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World Cup 2026: South Africa Advances to Playoffs After Mexico
World Cup 2026 Group A: Mexico and South Africa advance to playoffs. South Korea hopes for best third-placed finish, Czech Republic eliminated.
First Ebola case reported in France
First Ebola case in France: doctor returning from Congo diagnosed. Prime Minister closely monitoring.
Cape Verde sets unique World Cup record
Cape Verde became the first team to score their debut World Cup goal from a direct free kick during the 2026 World Cup match against Uruguay.
World Cup 2023: final group stage matches
The final round of the World Cup group stage begins. Decisive matches in Groups B, C, and A will take place on June 24-25.
Safari tragedy: Canadian woman killed
Canadian tourist killed in South Africa safari after guide accidentally fires gun
Actress Emma Hussen charged with drug smuggling
British actress Emma Hussen charged with smuggling 320 kg of methamphetamine. She appeared in 'Hummingbird' with Jason Statham.
Ghana Panama 1-0: WC 2026 group match
In WC 2026 Group L, Ghana defeated Panama 1-0. Caleb Yirenki scored the winner in stoppage time.
Ex-president accused of crimes against humanity
Former Central African Republic president Francois Bozize faces trial in absentia for crimes against humanity including murder, torture, and rape.
IsDB: 150 million youth excluded from economy
IsDB official: 150 million youth excluded from economic processes. What are the barriers?
Man arrested trying to smuggle 150 scorpions out of country
A 28-year-old man was arrested at Cape Town airport for attempting to smuggle 150 scorpions hidden in luggage. He faces charges of illegal wildlife trafficking.
13 countries criticize UEFA president
13 countries sign letter criticizing UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin over expanded World Cup format comments.
FIFA demands Senegal remove star
FIFA demands Senegal remove Africa Cup of Nations star from 2026 World Cup shirts. Egypt also faces similar restrictions.
Dangerous anomaly in Atlantic: Scientists warn of global disaster
A 'cold blob' in the Atlantic signals a weakening AMOC, raising concerns of global climate disaster.
France-Cyprus military deal worries Turkey
France-Cyprus military deal worries Turkey. The agreement could increase tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean.
FIFA Bans Stars on Egypt's World Cup Jersey
FIFA demands Egypt remove seven stars from their 2026 World Cup jersey, as they represent Africa Cup titles, not World Cup wins.
Klopp criticizes World Cup 2026 opener
Jurgen Klopp harshly criticizes the Mexico vs South Africa opening match of the 2026 World Cup, citing poor tactics and low quality.
Sabah reveals fee for South African star
Sabah FC paid 7 million rand ($720,000) for South African defender Eyden McCarthy from Kaizer Chiefs, with a 10% sell-on clause.
African Referee Banned from WC 2026: Reason Revealed
US Homeland Security Secretary reveals reason Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan was denied entry to 2026 World Cup: suspected terrorist ties.
South Korea Beats Czech Republic 2-1 in WC Qualifier
2026 World Cup Group A: South Korea came from behind to beat Czech Republic 2-1. Mexico also won 2-0 against South Africa.
Record Broken, But Won't Last Long
Hugo Broos becomes oldest World Cup coach, but record will be broken soon by older coaches.
Historic Ceremony at WC 2026 Opening
Historic World Cup 2026 opening ceremony featured all players. FIFA starts new tradition.
World Cup kicks off: Mexico vs South Africa
FIFA World Cup 2024 kicks off with Mexico vs South Africa. Full match details and schedule here.
Andrea Bocelli to Perform at 2026 WC Opening
Andrea Bocelli to perform at the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony at Azteca Stadium in Mexico City, alongside David Guetta and others.
Sabah signs South African defender
Sabah FC signs Aden McCarthy from Kaizer Chiefs. The 22-year-old defender joins on a three-year deal for over $420,000.
Africa's Best Referee Denied Entry to US
Somali referee Omar Artan, Africa's best, denied entry to US despite World Cup selection. Traveling on diplomatic passport, he was deported from Miami.
Food safety: 1.5 million deaths
WHO report: contaminated food kills 1.5 million people annually. Children most at risk; Africa and Asia worst affected.
Messi Defends Throne or Ronaldo Fulfills Dream? Countdown to Historic Tournament
Will Messi defend or Ronaldo dream? 2026 World Cup preview: new format, hosts, favorites, and Turkey. Countdown begins.
Over 1.2 million attend Pope Leo XIV mass in Spain
Pope Leo XIV led a mass in Madrid attended by 1.2 million people during his first EU trip outside Italy.
WC 2026: Unusual decision for substitutes
WC 2026 substitutes may watch from locker room due to heat - unusual decision.
Earth's hidden balance axis discovered
US scientists discovered a hidden balance axis splitting Earth into two mirror halves. Climate change may disrupt this balance.
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