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Wellington Phoenix women fall behind Brisbane Roar in home-and-away A-League semis
The Wellington women took an early lead in the opening encounter, but could not maintain their advantage in Brisbane.

Search for person in distress near Masterton river
A call for assistance heard from near the river by the skate park in Masterton at around 7.30pm Sunday.

Huge crowd attends free Shakira Copacabana beach concert
Shakira's appearance followed shows by Lady Gaga and Madonna, who have also performed on Copacabana beach in previous years.

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Major Israeli gang leader arrested in Thailand, expected to be extradited to Israel

Survey: Most believe German coalition won't last until next election

Why does squishing NeeDoh, slime or putty feel so satisfying?
NeeDoh is the latest stressball-esque, pliable, squeezable product.

‘Old age’ bites: Silver Ferns legend’s shock netball comeback cut short
The Silver Ferns legend lasted just 33 minutes for the Magic before suffering a calf injury in her surprise comeback.

Gin Wigmore opens up on divorce, returning to NZ
The 'Black Sheep' singer, who is separating from her "soulmate", says New Zealand offers a peaceful existence for her spirit.

Body found in Motueka Valley
Police believe the deceased is Nathan Green, a Motueka man who had been reported missing.

Heartbroken Allen loses semi-final after fluffing winning pot
Watch as Mark Allen misses a simple match-winning pot on the black during his semi-final loss against Wu Yize in the World Snooker Championship.

Phoenix lose lead to trail Brisbane in semifinals
After a dream start, the Phoenix fell 2-1 to Brisbane Roar in the first leg. Now they must overturn the deficit at a packed Porirua Park.

Education Ministry under fire for changes to rural Hawke's Bay school bus
Nine-year-old Ted Newall has epilepsy and other medical needs, but must now travel 3km to the nearest transport.

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Heathrow warns Iran war may cut passenger numbers

World largely unprepared if any new pandemic arises - Helen Clark
Countries have been too divided for the WHO Pandemic Agreement to proceed, with equity, access to technology and vaccines big sticking points.

Body found in search for missing Motueka man Nathan Green
A formal identification process is yet to be completed, but police believe it is Nathan Green.

Live: A-League women semi-final - Brisbane Roar v Wellington Phoenix
Follow all the action from Spencer Park in Brisbane.

Vlok passed fit to play: 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.

IDF, Border Police raid illegal weapons production site in Nablus

Saying 'no' to Elvis and other moments that shaped Dolly Parton's life
Biographer Martha Ackman chronicles the iconic singer's journey to stardom, including what's kept her resilient and reinventing herself.