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Conway, Clarkson, quicks give Black Caps bounce-back T20I win over South Africa
The five-match T20I series is locked at one win apiece heading into Friday night’s third match in Auckland.

Global popstar Robbie Williams announces New Zealand tour
The global popstar will be one of the first acts to perform at Christchurch's new stadium, marking his first return to the city in 25 years.

Len Deighton obituary: How a cookery cartoonist became a master spy writer
Best-selling spy author whose workaday secret agents were a world away from the glamour of James Bond.

'Looking like the Hamilton of old' and potential rule changes - F1 Q&A
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your questions following the Chinese Grand Prix.

Gerry Adams to testify in court over claims he had role in IRA bombings
Three men are seeking a ruling that Adams is personally liable for injuries they received in explosions in London and Manchester.

Reform pledges to scrap VAT and green levies on energy bills
There are fears the war in Iran could lead to a surge in household energy bills.

Zelensky to visit Starmer to sign new Ukraine-UK defence pact
Downing Street says the agreement bring together "Ukrainian expertise and the UK's industrial base".

Young Venezuelans voice hope and frustration as post-Maduro future unfolds
Young people who have only known one political system are adjusting to change after US forces seized Maduro.

And the burger goes to... Michael B Jordan marks Oscars win at fast food chain
Hours after winning best actor, Jordan joins an exclusive list of famous faces to celebrate an Oscar victory with a burger.

‘We’re not selling’: Manly owner passes baton to third generation of Penns
The Penn family were last year offered $30 million for their majority stake in the NRL club. They say they have no intention of getting out.

Recap: Black Caps beat South Africa in second T20I
Look back at live coverage as the Black Caps hosted South Africa in the second T20 international at Seddon Park in Hamilton.

Black Caps thump South Africa to level T20 series in Hamilton
New Zealand have levelled the series with a dominant win over the tourists in Hamilton.

Fire crews battle building blaze in Palmerston North
The building was well ablaze when crews arrived.

Arsenal trial and self-doubt: Valverde's journey to Real legend
Rejected by Arsenal as a teenager, Federico Valverde has transformed himself into a Real Madrid legend - and was the main man in their Champions League win over Manchester City last week.

Inside NSB - the state school at the top of English rugby union
In a sport often dominated by private schools, Northampton School for Boys are one win away from securing a league and cup double.

Woman not shortlisted for job as 'car is too old'
Alanah Thomspon French says her application was not progressed as her car was more than 10 years old.

Utah bereavement author found guilty of fatally poisoning her husband
A jury found that Kouri Richins killed her husband in March 2022 by poisoning him with a fentanyl-laced drink.

Trump 'not happy' with UK response to Iran conflict
It comes after Sir Keir Starmer said the UK was working with allies on a plan to protect the Strait of Hormuz.

Millions without electricity as Cuba's power grid collapses
Cuba's chronic fuel shortages have been exacerbated by a US blockade on oil shipments to the island.

‘I don’t really care what Lloydy says’: Bomber rejects ‘lazy’ label as unwanted record looms
Essendon have now lost 14 games straight, their last victory coming in May last year in the Dreamtime game.