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Lakapi Samoa CEO warns World Rugby sanctions could end Manu Samoa
There will be "no more Manu Samoa" if the government does not accept a proposed World Rugby review of Lakapi Samoa (Samoa Rugby Union) and the country is subsequently sanctioned.

What happens to strength, balance, stamina and reflexes as you age, and what you can do
Some age-related decline is locked in. Strength, balance and fall risk are not - and the evidence shows what works.

Late penalty for Liverpool denies Newcastle win
Szoboszlai rescues a point for Liverpool, scoring a stoppage-time penalty to deny Newcastle an opening game victory at St James' Park in the Premier League.

Relief for Iraola but Liverpool have work to do after snatching draw at Newcastle
Dominik Szoboszlai's injury-time penalty rescues a point at the start of the Andoni Iraola era - but Liverpool need to improv after below-par performance.

Scottish climber completes 'full house' of 1,072 peaks around UK
The 38-year-old becomes one of just over 100 people who have stood on all 1,072 summits.

Trump waves green flag kicking off high-speed IndyCar race through Washington
The president took a ceremonial lap of the track before the race, which is the culmination of a summer of events to mark the country's 250th birthday.

ECB investigating England bowler Brydon Carse for 'nightclub incident'
The ECB is investigating after videos circulating online appear to show England bowler Brydon Carse being led away from a nightclub in handcuffs.

Man arrested travelling to France after one dead and eight injured in London fire
A 34-year-old man is arrested on suspicion of murder following a fatal fire in Hounslow.

Brighton go end-to-end for second goal
Brighton goes from inside its own half before Maxim De Cuyper applies the finishing touches.

Verstappen in chaotic crash at home grand prix
Max Verstappen crashes out in the Dutch Grand Prix.

Video shows England cricketer handcuffed and led away by police outside nightclub
England's cricket authorities are investigating a reported nightclub incident involving fast bowler Brydon Carse, who is in the test squad for an upcoming match against Pakistan.

Watch: Szoboszlai smashes home 99th-minute penalty to rescue Liverpool
Substitute Victor Munoz earns a late spot kick as Dominik Szoboszlai delivers under pressure deep in stoppage time.

Mo'unga to play for All Blacks for first time since 2023 World Cup
The Canterbury first-five, who has recently returned from playing in Japan, has been named to start for the All Blacks against the Lions in Johannesburg on Wednesday morning.

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon speaks to Mike Hosking after ruling out bed tax
The PM had said accommodation levy and bank tax changes were on the cards.

Norris beats Antonelli to claim final Dutch GP win
Lando Norris and McLaren beats Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli to take a masterful strategic victory in a compelling Dutch Grand Prix.

DR Congo and M23 rebels agree roadmap for peace talks
Representatives met in Switzerland to work out next steps to resolve the conflict.

Guinea rubbish landfill collapse kills 30
A mound of rubbish at a major waste site buried several homes in the capital, the government says.

France links sharp rise in drownings to heatwaves
A government minister says people have been taking risks by going into the water, with 301 deaths since 19 June.

Newcastle and Liverpool united in tribute to legend Keegan
Both Newcastle and Liverpool pay tribute to their legendary player on the opening weekend of the Premier League season.

Perfect pass puts Bournemouth ahead
Marcus Tavernier scores against the run of play against Manchester City.

Good luck, NRL rivals. The Warriors can now stay in NZ until grand final week
We’ve laid out every top-eight scenario for every team. And after the Roosters fell to the biggest upset of the season, the Warriors could be, literally, home and hosed.