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Nations openly violating global norms: Rajnath
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The Pioneer
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday stressed that India is standing ‘strong” in upholding international rules based order and flagged that some nations are “openly violating” the international rules, while many others are wanting to create...
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Bill Condon, Tonatiuh talk about the quietly subversive ‘Spider Woman’
An emerging star shines ever so brightly in director Bill Condon’s musical “Kiss of the Spider Woman.” And this actor can sing. He can dance. But best of all, Tonatiuh can tear your heart out. Named after the Aztec sun deity, the 30-year-old Los...
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Highlights and Goals Lithuania vs Poland in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers (0-2)
🤯⌚ End of Match In a dull game with few scoring opportunities, the Polish national team won 0-2 against Lithuania. One of the goalscorers was Robert Lewandowski, one of the best strikers of all time. His team is second in Group G, behind the...
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Every team that has qualified for the World Cup 2026
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World Cup 2026: The 28 qualified teams and those fighting for places
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The National News
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Qatar’s 2-1 win over the UAE on Tuesday night earned them a place at next summer’s World Cup in North America and left the national team’s own hopes of reaching the finals in the balance. After this latest round of international fixtures, we now...
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Balancing Participant, National Interests Makes World’s Best Pensions
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PLANSPONSOR - New York
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The retirement systems of the Netherlands, Iceland and Denmark once again are the top three systems worldwide, according to the 2025 Mercer CFA Institute Global Pension Index. The same three topped Mercer’s 2024 report. For the first time in the...
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What’s next for multilateralism?
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In his speech to the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) last month, United States President Donald Trump claimed to have “ended seven unendable wars” — a definite exaggeration, though his administration has helped make peace...
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Who has secured a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup after October qualifiers?
Indeterminate
FOX 10 Phoenix - Arizona
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LISBON, PORTUGAL - OCTOBER 14: Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal celebrates 1-1 during the World Cup Qualifier match between Portugal v Hungary at the Estadio Jose Alvalade on October 14, 2025 in Lisbon Portugal (Photo by Eric Verhoeven/Soccrates...
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10 best deep-lying playmakers in EA FC 26
A deep-lying playmaker in EA FC 26 is crucial in formations that include a three-man midfield. Players in this role rarely leave their position, but they often dictate the tempo of the match through their ball distribution, composure, and...
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The World’s Forgotten States
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Honi Soit
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I first came across the state of Biafra when I read Half of a Yellow Sun by Chimananda Ngozi Adichie. I had never heard of Biafra before. It was a foreign concept, a foreign place. A country that I didn’t even know existed had a history so complex...
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Olympic Football’s Century Long Journey From Amateur Showcase to Youth Platform
The history of Olympic football stretches back more than 125 years, reflecting not just the evolution of the sport itself but the complex relationship between amateurism, professionalism, and international competition. What began as a...
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talkSPORT tips – Best football bets and expert advice for Wednesday 15 October
The international break is drawing to a close, but there is still time for a final curtain call on Wednesday with some remaining World Cup 2026 qualifiers in North & Central America alongside a selection of friendlies. Our three best bets for...
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Ireland urged not to follow New Zealand in changing methane targets
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The Irish Times
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Climate experts have urged Ireland not to follow New Zealand’s footsteps, after it announced significantly weaker methane targets for agriculture based on a new goal of “no additional warming”. New Zealand is the first country in the world to...
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UN, Gates Foundation push for digital ID across 50 nations by 2028
(The Sociable) — The 50-in-5 campaign to accelerate digital ID, fast payment systems, and data exchanges in 50 countries by 2028 reaches a 30 country milestone. Launched in November 2023, the 50-in-5 campaign is a joint effort of the United...
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How much it will cost to watch Bafana LIVE at FIFA World Cup 2026
South Africa sealed their place at FIFA World Cup 2026 after Hugo Broos’s side defeated Rwanda 3-0 on Tuesday evening – and saw Nigeria triumph over Benin 4-0. It means Bafana Bafana fans can now start their preparations for next year’s tournament...
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Goals and Highlights: Iran 2-0 Tanzania in Friendly Match
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Szoboszlai Secures Sensational Draw for Hungary Against Portugal
Hungary travelled to Lisbon, Portugal for their fourth game in their FIFA World Cup 2026 qualification group. Portugal are as tough opponents as you can get: they won all three of their previous games in the group. However, their last victory...
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Making ‘After the Chagim’ Meaningful
Embed from Getty Images At last we’ve arrived at the annual period lovingly referred to in Israel as “after the chagim.” As the various components of the succah get dismantled and stored away, a collective sigh of relief can be heard throughout...
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Movie Junkie Mark: ‘The Penguin Lessons’
By Mark Domin Juan Salvador helping Steve Coogan, as teacher Tom Michell, keep his classroom focused in the 2024 movie “The Penguin Lessons.” MOVIE REVIEW “The Penguin Lessons” 2024 – Rated PG-13 1 hr 51 min 4/5 Stars Earlier this year, my friend...
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US writer trades avocado toast for baguettes and says life’s never been better after moving to small village in France
AN American said her life got ‘extremely’ better after moving to France four years ago. Audrey Bruno, an American writer, said that four major things changed in her life after moving to the European country. Sign up for the Lifestyle newsletter...
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