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'Noticeable' spike in Dunedin car thieves targeting Subaru vehicles
Police say there is little or no sign of forced entry in many cases, and offenders are instead exploiting known vulnerabilities in some vehicle models.

Election live: Christopher Luxon, Chris Hipkins live on Morning Report just days out from election
It comes as closer analysis of the latest RNZ-Reid Research poll shows just 56.9 percent of those who said they voted National in 2023 still back the party.

700 days with a catheter, seven months waiting for 'urgent priority' cancer care
David, who is 82, says he's repeatedly sought updates from Southland Hospital about his planned operation but has been met with unanswered emails and voicemail messages.

Borthwick turned down my offer to work with England - Edwards
Decorated defence guru Shaun Edwards says his offer to work for England at the forthcoming World Cup was turned down by head coach Steve Borthwick.

To dive or not to dive? Football's big dilemma
Liverpool feel Alexander Isak should have been awarded a penalty against Arsenal but with the striker not appealing for the decision and the VAR staying out of it, should he have made more of it?

British adventurer Karl Bushby completes 28-year journey
Crowds gathered in Hull city centre to welcome him, before he walked home to his mother.

No10 defends flight to Manchester to collect Andy Burnham
The trip sparked a backlash with some questioning the value for money, but No 10 says security, cost and "operational requirements" were all factored in.

What we know about the alert app hack in Ukraine and Russia
Both Ukraine and Russia say their air raid alert apps were cyber-attacked - Joe Tidy explains what we know so far.

Labour ends power-sharing with Greens in 11 councils over Zionism row
Labour's ruling National Executive Committee sets out where it is cutting ties with the Greens.

Political satire is having a renaissance during the 2026 election campaign
Not everyone is a fan, with Winston Peters calling one parody "just plain nasty".

'Most New Zealanders would be appalled': Abusive parents blocking children from therapy
A report by Backbone Collective details how abusive legal guardians are preventing their tamariki from accessing therapy and healthcare

Bottom club Sunderland to stick with manager Le Bris
Sunderland manager Regis le Bris is set to be given more time to turn things around despite his side's poor start to the Premier League season.

Can Alcaraz's ex-coach help Shelton challenge his former protege?
US Open runner-up Ben Shelton joins forces with Juan Carlos Ferrer, the former coach of Carlos Alcaraz - BBC Sport analyses why the partnership suits both parties.

Carrick says it's 'crazy' but he's looking forward to Roma game
Under-pressure Michael Carrick says it might be "crazy" but he is looking forward to Manchester United's Champions League match against Roma at Old Trafford.

Huntingdon train attacker said 'I am the baddest', trial hears
Police responded to fears about Anthony Williams on a train the day before the attack, jurors hear.

Nowak family say police failed them multiple times
The murdered student's family say they feel "manipulated" and "failed" by Hampshire Police.

Drugs, cash and weapons found in raids as e-bikes 'blight' communities
A senior police officer says e-bikes and associated crimes are "blighting" communities across the UK.

A Paralympian vs a former TV news anchor - and other US Senate races to watch
All eyes are on a handful of Senate races that will decide control of the prized upper chamber. Here's a quick guide.

Driver who dragged head teacher to his death jailed for life
Simon Richardson is told he will have to serve at least 25 years for the murder of Michael Mullins.