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The move enraged not only the opposition but also the Brazilian football federation, which responded by suggesting the act was a "provocation to a rival and disrespects the game", one punishable by a yellow card.

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He blends opposition to independence and immigration with sharp criticism of the Scottish National Party - which is in favour of both.

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Ethiopia has accused Eritrea of preparing to wage war against it in collusion with an opposition grouping, in the latest sign of escalating tensions between the two neighbours over control of the Red Sea.

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Last year, the conservancy — which manages 88% of the island — scrapped a proposal to shoot the deer from helicopters, facing community outrage and opposition from local representatives.

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Cavallo quickly became a target of homophobic abuse by opposition fans.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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