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Charity tea room may close despite Ludwig filming
The series, starring David Mitchell, is filming scenes in Hemel Hempstead.

Labour’s ‘simple fix’ to give Kiwi music act’s a leg-up
Currently, international artists are not required to have a New Zealand support act when they tour here.

Paintball gun fired at pair from passing car
The man and woman were standing outside a bar in Wellington when they were shot at.

Israel 'tried to intimidate' Irish amid spitting row - Hallgrimsson
Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson says he felt Israel were "trying to intimidate" his team amid allegations of spitting during Sunday's Nations League draw.

How India became dangerously addicted to Chinese imports
India’s toy shops provide an unlikely barometer by which to measure its economic relationship with China.

Forced to call him 'Dad': Trial over sexual abuse in disabled care home shocks South Korea
The BBC spoke to one of three residents at a care home who were sexually assaulted by a staff member.

Potty training scheme to roll out to 20 more areas
The government wants 75% of children to end their first year of school with a good level of development by 2028.

First ton in 11 months: Labuschagne cashes in days out from first South Africa Test
Marnus Labuschagne has responded to all the debate over whether he merits a place in Australia’s Test future by scoring his first century in 11 months – against an invitational South African XI.

Petrol price hits highest level since start of Iran war
The average price is slightly higher than at the peak of the war back in April.

Ex-England striker names TV star who sexually abused him while he slept at his home
Dance coach Kevin Adams, who appeared on BBC’s Fame Academy show in 2002, was jailed for 20 months for the assault.

Black Caps allrounder joins exodus to casual contract with NZ Cricket
White ball specialist Michael Bracewell has struck a deal with NZ Cricket for the 2026-27 season, to pursue an opportunity in the Australian Big Bash League.

Demand surges for telehealth ADHD assessments
The service has become an alternative for people seeking a diagnosis for the condition, but not wanting to wait months for an in-person consultation.

Bellamy bemoans new schedule after Denmark loss
Craig Bellamy suggests the new four-match international window has counted against Wales after Sunday's Nations League defeat against Denmark.

Supporters of jailed ex-PM Imran Khan march to Pakistan capital
Thousands have taken to the streets after talks between authorities and Khan's party ended in deadlock.

I only found out I had cancer after my four-year-old kicked me in the testicles
Dad discovers he has cancer after he was accidentally kicked in the testicles.

The job interview question you don't have to answer
Experts explain what you should do if you are asked for your current salary during a job interview.

Girl, 12, fatally shot in US during 'dispute over parking space'
Police in Baltimore have said the young girl was not a target of the shooting but was caught in the crossfire.

Brazil election goes to run-off as right-wing Flávio Bolsonaro wins first round
With neither candidate getting more than 50% of the vote, the election will go to a run-off on 25 October.

Walters unveils 23-man Kangaroos squad
Kangaroos coach Kevin Walters names his squad for the Rugby League World Cup.

North Melbourne coaching job decided: Jaymie Graham appointed
Jaymie Graham has finally won a senior coaching role, landing the coveted position at North Melbourne.

Breakdancing and beer: Inside the Roosters’ grand final celebrations
Dark sunglasses, ski goggles and a close call with a tree. The Roosters celebrated their dual premierships in style.

Fiji schedules potential referendum date on new constitution ahead of final parliament vote
Fiji is set to hold its first-ever constitutional referendum, if government legislation to draft a new document passes through parliament.