The private foundation operates under independent law with foundation capital from the governments of Germany and the State of North Rhine-Westphalia .
The Privatstiftung operates under independent law with foundation capital from the governments of Germany and the state of North Rhine-Westphalia .

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yes

He spent most of his 11-year professional career with Tenerife , appearing in 197 competitive games during six seasons , one spent in La Liga .
He spent most of his 11-year competitive career with Tenerife , published in 197 professional games in six seasons , one spent in La Liga .

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no

Both Iran and Saudi Arabia rejected the use of force as a solution to regional problems , rejecting the invasion of Kuwait by Iraq .
Both Iran and Saudi Arabia rejected the use of force as a solution to regional problems , rejecting the invasion of Kuwait by Iraq .

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no

Over time , some equipment and techniques developed for sports diving have accepted for technical diving more widely .
Over time , some equipment and techniques developed for recreational diving have become more widely accepted for technical diving .

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yes