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Time to switch Nintendo off?
When it comes to protecting their intellectual property, there are few companies more zealous than Nintendo.

Men fleeing police ditch car and call an Uber
They fled from police at over twice the legal posted speed limit, but were delivered into custody via their Uber.

Bizarre standoff involving metal pole, baseball bat, axe and claw hammer
It sounds like the iconic scene from Pulp Fiction, the upsizing of weapons during a bizarre standoff.

Gotterup 'hung in like champ' to deny McIlroy at Scottish Open
American Chris Gotterup impressively holds off Rory McIlroy and the chasing pack to claim the biggest win of his career with a remarkable Scottish Open success.

Trump, Coldplay and red carpets - was this Superbowl or soccer?
BBC Sport reflects on the pre-match, half-time and post-match entertainment at the Club World Cup final, as well as the heightened security at the MetLife Stadium.

'Everything except easy' - how Sinner bounced back to win Wimbledon
Thirty-five days after a devastating French Open final loss, Jannik Sinner is the Wimbledon champion. Here is how he did it.

RSF storms cattle market and prison in 'death trap' Sudanese city
It is the first time RSF fighters have entered el-Fasher in such numbers since a siege began in May 2024.

Amazon delivery driver dies as train strikes van
Rail operator Southeastern says it is "deeply saddened" after the crash at a level crossing.

Iran president was reportedly injured in Israeli strikes
Iran's Fars news agency says President Masoud Pezeshkian had a leg injury when his secret site was hit in June.

South Africa's police minister suspended over organised crime allegations
Senzo Mchunu - who denies the claims - has been put on an immediate "leave of absence" by President Cyril Ramaphosa.

Allan Bird: Punishing offenders must come first to tackle PNG's cycle of violence
The governor of East Sepik Province says that the immediate focus must be on policing, with a hard push to punish the offenders, before there can be talk of jobs and education.

The real-life dog behind Superman�s not-so-real Krypto
Man's best (super)friend has prime placement in the new Superman movie, and the pooch's path to the cinematic spotlight may be worth a movie itself.

One person critically injured after workplace incident in Remuera
The incident was reported just after 9am.

Arsenal close to finalising Gyokeres deal
Arsenal expect to reach a full agreement with Sporting inside the next 24 hours for the 73.5m euros (�63.5m) signing of Viktor Gyokeres.

'Needle between England and India sets up Lord's classic'
Increasing tension between England and India players sets up a thrilling final day of the third Test at Lord's, writes Stephan Shemilt.

England building 'urgency' - are they ready for Sweden?
England booked their place in the quarter-finals of Euro 2025 in style with a thumping victory over Wales - so are they ready to take the next step?

In pictures: Royals and A-listers grace Wimbledon finals
Princess Kate and Paul Mescal were among the famous faces in the royal box for the final day of the tennis championship.

Sinner beats Alcaraz to win first Wimbledon title
World number one Jannik Sinner wears down Carlos Alcaraz in another high-quality Grand Slam final between the dominant forces of the men's game.

Extreme weather is the UK's new normal, says Met Office
The UK has a notably different climate compared with just a few decades ago, the Met Office says.

Trump will be hosted by King at Windsor during second state visit
The US president will be accompanied by his wife, Melania, when he visits the UK from 17-19 September.