Who Will Stand Opposite the Dutch in the final?
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World Cup Celebrity Trend: Vuvuzelas?
It was a sports photo made in paparazzo heaven – Leonardo DiCaprio and Mick Jagger, taking in some world cup soccer. Then Leo picked up the vuvuzela. (via Socialite Life)
“Octopus Oracle” Picks Spain to Beat Germany in World Cup
In this unpredictable world, why not rely on an octopus to foresee World Cup outcomes?
Instant Replay: The Ticket to Ending World Cup Controversies?
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Is A Lack of Instant Replay Ruining the World Cup?
It happened, again, in England’s game against Germany: A blown call on the field that nullified what should have been a game-tying goal. (via World Cup Blog)
World War II Bomb Kills Three in Germany
In what most be the saddest/strangest story of the day, three people have been killed and six injured trying to defuse a World War II bomb in central Germany.
Bono’s Back Surgery: The Impact on U2’s 360 Tour
It was one of TIME’s 76 things to see, hear or do this summer. But after lead singer Bono’s back injury on Friday, will fans be able to see U2 on the dates they signed up for?