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FOX Sports Achieves Record Viewership for FIFA World Cup Final Draw in U.S.

FOX Sports Achieves Record Viewership for FIFA World Cup Final Draw in U.S.

FOX Sports Achieves Record Viewership for FIFA World Cup Final Draw in U.S.
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FIFA World Cup 2026 to be Hosted by US, Canada, and Mexico, Marking Historic First

FIFA World Cup 2026 to be Hosted by US, Canada, and Mexico, Marking Historic First

FIFA World Cup 2026 to be Hosted by US, Canada, and Mexico, Marking Historic First
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Argentine Football Association Raided in Money Laundering Investigation

Argentine Football Association Raided in Money Laundering Investigation

Police in Argentina conducted raids on the national football association headquarters and over 30 soccer clubs as part of a money laundering investigation. The operation was ordered by Federal Judge Luis Armella, focusing on the financial firm Sur Finanzas, a major sponsor of Argentine football. Sur Finanzas has denied the allegations, claiming compliance with regulations. The investigation began with suspicions about Sur Finanzas' contract with Club Atlético Banfield, leading to further raids after documents suggested links to other clubs. The Argentine Football Association has not yet commented.
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Argentine Soccer Clubs and AFA Raided Amid Money Laundering Investigation

Argentine Soccer Clubs and AFA Raided Amid Money Laundering Investigation

Federal police in Argentina conducted multiple raids on the headquarters of the Argentine Football Association (AFA) and at least 17 soccer clubs. These actions are part of a judicial investigation into alleged connections with Sur Finanzas, a financial services company under scrutiny for money laundering and tax evasion. The raids, ordered by federal judge Luis Armella, targeted first and second division clubs, as well as the AFA headquarters in Buenos Aires. Sur Finanzas, owned by Ariel Vallejo, sponsors several AFA tournaments and clubs. The investigation, initiated by a complaint from the Customs Revenue and Control Agency (ARCA), alleges illicit transactions totaling approximately $560 million. Police are searching for contracts and documentation related to these allegations.
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Neymar Considers Move to Europe or MLS Amid Injury Challenges and World Cup Aspirations

Neymar Considers Move to Europe or MLS Amid Injury Challenges and World Cup Aspirations

Neymar Considers Move to Europe or MLS Amid Injury Challenges and World Cup Aspirations
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Police raid Argentine soccer clubs and AFA as part of investigation into alleged money laundering

Police raid Argentine soccer clubs and AFA as part of investigation into alleged money laundering

Argentine federal police have raided the headquarters of the Argentine Football Association and at least 17 soccer clubs
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Panama's Path in 2026 FIFA World Cup Revealed: Group L Opponents and Schedule

Panama's Path in 2026 FIFA World Cup Revealed: Group L Opponents and Schedule

Panama's Path in 2026 FIFA World Cup Revealed: Group L Opponents and Schedule
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King Abdullah II Celebrates Jordan's Industrial Achievements Amid Export Growth

King Abdullah II Celebrates Jordan's Industrial Achievements Amid Export Growth

King Abdullah II attended a ceremony at the Amman Chamber of Industry to celebrate the achievements of Jordan's industrial sector in 2025. The event highlighted the sector's growth, with industrial exports exceeding JD5.5 billion, accounting for 91% of the country's total exports. Key areas of growth included chemicals, pharmaceuticals, food, engineering, and textiles. The King presented commemorative shields to various institutions and individuals for their contributions to national exports. The event also marked Jordan's accession to the Pharmaceutical Inspection Cooperation Scheme, enhancing the competitiveness of its pharmaceutical exports.
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Soccer-World Cup matches to have mandatory hydration breaks in each half

Soccer-World Cup matches to have mandatory hydration breaks in each half

Dec 8 (Reuters) - World Cup matches at the 2026 tournament will have three-minute hydration breaks midway through each half regardless of the weather conditions, FIFA has said.
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Syrian refugee returns set to slow as donor support fades

Syrian refugee returns set to slow as donor support fades

GENEVA, Dec 8 (Reuters) - More than 3 million Syrians have returned home since the collapse of Bashar al-Assad's rule a year ago but a decline in global funding could deter others, the U.N. refugee agency said on Monday.
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Jordan Utilizes ABB's AI Technology to Tackle Water Scarcity

Jordan Utilizes ABB's AI Technology to Tackle Water Scarcity

Jordan's water industry is leveraging ABB's digital and AI technology to address the country's severe water scarcity issues. The German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) and the Water Authority of Jordan have selected ABB's Genix Industrial IoT and AI Suite to enhance water and energy data management. This initiative aims to improve energy efficiency and optimize operations across water utilities by using real-time data from multiple assets. ABB will also provide training and support to its local partner, Volt Automation, to ensure effective implementation. Jordan, ranked as the 15th most water-scarce country globally, faces increasing pressure on its water resources due to population growth, agricultural expansion, and climate change.
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Israel Reopens Allenby Crossing for Aid Transfer Amid Security Enhancements

Israel Reopens Allenby Crossing for Aid Transfer Amid Security Enhancements

Israel has announced the reopening of the Allenby Bridge crossing to commercial traffic, following a closure that lasted nearly three months due to a deadly terror attack. The decision comes after significant pressure from the United States and Jordan, and the implementation of enhanced security measures. The crossing, a vital route for aid from Jordan into Gaza, had been limited to pedestrian traffic since a Jordanian terrorist attack on September 18, which resulted in the deaths of two Israeli officers. In response, Israel and Jordan have introduced stricter screening procedures for drivers and cargo, including double inspections and Shin Bet preclearance for drivers. The reopening was facilitated by a meeting between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Mike Waltz, where Israel agreed to resume cargo transfers under these new protocols.