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Okta appoints Swan Chin Yeo to lead ASEAN strategy
Okta has appointed Swan Chin Yeo to lead its sales and go-to-market strategy in ASEAN, aiming to boost growth across the Asia Pacific region.

Abolishing Eke Panuku a step backwards for Auckland – councillor
A decision to disband Auckland Council's lead urban regeneration agency could mean some communities miss out on valuable investments, a councillor says.

'My little revenge' - Osaka fights back in Melbourne
Two-time Australian Open champion Naomi Osaka says she took out a "little revenge" after coming back to beat Czech 20th seed Karolina Muchova.

'Forest heroics undone by Slot's super sub on night of pure theatre'
Nottingham Forest's heroics were only undone by a genius double substitution by Liverpool boss Arne Slot, writes Phil McNulty.

The enduring controversy over the Lockerbie bombing
A new Sky series on the 1988 disaster has again put the spotlight on the case, which has divided opinion for decades.

Gerry Adams in line for 'pay day' if Legacy Act repealed
Former Sinn Fein president Gerry Adams is in line for "a pay day from the taxpayer" under plans to repeal the Legacy Act, a report backed by several peers has stated.

Call from MPs for miscarriage bereavement leave
Paid leave should be extended to parents who lose a pregnancy before 24 weeks, a report by MPs says.

Fatbergs turned into perfume - inside Britain's bizarre new industrial revolution
The UK led the way in this field of science until recently - but now other countries have overtaken. So, how can that lead be recovered?

Chris Mason: Political heat map flashes red over Treasury
The BBC's political editor explains the headaches the Treasury is giving Sir Keir Starmer.

Verizon & Honeywell collaborate on new retail tech bundle
Verizon and Honeywell have unveiled a strategic partnership to deliver a bundled technology solution, enhancing efficiency for retail and logistics firms.

Erin Routliffe, Gaby Dabrowski fight back from brink at Australian Open
Down 3-0 in the third set and having their serve broken twice, Routliffe and Dabrowski looked doomed. But then everything changed.

Zheng out in biggest Melbourne shock so far
Qinwen Zheng admits it was not her day as she was beaten in the Australian Open second round in the biggest shock of the tournament so far.

James makes timely Chelsea return after 'lonely' lay-off
Chelsea full-back reflects on a "lonely" injury lay-off after scoring a late leveller to announce his Premier League return.

Tourism tax 'could stop schools visiting Wales'
A few extra pounds in taxes could stop some children being able to enjoy trips in Wales, Scouts warn.

The Papers: Kate's 'relief to be in remission' and 'Siddiq quits'
Wednesday's papers focus on the Princess of Wales entering cancer remission and Tulip Siddiq's resignation.

'We sing to them': LA stables turn Noah's Ark for fire rescue animals
Pigs, donkeys and even a mini cow named Cuddles found a temporary home after the LA fires.

MPs say fix Send system or face 'lost generation'
A report finds the special educational needs and disabilities system in "disarray" and lacking funds.

Government to implement university free speech law
Labour paused implementation of the act after taking power, due to concerns over student welfare.

Obesity needs new definition, says global report
There is a risk too many people are being diagnosed as obese, with weight-loss drugs in high demand.

Almost 100 strikes located in Gaza 'humanitarian zone', BBC Verify analysis suggests
The area in Gaza which Israel's military has told people to go to "for their safety" has been hit by 97 strikes since May, BBC Verify analysis has revealed.