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Watch: Fan reported to police for kicking rugby ball from roof into stadium during live match
Premier League side Brentford say a criminal prosecution could take place following the “dangerous” behaviour during their match against Liverpool.

Pukekohe oil re-finery turns used oil into new base oil, boosting jobs and export
A Pukekohe-based facility has opened an re-refinery to recycle used motor oil, which has created jobs while earning export dollars.

EU poised to sign deal with New Caledonia on crucial nickel resources
The deal, from the European Union's point of view, would recognise nickel's place as a strategic resource and raw material.

Palace manager Sage facing fight to keep his job
Crystal Palace boss Pierre Sage faces a fight to keep his job, but will be given more time.

Ronaldo given 30-day suspension and £215 fine by Portuguese FA
Cristiano Ronaldo is given a 30-day suspension by the Portuguese Football Federation after leaving his country's international camp last month.

Houthi missile strike on Yemen camp kills 50 security recruits, local authorities say
Three missiles hit a camp in government-controlled Shabwa province that officials say was being used as a training centre for new recruits.

Tennis star Svitolina says emotional toll of Ukraine war led to Monfils separation
The two top tennis pros married in 2021 and have one child together.

Are free-scoring Brighton genuine Premier League contenders?
Brighton's start to the season has surprised many outsiders. But how high could they finish?

Kenya cult leader who told parents to starve children guilty of 191 murders
Self-proclaimed pastor Paul Mackenzie was found guilty of 191 murder charges - all but one of them children.

Ukrainians dying because US restricting intelligence sharing, Zelensky adviser tells BBC
Serhii Beskrestnov says there has not been enough time to warn people about incoming missile attacks. The White House said there had been no changes to intelligence sharing.

The Tigers legend Michael Cheika thinks would be the perfect next coach of Lebanon
Cedars coach Michael Cheika is returning to rugby union after the World Cup – and there is one man he would love to see succeed him.

Forsyth Barr Stadium reveals long awaited concert headliner
Drum and bass heavyweights Chase & Status have been announced as Forsyth Barr Stadium’s next headline act - and signalling a new era for the roofed venue.

Big gig revealed to break Forsyth Barr Stadium's drought
The chase for Dunedin's next headline stadium act is over after a nearly 1000 day struggle.

Leicester to visit Oxford City in FA Cup first round - see full draw
Leicester City will travel to National League North side Oxford City in the 2026-27 FA Cup first round - five years after winning the competition.

Obama blasts federal probe of congresswoman Ilhan Omar as 'so appalling'
Obama says federal agents' search of the Democrat's home was an effort to intimidate a Trump critic.

Uefa gives Infantino two-week deadline to release key documents
Uefa's letter contained 42 questions, covering Fifa's failed private investment proposals, its Peace Prize and the fallout from Folarin Balogun's World Cup red card.

Warning signs over threats to Australian politicians were rising before MP hit by car
The apparent attack on MP Helen Haines suggests the worst fears of politicians and public figures appear to have been realised.

Mission blasts off for Mars to grab a piece of its moon
A spacecraft is set to launch on an ambitious mission to bring 10g of Martian moon dust back to Earth.

Australian MP critically injured after being hit by car in apparent attack
The independent politician is in hospital after what the prime minister says may have been a deliberate attack.

Watch: Are the French riots a warning of an intense election to come?
Rioting, looting and vandalism has gripped France over the weekend after protests spiralled out of control across the country.