governing body
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The Fédération Equestre Internationale, the governing body for Olympic horse sports, banned clones from competition in 2007.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
Clubs whose players go to the World Cup, or appeared in qualifying, will receive increased compensation this summer, FIFA, the governing body of world football, announced on Friday.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
What, did anyone think a governing body denying fans free water in the summer heat would allow 60 souls into stadiums without paying admission?
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
"Fifa is committed to protecting the health and safety of all players, referees, fans, volunteers, and staff," football's world governing body said in a statement.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
But this is the student council, the governing body of the whole middle school.
From "The Misfits" by James Howe
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