World Cup: Flying Dutchman Van Persie Says Dream Has Come True
SALVADOR, BRAZIL (DPA) — Doubles from Robin Van Persie and Arjen Robben inspired the Netherlands to a sensational 5-1 victory over defending World Cup champions Spain in Salvador on Friday.
Australia May Demand Back Millions From Failed 2022 World Cup Bid
SYDNEY (DPA) — The Australian government may try to reclaim the 40 million Australian dollars (37.7 million US dollars) it spent trying to win the 2022 World Cup after allegations of bribery in Qatar's winning campaign, a media report said Friday.
FIFA hands Beckenbauer provisional 90-day suspension
Franz Beckenbauer is suspended from all football activity for 90 days by world governing body FIFA on Friday.
100 Days of Doubt, Frustration and Hope for MH370 Relatives
By John Grafilo (DPA)
Iraqi Parliament Fails to Meet as Jihadists Push Towards Baghdad
CAIRO (DPA) — The Iraqi parliament Thursday adjourned a session to vote on declaring a nationwide state of emergency due to lack of quorum, even as radical jihadists pressed ahead towards the capital Baghdad.
16 Reported Killed As US Drones Resume Pakistan Strikes
ISLAMABAD (DPA) — US drones killed 16 Islamist militants at their hideouts in north-western Pakistan, in the first strikes by the unmanned aircraft in almost six months, officials said Thursday.
Philippines Vows to Curb Illegal Fishing Amid EU Pressure
MANILA (DPA) — The Philippines on Wednesday vowed to curb illegal fishing after the European Union warned of a possible import ban.
Pakistan Airport Targeted Again After Airstrikes Kill 25 Militants
By Zia Khan (DPA)
Yangon Buses to Get Feminine Touch
YANGON (DPA) – Buses in Myanmar's largest city Yangon are to have female conductors for the first time, to improve the quality and safety of service, officials said Tuesday.
Taliban Kill Four Pakistani Soldiers After Airport Attack Repulsed
By Zia Khan (DPA)
