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LockerRoom: Emma Millar has moved on from the bad concussion that took her out of playing squash and she’s aiming to coach the women’s team at the LA Olympics in 2028

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Who will pay the costly tab for a cheap ride to work?

Today from The Detail: As New Zealanders continue to wince at the petrol pump, Labour has swooped in, offering a cheaper ride. Yet there are claims the maths doesn’t add up.

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Ruth of Southland, with her glass eye and cardigans

The quiet life of a proud Southlander and one of New Zealand's greatest writers

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Land of the free kick: For Iran, it's 90 minutes of football and six hours of border crossing

Iran's football team drew 2-2 with New Zealand in Los Angeles amidst significant logistical challenges and political undertones. Players faced immediate travel to Mexico post-match, with coach Ghalenoei criticizing the lack of recovery time. The tournament has seen multiple teams complain about stringent security and restrictive measures, impacting the athlete…

The Times of India

Iran coach calls team World Cup's 'most oppressed' after rushed departure from US

Amir Ghalenoei said his side was ordered to fly back to Tijuana hours after Monday's 2-2 draw with New Zealand, while captain Mehdi Taremi called it "a disaster for us," adding that the team's "goal and wish is to pursue peace and happiness".

Euronews

World Cup 2026 Turned Upside Down: Underdogs Humble Football's Heavyweights In Historic Matchday Five

Matchday Five of the FIFA World Cup 2026 saw underdog teams like Cape Verde and Egypt secure surprising draws against football giants

International Business Times UK

The week of ‘chaos’ that has changed England’s series against New Zealand

“There’s been a bit of chaos,” England coach Brendon McCullum said with a forced smile and a tone of grim understatement after a week that all involved would wish to forget. As in politics, seven days can be a long time in cricket but one can scarcely remember a situation…

The Independent UK

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Ben Stokes has ‘earned the right’ to keep England captaincy, insists Michael Vaughan

Ben Stokes will miss England’s second Test against New Zealand this week

The Independent UK

CRIK:Black Caps name Oval Test replacement for Williamson

New Zealand have recalled veteran batter Henry Nicholls to replace Kane Williamson for the Oval Test against England after the latter's sudden retirement.

AAP

Black Caps name Oval Test replacement for Williamson

New Zealand have recalled veteran batter Henry Nicholls to replace Kane Williamson for the Oval Test against England after the latter's sudden retirement.

AAP

Courtrooms are becoming a new battleground for whales, and in New Zealand, a proposed bill could recognise them as legal persons

Legal advocates are increasingly turning to courts to protect marine life as industrialisation strains existing regulations. A historic bill in the Southern Pacific proposes granting legal personhood and natural rights to whales, recognising their inherent worth. This contrasts with the Atlantic, where economic interests often undermine conservation efforts, leaving vulnerable…

The Times of India

Why Iranian-Americans Staged A Protest Against Their Own National Team At World Cup Opener

The Iran v New Zealand World Cup match became a platform for Iranian-Americans to protest FIFA's flag ban and express political dissent, highlighting deep divisions among Iranians globally.

International Business Times UK

Iran forward explains why he did ‘gun’ celebration after goal against New Zealand

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The Independent UK

Iran claim they were forced to leave US minutes after World Cup opener

Iran were told to leave the US ‘immediately’ after fighting back to draw with New Zealand

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AAP

Millionaires on the Move: Winners, Losers, and the Global Competition for Wealth in 2026

LONDON, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Singapore, Italy, Switzerland, Greece, Hong Kong, and New Zealand are emerging as some of the most attractive destinations for internationally mobile wealth in 2026 , while the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Norway, and South Korea are facing growing competitiveness pressures as tax reforms, fiscal…

The Economic Times

'Don't know why we are being sent back': Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei upset after team asked to leave US immediately after FIFA World Cup 2026 opener

Iran's FIFA World Cup 2026 journey started with a 2-2 draw against New Zealand. However, the team faced immediate travel disruptions. Coach Amir Ghalenoei expressed disappointment over being asked to leave the United States immediately after the match. Captain Mehdi Taremi also highlighted visa problems affecting the delegation. These issues…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Iranians up at dawn to cheer their team

Tehran residents gathered in cafes to watch Iran's World Cup match against New Zealand. Despite the early morning kick-off, fans showed excitement for their team. The game unfolded amidst political tensions and a recent agreement between Iran and the United States. The team's performance, marked by a draw, brought cheers.…

The Independent UK

Iran fight back for World Cup draw against New Zealand amid controversy

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The Guardian - AU

‘Our team is the most oppressed’: Iran coach hits out at Fifa and US over treatment

Amir Ghalenoei, the Iran head coach, has claimed his team was told to ‘leave immediately’ after their draw against New Zealand

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World Cup day five highlights: Cape Verde humble Spain, water break frustration, work ahead for Marcelo Bielsa and groups shaping up nicely

One of the most memorable games of the whole World Cup took place on Monday, and there was plenty to talk about across the four games

The Guardian - AU

‘Beautiful moment’: fans of New Zealand and Iran draw on World Cup fervour together

Electrifying mood among those at a bar in Wellington watching a game that threatened to be overshadowed by international politics

Euronews

Spain fails to impress in World Cup opener against Cape Verde as Sweden steamroll 5-1 past Tunisia

Spain, considered by many as one of the favourites to win the title, failed to impress in their opening match against Cape Verde, which ended in a nil-nil draw, as La Roja star Lamine Yamal remains sidelined with injury.

The Independent UK

Everything you missed overnight at the World Cup 2026

Iran showed their resilience in a gripping draw with New Zealand and Uruguay battled back against Saudi Arabia in four draws in one day for just the second time in World Cup history

AAP

SOC:New Zealand, Iran share points in thrilling draw

Iran have opened their politically charged World Cup by playing to a 2-2 draw with New Zealand in Los Angeles.

AAP

Irani soccer team ordered out of US at World Cup: Coach

The Iranian soccer team has been ordered out of the United States after opening their World Cup campaign in Los Angeles, says the team's coach.

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