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Formula 1: Red flag costs Liam Lawson in qualifying, Kiwi sets 16th fastest time in Imola
The Kiwi was denied any chance to better his first timed lap, and missed out by 0.123s.

Recap: Auckland FC beat Melbourne Victory 1-0 in first leg of semifinal
Logan Rogerson scored a crucial goal for Auckland FC at AAMI Park.

Knicks crush Celtics to reach Conference Finals
The New York Knicks beat defending NBA champions Boston Celtics to reach a first Eastern Conference finals in 25 years.

Lowry and Hatton swear in outbursts at US PGA
A furious Shane Lowry lashed out at the course and Tyrrell Hatton swore at his own club as tempers frayed at the US PGA Championship.

Autistic boy left on locked school bus for hours
Bus company Supreme Executive Travel said it had sacked the staff member it held responsible.

Jail for pair caught with Ł37m of cocaine on inflatable boat
One of the men, who dived overboard, was arrested eight hours later wandering around barefoot, NCA says.

Tributes to firefighters and worker killed in business park blaze
Martyn Sadler, Jennie Logan and David Chester died in the fire at the Bicester Motion business park.

Three Iranian men charged under National Security Act
The charges relate to a period between 14 August 2024 and 16 February 2025, police say.

Nine reported killed in Russian strike on civilian bus in Ukraine
Another seven people are injured in Ukraine's north-eastern Sumy region, local officials say.

How Cleary’s 2023 grand final masterclass is driving Daley’s Origin masterplan
Returning Blues coach Laurie Daley will let Nathan Cleary roam the field in Origin I – as he did when he destroyed Brisbane in that memorable decider.

‘I get mobbed’: Arnold opens up on brave new adventure in soccer-mad Iraq
After parting ways with the Socceroos seven months ago, some thought that may be the end for Graham Arnold. But he’s back, swept up in a tidal wave of support in Baghdad.

‘Our Melbourne Cup’: Local trainer savours special victory at Scone
Scott Singleton scored an emotional win in the Dark Jewel Classic with Melody Again as part of a double on his home track’s biggest day.

Rogerson goal gives Auckland FC crucial win in away leg of semifinal
The All Whites forward headed home just after the hour mark, meeting a trademark cross from Francis de Vries.

Awesome Ardie inspires Moana to magnificent Blues upset
For the first time in their history Tana Umaga’s men have defeated their crosstown rivals in a splendid Super Rugby contest at North Harbour Stadium.

Potter claims triathlon silver in Yokohama
Olympic triathlon bronze medallist Beth Potter takes silver in the World Triathlon Championship Series in Yokohama.

'You don't talk about the egg before the hen lays it'
Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner eyes history with a first trophy in the FA Cup against Manchester City - and is already breaking records at the club.

The photographs edited 150 years before Photoshop
The pioneering work of Henry Peach Robinson is being remembered in Leamington, Warwickshire.

No sequins or dancing at EU summit - but it'll be an extravaganza nonetheless
Monday's summit may not rewrite the Brexit agreement but the government hopes it might smooth a few wrinkles, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

Youth mobility scheme could be part of EU deal, PM signals
Sir Keir Starmer is expected to announce a broad agreement on the issue at a summit on Monday.

Israel launches major offensive to 'seize and control' areas of Gaza
IDF says "Operation Gideon's Chariots" aims to defeat Hamas, as Hamas-run health ministry says hundreds of people killed since Thursday.

Horne-Francis hobbles off the field
Jason Horne-Francis leaves the field with a hamstring injury.

Port star cops awkward blow
Josh Sinn was subbed out of the game after he copped a knee to the hip.