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Sixteen Months Later, Frustrated Chinese Gambler Who Went on Stabbing Spree May Face Life in Prison

Sep 03, 2014 05:11 AM EDT

A Chinese man who 16 months ago allegedly went on a stabbing spree and tried to torch a game room before hijacking and crashing a taxicab was charged by Hongkou District prosecutors Tuesday on suspicion of arson, intentional injury, and reckless driving.

David Luiz scored the second goal of Brazil to seal their victory against Colombia

Brazil's Mr. Congeniality Speaks Unifying Language of World Cup--In Words, Deeds

Staff Reporter |

Jul 08, 2014 03:15 AM EDT

With Brazil missing two players in their semifinal match against Germany, all eyes of the host nation's spectators are on David Luiz, the national team's Mr. Congeniality. Sure, he'd be wearing the captain's armband as Thiago Silva will be serving a one-game suspension after receiving a red card in Brazil's quarterfinal victory against Colombia. But more than a rallying figure, Luiz has spoken the unifying language of football, not only in words but also in deed.

Howard's Heroics Masks Serious Flaws in U.S. Soccer

Arthur Dominic Villasanta |

Jul 04, 2014 02:08 AM EDT

What would the score against Belgium have been without Howard?

Referee Pedro Proenca red-carded Cameroon's Alex Song during the June 18 Cameroon-Croatia match.

Convicted Match-Fixer Denies Predicting Cameroon-Croatia Match Results

Kristina Fernandez |

Jul 02, 2014 03:58 AM EDT

Convicted match-fixer Wilson Raj Perumal denied Tuesday the report published in a German weekly in which he allegedly accused the Cameroon team of selling their game against Croatia.

Uruguay's Luis Suarez reacts after the controversial collision with Italy's Giorgio Chiellini during the Italy-Uruguay match on 24 June.

Luis Suarez Issues Public Apology, Vows Never to Bite Again

Kristina Fernandez |

Jul 01, 2014 04:49 AM EDT

Uruguay striker Luis Suarez has finally issued Monday a public apology to Italy's Giorgio Chiellini for the bite that expelled him from the World Cup.

Mondragon Breaks Record For Oldest World Cup Player

Bianca Ortega |

Jun 25, 2014 04:51 AM EDT

Colombian goalkeeper Faryd Mondragon broke the world record set by Roger Milla by becoming the oldest player to participate in the World Cup 2014 at 43 years old.

FIFA World Cup: US vs. Portugal 2-2 Tie Keeps Cristiano Ronaldo from Tears

Katie Collom |

Jun 23, 2014 05:00 AM EDT

In an intense match on Sunday, the US and Portugal tied 2-2 while playing at the Arena da Amazonia in Manaus, Brazil. The US will go up against Germany next, while Portugal faces Ghana on Friday.

Slimani Powers Algeria to Historic 2014 World Cup Win vs South Korea

M. Morelos |

Jun 23, 2014 02:59 AM EDT

Striker Islam Slimani put up impressive plays and helped Algeria overcome a tough fight back from South Korea, who all but failed to salvage their Group H match, 4-2 in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Sunday's win moved Algeria into second place in Group H, with one match to play left against Russia.

Former English footballer Ian Wright’s wife and children held at knifepoint

Staff Reporter |

Jun 19, 2014 04:27 PM EDT

Former English footballer turned television and radio personality Ian Wright has flown back to his home in northwest London from Brazil due to a burglary incident involving his wife and two children.

Chilean Porn Star Offers 8-Hour Sex Marathon to Celebrate World Cup Win

Bianca Ortega |

Jun 19, 2014 05:22 AM EDT

Chilean porn star Marlen Doll offered eight-hour sex marathons to chosen residents for every victory that Team Chile clinched in the World Cup 2014 matches.

World Cup Champion Spain Suffers Greatest Ever Football Humiliation: is Eliminated by Chile, 0-2

Arthur Dominic Villasanta |

Jun 18, 2014 08:23 PM EDT

"Los Ancianos" show their age against the younger Chileans.

US Clinches 2-1 Win Against Ghana in Thrilling World Cup Match

Katie Collom |

Jun 17, 2014 01:04 AM EDT

The U.S. national team clinched a 2-1 win against Ghana on Monday. The win was particularly bittersweet U.S. athletes and fans as Ghana had eliminated the US from the Cup four years ago.

Hackers Take Down FIFA World Cup Websites

Abhinav Sethi |

Jun 16, 2014 04:00 AM EDT

Hackers have taken down a complete series of FIFA World Cup related websites, including those run by government and official partners of the World Cup.

Brazil Wins First Game of World Cup

Katie Collom |

Jun 12, 2014 10:03 PM EDT

Brazil beat out Croatia with a 3-1 score in the first game of the FIFA World Cup.

Pitbull, J. Lo and Claudia Leitte Perform at FIFA World Cup Ceremonies

Leo J. Magpayo |

Jun 12, 2014 09:57 PM EDT

Pop star Jennifer “J. Lo” Lopez, rapper Pitbull and Brazilian singer Claudia “Claudinha” Leitte perform in the opening ceremonies of the FIFA World Cup 2014.

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