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Usyk v Fury 2 - big-fight predictions
BBC Sport asks the world of boxing for their predictions for Tyson Fury's rematch against Oleksandr Usyk on Saturday.

Faced with turmoil, a defiant Trudeau hangs on - for now
As the longest serving G7 leader, the Canadian prime minister has weathered many storms. But this time might be different.

Five unanswered questions from the Pelicot trial
Although the Pelicot trial is over, some questions remain over the case that shook France.

The moment I knew Sam Konstas was ready for Test cricket
On a gloomy afternoon at the SCG the cricketing prodigy proved that he has what it takes.

Michael Freedman sees Golden Slipper potential in Pallaton
Pallaton stamped himself as a Golden Slipper contender for trainer Michael Freedman, while King Charles’ horse, Gilded Water, put the major cups on the radar.

Phoenix storm home against A-League Women champs after 45-minute lightning delay
Lightning has struck twice. The Phoenix have beaten A-League Women giants Sydney FC for just the second time.

Mongrel Mob member's rewana bread stocking foodbank to help hungry whanau
Support from the community will see 20 loaves of Vonz Kaukau's bread added to an Upper Hutt foodbank ahead of Christmas.

US Senate passes government funding bill, averts shutdown
The US Congress passed spending legislation early on Saturday in a down-to-the wire burst of activity that will avert a destabilizing government shutdown ahead of the busy holiday travel season.

One dead after crash in Northland
A person has died following a single vehicle crash in Horeke on Saturday morning.

'We have to be more bold': Syria's musicians await future under new Islamist leaders
A lively electronic music scene developed under the Assad regime. Now, it's unclear what comes next.

Strong winds warning as Christmas getaway continues
Disruption is expected on the roads, with Met Office yellow warnings announced for parts of the UK.

US avoids government shutdown after bill passes
Congress votes to pass a budget deal to avert what would be the first US federal government shutdown since 2019.

Homeless evictions in Whanganui: about 7 remain from 50
A group of homeless people the council evicted from a freedom camping spot are settled into a new location - but it is not a permanent solution, the mayor warns.

‘Devastated’: Dumped McSweeney opens up as Clarke fires shot at national selectors
Former Test captain Michael Clarke has fired a shot at the selectors, declaring that axing Nathan McSweeney could end his career and the batter “deserved the summer” to prove himself.

Triple threat for ex-jockey Parker at Moruya meeting
Former jockey turned trainer Lauri Parker will head to Moruya on Sunday with three strong chances lining up.

‘A horrendous sight and smell’: Animal remains spill onto Waikato highway
A family has described the “horrendous” moment they saw the back door of a truck swing open, spilling animal remains ankle-deep on a Waikato highway.

Everyone knows about Santa Claus, but have you heard of Wangkarnal the Christmas crow?
"We don't have Santa here, he hasn't visited for about 50 years": Why the Wangkarnal crow brings presents every Christmas in one remote part of Australia.

Frustration at council view on 'benign' coastal landfill
A southern council says it needs to "draw the line" with a community over its old dumpsite.

Auckland FC’s unbeaten run ends as Western United run rampant
The visitors’ third goal came after Jake Brimmer ran into referee Casey Reibelt, an incident that left the hosts fuming.