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Performer unfurls Palestinian flag on Royal Opera House stage
A cast member unfurls a Palestinian flag during a curtain call, prompting a brief scuffle as an official tried to take it away.

Warriors beaten by Newcastle Knights in NRLW round three
Two tries either side of halftime gave the Warriors a sniff against coach Ron Griffith’s former side, but they

The Stolen Children of Aotearoa uncovers chilling history
This feature documentary looks into the systematic dehumanisation of children in New Zealand by the state.

Takimoana creates Warriors history in courageous loss to NRLW powerhouse Newcastle
The winger became the first woman to score a hattrick of tries for the Auckland club.

Tactix stage second half comeback to beat Pulse and make ANZ Premiership final
The Tactix won 57-52 against the Central Pulse to reach the final.

Tactix eliminate Pulse to book grand final berth
Second onslaught propels Tactix to ANZ Premiership decider, where they will be chasing first title in team history against Mystics.

'The genius of modern boxing' - Usyk knocks out Dubois in rematch
Oleksandr Usyk further cements his place as one of boxing's greats by stopping Daniel Dubois in round five at Wembley Stadium to become a two-time undisputed heavyweight champion.

Is Open all over or do chasing pack have chance?
Scottie Scheffler is looking increasingly unassailable in Royal Portrush - can anyone deny him his fourth major and first outside the US?

World's first 150mph car returns to beach where it broke record
Sir Malcolm Campbell's Blue Bird returns to Pendine Sands for the 100th anniversary of the record.

Nearly half of hospital loo users do not wash hands
One professor said the University of Surrey study findings were "worrying but not surprising".

Two seriously injured in Bay of Plenty crash
Two people are seriously injured after getting trapped inside their car following a crash in rural Eastern Bay of Plenty.

Nothing’s statement headphones sound great and deliver solid value
Noise-cancelling headphones are a crowded market, but Nothing Headphone 1 stands out with its high-end design, comprehensive features and aggressive price.

Couple's church restoration gets historic places nod
An Otago couple have spent six years restoring a timber Presbyterian church in Kakanui designed by architect Robert Arthur Lawson, which has now been recognised as a Category 1 historic place.

Recap: Tactix finish strong against Pulse to advance to ANZ Premiership final
Look back at live coverage as the Tactix and the Pulse faced off to determine who will play the Mystics in next Sunday’s grand final.

Berger's journey from cancer to shootout hero
Ann-Katrin Berger was Germany's hero as she made two decisive saves in a penalty shootout as they defeated France in a chaotic quarter-final at Euro 2025.

Pacquiao, 46, draws with Barrios in comeback fight
Manny Pacquiao says he wants a rematch against WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios after missing out on the title on his return to boxing.

Disabled man fined for parking outside his home wins appeal at the second attempt
Mark Toplass successfully appealed against a penalty charge notice over a parking permit.

Taiwan coach apologises for 'pressuring' students to give blood
An investigation at National Taiwan Normal University found blood sampling had taken place for "research projects".

Japan heads to polls in key test for Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba
The election comes as US President Donald Trump ramps up pressure on Tokyo amid tense tariff negotiations.