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Hollywood star 'gutted' as Wrexham’s Premier League dream crumbles
Wrexham's dream of reaching the Premier League is over, for this season anyway. And for actor Ryan Reynolds, it was tough to stomach.

Man charged after bomb hoax at Peter Kay show
Omar Majed, of Washwood Heath, Birmingham will appear in court on Monday, police said.

Earthquake rattles lower North Island
An offshore, magnitude 4.0 earthquake shook the lower North Island overnight.

Fish and Game not concerned about vigilantes flying drones at duck hunters
Fish and Game's chief operating officer says hunters are "well versed" in dealing with protesters.

Formula 1 live updates: Liam Lawson starts 11th in Miami Grand Prix
All the action from the Miami International Autodrome.

Taiwan president visits Eswatini days after blaming China for cancelled trip

Hamas completes Gaza voting for general political bureau head, winner to be announced

McLaren breaks Mercedes’ dominance, Lawson finishes out of points in Miami sprint
Mercedes was knocked off the podium for the first time this season as Liam Lawson finished worse than mid-field.

Police 'appalled' by motorists speeding through school zones
Two South Auckland checkpoints dished out 70 infringement notices in two hours this week.

How parents manage devices and little kids
New research out of Australia asked first-time parents how they navigate screen use for their children.

Why Rocket Lab Stock Zoomed 28.5% Higher In April

History awaits: Wellington Phoenix women ready for first-ever playoff clash
The Phoenix enter the A-League Women semifinals for the first time, facing an in-form Brisbane Roar in a high-stakes away trip on Sunday.

‘It’s an eyesore’: The $80k ‘Tardis’ toilet locals say ruined their piece of paradise
Council launches more consultation, but warns unit will cost another $145k to shift.

Damien Grant: Reading the NZ-India free trade agreement made my stress levels rise
It’s Sunday. Maybe I shall take up yoga. I hear it is good for relaxation.

Canada's Abandoned Island Is Now A Serene Nature Getaway With Scenic Hiking Trails And Beaches

Two men charged, one in hospital after road rage incident at Christchurch intersection
Witnesses reported that the man had been assaulted by two men, who had subsequently left the area in their car.

Arsenal win over Fulham piles pressure on Man City in EPL title race
All of a sudden, Arsenal has a six-point lead in the Premier League. Over to you, Manchester City.

City’s famous $32m bridge closed after cracks spotted
Whangarei ratepayers paid about $17m towards the bridge’s construction, in conjunction with NZTA Waka Kotahi.

'Bookless bookstore': audio-only book shop opens in New York

Zelensky again warns Belarus against entering the war against Ukraine

Small offshore quake wakes Wellington
The Wellington region had an early morning jolt from a magnitude 4 earthquake on Sunday.

ACT's plan to toughen immigration rules
The ACT party is proposing a shakeup of immigration policy, with a six-point plan including deporting serious offenders no matter how long they have been in the country.

Career firsts and unwavering belief save Auckland FC's season
Auckland FC's A-League finals run continues thanks to dreams and manifestation.

ACT proposes migrant tax, asks why Shane Jones wouldn’t want more butter chicken
ACT leader David Seymour is wading into the immigration debate, taking a pot shot at NZ First and Shane Jones.

The Real Reason Intuitive Surgical Keeps Winning: A Cash Machine Hiding in Plain Sight

Who owns Bluey? The tug-of-war over ‘most beautiful dog’
What began as an informal “adoption” arrangement has escalated into an ownership dispute involving police.

One man’s descent into homelessness and the road that brought him back
By the age of 16, Carl Turner was an alcoholic and regular cannabis user.

Spain demands Israel release citizen detained from Gaza flotilla