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The Minister of State for Interior Affairs meets Paraguay's Foreign Minister
His Excellency Minister of State for Interior Affairs, Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Faisal bin Mohammed Al-Thani met Thursday with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Paraguay Ruben Ramirez Lezcano, who is visiting the country. Discussion...

Son Eyes South Korea History Against Brazil
South Korea’s captain, Son Heung-min, is on the verge of breaking the record for the most appearances for his country’s men’s national team when they face Brazil on Friday. The Los Angeles FC forward is set to earn his 137th cap in this...

Qatar, Paraguay sign agreement on exemption from entry visa requirements for holders of ordinary passports
DOHA: Minister of State for Interior Affairs HE Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Faisal bin Mohammed Al Thani has met at the Ministry of Interior headquarters with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Paraguay HE Rubén Ramírez Lezcano. During the...

Taiwan-Paraguay Polytechnic University Breaks Ground On New High-Tech Campus
Construction has officially commenced on the new Taiwan-Paraguay Polytechnic University (UPTP) headquarters. The completion is expected for mid-2027. This marks a milestone in cooperation between both countries to train professionals in high...

Paraguay’s Yellow Firefighters Launch 25th Annual Fundraiser To Save Lives
The Paraguayan Volunteer Fire Brigade (CBVP), widely recognised for its distinctive yellow uniforms, has launched its 25th annual fundraising campaign. This initiative aims to raise Gs. 3.5 billion (approximately US$500,000) for essential...

S. Korea coach eager to capitalize on learning opportunity vs. Brazil
By Yoo Jee-ho SEOUL, Oct. 9 (Yonhap) -- With the next FIFA World Cup only a few months away, South Korea head coach Hong Myung-bo said Thursday the upcoming friendly match against Brazil will be an important test. The Taegeuk Warriors will take on...

Highlights and goals of Austria 10-0 San Marino in UEFA Qualifiers World Cup 2026
Match summary This is a summary of the ten goals Austria scored in total, a result that, in addition to being historic in the UEFA qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, also gave Arnautovic the goalscoring record, making him the Austrian national...

Korea prepares for tantalizing Brazil test
There is a South American flavor to South Korean soccer this week. The youngsters made it out of the group stage at the FIFA U-20 World Cup after a loss to Ukraine, a draw with Paraguay and a much-needed win over Panama. There’s going to be a...

Korea set for tactical test against Brazil at int'l friendly in Seoul
Published: 09 Oct. 2025, 15:48 Players of the Korean men's national football team, including Son Heung-min and Jens Castrop, participate in a training session at Goyang Stadium in Goyang, Gyeonggi, on Oct. 7. [NEWS1] Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World...

Son Heung-min set to make South Korean history in Brazil friendly
Agence France-Presse . Seoul 09 October, 2025, 12:12 Son Heung-min | X photo. South Korea captain Son Heung-min is set to break his country's record for most appearances for the men's national team when they host Brazil on Friday. The Los Angeles...

Trump pick to lead federal watchdog agency withdraws after offensive text messages revealed. Follow live updates.
Sen. Jeff Merkley plans to speak as long as he’s able — 8:46 p.m. By the Associated Press The Oregon Democrat is going to hold the Senate floor tonight as long as he’s able to keep speaking and standing behind a poster that says, “Ring the alarm...

Which nations have already qualified for the 2026 World Cup? Brazil, Egypt, and Japan among 19 nations
Taking shape ©TM/IMAGO The countdown has already begun. Nine months until the World Cup returns. And this time, thankfully, it's back to it's usual slot in the British summer time. Next June, USA, Canada and Mexico will host the 2026 World Cup,...

Most appearances for men's national team: Son Heung-min set to make South Korean history in Brazil friendly
South Korea captain Son Heung-min is set to break his country's record for most appearances for the men's national team when they host Brazil on Friday. The Los Angeles FC striker is poised to win his 137th cap in the glamour friendly in Seoul,...

'It’s quite positive on Victor': Colin O'Brien confident of wonderkid's World Cup availability
Ireland manager Colin O’Brien is confident that Arsenal’s €2m recruit Victor Ozhianvuna will be fit for the U17 World Cup kicking off in Qatar on November 5. Since his pre-contract deal with the Gunners was announced last month, the versatile...

Son Heung-min set to make South Korean history in glamour Brazil friendly
South Korea captain Son Heung-min is set to break his country’s record for most appearances for the men’s national team when they host Brazil on Friday. The Los Angeles FC striker is poised to win his 137th cap in the glamour friendly in Seoul,...

Son Heung-min set to become South Korea’s most capped men’s player in Brazil friendly
SEOUL, Oct 9 — South Korea captain Son Heung-min is set to break his country’s record for most appearances for the men’s national team when they host Brazil on Friday. The Los Angeles FC striker is poised to win his 137th cap in the glamour...

Digicel celebrates 20 years in T&T, having invested $1.2b
WHEN Marcelo Cataldo slipped off his suit jacket midway through his interview with Express Business, revealing a red short-sleeved Digicel polo and tattoos, it felt symbolic. Under his leadership, Digicel has been doing much the same, shedding...

Al Khulaifi, Paraguay’sFM discuss relations
QNA Doha Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi met with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Paraguay Ruben Ramirez Lezcano in Doha on Wednesday. Discussions during the meeting covered...

Goal and Highlights: Paraguay 0-1 Norway in U20 World Cup
EVENT ENDED A rather complex duel, with few dangerous actions throughout the 120 minutes played, and it was a fortuitous play in favor of the Norwegians that ultimately gave the visitors the victory. VAR! The match is getting quite intense. The...

San Rafael: Paraguay’s Living Stronghold for the Atlantic Forest
San Rafael National Park stands as one of Paraguay’s last great bastions of the Atlantic Forest—a landscape of towering trees, mist, and resilience. Today, this vital ecosystem is taking a decisive step toward long-term protection. This...