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Stuff wins top media award for third year running
The news website was commended for its “dynamic and comprehensive” coverage and AI innovation.

RNZ's national crime correspondent Sam Sherwood wins three top Media Awards
The judges said Sherwood delivered a "masterclass in accountability journalism with his consistent exclusives on the alleged misconduct of Jevon McSkimming".

How a kickboxing legend & Statham's pal landed a shot at Usyk
Dutchman Rico Verhoeven discusses his kickboxing career, friendship with A-list celebrities and how he landed a shot at Oleksandr Usyk.

Carrick confirmed as Man Utd permanent boss
Manchester United confirm the appointment of Michael Carrick as their permanent head coach on a two-year contract.

Borrowing in April hit highest level since Covid
Borrowing was higher than expected last month and retail sales fell as fuel prices surged.

Cubans grapple with fuel shortages and blackouts as US steps up pressure
The BBC speaks to Havana residents after the US charges the country's former leader, Raúl Castro, with murder.

Rape sentences for teen boys unduly lenient, says Jess Phillips
The three teenagers avoided custodial sentences for their roles in the rape of two girls.

Guardiola to leave Man City after 10 years as boss
Manchester City confirm that Pep Guardiola will leave at the end of the season after a decade of unparalleled success.

Parents of Southport survivors say anonymity has erased their girls from the story
The BBC has spoken to parents of some of the children who survived the knife attack, who believe they have been given insufficient support because of the anonymity order.

‘I’m definitely not perfect’: Radley’s road to Origin redemption
As a boy growing up in Sydney’s eastern suburbs, Victor Radley lived for State of Origin nights. But he had grown to accept the chance to represent his state had passed him by.

Crows big man gut punches Hawk
Adelaide's Riley Thilthorpe strikes Hawthorn's Lloyd Meek.

Phil Collins on THAT viral reaction to his song
Phil Collins says he was flattered after an online videos of twin brothers reacting to his song 'In The Air Tonight' went viral.

I found a better way to explore America’s National Parks online
When I’m not at work hunting down and writing about cool sites and apps for you folks, I can usually be found exploring the great outdoors. And I’ll take any chance I can get to go poking around National Parks. But, if you’re like me, you know how quickly planning...

Slow Food founder Carlo Petrini dies aged 76
Petrini's movement rejected fast food to promote sustainable production and traditional cooking.

Former Green Party by-election candidate apologises for sharing 'false flag' post
The Green Party had announced Chris Kennedy withdrew as candidate for "personal and family reasons".

Morrisons planning to close 100 stores in next few months
It said difficulties had been exacerbated by "significant cost increases resulting from government policy choices".

Andrew investigation could look into sexual misconduct allegations
The former prince was arrested in February on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

Players need incentive to live in PNG compound, says Albanese
Anthony Albanese’s government has rubber-stamped the PNG tax breaks and he said on Friday the NRL’s 19th team need such an edge to attract players to Port Moresby.

How the next ‘Alfie’ embraces the pressure, and plans to address fatal flaw
As he prepares to achieve what his father could not, Maroons debutant Sam Walker has refused to shy away from being compared to the legendary Allan Langer.

Crows star accused of diving
Adelaide young gun Josh Rachele is accused of diving during the Crows' clash with the Hawks.