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FIFA confirms South America will have 6.5 places for 2026 World Cup
Along with confirming the spaces for South American teams, the leader of world football insisted the 2026 World Cup would have 48 teams, up from the 32 teams in 2022.
Thu Apr 27 2017
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The glitzy lives of South American federation bosses
The presidents of the Brazilian Football Confederation never hid their lifestyles. They believed the impunity they enjoyed for so many years would last forever.
Wed Dec 23 2015
Brazil violence a 'warning', says Blatter
The claims of violence which forced the South America Cup final to be abandoned is a "warning" .
Sat Dec 15 2012
Football: Confederation probes Brazil violence
The South American Football Confederation said it was investigating the incidents which marred the midweek South American Cup final.
Sat Dec 15 2012
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Malaysia ready to lead ASEAN with clarity, calls for collective leadership - PM
We must act with urgency, unity and ambition to secure a prosperous future for all, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Mon Feb 17 2025
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Malaysia remains non-aligned, will not be drawn into power rivalries - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says Malaysia rejects economic coercion and unilateral actions that undermine regional stability.
Mon Feb 17 2025
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We can't run away, says Man Utd boss Amorim after another loss
The Portuguese has now lost eight of his 14 league games in charge with United down in 15th place in the table.
Mon Feb 17 2025
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[COLUMNIST] Malaysia’s emerging data centre boom: Seizing opportunities and powering a sustainable future
Data centre expansion must be integrated into a broader strategy that views tech infrastructure as a lever for sustainable growth.
Mon Feb 17 2025
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Donald Trump: Coming to you almost daily from the Oval Office
Trump leverages the grandeur of the historic West Wing office with media gatherings that are recorded and broadcast on news channels.
Mon Feb 17 2025
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Cops involved in crash rescue driver before car is consumed by fire
According to police, four individuals, including three police officers, were involved in the incident.
Mon Feb 17 2025
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Hezbollah chief says Israel must fully withdraw from Lebanon by February 18
Naim Qassem says any Israeli military presence on Lebanese soil after February 18 would be considered an occupying force.
Mon Feb 17 2025
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Israel receives shipment of heavy bombs cleared by Trump
Trump says he lifted a Biden-era block on the export of the bombs to Israel despite a ceasefire agreement being in place.
Mon Feb 17 2025
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Netanyahu reiterates support for Trump's Gaza plan
Netanyahu again praises US President Donald Trump's plan to resettle Palestinians from Gaza.
Mon Feb 17 2025
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Ringgit opens higher against US dollar on stronger GDP growth in 4Q 2024
According to Mohd Afzanizam, the ringgit is poised for positive starts today amid signs of weaker consumer spending in the United States.
Mon Feb 17 2025