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Calls for transparency on medicine shortages caused by Iran war
Pharmac had listed isosorbide mononitrate, an angina medication, as the first drug to have shipping delays because of the conflict.

Cyclone Vaianu set to bring strong winds and heavy rain across the North Island
What’s the weather doing at your place?

How to protect your home from flooding
You may not be able to stop water coming onto your property during a storm - but there are some things you can do.

'Light and lean' Fury shows intent with weigh-in
Tyson Fury says he took his undefeated record "for granted" as he appeared lean and sharp at the weigh-in for Saturday's bout with Arslanbek Makhmudov.

'I was living in the toilet' - sick Li moves into Masters contention
China's Li Haotong didn't think he would be able to play at the Masters on Friday because of illness - then moved into contention for the Green Jacket.

West Ham have fresh hope - but Spurs now in uncharted territory
West Ham's thumping win over Wolves not only boosts their own Premier League survival hopes, but plunges Tottenham into the drop zone - and to new depths.

He lives on through his work - 16 incredible photos from late Planet Earth cameraman
Allan working alongside Sir David Attenborough on BBC documentaries including The Blue Planet, Planet Earth and frozen Planet.

Hundreds contact BBC about mystery skin condition 'hell' - but doctors can't agree it exists
Some think it's a severe case of eczema. Others say it's a condition called TSW. But doctors are stuck in a dilemma.

The Papers: 'Harry sued' and Vance warns Iran 'don't try to play us'
News of the Duke of Sussex being sued for defamation by a charity he co-founded dominates several of Saturday's front pages.

Your guide to the UK's music festival season for summer 2026
Glastonbury is having a fallow year but there are huge line-ups at many other festivals this year - and something different if you fancy that too.

Tankers urged not to pay toll to Iran for use of strait
Tanker firms are being advised not to pay Iran any levies in return for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump has handed JD Vance his most difficult mission yet
As the US vice-president leads peace talks with Iran, he must balance warring factions, a demanding boss and his own political future.

Police attend Christchurch home after reports of firearm possession
Police said community members may see police presence in the area as they continue to enquire.

Moana Pasifika v Chiefs live updates: Super Rugby Pacific week nine clash
Live updates of the Super Rugby Pacific clash between the Moana Pasifika and the Chiefs.

West Ham thrash Wolves to move out of relegation zone
Taty Castellanos and Konstantinos Mavropanos both score twice as West Ham beat Wolves to move out of the relegation zone in the Premier League.

Bath fightback stuns Northampton in quarter-final classic
Bath come from 21 points down to beat Prem leaders Northampton 43-41 and reach the semi-finals of the Champions Cup in an incredible clash at the Rec.

Magical 90 minutes tightens McIlroy's grip on Masters
Rory McIlroy opens up a six-shot lead at the Masters - a record after 36 holes - as he sharpens his focus on securing a rare back-to-back win.

The parents using play to stop children getting 'trapped' by screens
Researchers say more speech and interaction around children can aid the development of young brains.

This idyllic US town was full of police families - and a serial killer in their midst
For years, rumours swirled about who could be behind the bodies that washed up on the shores of Gilgo Beach.

I got a £10,000 loan for my nursing degree. Now they say it's an error and I have to pay it back
Students and graduates have described their shock at being told they were not eligible for the loans they received.

The five big sticking points in US-Iran talks
Peace talks between the US and Iran are due to begin in Pakistan on Saturday.