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20-year-old Phoenix defender set for first A-League start
An injury to a key player has opened the door for one of the club’s promising young players.

What the Kiwis need to keep Tonga quiet as red wave descends on Eden Park
All you need to know for the Pacific Championships test between New Zealand and Tonga in Auckland.

I have a wombat’s physique, but there’s a good reason I’m still running
OPINION: If I complete a run then, whatever else has happened that day, something has been achieved.

My name is Luzie. I was a student when I believe I was groomed
Luzie Schmid was called “Sunshine” by a lecturer who she says groomed her. This is her story in her own words.

The future of sitting: How the LiberNovo Omni chair is transforming the lives of creators and gamers
In a world where “always online” has become the norm, millions of programmers, designers, and gamers spend more time in their chairs than in their beds. The result? Chronic back and neck pain, muscle fatigue, and long-term spinal issues—all symptoms of a lifestyle built around prolonged sitting and high cognitive...

Labi Siffre's Something Inside gospel choir reunite
The choir sang on the 1987 hit and have reunited after 40 years to perform on Saturday.

England's 'make or break' week - Wane's big calls in bid to save Ashes
With Jack Welsby out, AJ Brimson in and Harry Smith recalled, England head coach Shaun Wane has made big decisions as he seeks victory over Australia. BBC Sport takes a closer look at those calls.

Pickford on England records, World Cup dream & love of motocross
Jordan Pickford sits down with Kelly Somers to discuss life at Everton, keeping clean sheets for England, a World Cup dream and a love of motocross.

Batting costs England again as NZ seal 3-0 sweep
New Zealand seal a 3-0 series sweep by edging to a two-wicket win in the third one-day international in Wellington, following another England top-order collapse.

Tanzania president re-elected as hundreds feared dead in unrest
Demonstrations continued on Friday as young protesters denounced the election as unfair.

Kiwi Ferns face daunting task against world champion Aussies at swelling Eden Park
All you need to know for the women’s league test between New Zealand and the Jillaroos in Auckland.

New Plymouth’s ‘provincial vibe’ and ‘funny accent’ get a Hollywood defence
Actor Melanie Lynskey has come to the defence of her hometown, saying she has always been proud of being from there.

‘Everyone wants to be here’: The ‘cool little town everyone’s falling in love with’
Hokitika is buzzing with economic growth, young families moving in - and no traffic lights!

‘Just annoying’: Three years of cones, red lights and one-way traffic on ‘dodgy’ road frustrates locals
Locals are demanding to know what’s taking so long to fix damage done in Auckland floods.

‘He said he believed in me’: Student calls relationship with lecturer ‘adult grooming’
Unitec says a lecturer’s relationship with a student breached policy and that ‘there have been consequences’ but won’t say what they were.

The AI bubble debate: 13 business leaders from Sam Altman to Bill Gates to Mark Cuban weigh in

Nvidia's dizzying week of dealmaking

Thailand Is In A National Mourning Period - Here's What That Means For Your Next Vacation

Luton beat Forest Green in rollercoaster seven-goal tie
Luton Town reach the FA Cup second round with an injury-time winner after Forest Green Rovers stage a remarkable comeback from three goals down in a thrilling first-round encounter.

'From black and white football to full colour' - Emery's three years at Villa
As Unai Emery marks three years at Aston Villa, Guillem Balague looks at his journey to Villa Park and his bid to "awaken the giant".

I’m skateboarding the 1,553-mile Wild Atlantic Way after my friend’s death
Becky Gilmour set out on her coastal journey to help "open up the conversation around suicide".

How TikTok put a centuries-old Hull festival on the global map
TikTokers such as Kalani Ghost Hunter, Redheadresidence and PT Vlogs posted content from the fair.