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Hull KR resist 12-man Hull FC to win derby thriller
Hull Kingston Rovers withstand a stirring fightback by 12-man Hull FC to win the derby and extend their lead at the top of Super League.

Gloucester's Wade to join Wigan in cross-code switch
Gloucester rugby union winger Christian Wade will join Wigan Warriors in a cross-code switch at the end of the Gallagher Premiership season.

Bottlenose dolphins kill dolphin calf off Welsh coast
Rare attack seen by dolphin spotting tour could become more common as the seas warm, an expert says.

Blood pressure medication recalled over wrong dose on pack
People taking lercanidipine are being urged to check their medication after thousands of packs were recalled.

Watch: Olympic legend leaves parents in her dust at school sports day
The third-fastest woman in history, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, took part in sports day at her son's school in Jamaica.

Migrant dies in channel crossing attempt
Police say they are trying to establish the identity of a man who died crossing the English Channel.

'Clever' Papenhuyzen fools Dolphins
Ryan Papenhuyzen scores his first try of the night with a simple short side play.

O'Connor kicks match-winning goal
James O'Connor continues his dream season with the Crusaders with a match-winning kick.

Storm big man on report
Tui Kamikamica is placed on report for a high shot against the Dolphins.

NRL Highlights: Dolphins v Storm - Round 7
Dolphins host the Melbourne Storm in Round 7 of the 2025 NRL Premiership at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane.

How NRL’s brightest half came of age: Four things learnt in Dolphins’ boilover
As one of the game’s brightest young talents put on a masterclass, two Queensland hopefuls now face anxious waits with injuries clouding their seasons.

Gasly heads Norris in Saudi first practice
Alpine's Pierre Gasly sets the pace ahead of McLaren's Lando Norris in first practice at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.

Council bought unsafe homes for Grenfell survivors
More than 290 properties were bought by Kensington and Chelsea after the 2017 Grenfell fire.

Former Rochdale midfielder Thompson dies at 36
Former Rochdale midfielder Joe Thompson has died at the age of 36 after being diagnosed with cancer for a third time.

Toblerone dark chocolate bar discontinued in the UK
Mondelez International, which owns the brand, says it took the "difficult decision" to axe the 360g bar.

Storm winger leaps above Dolphins giant
Kane Bradley scores the opening try for the Storm after Jahrome Hughes' pinpoint kick.

Smith's cheeky advice to fiery Munster
Cameron Munster fires up with Jamayne Isaako and is penalised for the incident.

Howarth leaves field in agony
Jack Howarth clutches at his wrist in pain during the first half.

Dolphins milestone man charges over
In his 100th match, Josh Kerr beats Melbourne's defence to score.

Nikorima's flick pass delivers lead
Kodi Nikorima puts Ray Stone over with a moment of brilliance.

Ref bins two for melee
Kurt Donoghoe and Trent Loiero are marched from the field following a late scrap.

Tom Hawkins turns his home-town side from 170-point losers to winners within a week
The NSW country town of Finley, and its footy club, was transformed for the former AFL champion’s homecoming game against their arch rivals, Deniliquin.

Lane considering NRL future
Sam Thaiday praises the decision from Shaun Lane after his call to take time away from the NRL.