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Freed Gaza flotilla activists allege Israeli abuse, including rape
Activists allege abuse, sexual assault, and beatings by Israeli authorities after flotilla interception.

Alan Davies' live comedy show is a safe space for fellow sexual abuse survivors
In Think Ahead, the British comedian discusses Viagra, statins and sexual abuse by his late father "without letting the laugh metre drop".

Minister of Defence Chris Penk announces $1.6b investment for ageing maritime fleet and drones
Chris Penk said the government would invest in drone systems, ship maintenance, and work to replace an ageing naval fleet.

Ruthless Montpellier end Ulster's Challenge Cup dream
Ruthless Montpellier ended Ulster's hopes of winning a first trophy in 20 years with a 59-26 victory in the Challenge Cup final in Bilbao.

Trust and a connection - why Raducanu rehired Richardson
Emma Raducanu believes it is "very difficult to say" she made a mistake in parting ways with recently rehired coach Andrew Richardson after her US Open triumph.

Hull and Middlesbrough set for unique play-off final
BBC Sport looks at the Championship play-off finalists Hull City and Middlesbrough after the build-up was dominated by Southampton and Spygate.

Teen boys' racist murder sentences to be referred to Court of Appeal
Kamran Aman was killed by Marcus Staniforth and another boy outside his mother's home.

Judge dismisses criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal judge says the Maryland man who was wrongfully deported last year is being prosecuted for political reasons.

Charmain 'was on a mission' to find out who her prophet husband was. Then she died.
After a whirlwind romance and quickfire wedding, she was mysteriously found dead in a bathtub in Ghana.

North Korea's powerhouse women footballers are in Seoul to fight for title
They beat the South Korean club to progress to the final of the Asian Women's Champions League.

'Stupid on stilts' - Trump's investigation compensation fund draws ire of Republicans
The $1.8bn (£1.3bn) fund compensates individuals "unfairly" investigated under previous presidents.

Is it better to pay lump sums off a home loan, or higher repayments? - Ask Susan
RNZ's money correspondent answers your questions.

Watch: Formula 1 driver squashes groundhog in Canada
Alex Albon collided with a groundhog in practice, which led to a heavy crash and left his Williams with “extensive damage”.

Government members' bills: Politics in the biscuit tin
Members' Day at Parliament this week offered a smorgasbord of political tactics and motivations that may lie beyond simple legislating.

Maguire World Cup omission a shock - Rooney
Former England captain Wayne Rooney says Harry Maguire is "very unlucky" to miss out on a place in Thomas Tuchel's World Cup squad this summer.

Celtic v Dunfermline: All you need to know about Scottish Cup final
Martin O'Neill's Celtic and Neil Lennon's Dunfermline Athletic go head-to-head in Saturday's Scottish Cup final. Here are all the key details.

Russell edges Antonelli to take pole for Canada sprint
George Russell edges out Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli to take pole position for the sprint race at the Canadian Grand Prix.

Trump is putting pressure on Cuba - why and to what end?
The US has warned that a peaceful agreement with Cuba is unlikely, Havana insists this is a "fraudulent case" designed to justify military intervention.

Bodies of Italian divers did not have optimal equipment, says rescuer
Images from a cave where the four Italians were found reveal the difficulty that rescuers had in recovering their bodies.

William praises Catherine, saying 'our family couldn't cope' without her
The Prince of Wales says he feels "very proud" of his wife for completing her first official international trip since her cancer diagnosis.