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Critical injuries after crash closes two roads in Waikato’s Gordonton
A serious crash has closed two roads in Gordonton on Wednesday.

Why we need more risky playgrounds
Boulders balancing on small wheels, palm trees hanging five metres in the air and monkey bars at odd angles - NZ designer Mike Hewson creates some gnarly spaces.

Sabalenka to face Kyrgios - but could 'Battle of Sexes' damage women's sport?
World number one Aryna Sabalenka will face Nick Kyrgios in a 'Battle of the Sexes' exhibition match in Dubai later this year.

LIV Golf changing to 72-hole format - what will the impact be?
LIV Golf events will be extended to 72 holes from 2026, putting them in line with the sport's established tours.

Micky van de Messi? How Spurs defender scored 'ridiculous' solo goal
You know you have scored a special goal when you are then being compared to Lionel Messi - and even more so if you are a centre-half, but that is what's happened to Tottenham's Micky van de Ven.

Israel receives coffin Hamas says contains body of Gaza hostage
If the body is identified as a hostage, five dead hostages will remain in Gaza and still need to be returned under a ceasefire deal.

William criticises Amazon forest deforestation crime in Brazil visit
On day two of his Brazil visit, the Prince of Wales also visited Paqueta and planted saplings.

LED mask ads banned over acne and rosacea claims
Adverts for cosmetic devices not registered with the medicines regulator must not make medical claims.

Swap crisps for popcorn and other ways to improve gut health
Instead of reaching for pricey probiotic shots or snacks, here are five easy food swaps to boost your gut health.

Harassment and bullying did happen at top rowing club
Sexual harassment, racism and bullying at Oxford Brookes' rowing club is confirmed by independent investigation.

Clutha District Council hopeful power will be restored to properties
Just over 200 people in the Clutha District remained without power as of Tuesday afternoon.

Advocates fear there may be plan to push homeless people out of Auckland CBD
A meeting held recently with minister Simeon Brown has sparked concern.

Spurs support Udogie after alleged gun threat
Tottenham say they are supporting Destiny Udogie after confirming their Italy defender was allegedly threatened with a gun by a football agent.

No Gyokeres, no problem - makeshift Merino provides Arsenal 'solution'
The sight of Mikel Merino wheeling away in celebration after scoring while playing as a striker is something that Arsenal fans have got used to seeing over the past nine months.

'It was over the top' - Van Dijk and Rooney's awkward on-air exchange
The full transcript of Virgil van Dijk calling out Wayne Rooney's "over the top" criticism of him live on air after Liverpool's 1-0 Champions League win against Real Madrid on Tuesday.

Taunting Trent & brilliant Bradley - the night Liverpool fully moved on
As Conor Bradley shone, Trent Alexander-Arnold was given a brutal and hostile reminder of his fall from grace, writes Phil McNulty.

Trans medic used female changing room for years, tribunal hears
Rose Henderson felt within her rights to use the Darlington hospital facility, a tribunal is told.

What Trump took from Dick Cheney's political playbook
There was no lost love between the two Republicans, but there are parallels in how both expanded presidential power.

Ros Atkins on… A year since Trump’s election victory
A year after Donald Trump’s election victory over Kamala Harris, Ros Atkins looks at how his second term has unfolded.

Tesla says Musk should be paid $1tn - will shareholders agree?
The car-maker is lobbying fiercely for the pay package, which is being voted on ahead of its AGM on Thursday.