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Tahiti United go down fighting in OFC Pro League clash
The two teams were tied late into the game at Auckland's Eden Park.

Gangland killing at a funeral shocks idyllic French island

IDF kills Hamas commander who played 'significant role' in planning Oct. 7 massacre

Truffles, hazelnuts, and wine, oh my! This small northern Italian town is a foodie's paradise

Firefighters rescue person from Auckland house after suspicious fire
Emergency services were called to the fire in Auckland’s Wesley at around 4am.

Was this the day Spurs fans finally lost all faith in Frank?
Was the dismal home loss to struggling West Ham the day Spurs fans finally lost all faith in head coach Thomas Frank, asks chief football writer Phil McNulty?

Health board admits fatal infections probably caused by water system
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde had consistently denied its water system was responsible for causing infections which led to the deaths of cancer patients.

Big chains accused of masquerading as independent restaurants on delivery apps
Justina John says independent restaurants are "small fish trying to swim with the sharks".

Starmer and European leaders criticise Trump plan to apply tariffs over Greenland
The US president says several European allies opposed to his plans to buy Greenland will face 10% tariffs from February.

Mbeumo fires United in front
Bryan Mbeumo fired low into the far corner at the end of a swift Manchester United break to open the scoring in the 65th minute. SEO: Manchester derby, Premier League highlights 2026: Bryan Mbeumo goal video

Taxpayers have spent more than a billion dollars on the Australian Open. Is it worth it?
Taxpayers have spent more than a billion dollars since 2011 to bring the Open’s Melbourne Park venue up to world-class standards and secure the event in Melbourne until at least 2046.

Millman stitched up by Alcott
Dylan Alcott stitches up John Millman in hilarious fashion regarding his golf handicap.

Cyclist flown to hospital in critical condition after coming off bike in Tauranga
Police said the person was found following a crash on Kennedy Rd in Pyes Pa.

‘Very precious’ sex worker memorial plaque stolen, seat vandalised
The seat had since been repainted, but it would take a few weeks for the plaque to be replaced.

Missed opportunity for Arsenal - but were they denied 'clear penalty'?
Arsenal have moved seven points clear at the top of the Premier League after a 0-0 draw at Nottingham Forest - but should the Gunners have been awarded a penalty?

'Literal lifesavers' rescue nine-month-old baby locked in burning car
Wesley Beynon and Marc Willding are hailed heroes after pulling baby Lilah from the flames.

The Papers: 'Blackmail over Greenland' and 'Jenrick's bizarre plot'
Trump's imposition of tariffs over Greenland and a memo about Robert Jenrick's defection to Reform make Sunday's papers.

What a seventh term for 81-year-old leader means for Uganda
Yoweri Museveni has won a record seventh term in elections after promising that the fledgling oil sector will boost the economy.

US strike in Syria kills man linked to attack on soldiers, officials say
The US Central Command said in a statement that Bilal Hasan al-Jasim was killed in the attack on Friday.

James wins World Cup event
Australia's Scotty James takes out the Laax Open, extending his record at the event to five wins.

Union warns NRL clubs not to use players as pawns to sign Zac Lomax
The RLPA is concerned players with valid contracts could pay a heavy price if they are dragged into a trade between Parramatta and Melbourne for the former Eels star.