against

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So far, victims have filed more than a thousand lawsuits against school districts and counties, with some resulting in enormous payouts.

From Los Angeles Times

Polly Portwin, from the Countryside Alliance, said the group would "fight tooth and nail" against the proposed law change.

From BBC

In the face of RSF attacks against Zaghawa areas, Darfur governor Minni Minawi, who is allied to Sudan's army, called on North Darfur residents to defend themselves.

From Barron's

But Newcastle joined local rivals Sunderland as the only sides to not score against United this season in the latest blow to their hopes of a return to the Champions League next year.

From Barron's

Morocco next face Zambia on Monday and a victory in that match against the 2012 champions will ensure that the hosts go through as group winners.

From Barron's