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Run It Straight events set to be banned from some Auckland Council facilities
The ban, within the Waitakere Ranges Local Board’s jurisdiction, would include parks, fields, and other council premises.

Fire breaks out at industrial building in Christchurch
The building in Hornby had been evacuated and there were no reports of any injuries.

Putintseva asks umpire to eject spectator over safety fear
World number 33 Yulia Putintseva raises security concerns about a spectator during her first-round match at Wimbledon, asking for them to be ejected.

The Fluminense history maker, 44, with his eyes on Peter Shilton
Fluminense goalkeeper Fabio has helped his side into the Club World Cup quarter-final as he eyes Peter Shilton's appearance world record.

Parents face hurdles vaccinating children - report
Obstacles include difficulty booking appointments and too few jab reminders, say child health experts.

The Papers: 'Chaos on eve of welfare vote' and 'Red-hot Brits'
Parliament is to vote on the welfare bill amid reports of a backbench rebellion and Wimbledon heats up.

Father and daughter plucked from sea after cruise ship drama
Crew members were able to quickly rescue the pair, who were on the last day of a Disney cruise to the Bahamas.

Guilty plea expected over US student murders
Relatives of one victim posted on Facebook that the state had failed them by allowing a plea deal.

Household energy bills fall but may not go much lower
Bills for homes using a typical amount of gas and electricity will drop by Ł11 a month.

Chris Mason: Labour still has a big persuasion job ahead
Ministers hope a partial U-turn will win over Labour rebels when MPs vote on welfare changes later.

Lyon makes surprise announcement ahead of second West Indies Test
There will be a changing of the guard this week as Australia square off against the West Indies in Grenada.

Spring Creek resident fears drinking water contamination
One mum is glad to be back home in time for the school holidays but says the main feeling in the community is frustration.

Woman who died after crash at Hawkes Bay intersection identified
Amberlee Carlson, 31, crashed at the intersection of Takapau Rd and Racecourse Rd and died at the scene.

'All kinds of wizardry!' - best shots from day one of Wimbledon
Watch the best shots from day one of Wimbledon 2025 featuring defending champion Carlos Alcaraz and Great Britain's Sonay Kartal.

BBC investigation reveals hidden deaths at India festival crush
The Uttar Pradesh government says 37 people were killed in the Kumbh Mela crush, but the BBC has verified at least 82 deaths.

Trans troops in US military 'in survival mode' as ban on serving kicks in
Two transgender officers say they fear their military careers are over due to Trump’s ban on trans service members.

Parental leave and pay for new parents to be reviewed
Campaigners say the UK's system has been "overlooked for years", and investing in it is a "no-brainer".

US Senate begins voting on Trump's 'big beautiful bill'
Senators are debating a nearly 1,000-page bill that is pivotal to President Donald Trump's domestic agenda.

Royal train to be cut in Palace cost-saving measure
The announcement has come alongside the annual publication of royal finances.

Is RFK Jr's divisive plan to Make America Healthy Again fearmongering - or revolutionary?
The most powerful public health official in the US is reviled by some medics - but even some of his critics accept that he is bringing drive to healthcare areas that have long been neglected