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Russia seeks to broker Syria talks

World NewsSept 18, 2011

DAMASCUS (AFP) ― A group of Russian lawmakers arrived in Damascus in a bid to broker an end to violence in Syria, where security forces were reported to have killed two more people.Moscow is a traditional ally of President Bashar Assad, and the delegation, which flew in Saturday, aims to meet him an
U.N. agenda packed; focus on Palestinian bid

World NewsSept 18, 2011

UNITED NATIONS (AP) ― The spotlight will be shining on the Palestinian bid for U.N. membership when world leaders gather at the United Nations starting Monday, but the U.N. is hoping the glow will spread to other pressing global issues, including killer diseases, nuclear safety, terrorism and the af
Maverick Vivienne Westwood takes helm at London Fashion Week

FashionSept 18, 2011

LONDON (AP) ― Rebel Vivienne Westwood told aspiring young designers Saturday not to waste their time with fashion, then wowed the London Fashion Week crowd with a unique mix of classic design and space-age, mile-high hair and rainbow makeup.The result was a typical Westwood extravaganza: Champagne c
‘I don’t want to be forgotten’: Insooni

MusicSept 18, 2011

Pop diva still sings at nightclubs, after 30 years of career successEven after a very successful career of about 30 years, pop diva Insooni still fondly remembers her humble beginnings.“I still sing at nightclubs about six or seven times a year,” Insooni told The Korea Herald Thursday after a press
Thompson builds lead at Navistar

GolfSept 18, 2011

PRATTVILLE, Alabama (AP) ― Teenager Lexi Thompson shot a 5-under 67 in the Navistar LPGA Classic on Saturday and is in position to become the youngest player to win an LPGA tournament.Thompson, who turned 16 in February, is at 15-under 201 and has a five-stroke lead heading into the final round at t
Serbia, France trail 2-1 in Davis Cup semifinals

More sportsSept 18, 2011

Serbia and France won doubles matches Saturday to stay alive in the Davis Cup semifinals after being swept in the opening singles.Defending champion Serbia is hoping U.S. Open winner Novak Djokovic will be healthy enough to help complete a comeback against Argentina in reverse singles Sunday. Rafael
Rose surges in front at BMW

GolfSept 18, 2011

LEMONT, Illinois (AP) ― It’s not quite the “fifth major” for Justin Rose, though it’s a big deal. He spent last week at the “J.R. Challenge,” named after himself and involving seven of his best friends from childhood who meet each year for a week of golf.They went to Long Island and settled for a ro
Arsenal fall to Blackburn 4-3

SoccerSept 18, 2011

LONDON (AP) ― Arsenal’s poor start to the English season worsened Saturday with a 4-3 loss to Blackburn despite leading twice in the first half. Elsewhere in the Premier League, all three promoted clubs won on the same day for the first time since February 2007.Ayegbeni Yakubu scored twice in his de
Oscar time: Film fests preview awards prospects

FilmSept 18, 2011

TORONTO (AP) ― Now that the summer blockbusters have been tucked away, it’s time for Hollywood’s next big season: the marathon haul to Academy Awards night.The Toronto International Film Festival that ran through Sunday and the recently wrapped Telluride and Venice film fests are the usual starting
China media watchdog pulls smash-hit talent show

TelevisionSept 18, 2011

BEIJING (AFP) ― China’s media watchdog has pulled the plug on the nation’s smash-hit answer to “American Idol” to make way for shows that “provide practical information for housework,” state media said Saturday.Much like its U.S. counterpart, “Super Girl” ― launched in 2004 ― proved an instant hit,
Tony Bennett marks 85 with new duet album

MusicSept 18, 2011

U.S. singer-painter says he’s still learning and growing even moreLate singer Amy Winehouse once described Tony Bennett as follows: “He could sing the phone book and it would sound fantastic.” Her final recording was duet “Body and Soul” with Bennett, which is the third track on the 85-year-old’s ne
Embassies team up for climate change talks

Foreign affairsSept 18, 2011

Finding solutions to climate change is one of the most pressing challenges facing the diplomatic world today.To examine opportunities brought on by the possible negative affects of climate change, the German and British Embassies, the European Union delegation together with the German Korean Alumni
Danish Photo Marathon this week

Foreign affairsSept 18, 2011

Shutterbugs get your cameras ready and dust out your lenses, the Danish Embassy is holding their first photography competition with a twist.Participants have 24 hours to take five photos inspired by the five themes that will be announced on the day. The first and longest running Photo Marathon was f
Morocco pioneering solar energy

Foreign affairsSept 18, 2011

Chartering through the renewable energy sector has become a necessity for many countries.For Morocco, it is a matter of survival and one that might be beneficial to the country’s development.Like Korea, Morocco imports most of its energy and when the price of crude oil breaks records, the economy of
Belgium celebrating 110 years with charity concert

Foreign affairsSept 18, 2011

A new chapter is being written in the longstanding diplomatic relationship between Belgium and Korea.A charity concert celebrating the 110th anniversary of the start of those ties is to give back to the community by helping a well-known doctor often recognized by her blue eyes.Marie-Helene Brasseur