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FedEx expands electric fleet & community efforts in Asia Pacific
FedEx is expanding its electric vehicle fleet and boosting sustainability and community initiatives across Asia Pacific in fiscal year 2025.

What's behind the spate of gang shootings in Levin?
Authorities are worried about members of the public getting caught in the cross-fire.

'Chelsea were angry to lose him' - who is Liverpool's Ngumoha?
Sixteen-year-old Rio Ngumoha scores the winning goal for Liverpool against Newcastle in the Premier League, but who is he?

'A rivalry to run and run - a sensational night at Newcastle'
Newcastle United and Liverpool are providing the Premier League's latest big rivalry as a night of drama on Tyneside is settled by a record-breaking teenager, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

Pride, passion & heartbreak - but Newcastle need end to Isak saga
Newcastle United managed to score two goals against Liverpool, but the black-and-whites need a resolution to the Alexander Isak saga.

'How will I pay workers?': Indian factories hit hard by Trump's 50% tariffs
BBC correspondents visit export hubs across India to assess how steep US tariffs are impacting business owners.

Ukraine's naval band joins Scots Guards for joint performance
The two military bands were playing at Buckingham Palace to mark the the 34th Independence Day of Ukraine.

Chocolate and butter prices help drive food inflation to 18-month high
A survey says food inflation is at its highest level for 18 months, as the cost of staples grow.

Schools, care homes and sports clubs sold off to pay spiralling council debt
Hundreds of council-owned buildings being sold as local authorities seek to reduce debts of Ł122bn.

‘I could not go forward at all’: Firefighters emotional at Loafers Lodge trial
Wellington firefighters first to arrive at the deadly fire faced an emotional day in court as they recounted that evening.

Putting the boot in: Colombian women farmers embrace football

Israel-Brazil relations wither as Lula gov't refuses to approve Israeli ambassador

'Nerves got to me' - Keys crumbles to shock US Open first-round loss
Australian Open champion Madison Keys says her nerves got the better of her in a shock US Open first-round defeat by Renata Zarazua.

Teenager Ngumoha scores last-minute winner as Liverpool beat Newcastle
Teenager Rio Ngumoha scores a 100th-minute winner as Liverpool beat Newcastle 3-2 in the Premier League, with the 16-year old becoming the youngest scorer in the club's history on a dramatic night at St James' Park.

Man finds wife's lost wedding rings after searching through landfill
A Canadian husband crawled on his hands and knees through piles of compost to find the diamond rings.

Notting Hill Carnival revellers party in the sunny streets
The celebrations continue with the adult's parade, sound systems and live performances on Monday.

The Papers: 'In harm's way' and Farage's 'mass deportations' plan
Israel's double strike on a hospital in Gaza and Nigel Farage's plan for mass deportations dominate Tuesday's papers.

South Korea plays charm offensive with Trump amid trade pressure
Ahead of Lee's White House visit, anxieties were bubbling in Seoul that the meeting could turn bitter.

Sitting up straight isn't the only secret to good posture - here are three more tips
Here are Dr Xand's three suggestions on how to look after your back without turning into a statue.

Gazan students granted approval to study in UK
British government approves arrival of around 40 students with funded scholarships, pending Israeli approval.

How Taiwan is preparing for Chinese attack with acting, fake blood and mock missile strikes
Leaders are strengthening its defence, but most Taiwanese believe it is unlikely China will invade soon.