 2011
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Korea beats UAE 2-0 in World Cup football qualification
DUBAI (Yonhap News) -- South Korea edged the United Arab Emirates (UAE) 2-0 here Friday in the third round of the regional qualification for the 2014 FIFA World Cup.At Al Rashid Stadium, substitute Lee Keun-ho scored just two minutes from regulation, and captain Park Chu-young added a second in the
SoccerNov. 12, 2011
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Will Yoon pitch Stateside?
Kia pitcher signs with MLB agent BorasThe country’s pro-baseball season is over, heralding speculation about players moving to other clubs. And the biggest transfer rumor involves Kia Tigers pitcher Yoon Suk-min. Reports say that the 25-year-old right-hander could leave the country to join Major League Baseball as early as next year. Yoon, the 2011 KBO’s MVP, revealed last week that he had signed with MLB agent Scott Boras as a part of his long-term plan to pitch in the American top league.Altho
BaseballNov. 11, 2011
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NBA players, owners meeting after deadline
NEW YORK (AP) ― As Commissioner David Stern’s deadline passed, the NBA and its players continued negotiating Wednesday in an attempt to end the lockout.The two sides met for more than six hours to try to hash out a deal to save the season.Stern had issued an ultimatum to players: Accept the league’s latest proposal by 5 p.m. ET Wednesday or it will be replaced with a much harsher one that would drive the sides even farther apart.Players said Tuesday they wouldn’t accept the current proposal as c
More SportsNov. 10, 2011
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Paterno’s decision shocks players
STATE COLLEGE (AP) ― Joe Paterno was in tears, his players in shock.“All the clips you’ve ever seen of him, you never saw him break down and cry,” quarterback Paul Jones said. “And he was crying the whole time today.”Struggling to keep his emotions in check and old school as always in a sweater and tie, Paterno stood in front of his players and coaches Wednesday and said the words many already knew were coming but never thought they’d actually hear. After almost a half-century of head coaching a
More SportsNov. 10, 2011
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Nationals catcher Ramos kidnapped in Venezuela
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) ― Washington Nationals catcher Wilson Ramos was abducted by gunmen Wednesday from his home in his native Venezuela.Ramos, 24, was taken away in an SUV by four armed men in Santa Ines in central Carabobo state, Kathe Vilera, spokeswoman for the catcher’s Venezuelan League team, said through her official Twitter account.“This is sad, worrisome and true that Wilson Ramos has been kidnapped,” she said. Ramos was playing winter ball with the Aragua Tigers.She said the rising M
More SportsNov. 10, 2011
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John Daly walks off course at Australian Open
SYDNEY (AP) ― John Daly has had another golfing meltdown, walking off the course at the Australian Open on Thursday after hitting at least five or six balls ― officials aren’t sure of the number ― into the water on the 11th hole at The Lakes.Daly was 7 over after 10 holes in the first round after becoming upset with a ruling on the 10th that penalized him two strokes. He casually putted out on the 10th and took a triple-bogey 7.On the 11th, he hit ball after ball into the water, some landing in
More SportsNov. 10, 2011
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Iniesta strike gives Barcelona edge
BARCELONA (AP) ― Andres Iniesta’s first-half goal gave Barcelona a 1-0 victory at third-tier Hospitalet on Wednesday in the first leg of their Copa del Rey series.Iniesta scored with a long-range shot that dipped out of the reach of goalkeeper Jose Moragon in the 42nd minute on the artificial turf at the Feixa Llarga stadium.Despite a lower-tier opponent, Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola sent out a near full-strength lineup that included Cesc Fabregas, Xavi Hernandez, David Villa and Carles Puyol,
More SportsNov. 10, 2011
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Korean major winner ditches coach for YouTube
SINGAPORE (AFP) ― Asia’s only major-winner Yang Yong-eun said Wednesday he had stopped using a coach and is instead picking up tips from YouTube as he bids to recover his best form.The South Korean star said he had been trying to improve his swing by consulting the video-sharing site since splitting with his coach during last season.But he admitted the change in tack may be to blame for a barren spell with zero wins so far this year.“I’ve tried to put a lot of methodology into it,” Yang told jou
More SportsNov. 10, 2011
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Battle for 2014 World Cup
Korea could qualify after two away games in Middle EastSouth Korea’s qualification for the 2014 World Cup faces a crucial few days, with away matches against the United Arab Emirates on Friday and Lebanon on Tuesday. Korea, which aims to qualify for its eighth consecutive appearance in the World Cup, is grouped with Kuwait, Lebanon and the UAE in the third round of Asian qualifying.There are five groups of four teams in the third round with the top two from each group advancing to the final roun
SoccerNov. 10, 2011