Korean national team striker Park Chu-young could join former captain Park Ji-sung in the Premier League next season. Several English clubs have opened talks with him about a possible summer move. In the European football leagues, the summer is the time when clubs sign new players and ship others out. In a recent summer transfer rumor, the AS Monaco striker is linked to Tottenham Hotspur.Tottenham

Soccer June 6, 2011

Hyundai Automotive Group named Hyundai Amco president Jung Soo-hyun to head Hyundai Engineering and Construction. The auto group acquired Hyundai E&C, the nation’s top builder in April. Hyundai Amco is the construction affiliate of the automotive group.  Jung Soo-hyunThe new president, 59, is a veteran who has worked in the construction industry for more than 30 years since he graduated from Seoul

June 5, 2011

INGOLSTADT, Germany (DPA) ― Audi is launching the next generation A6 Avant with a choice of six engines, lightweight components and such features as a rear hatch opening in response to a sensor signal.Fuel consumption has been reduced by as much as 18 percent compared with the previous model, according to Audi. Topping the engine lineup is the new 3.0 TDI with twin-turbo technology and 230kW/313 h

Mobility June 5, 2011

MUNICH (DPA) ― BMW is paying tribute to a 1930s sports car with an exciting new show car called the BMW 328 Hommage which is fitted with all that modern technology has on offer and design cues reminiscent of the classic built 75 years ago.“With the BMW 328 Hommage, we wish to pay homage to the passion and inventiveness of the fathers of the BMW 328”, said Karl Baeumer,CEO of BMW Group Classic, at

Mobility June 5, 2011

The Volvo P1800 has turned 50. The eye candy of classic style lovers debuted in 1961, and shaped the image of Volvo as a maker of vehicles with style and diamond-hard durability. The design by Peitro Frua later morphed the sports car into a Grand Turismo Estate that inspired the Volvo 30 ― the modern equivalent of the P1800. The 1800 model boasts world famous durability, with the 1800S headed for

Mobility June 5, 2011

Mercedes-Benz Korea is offering check-ups and coolant replacement free of charge until June 25, the company said. Available at 23 services across the country, the promotional offer celebrates 125 years of its business operation. The local office of German carmaker is also offering 16 percent discount on selected components as part of the offer. “The check-ups are to help drivers prepare their summ

Mobility June 5, 2011

GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP, New Jersey (AP) ― Cristie Kerr was in the zone on the range before the second round of the ShopRite LPGA Classic and even a double bogey on the 12th hole didn’t cause her to lose focus.“Yeah, I think it’s maturity,” the 33-year-old Kerr said Saturday after shooting a 6-under 65 to take a one-stroke lead over Catriona Matthew heading into the final round.Korea’s Shin Ji-yai hits

Golf June 5, 2011

BRUSSELS (AP) ― Guus Hiddink left the possibility of a return to Chelsea open and his future with Turkey uncertain.The 64-year-old Dutchman put a hand over his heart when recollections of Chelsea came up and said “it was a beautiful time.” Despite his contract with Turkey till next year, he did not rule out reliving them soon.When asked after Turkey’s 1-1 draw with Belgium late Friday whether he w

Soccer June 5, 2011

PARIS (AP) ― As China’s Li Na tossed the ball while serving at match point in the French Open final, a cry from a fan in the stands pierced the silence at Court Philippe Chatrier.Distracted, Li stopped and let the ball drop. The words of support were in Mandarin: “Jia you!” ― which loosely translates to “Let’s go!” After so many years of “Come on” and “Allez” and “Vamos,” there’s a new language on

More Sports June 5, 2011

The long battle to host the 2018 Winter Games is entering the final stage with just 30 days to go until the International Olympic Committee meets to choose the host city.Can Pyeong-Chang become the second Asian country to host Winter Games, or will Munich become the first city to host both a Summer and Winter Olympics? Or is Anncey destined to bring the Games into the French Alps again? Until rece

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