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One dead in serious crash on SH2 near Woodville
Emergency services were called to the crash on Friday afternoo. Despite efforts by emergency responders, the person died at the scene.

Meet the Kea: a solar-powered plane launched from a car near Christchurch that flies continuously around the Earth
A cross between a satellite and a plane, it aims to fly ‘perpetually’.

How the electric car almost became the norm, more than a century ago
There's been a huge uptake of electric cars in recent years, but more than 100 years ago, they were arguably even more popular.

Polyfest: All five stages back in full swing for final day
It's the final day at the ASB Polyfest with all five stages back in full swing after Friday's weather disruptions.

Te Tiriti o Waitangi lawyer unsurprised most submissions oppose Treaty Principles Bill
A lawyer says there's been a clear message to the government about the Treaty Principles Bill.

Real Madrid players fined but free to face Arsenal
Four Real Madrid players, including Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr, are cleared to face Arsenal in their Champions League quarter-final despite three being punished by Uefa.

Thousands enjoy weather at Aintree's Ladies Day
Ladies Day is one of the main events in the Merseyside social calendar when people dress to impress

How detectives cracked cold case of mum who killed her baby - after 25 years
Joanne Sharkey waited a quarter of a century for "a knock on the door" from the police.

China and US are at each other's throats - and neither is backing down
China's new 34% tax on US imports shows it is ready to tussle with Trump.

Videos show aftermath of Israeli strike on school-turned-shelter in Gaza
BBC Verify explains what we know about the incident after reviewing videos that were posted online.

Animal remains dumped in Hawke’s Bay river
The offal was found by a mum and 9-year-old daughter while walking the dog behind a holiday park.

Weather: Few showers remain, but the worst of it is over - for now
The last of the bad weather is over, MetService says, after two days of severe weather alerts - but the rain will linger in some places.

Southland retiree takes injured night birds under her wing
Gloria Harris has been running a nohinohi little owl and ruru morepork rescue service for 30 years. "I've probably cared for close to 300 birds," she told Country Life proudly.

Tracing history: A blind man’s guide to the British Museum
Fraser Alexander travelled to London to experience a touch tour of the Egyptian Sculputures exhibit after first being unimpressed with his hotel.

Dua Lipa performs with 'Kiwi legend' at final Auckland show
Niel Finn of Crowded House performed the band’s hit Don’t Dream It’s Over with the UK singer as part of her Radical Optimism tour at Spark Arena.

The questions around De Bruyne's Man City departure
Kevin de Bruyne's announcement that he will leave Manchester City when his contract expires at the end of the season raises several questions.

Homeless, scared and living on a makeshift bed while dealing with cancer
A human trafficking victim says the accommodation offered by the Housing Executive is unsuitable for her needs.

Israeli strikes in Syria a challenge to Turkey
Israeli air strikes on bases in Syria are a warning to Turkey to keep its military assets away.

Popcorn, chemicals and aircraft - the British winners and losers
Some UK exporters to the US see a chance to grow their firms, even as others fear a drop in sales.

RAF ban on 'exploding' Tunnock's teacakes lifted after 60 years
The marshmallow treats were reportedly put on a no-fly list after erupting in a cockpit in 1965.

Reform UK candidate suspended over pro-Jimmy Savile posts
Stephen Hartley was announced as a Reform UK candidate in the Banbury Hardwick ward, but has since been suspended.