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List of Contestants

In the next two weeks, a total of 74 young men will take part of the Mr World contest. They will engage in various sporting and talent races as well as cultural and volunteer activities to be named “the world’s most desirable man.” Here is the list of the contestants who will vie for the title at the Mr World Final, which will be held on March 27 in Incheon. ANGOLAAUSTRALIA AZERBAIJANBAHAMASBELARUSName : Jorge FERREIRA MARTINS Age : 27 (186 cm, 75 kg) Job : AccountantName : Tim BOULENGER Age : 24 (195 cm, 100 kg) Job : Physical therapistName : Hafiz AGHAYEV Age : 24 (185 cm, 80 kg) Job : StudentName : Kendrick KEMP Age : 23 (188 cm, 79.5 kg) Job : ModelName : Mihail BARANOV Age : 21 (187 cm, 82 kg) Job : Student BELGIUMBOLIVIA BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINABRAZILBULGARIAName : Willem Lieve Hendrick VERMUYTEN Age : 21 (184 cm, 79 kg) Job : StudentName : Jonatan FISCHER VARGAS Age : 23 Job : BusinessmanName : Dejan RADOVIC Age : 27 (189 cm, 83 kg) Job : Salaried workerName : Jonas SULZBACH Age : 24 (189 cm, 85 kg) Job : Prospective studentName : Martin MARTINOV Age

Mar 15, 2010

Meet Reigning Mr World

By Lee Hyo-won Staff Reporter What does it take to be ``the world’s most desirable man?'’ A Spanish sommelier certainly met the requirements to beat 55 other charming men to win the 2007 Mr World title. Juan Garcia was 25 when he won the last edition of the event held in China. He had to train hard to enter the competition, including having to abstain from alcohol for three months ― which wasn’t easy for a wine expert. But nevertheless the trophy meant something big for his career as a model at the time. ``I knew that winning this title was what I have been working toward for many years and so I had to focus all my efforts on achieving that goal,’’ he said in a statement. As a sommelier he had to pass a rigorous examination, the mark of excellence in the appreciation and serving of wine. But he has only begun his long journey as an aficionado of the drink. ``I love the art of wine, the culture and customs that surround it on its journey from the vine to the glass,’’ he said. ``To me, if you are going to do something, you should enjoy it in the best way possible. That

Mar 14, 2010

Contestants Explore Beauty of Incheon City

By Lee Hyo-won Staff Reporter An international group of young men have flocked to Korea for the 2010 Mr World contest. The event is more than just about good looks and charms; it encourages cultural exchanges and exploration of the host country, which began Saturday with a tour of one of Incheon’s beautiful islands. ``On behalf of Incheon’s 2.8 million citizens, may I say what a great honor it is to hold Mr World 2010 in Incheon City,’’ said Mayor Ahn Sang-soo during the contest’s opening reception, Friday, at Goldensky Resort, Incheon. ``I hope that each of you takes home many beautiful memories and invaluable experiences from Incheon, a city that is leading the growth of Korea in the 21st century.’’ The 74 young men’s initiation into the competition kicked off on Wolmi Island, one of the 150 small- and medium-sized isles scattered around the area. ``Incheon is the preeminent business hub in Northeast Asia,’’ said Ahn. ``Chosen as the location for Korea’s first Free Economic Zone, the city has excellent international infrastructure, including the cutting-edge Incheo

Mar 14, 2010

Miss World Kaiane Aldorino to Judge Mr World 2010

By Lee Hyo-won Staff Reporter The world’s most beautiful woman will help choose the world’s most desirable man. Kaiane Aldorino, the reigning queen of the 2009 Miss World pageant, arrived in Seoul, Sunday, as a member of the jury for the 2010 Mr World contest, said the Miss World Organization. The United Kingdom-based organization has been hosting the Mr World competition since 1996 and the Miss World pageant since 1951. The 2010 edition of Mr World is co-organized by The Hankook Ilbo-The Korea Times Media Group. The beauty from Gibralter will be attending every major event of the competition until the final, which will be held on March 27 in Songdo, Incheon. The agenda for the next two weeks includes a sporting challenge, house-building project, charity events and talent show. ``Every moment will count in the judging process. We’re very excited that Ms. Aldorino will be joining us. She is a national treasure in her home country and the atmosphere will change when she’s around,’’ a spokesperson for the Miss World Organization told The Korea Times. Aldorino visited Ko

Mar 14, 2010

Inca Exhibition Impresses Mr World Contestants

By J.R. Breen Contributing Writer Contestants of the Mr World competition toured Seoul Sunday, experiencing local culture and visiting tourist hotspots. They began the day with a visit to the National Museum of Korea to see the Inca exhibition, something that caught the attention of the contestant from Peru, the ancient homeland of the Incas. "It was a surprise, it is really a pleasure seeing that Korea likes my culture," Manuel Illich, Mr. Peru, said. "I am having a great time. Seoul is a very nice city and I am meeting people from all over the world and learning from different cultures." Seventy-eight contestants are involved in the 16-day competition organized by the Miss World Organization and the Hankook Ilbo-Korea Times media group, battling for the position of the "world's most desirable man." The contest in Korea is the largest ever since the Mr World competition began in 1996. The main venue for the event is Songdo, Incheon. The contestants are divided into four teams: yellow, blue, red and black. While the blue, red and black teams spent the morning

Mar 14, 2010
  • Miss World Kaiane Aldorino to Judge Mr World 2010
  • Contestants Explore Beauty of Incheon City
  • Meet Reigning Mr World
  • List of Contestants

Korea’s Wealth Affects Health

By Bae Ji-sook Staff Reporter Koreans have become richer, especially in terms of eating: Instead of worrying about hunger or malnutrition, they can choose what, when and how much to eat among a wide range of foods. However, the number of people suffering from gastric disorders has gone up dramatically. According to the National Health Insurance data, about 5 million people were treated for gastritis in 2008. Why? "Koreans eat too much. If we reduce the amount of what we eat, I think the number of gastric disorders, including gastritis and esophagitis will be reduced," Lee Byung-hwan, director of the Mirae Internal Medicine Clinic located in Euijeongbu, Gyeonggi Province, said. As an alternative, Dr. Lee advised people to eat like monks. "Refrain from eating fried, greasy, meaty foods. Do not eat excessive amounts of spicy, hot, salty food but instead consume anti-oxidant foods such as vegetables and fruits," he said. In addition, Dr. Lee strongly encouraged a change of lifestyle. "Do not smoke or drink alcohol excessively. Avoid eating within three hours of sleeping. Try to

Mar 14, 2010

Mr. World 2010 Kicks Off

By Han Sang-hee Staff Reporter Mr World 2010 kicked off Friday night amid high expectations at the Goldensky International Resort, Incheon. With the contestants and VIPs present and ready to start the 16-day competition to name ``the world's most desirable man,'' Incheon Mayor Ahn Sang-soo and Chang Jae-ku, chairman of the Hankook Ilbo Media Group, gave welcoming speeches, wishing good luck to all 78 competitors. ``I would like to welcome the chairwoman of the Miss World Organization, Julia Morely, and the staff of the (organization) visiting Korea,'' Chang said. ``I'm very pleased to host the Mr World 2010 contest in Incheon. I expect the contestants to show all their talents and charms to the world through this competition,'' he said. ``You need to fill your heart with beautiful memories and tell your loving friends and family about Korea as you go back to your home country.'' Ahn expressed his excitement to be hosting such an event, expressing hope that the contestants will show their best and make their countries proud. ``It's very exciting to see the mos

Mar 12, 2010
  • Who Will Be Worlds Most Desirable Man?

Who Will Be Worlds Most Desirable Man?

By Han Sang-hee Staff Reporter The Mr. World Contest starts tonight in Incheon with more than 70 men vying to become the ``world's most desirable man.'' The contest runs through March 27, with various tasks awaiting the contestants from around the world. Organized by the Hankook Ilbo-The Korea Times Media Group and the Miss World Organization, the 16-day event will indeed keep the contestants busy. On Saturday, the group will take a tour around the host city, Incheon, and get ready for their two-week journey during the weekend scheduled with photo shoots. During the tour, they will get to experience a traditional Korean wedding and take a short ferry ride. The following Tuesday and Wednesday, the men will attend a sports challenge that includes a survival challenge and an All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) race. The men will pay a visit to Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang Province, one of the most traditional cities in Korea, and learn more about the country. The next day will be spent learning taekwondo at Bulguk Temple, followed by a visit to famous port city Ulsan and a q

Mar 12, 2010

What Are the Odds of Older Men Finding an Attractive Wife?

This is the third in a series of columns by James Lee, CEO of matchmaking firm Sunoo (www.couple.net), about various aspects of marriage on the basis of their 20 years in business. ED. When I first was starting my matchmaking business 20 years ago, there was a man that I remember very clearly: He was young and was pursued by numerous women, but he rejected all of them due to a lack of chemistry. For 10 years I tried to set him up with many women, but he continued to complain about chemistry and looks. Recently, he turned 45 and paid me a visit. With time and aging, his appearance had inevitably changed, and he had gained weight and was losing his hair. He was still single and still focused on the importance of physical chemistry. This man's case inspired me to investigate this topic further. I believe that older men have lower chances of getting married and that their chances will decrease even more if they set their physical attractiveness/chemistry standards too high. One of the reasons older men have a harder time getting married is financial; they often appeal t

Mar 11, 2010

(81) 2 Speed Skaters Write New History in Koreas Winter Sports

By Janet Shin People were excited and touched, happy and sad while watching the Olympic Games, due in large part to the challenges and stories of the athletes' lives. The 2010 Winter Games have ended, leaving people with touching stories about the competitors ― whether they reached the podium or not. Korea received a lot of praise for its achievements in this Winter Olympics, especially in speed skating. It is a truly meaningful development because Korea had won medals mostly in short track races in past winter Games, but this time around it won in long track and figure skating as well, emerging as a strong winter sports country. Mo Tae-bum and Lee Sang-hwa won golds in the men's and women's 500 meters speed skating, respectively, the first time for athletes from the same country to win both the men's and women's sprint. Lee Seung-hoon won the gold medal in the 10,000 meters, giving the fifth gold medal to his country after winning silver medal in the 1,000 meter event. It was a lucky medal because it was given to Lee after world record holder Sven Kramer of the Nether

Mar 11, 2010
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