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An anti-quota forum has decided to launch a countrywide signature campaign to protest reservations.

Buddhist monks are too tired to receive early morning alms because they are staying up late to watch the World Cup.

Croatia have picked out Australian striker Mark Viduka as the main threat to their World Cup hopes.

Brazil is unbeaten and hasn't allowed a goal in the Cup but the offence is considered the worst since 1990.

Frei also paid tribute to Togo on their World Cup debut. "There are no easy teams," he said.

India and China have reached a historic agreement to resume border trade through the strategic Nathu La Pass.

Michael Owen brushed off his lack of World Cup goals on Sunday, saying his self belief would see him through.

Experienced leg-spinner Mushtaq Ahmed could play in the Tests against England, captain Inzamam-ul-Haq said.

Andy Atkinson has been flown in to help prepare a lively track for the third Test, on Lara's request.

RJD MP Mohd Shahabuddin allegedly abused and threatened to kill the superintendent of Siwan Jail, where he is lodged.

Over a third of the way into the 2006 World Cup and you have to scratch around pretty hard to find any real surprises.

Relying and shot passes Argentina showed the best of Latin American soccer to their European opponents.

Guus Hiddink took the Socceroos behind closed doors to start piecing together his master plan to beat Brazil.

The World Cup has seen some good performance and some not so good one. Tell us which team you think has been the best till now.

Sweden's struggle to overcome an unimpressive Paraguay 1-0 in the Group match highlighted the enigma at the heart of the Scandinavian team.

A centre-forward in the traditional mould, Zigic’s main strength lies in his heading ability.