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Lego to launch life-size World Cup trophy as part of FIFA deal

Lego to launch life-size World Cup trophy as part of FIFA deal

LONDON (AP) — It’s a life-size World Cup soccer trophy — made of 2,842 Lego bricks. Lego teamed up with FIFA on Wednesday to announce the product that will launch the classic Danish toy brand’s fi...

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Edmunds SUV comparison: New Toyota RAV4 vs Honda CR-V

Edmunds SUV comparison: New Toyota RAV4 vs Honda CR-V

A small SUV is a great choice if you want a vehicle that is practical, comfortable and versatile enough to handle anything from daily driving to multi-day road trips. Available all-wheel drive, go...

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India reverses order on preinstalled cybersecurity app for smartphones

India reverses order on preinstalled cybersecurity app for smartphones

NEW DELHI (AP) — India’s telecoms ministry on Wednesday rolled back its order for smartphone manufacturers to preinstall a government-run cybersecurity app on new devices. The Ministry of Communic...

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Iran’s rial hits record low as nuclear sanctions impact economy

Iran’s rial hits record low as nuclear sanctions impact economy

TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran’s rial currency fell Wednesday to a new low of 1.2 million to a U.S. dollar as nuclear sanctions squeeze Tehran’s ailing economy. Traders offered the new exchange rate on ...

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Thailand lifts afternoon alcohol sales ban for holidays

Thailand lifts afternoon alcohol sales ban for holidays

BANGKOK (AP) — Thailand on Wednesday lifted a 53-year-old ban on the afternoon retail sale of alcoholic drinks, a move expected to help boost year-end holiday tourism, as well as business at venue...

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Social media sites will start closing children’s accounts in Australian

Social media sites will start closing children’s accounts in Australian

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Social media platforms must report monthly how many children’s accounts they close once Australia begins enforcing its 16-year age limit next week, a minister said Wedn...

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