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Why Lulu Sun won’t be defined by one magical Wimbledon run
Winning seven matches at last year’s Wimbledon was an incredible feat by Lulu Sun. But 12 months on, she says she wants to be remembered for more than that.

Council spends over $2m on seven speed bumps, then scraps one of them
Some residents of a west Auckland suburb are fuming after Auckland Transport dug up one of seven new speed tables which cost $2m two years ago.

Proud Boys no longer deemed terrorists in NZ
Police once described the American far-right group as violent ‘cryptofascists’ but they’re no longer designated a terrorist threat

Can Polaroid pics compete with a decent phone?
A sonar autofocus system and powerful flash can make for great instant shots, but also some unpredictable results.

'Stop!': Beyoncé pauses show as flying Cadillac tilts mid-air
There were gasps from the audience as the elaborate prop, which carries her over the crowd, malfunctioned high above the ground.

'Not football' - Maresca questions Club World Cup hosts after 'joke' delay
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca criticises the decision to stage the Club World Cup in the US following a two-hour weather delay during their win over Benfica.

Music and Politics At Glastonbury
Glastonbury organisers say they are "appalled" by comments made by an act.

Man critically injured in Piccadilly Circus crash
The car landed on its roof after the collision, which happened at about 05:30 BST on Sunday.

Bellamy's wry smile over Utoikamanu question
Craig Bellamy's reaction to a question around Stefano Utoikamanu's Origin selection appeared to be a giveaway.

Wrexham boss reveals messages to All Whites player about prospective signings
The Welsh football club owned by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney are coming to New Zealand to play the Phoenix in July.

‘Terrifying’: Woman’s tyres blown in pothole near state highway intersection
The 69-year-old said she had to “limp” the car off the busy junction.

More hope, less waiting: What ADHD treatment could look like in 2026
Following Pharmac’s announcement that from Feb 2026 GPs will be able to diagnosis ADHD, some who have been through the process already say they feel relieved.

Higher GP & public transport costs: This is what will change on July 1
As July begins, households across New Zealand are bracing for a wave of policy changes set to affect daily life.

Liam Lawson scores best F1 finish after close shave on first lap in Austria
The Kiwi Racing Bulls driver came sixth at the Red Bull Ring but was close to being taken out in a first-lap crash.

European U21 champions again - but who could make World Cup?
England Under-21s were hidden by the tickertape as they lifted the Euro 2025 trophy. Now they must ensure they do not disappear again.

Calvert-Lewin to leave Everton as free agent
Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin says he has made the "incredibly difficult decision" to leave the club when his contract expires.

'Keep the same gag going' - Lowe hits back at stadium announcer
Lions winger James Lowe hits back at the Perth stadium announcer's trolling about the tourists' southern hemisphere-born players.

Welfare U-turn means we are in 'better position', says Streeting
Health Secretary Wes Streeting said MPs raised "substantial" concerns over planned cuts to disability benefits.

Man arrested over murder of pregnant mother
Sarah Montgomery was a 27-year-old mother of two and was pregnant at the time of her death.

MP refers himself to commissioner over 'cash for questions' claims
Leaked emails purport to show George Freeman asking a firm that employed him what questions he should ask ministers.