Spain’s Mundo Deportivo said on the 18th, “Real is interested in Kubo.”

If you spend 30 million euros (about 43 billion won), half of the buyout, you can recruit Kubo. Kubo’s amazing performance at Real Sociedad is good for Real. Kubo’s value is valued at 50 million euros (about 72 billion won), and it will go up further if its marketing value is added. Kubo will remain at Sociedad this season because he will not be able to move anywhere until the summer of 2024, he said.

Kubo, a “Japanese genius,” is from Barcelona. After returning to FC Tokyo, he played and joined Real. He did not play for Real and has been on loan to several teams, including Real Mallorca. He joined Real Sociedad ahead of last season because he had no place in Real. Kubo, who completely transferred, flew right. He played 29 games in La Liga and scored 9 goals and 4 assists. He was named the best Eleven in La Liga while filming career high.

Kubo, who is running toward another career high, is also good this season. He scored a goal against Girona in the first round of La Liga and accumulated offensive points by helping against Celta Vigo. Scoring multiple goals against Granada certainly contributed to Sociedad’s first win of the season. There was no goal in the match against Real Madrid, but he showed overwhelming presence. Sociedad scored in a 4-3 win over Getafe and also scored in Athletic Bilbao and Basque derbies.

Spain’s Marca also highlighted Kubo’s performance. “Kubo is shaking up La Liga. He raised the level a notch and became the mainstay of Sociedad. He is the best player in La Liga at the beginning of the season. Age is young, but it is key to Sociedad tactics. He is constantly showing his ability and has scored five goals and one assist. He is the most influential player in the team, he said. “The versatile Kubo has established himself as the core of Sociedad, has the best influence and has the best team convergence ability. Synergy with colleagues is good. Kubo, who plays as a second striker and right winger, plays an important role in Sociedad’s development. He said, “I create free opportunities for my teammates with dribbles.” 토토

In the end, Kubo was named the Player of the Month in September. He beat Robert Lewandowski, Bellingham, Inyaki Williams and Sabiou to win the Player of the Month trophy. His ransom was 50 million euros, tied with Son Heung-min, and ranked second in the value of Asian soccer players after Kim Min-jae. Kubo, who is heading into his prime, is getting Real’s attention again.

Kubo is known to be very satisfied with his life in Sociedad. In an interview released by Spain’s As, “Sociedad helped me prove my qualifications as a soccer player. “There were many times when it wasn’t good before, but I’m coming to Sociedad and I’m heading for success,” he said.

Will Real go back if they come up with an offer? “Kubo has yet to decide its future,” said Mundo Deportivo. Feeling happy and accomplished in Sociedad. Naples and Saudi Arabia also rejected offers. Kubo is not considering a return for Real at this time. I experienced frustration because I didn’t have a chance to play before. I spent a long time in pain on the bench. Premier League (PL) clubs are also interested, but Kubo wants to stay in La Liga for now. There is a possibility of renewing his contract with Sociedad, and Real is eager to return to Kubo, he said.

Teen and Miss USA quit their crowns, citing mental health and personal values

Miss USA Noelia Voigt competes in the national costume competition at the Miss Universe Beauty Pageant in San Salvador, Nov. 16, 2023. AP-Yonhap

The reigning winners of Miss USA, Noelia Voigt, and Miss Teen USA, UmaSofia Srivastava, resigned from their titles within days of each other this week in a shock to the Miss Universe Organization.The resignations leave the longstanding pageant group without its top two titleholders for the first time in 72 years, shining a spotlight on its practices. The resignations have drawn calls for more transparency into Miss USA and its parent organization, both of which have faced controversy and scrutiny in the past.Voigt, crowned in September 2023, was the first Venezuelan American to win her title.The title was a “childhood dream” and stepping down was a “very tough decision,” the former Miss Utah and University of Alabama student said in an Instagram post on Monday.“My hope is that I continue to inspire others to remain steadfast, prioritize your mental health, advocate for yourself and others by using your voice,” the 24-year-old wrote.Alongside the statement, Voigt added a caption that read, “I realize this may come as a large shock to many. Never compromise your physical and mental well-being.” She then thanked fans for their “unwavering support.”In its own statement, the Miss USA Organization thanked Voigt for her service and wished her “the best in this next chapter.”

“We respect and support Noelia’s decision to step down from her duties. The well-being of our titleholders is a top priority, and we understand her need to prioritize herself at this time,” the statement read. “We are currently reviewing plans for the transition of responsibilities to a successor, and we will soon announce the crowning of the new Miss USA.”Srivastava, who was also crowned last September, announced her resignation in her own post on Instagram on Wednesday .“I find that my personal values no longer fully align with the direction of the organization,” the former Miss New Jersey Teen USA wrote.The 17-year-old thanked her family and fans, said she was glad to represent her state as a first-generation Mexican Indian American and noted she was eager to apply to colleges and work on her multi-lingual children’s book.A caption accompanying the statement said “this was certainly not how I saw my reign coming to a close” but called the experience a privilege.A Miss Teen USA spokesperson could not be reached for comment on Srivastava’s announcement. The Miss Universe Organization, which runs the Miss USA and Miss Teen 메이저 USA pageants, could not be reached for comment.

N. Korean hacking group stole massive amount of personal info from S. Korean court computer network

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A North Korean hacking group stole a massive amount of personal information from a South Korean court computer network over about two years, the results of an investigation showed Saturday.A total of 1,014 gigabytes (GB) worth of data and documents were leaked from the court computer network between January 2021 and February 2023 by the hacking group, presumed to be Lazarus, according to the joint probe by the police, the prosecution and the National Intelligence Service.A huge chunk of the data leaked includes detailed personal information, such as names, resident registration numbers, financial records and others, according to the probe results.

The three agencies concluded that the hacking was conducted by North Korea given the types of malicious codes used for the hacking, settlements for leased servers with crypto assets and IP addresses.The joint investigation team has identified only 5,171 files (4.7 GB), or 0.5 percent of the total leaked files, exposing loopholes in the judiciary security management and response system.To prevent further damage, the team provided the leaked files to the court administration and notified the victims of the leakage.The police investigation began in last December as the court carried out its own internal probe into the huge data leak in the first 10 months after the computer network detected and blocked malicious 슬롯놀이터 code

Is foreign affairs reserved only for foreign correspondents?

President Yoon Suk Yeol shakes hands with reporters after finishing his press conference to commemorate the second anniversary of his presidency at the presidential office in Seoul, Thursday. Korea Times reporter Nam Hyun-woo, back row right, frowns as Yoon did not take South Korean news outlets' questions on foreign affairs. Yonhap

President Yoon Suk Yeol had his first press conference in 631 days on Thursday, but the general assessment seems disappointed, with many reporters at the event saying it wasn’t worth the wait, particularly regarding diplomacy and foreign affairs.During the 70-minute question-and-answer session of the press conference, Yoon took four questions related to foreign affairs. Presidential spokesperson Kim Soo-kyung gave chances only to four foreign correspondents, dismissing dozens of reporters from domestic news outlets who raised their hands desperately, and moved on to the next question category.There was no pre-arranged notice to the press corps covering the presidential office, nor a process of asking reporters from domestic news outlets to understand the time constraints. The spokesperson smoothly picked correspondents from Reuters, BBC, AFP and Nikkei without hesitation, as if it was obvious that only foreign correspondents would get the chance to ask questions on foreign affairs.When Yoon finished his press conference and exchanged handshakes with attending reporters, this reporter made a small and diffident complaint to him — while remembering previous cases of presidential security dragging out those making intimidating gestures toward Yoon.

“It seems a little odd to take foreign affairs-related questions only from foreign correspondents,” this reporter said, while shaking hands cautiously with Yoon. The president smiled and replied: “Maybe we can do it again later.”It is obvious for the president to take questions from foreign correspondents, and natural for the presidential aides to expect that foreign news outlets would focus on diplomatic issues. Former presidents also answered foreign correspondents’ questions during press conferences, but they did not exclude domestic news outlets from the chance to ask questions on diplomatic matters.During the press conference, foreign correspondents asked questions on international matters that involve South Korea, such as how Yoon will negotiate with Washington over sharing the costs for United States Forces Korea in case of Donald Trump’s win in the U.S. presidential election, what will be the “red line” in South Korea’s relations with Russia, and how he will shape Seoul’s relations with Japan.Though the questions were about timely matters of international interest, they do not include South Koreans’ perspective of wondering how Yoon should navigate global 카지노사이트킹 geopolitical upheavals to protect the country’s interests.

NK appoints new ambassador to UN office in Geneva

Jo Chol-su,  the new North Korean ambassador to the United Nations Office at Geneva is seen in this Nov. 12, 2019 photo. Yonhap

North Korea has appointed a new ambassador to its mission at the United Nations office in Geneva, the U.N. website showed Saturday.Jo Chol-su, who previously served as director-general of international organizations at North Korea’s foreign ministry, presented his credentials to the U.N. Office in Geneva, Friday, according to the website.Jo’s appointment comes five months after his predecessor, Han Tae-song, returned to the North amid allegations of his involvement in ivory smuggling.

The new envoy has “extensive experience” working with the U.N., including as first secretary at the North Korean U.N. mission in Geneva and as a national staff member for World Food Program and United Nations Development Program delegations in Pyongyang, the website said.He also previously worked in the North America department of the North’s foreign ministry, handling negotiations over the country’s nuclear weapons 온라인카지노 program

Reciprocal relationships with North Korean refugees

North Korean refugee Kim Myeong-hee during a TV interview at the Freedom Speakers International in Seoul’s Mapo District,  May 3. Courtesy of Freedom Speakers International

I will start by issuing a warning that there could be numerous heart attacks at the Seoul Foreign Correspondents’ Club as a result of this blog post.On Friday, May 3, North Korean refugee Kim Myeong-hee visited the Freedom Speakers International office in Seoul’s Mapo District for an interview with a South Korean TV crew. The crew interviewed Myeong-hee, FSI co-founder Lee Eun-koo and me.After the interviews, I returned to my desk and found a notification revealing that Myeong-hee had donated 1.3 million won ($1,000) to Freedom Speakers International (FSI).Myeong-hee was the Grand Prize winner of the FSI’s 19th “I am from North Korea” speech contest, held on April 13 at Harvard University. She said that after winning the contest she talked it over with her husband and they decided to donate her prize money to Freedom Speakers International. Her husband stressed how precious of an opportunity it was for her to speak at Harvard University and together they agreed the donation was a good way to show their appreciation to FSI.Are there any ambulances being dispatched to the Seoul Foreign Correspondent’s Clubs or their various watering holes around town? Myeong-hee’s generous donation may shock some researchers, reporters and others who lambaste North Korean refugees for allegedly trying to “monetize” their “trauma stories” or for rejecting interview requests unless they get paid. What do they have to say about a North Korean refugee gleefully donating her prize money and many other North Korean refugees I recently blogged about who fundraise, donate, and support Freedom Speakers International in other ways?

This is not a one-off relationship. I first met Myeong-hee in 2012 shortly before Lee Eun-Koo and I started what has become Freedom Speakers International. In 2017, she officially joined FSI to study English. In 2021, she joined the FSI North Korean Refugee Keynote Speakers Network. Every one of her tutors and mentors have enjoyed teaching her. Some don’t want to let her go to other volunteers, but an important part of our learner-centered approach is that North Korean refugees meet a variety of volunteers so they can encounter new approaches and perspectives.Myeong-hee suffered greatly in North Korea and China and her initial adjustment to South Korea was also difficult. She expresses gratitude for even small things in life and especially appreciates those who were with her as she successfully settled down here.Every meeting with Myeong-hee is inspiring. It is the kind of relationship that drive-by researchers or reporters may not be able to understand. We respect North Korean refugees as individuals reaching their personal goals, not as one-off or occasional interview subjects.Initially when North Korean refugees joined us a few years ago it was a one-way street with them receiving services. Our first North Korean refugee ambassadors, Yeonmi Park and Cherie Yang, changed that when they also volunteered for our academic team. As our organization has grown and sought to become more stable, North Korean refugees have grown along with us. It is becoming more of a reciprocal relationship in which we are partners with them.Two days after that TV interview and generous donation by Myeong-hee, she gave a speech to Americans visiting South Korea. This year we have about 90 speaking opportunities for North Korean refugees giving speech then engaging with 스포츠토토존 travelers to South Korea.

Former baseball player Jung Soo-geun, “Beer Bottle Assault,” texted the victim to admit the allegation, · · · “Forgive me just once.”

Former professional baseball player Jung Soo-geun (47), who was booked for assaulting a man he saw for the first time at a drinking party, reportedly admitted to the charges in a police investigation.

According to Yonhap News Agency on Sunday, Nambu Police Station in Namyangju, Gyeonggi Province, recently summoned Jeong as a suspect for special injury charges. Jeong is known to have admitted to the crime in the initial summoning of the police.

Jeong is accused of swinging a bottle on A’s head in anger during a conversation while drinking with a man he first met at a bar on December 21 last year.

A, who is being treated for a big head wound, filed a complaint against Jeong on the 2nd for special injury charges, saying he was injured by being hit in the head by a beer bottle wielded by Jeong.

After the incident, Chung reportedly sent a message to A, saying, “I’m so sorry that I’ll be punished,” and “Please forgive me once.” 바카라

A police official told the media, “[Jung] admitted to the crime in the first investigation,” adding, “We will send it to the prosecution without detention soon.”

No FA gift for Lotte’s winning contractor? There was no reproduction of 17 billion won in wide range

Lotte is the team that has not won a championship for the longest time in the KBO league. Since 1982, Lotte has continued its history as a pro in 1982, and its regular season title has stopped in 1992. It was a whopping 32 years ago. 경마

Lotte, which had been in the top ranks until early June last year, ended the regular season in seventh place, and displayed a winning move by replacing both the general manager and the manager. In particular, the recruitment of Kim Tae-hyung, who is considered the “winning contractor,” demonstrated Lotte’s strong commitment. Kim was a master who led the Doosan Bears to advance to the Korean Series for seven consecutive years and to win three Korean Series titles. Lotte made a commitment to start anew by appointing Kim Tae-hyung as its coach. Still, Lotte’s winter has remained quiet.

Rather, it contrasts with Lotte’s move, which heated up last winter. After the end of the 2022 season, Lotte actively rushed into the FA market. After a long-running “catcher attack,” Lotte set off a four-year contract with Yoo Kang-nam for a total of 8 billion won, and foreign shortstop Dixon Machado also settled the issue by signing a four-year contract with Roh Jin-hyuk for a total of 5 billion won. On top of that, Lotte made a “broad move” to recruit three external FA players for the first time since its foundation, signing a 3+1 year contract with all-weather pitcher Han Hyun-hee for a total of 4 billion won. The total amount of money invested in them amounted to 17 billion won.

The atmosphere is different this winter. Lotte had no significant move other than signing a four-year FA contract with franchise star Jeon Joon-woo for a total of 4.7 billion won (approx. Captain Ahn Chi-hong also became a free agent, but Lotte had no choice but to step back as Hanwha boldly bet 7.2 billion won (approx.

An Chi-hong was a built-in second baseman for the past four years when he was with Lotte. Adding more power is not enough, but it has turned into a negative factor.

Of course, Lotte had some moves. Lotte conducted a trade deal with LG to recruit veteran left-handed pitcher Jin Hae-soo and brought in left-handed pitcher Lim Joon-seop, who was released from SSG, focusing on thickening the left-handed pitcher’s depth. In the second draft, Oh Sun-jin and Choi Hang were appointed to prepare for Ahn Chi-hong’s absence. Foreign players also led one-two punch Aaron Wilkerson and Charlie Barnes to stay, bringing in new foreign hitter Victor Reyes to complete the formation.

However, Lotte could not afford to present a “FA gift” to the “winning contractor.” Lotte has effectively withdrawn from the FA market. When Jeon Jun-woo and An Chi-hong’s future was decided, a Lotte official said, “We should consider that there are no plans to recruit additional FA players.” However, Lotte could not afford to make reckless investments. As Koo Seung-min and Kim Won-joong, two key players in the bullpen pitcher lineup, will both be qualified as FA after the 2024 season, Lotte had to prepare for this and consider salary cap. Some point out that unlike the last FA market, there are relatively few attractive big-name players in this FA market.

Does Lotte have to decide on its leadership this year? It is imperative not only to upgrade its power through internal competition but also to make the best effort of FA trio recruited ahead of the last season. Kim Tae-hyung, manager of Doosan Bears, led his team to the top position while watching numerous star players leave for FA, including Kim Hyun-soo, Yang Eui-ji, Min Byung-hun, Lee Won-seok, Oh Jae-il, Choi Joo-hwan, Park Geon-woo and Lee Yong-chan. Attention is focusing on whether Kim Tae-ho, who overcame the crisis despite being on the test bench every year, will be able to display his potential at Lotte as well.

Regardless of nationality, “Sonnie’s love”…Son Heung-min’s “Claas” is supported by fans all over the world

It does not matter what nationality it is. Soccer fans from various countries, including Palestine, Vietnam, and the Philippines, chanted Son Heung-min’s name.

The South Korean men’s soccer team, led by head coach Jurgen Klinsmann, entered Doha on the 11th (Korea time) through the Doha Hamad International Airport in Qatar. The national team, which aims to win the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Asian Cup for the first time in 64 years, stepped into Doha with a bright look after a week of training in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

More than 100 fans flocked to the airport. The “hot” player was definitely Son Heung-min. Fans brought various goods such as uniforms, flannel cards, and mufflers, but there were many items related to him. 슬롯머신

What stood out was two boys wearing school uniforms. They were both holding Son’s Tottenham uniforms. Joseph, 16, from Palestine who came to Doha for his studies, said, “Sonny is really good at soccer. I am a Tottenham fan. I love Son.”

Sam, a Vietnamese native, said, “Of course, I believe Korea will win. It’s unconditional.”

There was also a female fan who carefully sketched Son Heung-min. In addition to Son Heung-min, he was also holding a picture of Cho Kyu-sung, a striker. Jamie, a male fan who came with him, visited the airport wearing the Korean national flag. “I was impressed when I saw the Korean match at the 2022 Qatar World Cup. I brought the Korean national flag that I received at the time,” he said. Son responded by waving his hands to the enthusiastic cheers of his fans.

Son Heung-min is the captain and a key player of Tottenham Hotspur of the English Premier League. Wearing the “captain armband” in the 2023-2024 season, Son has been playing hard in any position, including striker and winger. He ranked third (12 goals) in goal rankings, following Mohamed Salah and Erling Holland (14 goals). Fans were hoping that Son would continue his momentum in the Asian Cup.

After leaving the port of entry, the national team goes to their accommodation for rest. Starting with recovery training in Doha from Friday, the team will seek to win the Asian Cup title for the first time in 64 years.

Shocking reason for refusal to transfer to Bayern Munich → ‘Failure to compete against Kim Min-jae for the starting position, concern about going to the bench’

The reasons for the shocking decision of Romanian new defender Dragushin, who chose Tottenham instead of Bayern Munich, are being revealed one by one. The British Evening Standard said on the 11th (Korean time) that “Dragushin will arrive in London for a medical test for Tottenham. Tottenham won the competition to recruit Dragushin, which Bayern Munich aimed for hijacking.”

There was a shocking response in Germany to Dragucine’s choice of Tottenham instead of Bayern Munich, the most prestigious club in the Bundesliga. Bayern Munich offered Dragucine an annual salary 1.5 times higher than Tottenham, but he was not chosen by Dragucine.

FCB Inside, a German media outlet, said, “Dragushin would have chosen Tottenham because he thought he was more likely to play at Tottenham than at Bayern Munich. Dragushin must have had that experience at Juventus and thought he would be sitting on the bench too often at Bayern Munich. He must have been concerned that other clubs would have to start again at a lower level in a few years.” 스포츠토토

Juventus hired Dragucine, who was in his late teens, in 2020. Although Dragucine made his Serie A debut with Juventus in the 2020-21 season, he also had a hard time getting a chance to play. World-class defenders such as Bonucci and Chiellini were holding out for Juventus at the time. After suffering from difficulties at Juventus, Dragucine gained experience by playing on loan at Sampdoria, Salernitana, and Genoa. After a full transfer to Genoa in the 2022-23 season, Dragucine showed stable performance in Serie A this season and won the favor of big European clubs four years after joining Juventus. It took a considerable amount of time for Dragucine, who once suffered a setback at Juventus, to get attention from big clubs again.

Bayern Munich is playing as a main defender this season, with Kim Min-jae starting in the Bundesliga’s foreground. Kim Min-jae was recognized for his outstanding performance by being listed in the best 11 in the first half of the year selected by the Bundesliga secretariat. Bayern Munich has not only Kim Min-jae, but also Upamecano and De Ligt in the defense. It is not easy for 21-year-old rookie Dragushin to compete for positions.

German media criticized Bayern Munich’s administrative power over its failed recruitment of Dragucin. German Bild pointed out that the biggest reason for the failure was that the officials involved in the transfer to Bayern Munich, led by Freund, were too late.

“Dragushin is a gem that Bayern Munich has thrown away. Bayern Munich has lost sight of promising defenders who are comparable to world-class defenders. His unique hairstyle with a 190-centimeter-tall headband and height is not the only reason why Dragushin can be compared to Van Dijk,” the German Sport said. “Dragushin committed 14 fouls this season, resulting in a relatively small number of fouls and receiving only one warning. He showed his strength in aerial ball dueling with 70 percent of the win rate. Statistics show that he cannot be compared to Van Dijk.

Dragushin has allowed dribble breakthrough only once in 19 Serie A matches this season. He is the second best dribble-stopping player in the top five European leagues, following Van Dijk, who has never allowed dribble breakthrough. He also added, “Bayer Munich’s offer to Dragushin was too late and now Dragushin will play in the same league as his idol Van Dijk.”

While Dragushin’s decision to choose Tottenham is drawing attention, England’s The Boyhotspur also introduced an interview with Dragushin’s mother, who said, “Dragushin wanted to go to England and the Premier League has been his dream since childhood.”

“I couldn’t believe that Dragushin rejected Bayern Munich,” Dragushin’s agent Manaea said. “The move to Tottenham was what Dragushin and his family wanted. Dragushin said the move to Tottenham was the right decision for his career. Dragushin had a dream since he was young to play in the Premier League. Bayern Munich offered 1.5 times more salary than Tottenham, but money didn’t matter to Dragushin. “I don’t know how many players I could refuse when I got Bayern Munich’s offer,” he said, expressing that he did not expect Dragushin’s decision.

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