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Chaos After New Year: 412 Rushed to Hospital, 6 Dead

A total of 412 individuals were admitted to the Colombo National Hospital on 13 and 14 April due to injuries sustained from various accidents, with six pronounced dead on arrival, according to Dr. Indika Jagoda, Director of the Accidents Ward. Of the total admissions, 110...

CONCACAF opposes 64-team World Cup plans for 2030

A 64-team World Cup in 2030 should not be considered, CONCACAF President Victor Montagliani has said, joining several other confederations in opposing a plan put forward by CONMEBOL. CONMEBOL President Alejandro Dominguez last week officially proposed a 64-team World Cup for the 2030 tournament, up...
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