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The former boxing world champion who rose to become one of the most popular fighters in the sport was found dead at his home in Greater Manchester.
The 22-year-old was in custody and being held without bail, as investigators examine his background and possible motives.
The coroner wants people to heed speed restrictions, after a woman died by hitting a bridge support, while being towed on a ski biscuit by a jetski.
Kiwi sprinter Zoe Hobbs narrowly missed out on a place in the 100m final, finishing fifth in her semi-final with a time of 11.09 seconds.
Police inquiries included exploring whether the man had been injured earlier and in a different location to where he was found.
The union voted last week to reject the government's latest offer and begin partial strikes.
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The alleged incident happened in a ruck during France's quarterfinal victory, but no action was taken by the officials.
Speaking to Breakfast, the Prime Minister said he would expect "reasonable questions" to be answered with some form of inquiry.
Three out of five bank economists forecast a deeper contraction than the Reserve Bank's expectation, with the official data to be released on Thursday.
A man died in custody at Hawke's Bay Regional Prison on Sunday.
The Black Ferns are facing a midfield injury crisis five days out from their World Cup semi-final, with an unnamed player flying in as cover.
The penalties are the largest announced by Australian financial services watchdog ASIC against one entity.
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Brian Kilmeade said homeless people who refuse services offered to them should face "involuntary lethal injection" and added, "Just kill 'em".
The victim remains in hospital, a month after the attack.
Britain's Prince Harry met with his father, King Charles III, for the first time in 19 months last week.
Police were seeking witnesses after an early-morning crash near Palmerston North yesterday left one person dead.
This year’s Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori marks the 50th anniversary of its fight to put the language at the centre of Aotearoa’s present and future.
The 25-year-old man faces 26 shoplifting charges and two burglary charges.
The intense weather may be gone for now – but MetService is forecasting wet weather and strengthening winds for parts of the country from Wednesday.
A forensic accountant has told the High Court at Auckland the spending of a woman accused of murdering her children and hiding their bodies in suitcases skyrocketed after her husband's death.
Marlanna Harris and Richard Rapana had their prison sentences extended after admitting to a multi-year fraud targeting Inland Revenue, netting over $115,000 in illegitimate payments.
Bobby Hart was a key part of the Monkees' multimedia empire who teamed with Tommy Boyce on such hits as Last Train to Clarksville and I'm Not Your Steppin' Stone.
Sainz and Lawson made contact during lap 27 in Zandvoort, a collision which ultimately ended both drivers' races and saw Sainz penalised and deemed at fault.
A man has been forced to forfeit a property, a Ford Ranger, more than $100,000 in cash, and over $36,000 held in bank accounts to the Crown following drug manufacturing and supply convictions.
David McEwen faces criminal charges for breaching a Stop Order and was now under fresh scrutiny after clients report unauthorised card payments linked to his investment newsletter and associated entities.
Analysis: A desire for experience in the midfield and safety at the back may put Billy Proctor and Damian McKenzie in spotlight, writes Patrick McKendry.
A group of Christian clergy prayed at electorate offices in Auckland and Wellington, demanding a timeline for proposed sanctions against Israel.
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Health NZ has been asked to apologise after doctors missed their best opportunity to reattach a 14-year-old's teeth following a bike accident.
Ministers said outdated restrictions were limiting concerts and sports at New Zealand’s largest stadium, with potential changes aimed at driving jobs and tourism.
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Some conservatives are seeking to upend the lives and careers of those who disparaged Charlie Kirk after he was killed at an event on Thursday.
The town at the centre of Australia's biggest manhunt is preparing to return to a sense of normalcy as police lift movement restrictions around the area.
After team management confirmed they'd replace Amy Du'Plessis, fans were speculating who they'd opt for with the likes of Ruby Tui and Hannah King suggested - but they've chosen someone else.
The arrest came after police were called about a shoplifting incident at Bunnings Manukau earlier this month.
The trial at the Auckland High Court was expected to last for four weeks.
The All Blacks halfback told fans he "appreciates the aroha" following his serious injury during the big loss to the Springboks on Saturday.
Several thousand people marched through the capital five decades on from the first Māori Language Week.
Kathy Hochul said that while she and Mamdani diverged on some issues, they came together on the importance of addressing the affordability crisis in New York City
The youngest male actor ever was crowned for the series Adolescence and Severance star Tramell Tillman became the first Black actor to win in his category.
