Uruguay
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To achieve poetic justice, Ghana must emulate Uruguay’s nasty edge
With redemption or revenge on the menu, the Black Stars must go for broke — but they will need a dash of Suarez-level cunning, too
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Portugal enter with their most exciting side since 2006 and Ghana have a shot at revenge against Uruguay
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World Cup review, Part II: The trials of group A and Bafana’s lasting legacy
With a world-class gauntlet laid out in front of them, could South Africa make an expectant nation proud?
Canada’s legalised cannabis ey
Canada is now the second nation after Uruguay to legalise cannibis
As Canada awaits, Uruguay’s legal cannabis project provides benchmark
Uruguay legalised the production, distribution and sale of marijuana for recreational purposes in December 2013
Uruguay win group as Suarez inspires 3-0 win over 10-man Russia
Luis Suarez opened the scoring in the 10th minute and the South Americans extended their lead with the help of a Denis Cheryshev own goal
Fifa U-20 draw does Amajita no favours
Japan, Italy and Uruguay are all rated highly and are determined to get a crack at the final
Cannabis smokers left high and dry
Uruguay made history when it legalised the sale of marijuana but its progressive policy has led to distrust and police harrassment.
Uruguay striker Forlan retires from international football
"It was a very difficult decision, having worn the Uruguay shirt for so many years, more than I could have dreamed of," the 35-year-old striker said.
Suarez takes a bite out of life
From hand to mouth, Luis Suarez has been ruining lives since 2010. The Uruguayan chomper has done more for the bite than Mike Tyson – or Eve.
Fifa investigates Suarez-Chiellini biting uproar
Uruguay’s Luis Suarez could face a lengthy ban if an investigation by Fifa proves allegations he bit Italy defender Giorgio Chiellini are true.
Uruguay legalises all use, trade and sale of marijuana
Pro-weed activists have burst into applause as Uruguay became the first country in the world to legalise the growing, sale and use of marijuana.
Uruguay votes yes to legalising marijuana
Uruguay’s Parliament has voted to be the world’s first country to license and regulate production, distribution and sale of dagga for adult consumers.