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Brazil's World Cup Stadium Delayed: Host Running Behind on Construction Seeks Help from United Nations

Brazil's capital city, struggling to finish a new soccer stadium in time for an upcoming dress rehearsal for the 2014 World Cup, is turning to a surprising partner for help: the United Nations.

NFL Free Agent Signings: Ed Reed to Texans, Nine Time Pro-Bowler Leaving Ravens

Ed Reed, a nine-time Pro Bowl safety who has played all 11 seasons of his career with the Baltimore Ravens, is headed to Houston, according to NFL.com's Albert Breer. Reed reportedly texted Breer that the deal has not been completed, but he will be signing with the Texans. The NFL.com report said Reed and the team are working on a two-year pact.

NFL Free Agents 2013: Urlacher Leaves Bears, Calls Offer "Slap In The Face"

Brian Urlacher, who has spent all 13 seasons of his professional career with the Chicago Bears and is the all-time tackles leader in Bears' history, is leaving the Bears after calling their one-year, $2 million contract offer "insulting."

Obama Israel Visit Enables President and Netanyahu to Establish Rapport in Tackling Regional Challenges, VIDEO

The US President and Israel Prime Minister reach agreements regarding regional challenges. President Barack Obama and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made strong efforts to set aside differences on Wednesday in order to work toward methods for overcoming regional challenges, The Los Angeles Times reported.

WWE Star Saves Mom After Neighbor Barricades Himself Into Home and Sets House On Fire, Chris Masters a HERO

Former WWE star Chris "The Masterpiece" Masters reportedly saved his mother's life last night from an attack that resulted in fire. Masters posted, "Thanks for all your thoughts and prayers.AHole got his from me!!!And is in jail as I type this.Moms resting comfortably with me at my place."

Obama Limo Towed: Driver Filled $1.5 M BEAST With Gas Instead of Diesel in Israel, REPORT

President Barack Obama had car trouble in Jerusalem without even being there. The driver of the limousine awaiting Obama's arrival in Jerusalem filled the car up with gasoline instead of the required diesel fuel and was towed at 10:00 a.m., two hours before the president actually landed, according to an official cited in a CNN.com report.

Eli Manning Wife Abby Expecting Second Child in June

New York Giant's quarterback Eli Manning and his wife Abby are expecting their second child in June.

Big East Additions 2013: Butler Bulldogs, Xavier Musketeers, Creighton Blue Jays Join New Big East

The Big East has officially added the Butler Bulldogs, Xavier Musketeers, and Creighton Blue Jays to the conference, rounding out its membership to 10. Those three schools will join the seven remaining Catholic universities, Marquette, Seton Hall, Georgetown, Providence, DePaul, St. John's and Villanova.

12-year-old Arrested For AK-47 School Prank With Minnesota Dispatchers, VIDEO

A Minnesota school district locked down several of its buildings on Wednesday following a 911 call that the authorities later determined was a hoax orchestrated by a 12-year-old boy that was arrested for making the call.

Bill O'Reilly Divorce UPDATE: FOX Host Facing Catholic Controversy Amid Criticism Of Obama Supporters, VIDEO

Although Fox News' Bill O'Reilly continues to call into question the true authenticity of President Barack Obama's Catholic supporters, he's currently in the midst of some religious controversy of his own, via the details of his past divorce to ex-wife Maureen McPhilmy.

NCAA Play In Games 2013 Tournament Schedule: Rayshawn Goins of JMU Suspended for First Half Following Arrest Sunday Night

James Madison University is set to take on Long Island University-Brooklyn Blackbirds (LIU) in a play-in game Wednesday night at 6:40 p.m. on TruTV that will be the Dukes' first NCAA Tournament appearance since 1994. James Madison will be without their best player Rayshawn Goins for the first half, however, after he was arrested Sunday night following a team party.

NCAA March Madness 2013 Preview: Louisville Cardinals Worthy of No.1 Seed? Video/Photo

The NCAA's March Madness tournament will kick off its round of 64 on Thursday. The Louisville Cardinals have been extremely successful thus far, winning a portion of the Big East regular season crown and the Big East tournament.

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