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Auckland FC draw with Western Sydney Wanderers
The hosts took the lead just before halftime at Go Media Stadium, but their joy was short-lived

Live: Liam Lawson into second phase of qualifying at Japanese Grand Prix
Follow live updates from Japanese Grand Prix qualifying at Suzuka as Liam Lawson returns to Racing Bulls following his Red Bull demotion.

Ovechkin ties Gretzky's all-time record of 894 NHL goals
The Washington Capitals star is now tied with Hall of Famer Wayne Gretzky, whose record stood for 26 years.

Ashley Cain's 'shocking' experience in the Brazilian favelas
The ex-footballer speaks about visiting some of the world's most dangerous environments for a new BBC series.

Sobbing over semolina - your school dinner memories
You share your memories of old favourites like jam roly-poly and the foods that made you 'gag'.

How might tariffs change the price of Nike's iconic trainers?
What impact will the introduction of hefty tariffs on countries in Asia have on Nike's iconic US shoe?

Parking firm told to pay Ł10k in five-minute rule row
Excel Parking had demanded Ł11,390 from driver Hannah Robinson, but lost a court case against her.

Woman contacted by stranger on DNA site - and the truth about her birth unravelled
An NHS trust has agreed to pay compensation after a woman, now in her 70s, discovered she had been swapped at birth.

Aussie Doohan's terrifying crash
Jack Doohan loses control and smashes into a wall at about 300km/h during practice at the Japanese Grand Prix.

South Korean error gifts Matildas the lead
A cross by Australia's Emily van Egmond causes chaos for South Korea as goalkeeper Kim Minjung scores an own goal.

Feleti charges over for a hat-trick
Moana Pasifika star Feleti Sae-Ta'ufo'ou crosses for a hat-trick against the Waratahs.

Frustrations boil over as Tupou swears at referee and misses crucial tackle in demoralising Waratahs defeat
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii was outstanding for the Waratahs but it was an afternoon to forget for NSW after Taniela Tupou was accused of swearing at the referee in a 45-28 defeat to Moana Pasifika.

Watch: Crusaders survive late fightback to beat Fijian Drua
The Crusaders won 31-14 but were made to sweat as the Drua scored two late tries in their Super Rugby Pacific match in steamy Suva.

Grass fires again interrupt Japanese GP practice
Trackside fires continue to be a concern at the Japanese Grand Prix as Lando Norris leads Oscar Piastri to a McLaren one-two in final practice.

The teacher who helped to propel Richard Burton to fame
Philip Burton lent his young protégé his name and helped him on his way to international stardom.

Sam Altman's AI-generated cricket jersey image gets Indians talking
Some found the image delightful, but others wondered about OpenAI founder's motives for wooing India.

Trump's agenda grapples with political and economic reality
Trump says it’s all going to plan but stock market turmoil plus struggles at home and abroad show how hard it is to deliver as president.

Tariffs get warm welcome in Ohio's industrial Trump country
As economic uncertainty swirls and the markets take a hit, many in this deeply Republican area back the president's plan.

‘The NRL only appears to see WA as a cash cow’: Premier hits back after talks break down
The NRL is on the brink of walking away from talks to install a North Sydney Bears-affiliated team in Perth in 2027 after an offer from the WA government fell well short of expectations.