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All Whites’ next opponents revealed? African football boss spills the beans
A European nation and a South American nation are among the three teams that appear to be coming to New Zealand in March.

England set target of 175 to win fourth Ashes test in Melbourne
Former greats from both nations were criticising the pitch again after a flurry of wickets before lunch on day two of a dramatic Boxing Day test.

Seamer Atkinson adds to England injury worries
Seamer Gus Atkinson adds to England’s injury problems by leaving the field on the second morning of the fourth Ashes Test against Australia.

One general, one mathematician: The men competing for power in two African elections
The leaders of Guinea and the Central African Republic aim to consolidate power after Sunday's polls.

Both of these influencers are successful - but only one is human
Some say AI is ruining social media, but others see its potential to democratise who gains fame online.

Don't rule out EU customs union, TUC boss tells Starmer
Trade unionist Paul Nowak says he wants to see the "closest possible" economic relationship with the EU.

Two words to avoid when making your New Year's resolution
Habit stacking and the language to avoid - five ways to make realistic resolutions you stick to this year.

British-Egyptian activist arrives in UK after travel ban lifted
For Alaa Abdel Fattah and his family this is a new beginning after years of separation and suffering.

Beyoncé, Labubu and Sydney Sweeney's jeans: 15 viral moments that defined 2025
Dubai chocolate, Adolescence and the parodied Jet2 advert were some of the other most talked about moments.

Her husband's kidnapping became Malaysia's biggest mystery. Then came a stunning confession
Nine years after her husband disappeared, Susanna Liew had a stunning legal win in one of Malaysia's biggest mysteries.

Adidas' 'Comfortable’ and ‘Stylish’ Japan Sneakers Are on Sale for $72, and They Go With Everything

UNIFIL says IDF forces fire impacted close by, one soldier 'wounded by gunfire, explosion sound'

Egyptian-British activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah arrives in UK after release from Egyptian prison

'The noise is extraordinary' - Duckett ramps for six
Ben Duckett goes on the attack, ramping Michael Neser for six over as England start aggressively in their pursuit of 175 runs to win the fourth Ashes Test on day two in Melbourne.

Stunning Dorgu volley gives Man Utd win over Newcastle
Manchester United hold on to take all three points in a hard-fought 1-0 win against Newcastle, with Ruben Amorim's side moving into the top five.

'We suffered together' - Amorim changes style as Man Utd win
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim was rewarded for a change in style and formation with a hard-fought win over Newcastle in the Premier League.

The Papers: 'Royal trips to woo Trump' and 'Gap year soldiers'
Apparent plans for a royal visit to the US in the new year and a new Army recruitment scheme lead Saturday's papers.

From a dino superhighway to origins of fire-making: The incredible discoveries in 2025
From ancient footprints to planet parades, 2025 science amazed us with discoveries on Earth and beyond.

Five of Queen Elizabeth II's most iconic outfits - from new royal exhibit
From fashion diplomacy in the US to a transparent raincoat, the late Queen's style was a powerful formula.

Is texting behind the wheel of a self-driving Tesla crazy?
Elon Musk says Tesla's automated software will allow its passengers to text in certain conditions.

'We will vote but not with our hearts': Inside the election staged by Myanmar's military rulers
This is the first election since the army's coup in early 2021 - and it is being widely condemned as a sham.

UK to offer military 'gap year' to boost recruitment
The paid 12-month course is aimed at under-25s, with plans for the scheme to grow to 1,000 young people a year.