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In 1972, a millionaire built an artificial island in the Pacific to create a tax-free country, but it disappeared before becoming a nation

What if you could build your own country, write your own laws and never pay taxes again? That was the extraordinary vision behind the Republic of Minerva, a self-declared nation founded on an artificial island in the South Pacific in the early 1970s. Backed by wealthy investors and libertarian ideals,…

The Times of India

More than kimchi: The story of patience in a small Korean kitchen

How one couple built a loyal following, one bowl at a time.

The Canberra Times

Why can't Michael Oliver referee the World Cup final?

FIFA’s conflict-of-interest rules mean the Englishman is barred from overseeing Sunday’s showpiece

Evening Standard

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Why have FIFA sent England pair home from the World Cup?

Two Premier League representatives at the 2026 World Cup have been told their services are no longer required

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Who will referee the World Cup final?

An important position at the World Cup final, but who will be officiating the biggest game in football

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Who is the referee for Spain vs Belgium?

European sides Spain and Belgium are aiming to reach the World Cup semi-finals

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The politics behind World Cup referee appointments

Referees, their decisions and their appointments have been a hot topic of conversation this week at the World Cup

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Who is Michael Oliver? The referee for Canada v Morocco

Canada and Morocco are aiming to reach the World Cup quarter-finals

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Ten things to know about Michael Oliver

English referee Michael Oliver took charge of France and Norway's high profile group stage clash at the 2026 World Cup

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Who is Michael Oliver? The official in charge of Norway vs France

Norway and France fight it out for top spot in their World Cup group

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Who is the referee for Netherlands vs Sweden?

The Netherlands take on Sweden in Group F this evening at the 2026 World Cup, but who is the referee?

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Who is the referee for Ivory Coast vs Ecuador after Michael Oliver withdrawal?

The Group E clash was originally set to be officiated by Englishman Michael Oliver

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How much will referees get paid for the World Cup?

World Cup referees are in line to earn up to $100,000 with big bonuses if they are chosen for the latter stages of the tournament

The Independent UK

FIFA Reveals Full List of Referees for 2026 World Cup

All six confederations will send match officials to the 48-team tournament.

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The Independent UK

World Cup officials announced by Fifa with two Premier League referees picked

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Two Premier League referees selected for 2026 Fifa World Cup

The record-high 48-team, 104-game tournament will see 52 referees and 30 video assistant referees used

Sports Illustrated

Kylian Mbappe’s Gruesome Leg Wound After Raking Tackle Down Calf

Many felt that Jonathan Tah deserved a stiffer punishment than what he received.

The Guardian - UK

Arne Slot’s shot at redemption fades away after showreel of embarrassments

The spotlight intensifies on Liverpool’s coach, but what of a group of players who in effect surrendered against Manchester City?

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The Guardian - UK

Erling Haaland hits hat-trick as Manchester City thrash Liverpool to reach FA Cup semis

Antoine Semenyo scores too, and Mohamed Salah has a penalty saved, to ensure Manchester City ran out 4-0 winners

The Independent UK

Luckless Thomas Frank rues what might have been as Bryan Mbeumo punishes Spurs

Man Utd 2-0 Tottenham: Frank wanted Spurs to sign Mbeumo last summer but instead the former Brentford striker went to Old Trafford and scored against his former boss’s team

Evening Standard

Arsenal vs Tottenham referee confirmed: Michael Oliver picked for first Gunners game in 10 months

Michael Oliver has not taken charge of a Gunners game since Myles Lewis-Skelly’s controversial red card in January

The Guardian - UK

Webb defends VAR ruling out Liverpool equaliser against Manchester City

The referee’s chief said the disallowed Van Dijk header was not unreasonable while Webb dismissed the comparison to a similar decision that went in City’s favour

The Guardian - UK

Manchester City make title statement as Haaland and Doku sweep Liverpool aside

Erling Haaland recovered from missing an early penalty to open the scoring before Jérémy Doku’s fine finish capped a statement win for Manchester City

Evening Standard

PGMOL confirm why Bryan Mbeumo goal was allowed to stand despite Alexis Mac Allister head injury

Bryan Mbeumo fired Manchester United ahead after just two minutes at Anfield

The Guardian - UK

Slot concedes Liverpool face challenge after Manchester United’s Anfield win

Arne Slot blamed missed chances for Liverpool’s defeat by Manchester United and said it would be a challenge to revive their fortunes

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