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The Iran war has made jet fuel twice as expensive. Should we be flying with cooking oil instead?

Call for Rotuman people to speak language or it could be 'lost forever'
About 8000 Rotumans live in New Zealand, one community leader says.

Watch: New Zealander’s impressive IPL century blitz
Kiwi Finn Allen cracked an unbeaten 100 runs off 47 balls to score a maiden century in the Indian Premier League.

Mother fears disabled son's new transport provider isn't up to the job
An Auckland mother says changes to ministry-funded school transport for disabled students are putting vulnerable children at risk.

How Leicester Fainga’anuku has the Crusaders building for another title run
Teams won’t be lining up to face the red and blacks in the playoffs.

Investigation into sex attack complaint involving international footballer
The incident took place during a recent Auckland tournament, as part of the FIFA World Cup build-up.

Hearts fans drunk on drama as intoxicating title race takes twist
Hearts' mentality monsters dig deep for a point in a frenetic game at Motherwell that sums up this Scottish Premiership title race for the ages.

Indian model's understated Met Gala debut revives debate on cultural representation
Bhavitha Mandava’s Met Gala debut has brought a new wave of attention to her - and to her understated aesthetic.

'The goals are coming' - is Doku keeping Man City in title race?
Jeremy Doku said last month that he needed to add more goals to his game to be considered one of the best wingers in the world, so is he part of that conversation now?

Another year, another controversy for Eurovision - but fans are sticking by it
Fans are grappling with how to react to the withdrawal of Spain, Ireland and others over Israel's participation.

Watch: UFC star’s emotional interview after winning first fight since son’s cancer battle
Jim Miller defeated Jared Gordon with a rear naked choke at UFC 328 in his native New Jersey, then paid tribute to his 14-year-old son.

Victims of fatal State Highway 1 crash identified as English and French nationals
Police released the names of the two men on Wednesday following the incident on State Highway 1 in Kinleith.

From snowflakes to black holes, Professor Brian Cox examines intricacies of the universe in new show
"I don't know' is one of the wisest things you can say and it's the foundation of science."

Illegal tobacco crackdown group could make difference, criminology professor says
An Australian criminology professor says the approach of using enforcement to suppress the black market has been "really ineffective".

Live: Wellington Phoenix v Melbourne City, A-League women Grand Final
Follow all the A-League women's Grand Final action from AAMI Park in Melbourne.

Wellington Phoenix v Melbourne City: Live updates of the A-League Women grand final
All the action as the Wellington Phoenix Women take on Melbourne City in the grand final.

Race for Europe: How it stands and remaining games
As the Premier League season nears its conclusion, who are favourites to secure a place in Europe next season, and how many English teams could qualify?

Dubois survives two knockdowns to dethrone Wardley
Daniel Dubois survives two knockdowns to dethrone Fabio Wardley in the 11th round of a thrilling heavyweight classic and become a two-time world champion.

Putin says he thinks Ukraine conflict 'coming to an end'
The Russian leader sees potential for Ukraine negotiations, but condemns the West's backing for President Zelensky.

The Papers: 'Plot to oust Starmer' and 'Gord help us all'
Sunday's papers lead on the fallout from the local elections and Gordon Brown's return to politics.

Adolescence, Amandaland and Traitors stars ready for Bafta TV Awards
Big names and rising stars will be honoured on the biggest night in the British TV calendar.