From the World Cup sidelines, Afghanistan's women's team is fighting for the right to play
Half-time and thousands of tiny cellphone lights are swaying in time to Coldplay's "A Sky Full of Stars" on a mild winter night at Brisbane Stadium for Australia's World Cup match against Nigeria.
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The Texas town caught in the middle of America's border battle
Eagle Pass is the front line in a showdown over migrants between Texas and the federal government.
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The Chilean band speaking out against police violence
All of the band's musicians were left partially or totally blinded by projectiles fired by police.
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Europe fires: How Canadair pilots battle the Mediterranean blazes
Water bombers have become a cornerstone of the fight – but flying them requires courage and skill.
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Thunderstorms cause damage in DC area
Severe thunderstorms caused damage across the Washington, DC, region Saturday, with downed trees and power lines and suspended service on parts of the Metro train system.
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Esmee Brugts 'proud' to earn a draw against USWNT
After making her World Cup debut for the Dutch national team against Portugal, 19 year-old Esmee Brugts returned to the starting lineup in the second group stage match against the US women’s national team.
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US nurse and child kidnapped in Haiti, says charity
The US State Department is aware of reports and is in 'regular contact' with Haitian authorities.
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Brittney Griner not traveling with the Phoenix Mercury on road trip due to mental health
Phoenix Mercury superstar Brittney Griner will not travel with the team on its two-game road trip to focus on her mental health, the team announced on Saturday.
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Mets vs. Nationals start time: Weather updates from Mets rain delay in NY
The Nationals vs. Mets game scheduled for July 29 received a sobering weather update: the start time would be delayed due to a Mets rain delay.No, the New York Mets-Washington Nationals game scheduled for Saturday will not be delayed due to Max Scherzer's impending trade. It's just a c...
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Max Scherzer trade details: What Rangers prospects will be sent to Mets?
Max Scherzer trade details between the Rangers and Mets are awaiting finalization. Here's what we know about prospects involved so far.The MLB trade deadline is coming up quick and Max Scherzer became the main character on Saturday with a trade agreed between the Rangers and Mets.Scherz...
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MLB Rumors: Max Scherzer trade opens door to blockbuster deal for Astros, Dodgers
Max Scherzer's impending trade to the Texas Rangers leaves a huge door open for the Houston Astros and Los Angeles Dodgers.Max Scherzer is on his way from Queens to Arlington in a trade between the New York Mets and Texas Rangers. Multiple hurdles need to be cleared to make the deal officia...
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Why it's getting easier to be a single mum in China
How rule changes and financial independence is helping unmarried women to keep their babies.
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