Team returns after historic run to quarter-finals.

Brazil, Germany coaches feverishly await outcome of last-four clash.

Willian or Bernard likely to replace star striker in semi against Germany.

Israeli prime minister and president called teenager's father to convey condolences and express outrage over murder.

Afghan presidential contender Abdullah Abdullah has rejected preliminary results.

He will also be barred from playing in any cricket leagues abroad until December next year.

Reform-minded Modi has raised hopes for foreign investors with his pledges to open up India's stumbling economy.

Voodoo dolls representing a player from each of Brazil's opponents sit in a bowl.

Deceased was identified as army commander of sixth division, Major General Negm Abdullah Ali.

Top court rejects petition seeking to ban Sharia courts, but stresses they had no legal powers over Muslims.