Seoul stocks closed sharply higher Monday, with the KOSPI index surging 5.2% to 8,545.98, driven by an agreement between the US and Iran to end their war. The Korean won also rose significantly.
Italian teenager Kimi Antonelli, the youngest ever Formula 1 championship leader, seeks his sixth consecutive win at the Spanish Grand Prix. After dominating Monaco, he faces a more traditional track in Barcelona that will test Mercedes' true performance and his rivalry with teammate George Russell.
Victor Wembanyama's 32-point performance leads San Antonio Spurs to 115-111 win over New York Knicks, cutting the NBA Finals series deficit to 2-1.
The San Antonio Spurs defeated the New York Knicks 115-111 in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, ending the Knicks' 13-game postseason winning streak. Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with 32 points, while Jalen Brunson scored 32 for the Knicks.
The New York Knicks secured a 105-95 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, extending their playoff winning streak to 12 games. Despite trailing by 14 points, the Knicks rallied, led by Jalen Brunson's 30 points, to win on the Spurs' home court.
Gabriel Bonfim sees a victory over former champion Belal Muhammad at UFC Fight Night on June 7th as his path to welterweight contender status. Bonfim, on a four-fight win streak, aims to prove he's a well-rounded fighter ready for a title shot.
Teenager Joao Fonseca stunned Novak Djokovic in a five-set marathon at the French Open 2026, ending Djokovic's pursuit of a record 25th Grand Slam. This follows World No. 1 Jannik Sinner's shocking exit due to extreme heat conditions.
KOSPI fell 0.53% to 8,185.29, ending a 4-day gain, as AI-related shares declined and US-Iran tensions escalated, despite record highs in US indexes overnight.
The S&P 500 advanced for the eighth consecutive week, nearing a record high after overcoming early-week concerns over oil prices and bond yields. Positive sentiment was boosted by hopes of peace talks with Iran and strong earnings from Nvidia, alongside SpaceX's IPO filing.
LG Twins defeated Kiwoom Heroes 5-2, ending the Heroes' six-game winning streak. Despite trailing 0-2, LG rallied in the 3rd inning with timely hits, including three doubles, to score four runs and secure the victory.
The Hanshin Tigers defeated the Yomiuri Giants 7-2, extending their winning streak to three games. Rookie Tateishi and veteran Morishita led the offense with timely hits, showcasing the team's strong batting power.
Josh Hart scored a playoff career-high 26 points as the New York Knicks defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 109-93 to take a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference finals. Jalen Brunson added 19 points and 14 assists. Game 3 is Saturday in Cleveland.
Jannik Sinner, 24, made history by winning the Rome Masters, becoming the first Italian man to do so in 50 years. He also became the second man after Novak Djokovic to win all nine Masters 1000 events.
The Minnesota Timberwolves are out of the NBA playoffs after a spirited but ultimately losing effort against the San Antonio Spurs. Despite injuries and facing tough opponents, the team displayed remarkable tenacity and unique character, though questions remain about their roster's long-term championship potential.
Kolkata Knight Riders, with a poor home record this season, face Gujarat Titans at Eden Gardens. KKR need a win to keep playoff hopes alive, while GT aims to secure their spot.
England's Red Roses, seeking a fifth straight Six Nations Grand Slam, face a crucial test against France with their defence under scrutiny after conceding 76 points in four games, compared to 29 last year.
England's Red Roses, despite a record 37-game winning run, face a challenging Women's Six Nations Grand Slam decider against France with a defence that has conceded 76 points in four games, significantly more than last year's 29 points, amid injuries and positional changes.
Mohammad Kaif believes RCB may gain an advantage if Varun Chakravarthy misses the IPL 2026 clash due to injury, citing Virat Kohli's comfort against quicker spinners.
World number one Jannik Sinner extended his Masters 1000 winning streak to 31 matches, equalling Novak Djokovic's all-time record.
Ruby Tui, a New Zealand rugby legend, predicts France will defeat England in the Women’s Six Nations grand slam decider, praising France’s unpredictable style and hoping to end England’s seven-year trophy hold.
SEOUL, May 12 (Yonhap) -- Seoul shares fell by more than 2 percent Tuesday, snap...
SEOUL, May 12 (Yonhap) -- Seoul shares fell by more than 2 percent Tuesday, snap...
SEOUL, May 12 (Yonhap) -- Seoul shares fell by more than 2 percent Tuesday, snap...
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