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World Cup: Asia determined despite abrupt end
What’s more important now is that we stay united, says AFC chief.
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Chile pay the 'penalty' as Brazil storm into World Cup quarters
The match ended 1-1 after extra time, but Brazil progress after beating Chile 3-2 on penalties.
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Pakistan, West Indies gain places on ICC committee
WICB president David Cameron and PCB chairman Najam Sethi were elected at the ICC's annual conference in Melbourne.
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Iraq troops advance on Tikrit in biggest fight back yet
Armed US drones fly over Baghdad to provide protection for US diplomats against militants.
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Syrian rebels could aid fight against Iraq militants: Kerry
Washington unveils plans to boost Syria's opposition with $500 million in arms and training.
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Australian activists say asylum seeker boat in trouble
Australian government has a policy of pushing boats back towards Indonesia in order to stop people smuggling.
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China's Xi calls for stronger frontier defences: Xinhua
President tells people not to forget the history of humiliation China faced and to build a strong frontier.
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Sri Lanka arrests looters behind religious riots
Muslim council says they will mark Ramazan in low key because of fear of more hate attacks against Muslims.
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US drones over Baghdad as Iraq battles for Tikrit
Kurdish leader Massud Barzani says Baghdad could no longer object to Kurdish self rule in Kirkuk.
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Thai coup leader denies conspiracy with protesters
Supporters of ousted premier Shinawatra blamed a coalition of establishment linked forces to overthrow the government.