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Seoul’s Hidden Quarries and the Memory of Queen Jeongsun
In central Seoul, steep granite cliffs along Mount Nak reveal a history of industrial quarrying intertwined with the tragic legacy of Joseon Dynasty royalty. These remnants of past extraction work frame historical sites dedicated to Queen Jeongsun, whose life was upended by political struggles surrounding her husband, King Danjong.
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Metro Vancouver and Fraser Valley Home Sales Forecast to Rebound in 2027
Home sales in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley are projected to increase by approximately nine percent in 2027, marking a shift from recent declines. The British Columbia Real Estate Association anticipates this modest recovery as mortgage rates fall and tariff impacts fade, though average prices will rise much more slowly due to high inventory levels.
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Martinez hails Pepe's 'love for the game' as Portugal veteran stars at Euro 2024
Portugal veteran Pepe is the oldest player ever to appear at the European Championship but that did not stop him being one of the best performers in Saturday's win over Turkey as coach Roberto Martinez described the 41-year-old as a "wonderful example".
Italy's Capri lifts tourist ban as water shortage resolved
The Italian island of Capri lifted a ban on tourists Saturday after problems with the water supply to the holiday hotspot were resolved.
Turkey's Montella regrets own goal 'bad luck' in Euros defeat to Portugal
Vincenzo Montella on Saturday rued Samet Akaydin's own goal which led to Turkey being soundly beaten 3-0 by Portugal and left in the balance his team's hopes of reaching the Euro 2024 knockout stage.
Portugal coach bemoans risk to player safety as pitch invaders chase Ronaldo selfies
Portugal coach Roberto Martinez said it was lucky that none of the multiple fans who invaded the pitch during his team's Euro 2024 game against Turkey on Saturday had ill intentions after several supporters ran on looking for a selfie with Cristiano Ronaldo.
Young fires 59 to grab share of early lead at PGA Travelers
Cameron Young became the 12th player in US PGA Tour history to break 60 for a round, firing two eagles Saturday to fire an 11-under par 59 at the Travelers Championship.
Portugal cruise into Euro 2024 knockout stages, Georgia get historic first point
Portugal outclassed Turkey to secure their place in the last 16 of Euro 2024 with a 3-0 win in Dortmund on Saturday, after Georgia claimed a historic first point at a major tournament in a 1-1 draw with the Czech Republic.
American Regan Smith fired up for backstroke battles in Paris
Regan Smith is back and ready for battle at the Paris Olympics, where she thinks a 100m backstroke duel with Australian Kaylee McKeown could produce a historic result.
Waving flags, tens of thousands rally against Israeli govt
Tens of thousands of protesters waving Israeli flags and chanting slogans against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government rallied in Tel Aviv Saturday, demanding new elections and the return of hostages held in Gaza.
Young fires 59 to grab share of lead at PGA Travelers
Cameron Young became the 12th player in US PGA Tour history to break 60 for a round, holing out for two eagles Saturday to fire an 11-under par 59 at the Travelers Championship.
Red Cross chief in Rafah recounts shelling horror
A senior Red Cross official in Gaza on Saturday told reporters of the horrific scenes after an Israeli strike in the Gaza Strip.
Erasmus glad of Boks' 'beneficial' win over Wales as Ireland loom
South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus said a 41-13 win over Wales at Twickenham on Saturday represented a "beneficial" outing for the world champions ahead of a blockbuster home series against Ireland.
Chelsea reach deal to sign Brazilian teenager Estevao Willian
Chelsea announced on Saturday they had agreed a deal to sign teenage forward Estevao Willian from Palmeiras for a reported initial fee of £29 million ($37 million).
McGinn says qualifying for last 16 at Euros 'everything' to Scotland
Scotland midfielder John McGinn said securing a place in the last 16 of Euro 2024 "would mean everything" as his team seek victory over Hungary in their final Group A game on Sunday.
Glasgow shock Bulls to win United Rugby Championship
A dominant second-half showing from Glasgow Warriors delivered a shock 21-16 United Rugby Championship final victory over the Bulls in Pretoria on Saturday.
Prince William celebrates birthday at Taylor Swift London concert
Taylor Swift got the London-leg of her Eras tour off to a good start, with the UK's Prince William posting a backstage picture of them posted on social media Saturday.
Kuldeep, Pandya lead India to 50-run rout of Bangladesh at T20 World Cup
Leg-spinner Kuldeep Yadav took three key wickets while Hardik Pandya blasted an undefeated half-century as India moved to the brink of the T20 World Cup semi-finals with a 50-run rout of Bangladesh on Saturday.
Portugal breeze past Turkey and into Euro 2024 knockout stage
Portugal swept into the last 16 of Euro 2024 on Saturday after comfortably seeing off Turkey 3-0 and guaranteeing first place in Group F.
Paul targets US number one spot against Musetti in Queen's final
Tommy Paul won an all-American clash with Sebastian Korda on Saturday to set up a final showdown with Italy's Lorenzo Musetti at the Queen's ATP tournament in London.
Young fan invades pitch, gets selfie with Ronaldo at Portugal Euro 2024 game
A young fan ran onto the pitch during Saturday's Euro 2024 match between Turkey and Portugal and posed for a selfie with Cristiano Ronaldo in the centre circle.
Hungary coach confident Szoboszlai will be fit for Scotland clash
Hungary coach Marco Rossi played down fears over the fitness of captain Dominik Szoboszlai for Sunday's must-win game against Scotland at Euro 2024 after the Liverpool midfielder sat out training.
Tomljanovic reaches first WTA final in five years
Australia's Ajla Tomljanovic reached her first WTA final in five years on Saturday with a straight sets win over Russia's Anastasia Potapova at the Birmingham grass-court tournament.
Emotions run high as Shepherd breaks Royal Ascot duck
A tearful Callum Shepherd put behind him the upset of being taken off eventual Epsom Derby runner-up Ambiente Friendly by winning the Hardwicke Stakes with Isle of Jura on the final day of Royal Ascot on Saturday.
Thousands march in London to call for 'urgent' climate action
Thousands of protestors from across the UK marched through central London on Saturday to call for "urgent political action" on nature.
Three killed, dozens hurt, as Russia hits war-torn Ukraine city
Russia bombed a residential building in the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv on Saturday, killing three people and wounding almost 40, as it stepped up renewed hostilities.
Norris shrugs off McLaren fire to nab Spanish pole after 'best ever lap'
Lando Norris brushed aside the drama of his McLaren team's hospitality unit catching fire to produce "the best lap of my life" and deprive Max Verstappen of pole for the Spanish Grand Prix in qualifying on Saturday.
Resurgent Dressel has new take on young rivals
Caeleb Dressel, on the rise and Olympics-bound again, is ready to lend his hard-won wisdom to young rivals even as he aims to reestablish himself as swimming's preeminent sprinter.
Germany to 'play to win' despite possible Spain clash
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann said his team will play to win against Switzerland on Sunday, despite the risk of meeting in-form Spain in the quarter-finals.
Gaza health officials say 24 killed in Israeli strikes
Health officials in Gaza said Israeli air strikes on Saturday killed at least 24 people in the territory's north, a day after the International Committee of the Red Cross said 22 people were killed in shelling that damaged its office.
Georgia celebrate historic first Euros point, rue key miss
Georgia goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili hailed his team's "historic" first ever point after a thrilling 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic at Euro 2024 on Saturday.
Germany to 'play to win' despite possible Spain last 16 clash
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann said his team will play to win against Switzerland on Sunday, despite the risk of meeting in-form Spain in the last 16.
India make 196-5 against Bangladesh at T20 World Cup
India piled up their highest total at the T20 World Cup on Saturday when they made 196-5 against Bangladesh, chasing a victory which will put them on the brink of the semi-finals.
Norris nabs Spanish Grand Prix pole after 'best ever lap'
McLaren's Lando Norris produced a spellbinding late lap to deprive Max Verstappen of pole for the Spanish Grand Prix in qualifying on Saturday.