New Zealand seeking first-ever trip to knockout stage
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June 22, 2026

New Zealand seeking first-ever trip to knockout stage

VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — New Zea‑land might have arrived at this World Cup just happy to be here again. But earning a point in the opener against Iran has opened the door to a run the All Whites have nev‑er made.

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Election board languishing as Gov. Shapiro fails to appoint new members
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By By CARTER WALKER Votebeat 
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House Energy Committee advances electric grid bills
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By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com 
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