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Ben Stokes apologises to England teammates: backlash against Joe Root ‘hurt me’

Ben Stokes has spoken about his exclusion from the second Test against New Zealand on disciplinary grounds

The Guardian - UK

Lost world of birds and frogs: Scientists open a million-year-old cave time capsule in New Zealand, where 12 bird species and four frogs reveal a lost world reshaped by volcanoes and climate long before humans arrived

A remarkable fossil discovery in a New Zealand cave has unveiled a lost world of ancient birds and frogs, dating back one million years. This find, dubbed a "missing volume" of natural history, reveals a dramatically different avian landscape before human arrival. Scientists unearthed remains of extinct takahē ancestors and…

The Economic Times

Shubman Gill at No. 2 in ICC rankings for batters in ODIs; Henry joins Bumrah as top-ranked Test bowler

Indian batting sensation Shubman Gill has surged to the second spot in the ICC ODI rankings, trailing Daryl Mitchell by a narrow margin. Meanwhile, New Zealand's Matt Henry now shares the top Test bowler ranking with Jasprit Bumrah after a stellar performance. Several Indian bowlers also saw significant jumps in…

The Economic Times

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Lost world beneath New Zealand cave reveals fossils of birds that disappeared a million years ago

New Zealand's wildlife is often viewed through the lens of the last few thousand years. Fossil deposits from relatively recent periods have provided detailed records of the birds that inhabited the islands before human settlement, while much older discoveries have offered glimpses into ecosystems that existed millions of years earlier.…

The Times of India

Australia beats Pakistan by 113 runs to stay unbeaten at the Women's T20 World Cup

Australia remains unbeaten in the Women's T20 World Cup after a dominant 113-run victory over Pakistan. Despite their perfect record, a semi-final spot is not yet guaranteed. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka's Chamari Athapaththu smashed a century to keep their hopes alive, and New Zealand also secured a crucial win. The tournament…

The Economic Times

Proposed tougher penalties for theft would punish mostly women – and harm their daughters

New Ministry of Justice projections predict a dramatic gender shift in New Zealand’s prison population over the next decade, partly due to a proposed law that would increase penalties for theft.

The Conversation

Moana Pasifika's Super future confirmed by NZ Rugby

Super Rugby Pacific will be a 10-team competition in 2027 with New Zealand Rugby closing the door on Moana Pasifika by rejecting any bids to save the franchise.

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Cleary's blunt NRL warning over New Zealand expansion

New Zealand seems ripe for NRL expansion but Penrith coach Ivan Cleary feels adding a 20th team there could hamstring its biggest success story.

AAP

How the Govt’s wager on AI could backfire

Comment from Victoria University: When Finance Minister Nicola Willis announced 8700 public service job cuts alongside a drive to embed AI across government, it was framed as freeing public servants from drudgery

Newsroom.co.nz

Returning England captain Stokes and McCullum clear the air after ‘slight blip’

Ben Stokes returned to the England set-up on Tuesday following talks with Brendon McCullum before training

The Guardian - AU

England make surprise selection call for New Zealand decider

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The Independent UK

Carter expresses Scotland pride despite Women's T20 World Cup loss to New Zealand

Darcey Carter expressed pride in Scotland's ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 performances, despite her side's semi-final hopes being ended…

The National (Scotland)

Ollie Robinson overlooked as England ring changes for series decider

Four of the five changes from the first to the second Test against New Zealand have been reversed but Robinson finds himself the odd man out.

The Independent UK

Brendon McCullum still ‘on the same page’ as returning Ben Stokes ahead of crunch New Zealand clash

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Sports Lens

New Zealand vs Belgium World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

Belgium at -450 to clinch Group G, New Zealand needing a win to survive. Our picks for this must-win World Cup clash.

Sports Lens

Egypt vs Iran World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

Egypt need just a draw to reach the Round of 16 for the first time ever. Our Egypt vs Iran World Cup 2026 predictions back Egypt to win at +145.

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How the USA could host the 2038 World Cup – with Fiji and New Zealand

The World Cup is now so big that only a handful of nations could host it alone, leading to ever-more weird and wonderful co-hosting bids

The Economic Times

New Zealand student visa delays worsen for Indians as processing times jump

Indian students eyeing New Zealand education now face significantly longer visa waits, with processing times nearly doubling compared to last year. Despite these delays, approval rates have seen a positive uptick. Immigration New Zealand cites increased application volumes and complexity for the extended processing, while reaffirming India's importance as a…

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The Conversation

Spy agencies say AI can help combat AI cyber risks. But don’t forget the basics

Cybersecurity agencies of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States issued a call to action on Monday for cyber defenders. The message was clear: artificial intelligence (AI) is a powerful weapon for cyber attackers; defenders must act urgently to improve their cyber defences.

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Who won yesterday's matches?

Egypt made history with their maiden World Cup win, a 3-1 triumph over New Zealand, while Argentina and France solidified their knockout stage berths with dominant performances. Norway secured a thrilling 3-2 victory against Senegal, boosting their progression hopes. Meanwhile, Belgium and Iran played out a goalless draw, and Uruguay…

The Conversation

COVID, flu and RSV: who should be thinking about vaccination in NZ this winter?

As winter takes hold and more people spend time indoors, respiratory illnesses are expected to begin spreading more widely through communities.

International Business Times UK

The Total Freeze-Out: Inside the 24,278ft Antarctic Mountain Range Stripping Ex-Prince Andrew's Royal Title

The Prince Andrew Plateau in Antarctica may be renamed due to scandals surrounding Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, reflecting his fall from grace. New Zealand authorities are considering the change.

Newsroom.co.nz

Sir Keir stammers to an end – can the King of the North restore UK stability?

Analysis: Manchester mayor Andy Burnham’s favourite record is ‘The Queen is Dead’; now he too could accede unopposed to power. Jonathan Milne assesses what it means for relations with NZ and the Commonwealth.

The Conversation

What exactly is a stablecoin? NZ’s regulator has finally provided an answer

Over recent years, a new form of digital money has begun to carve out an increasingly prominent role in New Zealand’s crypto and investment landscape.

The Independent UK

Mohamed Salah wildly celebrates on Vancouver streets after Egypt’s first ever World Cup win

The Egypt captain had scored in his side’s 3-1 victory over New Zealand

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