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New Zealand minister hits out at cruel trolls targeting sunk ship’s female captain

Commander Yvonne Gray, originally from Yorkshire, said her ‘very worst imagining became a reality’ when the boat sank

Evening Standard · Oct 10, 2024

'It will be a great challenge': Tom Latham takes charge as New Zealand's Test captain ahead of India tour

NEW DELHI: New Zealand's new Test captain, Tom Latham, is preparing for his first tour as a full-time leader against India. He took over the role from Tim Southee, who stepped down last week. Latham, 32, has led the team in nine matches so far, but this will be his…

The Times of India · Oct 10, 2024

England eye WXV1 glory after discovering new edge for Canada finale

Ellie Kildunne believes the Red Roses have greater variety now with confidence high off a nine-try win over world champions New Zealand

The Independent UK · Oct 10, 2024

Clues left by the Alpine Fault’s last big quake reveal its direction – this will help NZ prepare for the inevitable next rupture

One of the world’s most anticipated earthquakes is the next major surface rupture of the Alpine Fault in the South Island of New Zealand.

The Conversation · Oct 9, 2024

New Zealand’s BMI threshold for publicly funded fertility treatment is outdated and unethical. Here’s why it should go

Women seeking publicly funded fertility treatment in New Zealand must have a body mass index (BMI) under 32, according to clinical priority assessment criteria for access to assisted reproductive technology.

The Conversation · Oct 9, 2024

‘It’s path-breaking’: British Columbia’s blueprint for decolonisation

First Nations are negotiating with government on sharing crucial decisions over forestry, mining and construction

The Guardian - UK · Oct 9, 2024

Watch: Rohit Sharma starts practice for New Zealand Test series

NEW DELHI: On a high after a triumphant series against Bangladesh, India captain Rohit Sharma hit the ground running ahead of the Test series against New Zealand.

The Times of India · Oct 9, 2024

A father fled with three children into the wilderness. They’ve now been spotted three years later wearing camo

Family described by witness as ‘well prepared for the wilderness’

The Independent UK · Oct 9, 2024

Exclusive | Women's T20 World Cup: Lack of intent from India cause of concern, says ex-cricketer

With one win and one defeat in their first two games, India's Women's T20 World Cup campaign is off to a mixed start and they need to fire on all cylinders in the remaining two group games to keep their semi-final chances alive.

The Times of India · Oct 9, 2024

Women's T20 World Cup: How India can stay alive in race to semis

NEW DELHI: Defending champions Australia delivered a commanding performance, defeating New Zealand by 60 runs to climb to the top of Group A in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, held in the UAE. On Tuesday, Australia set a challenging target of 149 runs, before dismissing New Zealand for just…

The Times of India · Oct 9, 2024