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Wallabies release Reds pair Faessler and Paisami for Lions clash

Wallabies release Reds pair Faessler and Paisami for Lions clash

Hooker Matt Faessler and centre Hunter Paisami have been released by the Wallabies so they can play for the Queensland Reds against the British and Irish Lions next week.

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UN Charter: a founding document violated and ignored

UN Charter: a founding document violated and ignored

Eighty years ago Thursday, 50 countries came together in the ashes of World War II to sign the United Nations' founding charter in order "to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war."

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Vinicius, Mbappe have to defend: Real Madrid's Alonso

Vinicius, Mbappe have to defend: Real Madrid's Alonso

New Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso warned his team's stars including Vinicius Junior and Kylian Mbappe on Wednesday that they must all pitch in defensively.

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US teen Cooper Flagg chosen by Mavericks with top pick in NBA draft

US teen Cooper Flagg chosen by Mavericks with top pick in NBA draft

Versatile US college teen star Cooper Flagg was selected first overall in the NBA draft on Wednesday by the Dallas Mavericks, where he'll join a star-laden team already touted as a playoff threat next season.

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Guardiola says City must be ready to 'suffer' in Orlando heat

Guardiola says City must be ready to 'suffer' in Orlando heat

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says his team must be ready to 'suffer' in the Florida heat when they face Juventus in their final Club World Cup Group G match on Thursday.

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NBA studying uptick of Achilles injuries - Silver

NBA studying uptick of Achilles injuries - Silver

NBA commissioner Adam Silver said Wednesday the league is studying a rash of recent Achilles tendon injuries, days after Indiana's Tyrese Haliburton became the latest player to be hobbled by such an injury in game seven of the NBA Finals.

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GA-ASI Announces Investment in Dutch Technology Innovator Arceon

GA-ASI Announces Investment in Dutch Technology Innovator Arceon

Selection Follows Successful Pitch During Blue Magic Netherlands Event

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Sama Achieves B Corp Recertification and Releases 2024 Impact Report

Sama Achieves B Corp Recertification and Releases 2024 Impact Report

Company’s B Impact score climbed 19.9 points, while its 2024 initiatives cut carbon footprint 17.1%, shifted 23% of electricity to renewables, and deepened career-building programs for East African talent

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On Its Centennial: The Occasion of Replacing the Kiswa of the Noble Kaaba Embodies the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's Enduring Care for the Two Holy Mosques

On Its Centennial: The Occasion of Replacing the Kiswa of the Noble Kaaba Embodies the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's Enduring Care for the Two Holy Mosques

The occasion was conducted with meticulous organisation. As the previous Kiswa was carefully prepared for removal, the new Kiswa was raised and securely fastened to all sides of the Kaaba. Additionally, the door curtain embroidered with golden embellishments, lantern-shaped pieces, the belt, and samadiyah pieces were affixed-a scene embodying high craftsmanship and precision.

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Pacquiao 'hungry' for comeback after four-year layoff

Pacquiao 'hungry' for comeback after four-year layoff

Manny Pacquiao said Wednesday that his lengthy layoff from boxing has reignited his passion for the sport as he prepares for next month's world welterweight title comeback against Mario Barrios.

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