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The brutal sledge that powered this Jamaican to become the world’s fastest man
Oblique Seville followed in the footsteps of fellow Jamaican Usain Bolt to be crowned world 100m champion in Tokyo.

Maori Language Week: A brief history of te reo Maori
It has been 50 years since te wiki o te reo Maori/Maori Language Week grew into the national kaupapa it is today.

How vulnerability management has become a boardroom issue
Vulnerability management is now a critical boardroom priority as Australian firms face tighter cyber regulations and rising digital threats requiring automated, proactive defence.

China in spotlight as NZ short film festival turns 20
New Zealand film lovers are in for a treat this October - a chance to catch some of the most exciting short films coming out of China.

F1 star’s punishment wiped following fiery clash with Liam Lawson
The penalty issued to Carlos Sainz following his collision with Liam Lawson during the Dutch Grand Prix has been rescinded.

The secret loan to secure Rupert Murdoch’s media succession plan
The succession battle may have been resolved but the exact details of the complex arrangement that made it happen remain murky.

What Pope Leo XIV's selection has meant for one Peruvian city

Travelers Reveal the Tourist Attractions That Are Actually Worth the Hype — From a Cemetery in Poland to the Grand Canyon

Attack at a police station in Colombia by FARC dissidents kills 1, injures 4

Father reunited with family in Sudan after Al Jazeera news report

Salah scores dramatic late penalty to beat Burnley
Liverpool remain unbeaten as they win 1-0 against Burnley after Mohamed Salah's stoppage time penalty at Turf Moor.

Red Roses master conditions and sidestep Scots to set up France semi-final
On a wet and windy day in Bristol, England played the percentages against Scotland and earned their reward - a spot in the Rugby World Cup semi-finals.

I won't change my philosophy, you would have to change the man - Amorim
What was Jim Ratcliffe thinking after witnessing Manchester United's latest humbling?

England sweep aside Scotland to reach semi-finals
England overcome Scotland and driving rain in Bristol to register a record-breaking 31st straight Test win and make the World Cup semi-finals.

Final stage of Spanish cycling race abandoned after pro-Palestine protests
The final stage of the Vuelta a Espana is abandoned after pro-Palestinian protesters enter the course in the centre of Madrid.

Police seek witnesses to fatal crash near Palmerston North
A person was found deceased near a vehicle around six hours after police believe the crash occurred.

Three charged after Auckland Prison assault leaves man with critical injuries
The three inmates were charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.

Andrew Fox appointed General Manager for HPE Networking ANZ
Andrew Fox has been appointed General Manager for HPE Networking in Australia and New Zealand, leading growth and AI-focused networking strategies.

Tugboat reaches stranded tanker stuck off the coast of Stewart Island
Weather conditions would determine when the two boats could connect.

Watch: 'I'll be staying on for the next five years' - Fiame Naomi Mata'afa
Fiame Naomi Mata'afa reflects on her time in office as Samoa's first female prime minister and shares her plans as an elected member of parliament after her loss at the polls.

Global Sumud Flotilla sets sail from Tunisia to break Gaza blockade

Haaland scores twice as Man City cruise to win against Man Utd
Manchester City beat rivals Manchester United 3-0, with a goal from Phil Foden followed by two from Erling Haaland at Etihad Stadium.

'There is, and there will always be, only one Ricky Hatton'
Former boxing world champion Ricky Hatton, who has died aged 46, achieved all he dreamed of and more, writes Chris McKenna.

Seville ushers in new era for Jamaican sprinting
Oblique Seville ends Jamaica's nine-year wait for a global 100m title with his hero Usain Bolt watching on at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.