World Cup Notes and Other Soccer Capsules: World Cup kindles some quirky allegiances
JOHANNESBURG (AP) — In India, World Cup fever has fueled a rivalry between rickshaw drivers. Revenge-minded Serbs are backing the Americans — in hopes of a chance to beat them in Round Two. In Haiti, pro-Brazil passion helps chase away the post-earthquake blues.
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Dads of service members feel pride, anxiety on Father’s Day
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