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France v England live updates: Six Nations final round clash
France v England clash in the final round of the Six Nations.

Five lessons the Drua can take from win over Brumbies
The side recorded their second win this year with the victory in Ba, having defeated the Hurricanes in Lautoka two weekends ago.

One dead after motorised bike crash on Whanganui beach
Despite the efforts of first responders, the person was pronounced dead at the scene.

Hastings crash causes serious injuries and closes road
Waimarama Road near Te Mata Road is currently closed and diversions are in place.

EU reaches agreement on sanctioning Russian oligarchs

Kuldeep Yadav wedding: When and where is the ceremony? All you need to know

Police recover body from Manawatu River
The body has yet to be formally identified.

'Something I've never seen in 50 years of watching football'
There was an unusual addition to Chelsea's huddle before their game against Newcastle at Stamford Bridge - referee Paul Tierney.

Motörhead guitarist Phil Campbell dies aged 64
Phil Campbell's family said he died "peacefully" following a "courageous battle in intensive care".

More US Marines and warships being moved to Middle East, reports say
The reinforcements will come from an amphibious ready group that is usually based in Japan, an official told CBS, the BBC's US partner.

We expect government help in a crisis. Will Reeves intervene on energy bills this time?
After Covid furlough and Truss’s bailout, can the UK expect another government crisis rescue, asks Laura Kuenssberg.

Why Roosters weren’t impressed by prime minister’s pitch invasion
Anthony Albanese was among thousands of fans who ignored warnings not to enter the field when Alex Johnston scored his record 213th try. But you won’t hear any criticism from the NRL.

Review: Iron & Wine is in fine voice on Hen’s Teeth
Sam Beam's latest as Iron & Wine is lovely, laidback and 'loosey-goosey'.

The wait is over! Wales break long drought by beating Italy in Six Nations clash
Wales tasted Six Nations success for the first time in 1,099 days after blowing away Italy 31-17 in Principality Stadium on Sunday (NZT).

Body recovered from Manawatu River
A formal identification process will be conducted in the coming days to determine the person's identity.

OFC Pro League: Hekari stays in bottom spot; Kings pipped at home
South Island United's Solomon Islander got the Honiara fans cheering with a hat-trick.

Iran threatens heavier missiles, ‘upgraded weapons’ as war with Israel intensifies

How did shooter in ODU terror attack get gun he used?

How Bluey nails the perfect playground sounds
Tasked by his brother Joe, Bluey's creator, with avoiding animation stereotypes, Dan Brumm created a "natural" sound for the hit show.

Drivers could get licence points for fly-tipping
Councils will also be encouraged to seize and crush the vehicles of people caught fly-tipping.

Ireland beat Scotland to keep title hopes alive
Ireland outlast Scotland in a pulsating Six Nations Triple Crown decider to keep their championship hopes alive and deny the Scots in Dublin.

Murder investigation launched after baby's death
A 43-year-old woman was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody.

Harry and Meghan accuse royal author of 'deranged conspiracy'
Extracts from a new book about the Royals claim the Queen said Meghan had "brainwashed" Prince Harry.

The seven missing minutes for Nick Daicos that cost Collingwood the game
In what proved to be the pivotal quarter of the night, Daicos was positioned away from where the game was being decided. He touched the ball just six times. Adelaide slammed on six goals.