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National's Stuart Smith denies he tried to alert Christopher Luxon to flagging caucus support
National's chief whip Stuart Smith has finally addressed media at Parliament, denying reports that he had tried to alert Christopher Luxon to flagging caucus support prior to Easter.

Players can celebrate how they want - Guardiola
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says his players can "celebrate however you want" in response to criticism for their reaction to beating Arsenal.

Democratic congresswoman resigns after campaign finance charges
An investigation found she committed more than 20 ethics violations, including breaking campaign finance laws.

Dwayne Johnson wrestling film to be made into stage musical
Fighting With My Family, released in 2019, starred Florence Pugh as a young wrestler making her name.

Trump buys time for Iran deal after frantic day of diplomacy
The US president's decision marked the second time in as many weeks he has backed off a threat to escalate the war, buying more time

Virginia approves redistricting, giving Democrats edge in midterms
The new maps in Virginia could make it easier for Democrats to take control of the US House of Representatives in November.

Ideal conditions to see peak of Lyrid meteor shower in UK
The Lyrid meteor shower is the oldest recorded and Wednesday brings near perfect weather conditions to see them as they peak. Simon King explains.

Why police are seeking to arrest billionaire K-pop mogul behind BTS
Bang Si-hyuk, who created the supergroup, denies defrauding investors before his $7.3bn company went public.

NBL inks a new free-to-air TV deal, eyes NBA star
The National Basketball League is returning to the screens of Nine as the competition continues to expand its footprint.

Rapid Recap | MW34: Man Utd vs Brentford
Catchup with Rapid Recap: Watch the goals and big moments from Brentford's visit to Old Trafford to face Manchester United in Premier League Matchweek 34 action.

‘Smart Fabric’ Turns Sweat Into Real-Time Health Data

How one disappointing order uncovered a massive ‘ghost cake’ delivery scandal in China

After being sexually harassed by terrorists, female IDF reservists refuse to serve

Trump media company replaces CEO, ex-congressman Nunes after stock plunge that wiped out billions

Brighton beat Chelsea to heap more pressure on Rosenior
Brighton heap more pressure on Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior as they ease to a comfortable 3-0 win thanks to goals from Ferdi Kadioglu, Jack Hinshelwood and Danny Welbeck.

'It will kill this town': High street to close for six weeks with 50-mile diversion
Traders in Sanquhar say a six-week closure of the A76 in the summer could be "catastrophic".

Oil prices dip as status of US-Iran peace talks remains unclear
US President Donald Trump said he will extend a ceasefire with Iran until peace talks have progressed.

Furious Rosenior questions Chelsea's desire
Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior strongly criticises his players after they suffer a fifth loss in a row without scoring for first time since 1912.

Foo Fighters interview: 'We're a different band without Taylor Hawkins'
The band talk about life without their drummer, their "angry" new album, and their backstage Lego habit.

Bird flu vaccine trial against potential pandemic strain begins
The jab targets the H5N1 flu strain which has caused devastating infections in bird populations worldwide, but has yet to spread between humans.

I was left with an £8,000 vet bill when my insurer cancelled my pet policy
Thousands of people have got in touch with BBC Your Voice over concerns about rising pet insurance costs and poor cover.

South Africa win first Hong Kong Sevens
South Africa's men's team win their first ever Hong Kong Sevens title, beating Argentina in the final.