Landfall Foundation awards $221,000 in grants
The Landfall Foundation presented checks totaling $221,000 to 52 agencies to fund projects in the greater Wilmington area. In its 13th year of making grants, the foundation was able to exceed the $211,785 to 59 projects in 2007.
Japan set for crucial World Cup qualifier against Qatar
Qatar and Japan clash in a crucial Asia Zone Group A qualifying match for the 2010 World Cup on Wednesday with the coaches of both teams under pressure to produce better results after recent slip-ups.
UAE look for World Cup lifeline against Iran
Iranian national coach Ali Daei is not willing to take any chances against a desperate United Arab Emirates when the two teams meet in their Asia Group 2 World Cup Qualifier on Wednesday.
Jamaica "Reggae Boyz" face must-win World Cup qualifier
Jamaica's "Reggae Boyz" face a must-win home match Wednesday in order to keep alive their dreams of a spot at the 2010 South Africa World Cup from the North, Central American and Caribbean zone.