Brazil World Cups

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  At World Cup, Brazil Player Pops Giant Ball On Pitch, Becomes A Meme

  A giant red inflatable ball that found its way to the pitch during Sunday night's World Cup match between Switzerland and Brazil was promptly burst by Brazilian goalkeeper Alisson Becker.

• Brazil: Four Officers Suspended for Beating up Scribes During Anti-World Cup Protests

  Four police officers have been suspended after being caught on video as they beat journalists during an anti-World Cup protest, the Rio de Janeiro police department said today.

• What Worries? Brazil World Cup Scores High

  Brazil's World Cup organizers can say it now: "Esta tudo bem" - it's all OK. What was everyone so worried about?

• Vladimir Putin and Ukraine Leader Petro Poroshenko to Meet at the World Cup Final

  Ukraine's leader has accepted an invitation to attend Sunday's World Cup final, with Russian President Vladimir Putin also among the spectators, amid a crisis between their countries, Brazilian officials said.

• Malaysian Lawmaker's Hitler Remark 'Unacceptable': German Envoy

  The German ambassador to Malaysia Holger Michael on Wednesday described a lawmaker's tweet praising Adolf Hitler after Germany crushed Brazil in the World Cup as "unacceptable".

• Brazil Launches Election Campaign Amid World Cup Fever

  Playing second fiddle to the injury woes of soccer star Neymar and the host country's bid for World Cup glory, Brazil kicked off on Sunday its campaign for October 5 general elections.

• 'Millionaire' Referee Loves to Toil for the Love of Football

  Jonas Eriksson is among the 25 referees who are officiating in the ongoing FIFA World Cup but what sets the Swede apart from his clan is that he happens to be a millionaire who doesn't really need to do this job for a living.

• Top 10 Restaurants in Belo Horizonte, Brazil

  Minas Gerais has one of the best regional cuisines in Brazil - hearty slow food served in big portions. In Belo Horizonte, the state capital, you'll find traditional restaurants and great bar foodXapuri No trip to Belo Horizonte would be complete without...

• Chile Warns its Citizens in Brazil from Fraud, Theft

  The Chilean government has warned its nationals traveling to Brazil for the 2014 World Cup, of theft and fraud, and urged them to take care of their belongings.

• FIFA World Cup 2014: Best Places to Eat in Rio De Janeiro

  Apart from the stretch of gorgeous mountains, white-sand beaches and verdant rainforests fronting the deep blue sea, Rio de Janeiro harbours some great restaurants to keep all foodies entertained.The final match for the FIFA World Cup 2014 will be played...

• Canadian Slips Past Security to Board Flight to Brazil

  An Air Canada flight to Brazil packed with World Cup fans was forced to turn back to Toronto on Thursday after authorities learned that a man had sneaked onboard.

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  Goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa is Mexico's National Hero After Draw vs Brazil

  Football and FIFA World Cup is not about strikers and sublime goals. Mexico goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa showed how defending against shots can be equally magical - a fact appreciated by Mexican president in a tweet.

• Brazil's President Dilma Rousseff Gets a Boost as World Cup Starts Well

  Brazil's hosting of the World Cup has been far from perfect but it has gone more smoothly than many expected, boosting President Dilma Rousseff's chances for re-election in October.

• Lionel Messi: Ready and Raring to Shine Bright for Argentina

  Lionel Messi has been considered one of the greatest footballers of his time. The Argentine has touched epic heights in the sport but has not been impressive for the national team. Not until he scored a blinder against Bosnia and Herzegovina in his team's FIFA World Cup 2014 opener - signaling a wave of change in the horizon.

• Brazilian Police Arrest 18 at Anti-World Cup Protests

  Police in Brazil arrested at least 18 people at anti-World Cup protests Saturday and broke up a group of rowdy Argentine fans with pepper spray in Rio de Janeiro.