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Tension mounts ahead of Cup draw

$1.4m ransom paid by family to free hostages

Australian Nigel Brennan says he and his companion were kept isolated and tortured during the 15 months they were held captive.

Fashion, hope and charity

As the founder of ethical clothing label Edun, Ali Hewson - also known as Mrs Bono - is on a mission to give something back.

All Blacks: France recall heavy hitters for test

Scepticism as Rwanda bid to join club

Activists say African country still falls short on human rights.

South Africa: Winning goals

Follow the beautiful game with a host of unforgettable and diverse experiences in South Africa.

Endangered animals sold to hunting safari

300 animals - including some that are extinct in the wild - were sold to a Northern Territory hunting safari.

Supercrocs walked with - and dined on - dinosaurs

Cricket: Bond, Fulton in test side to play Pakistan