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'I knew it was going to be offensive': Israel Folau defends social media posts, would do it again
Israel Folau knew his social media posts about homosexuals, drunks, adulterers, and others would be "offensive" to members of the community.However, despite Rugby Australia (RA) tearing up his contract, the cross-code superstar...

Kiwi Ferns upset Australia to win World Cup Nines crown
NZ stuns Australia in thrilling final to claim inaugural women's World Cup Nines title.

NZ First shows its woke side, but don't think Winston Peters is going anywhere
ANALYSIS: Wily NZ First leader directs his considerable ire at some parties more than others.

Speedway driver trapped in vehicle at Riverside Speedway in Invercargill
Ambulance staff are at the Riverside Speedway in Invercargill.

Mitre 10 Cup: Wellington beat Canterbury to book spot in final
All Blacks hooker Asafo Aumua shows power as the Lions see off Canterbury to book final date with Tasman.

Trump touts Turkey cease-fire, even as it appears shaky

Dutch port aims to keep on trucking despite Brexit 'chaos'

Danny Lee sinks long eagle putt to move into lead at CJ Cup
Kiwi trailed by three heading into final hole but his miracle eagle putt sees him draw level in South Korea.

Kiwis survive scare to advance to semifinals at World Cup Nines
Kiwis leave it late against PNG before Shaun Johnson puts on a show at World Cup Nines.

Bank chief: Brexit deal 'positive' for UK economy
Governor of the Bank of England says deal takes away the threat of a 'disorderly' Brexit.

Ireland target first semi-final appearance as they prepare to face New Zealand
Team news, stats and what they said as Ireland face holders New Zealand in Saturday's World Cup quarter-final in Tokyo.

UK set for knife-edge Brexit deal vote
Boris Johnson urges MPs to back his deal ahead of what looks to be an incredibly close vote in the Commons.

2019 Rugby World Cup: Australia coach Michael Cheika drops f-bomb in final interview after World Cup exit
Controversial Wallabies coach Michael Cheika dropped an f-bomb in one of his final interviews in the role after his side were knocked out of the Rugby World Cup."I was supposed to get this done for the people here and for Australians....

England v Australia: Kiwi TMO Ben Skeen misses blatant forward pass in quarterfinal
Kiwi Ben Skeen has another horror Rugby World Cup moment, missing blatant forward pass from Wallabies.

Rugby World Cup: Japan's run hits record TV ratings
Nearly 55 million watch win over Scotland, more than the 2002 football World Cup final.

Three people share $1 million Lotto draw
Lucky Lotto players from Auckland and Lower Hutt are celebrating after winning $333,333 each.

Mer De Glace takes Caulfield Cup for Japan
Japanese horse wins Caulfield Cup for second time in five years.

Rugby World Cup 2019: Why some supporters might not gain entry to quarter-final
Plenty of Irish fans might be forced to watch the quarter-final against the All Blacks from the pub after they bought tickets for the wrong match.It was thought Ireland would top their pool and play South Africa in a quarter-final...

Illegal team in NRL Nines farce after major upset
Lebanon has endured one of the most turbulent stories in this Nines World Cup after the minnow nation produced the biggest upset of the tournament and still failed to qualify for the knockout stage.Fresh off a win in their first...

'A potentially decisive day' - is this last-chance saloon for Silva?
Everton's match against West Ham at Goodison Park on Saturday could be decisive for manager Marco Silva's future, writes Phil McNulty.

Chile protests: Unrest in Santiago over metro fare increase
Protests sparked by a metro fare increase turn violent and spread across Santiago.