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'More of a global game': Former All Black backs Barrett, Ioane’s Leinster stints
'To be precious about it and try keep every player in, it’s not going to work.'

Five out-of-the-country escapes you can book today
Go around the world with these five travel deals.

So, you think you can dance? Put your steps to the test at these toe-tapping destinations
The art of movement is central to many cultures.

Where to next? This guidebook can set your next trip up
A snapshot of the latest travel news and fresh experiences.

Japanese bus driver steals $7, loses $84,000 pension
Despite being caught on camera, the Kyoto City employee tried to deny the theft.

'Alternative to a rusting hulk': Relief over Icon finishing Seascape
'Well done, Icon. The city will be behind you.' - Shane Brealey, Simplicity Living MD.

Warriors NRL transfer watch: The chances of signing Joseph Manu revealed
Joseph Manu won’t be coming to the Warriors, while an NRL return is also unlikely.

Liam Napier: Why the All Blacks will miss Mark Tele’a
OPINION: The All Blacks and Blues wing will leave NZ at the end of this year for Japan.

How Kyoto's canals offer a fresh perspective on the historic city
Waterways in Japan's former imperial capital offer enchanting views.

How Kiwi fans became an after-thought in NZ Rugby’s commercial strategy
OPINION: Reduction in home tests comes as commercial focus looks overseas.

Trump's 104% tariffs on China shake global markets and spur tensions
Global markets have tumbled, with Hong Kong dropping over 3% on Wednesday.

'A tough start': Pit strategy costs Lawson in Japan
The Kiwi’s one-stop pit strategy didn’t yield the desired results.

Liam Lawson outqualifies Yuki Tsunoda, to start Japanese Grand Prix in 13th
The Kiwi has proven his point to his Red Bull bosses at Suzuka.

'A good day': Lawson tops Verstappen, Tsunoda in disrupted Japan practice
Four separate incidents forced stoppages in the second session at Suzuka.

‘Speaks for itself’: Verstappen backs criticism of Red Bull’s driver change
Verstappen said his support for a critical post 'speaks for itself.'

‘Not easy’: Tsunoda on Lawson friendship after Red Bull switch
The Japanese driver hopes his friendship with the Kiwi remains intact.

‘I’ll be hated for this': Brutal take on Lawson’s skill as F1 driver by Schumacher
Ralf Schumacher said Lawson was ‘replaced like a wet rag’ after two races.

Tsunoda says Red Bull not difficult to drive...on simulator
Tsunoda will race alongside Max Verstappen after replacing Liam Lawson.

‘Gut-wrenching’: Kiwi stars rally behind Lawson after F1 demotion
Liam Lawson was demoted to the Racing Bulls team after two grands prix.

‘It’s tough’: Liam Lawson breaks silence after Red Bull demotion
Lawson said in the statement racing for Red Bull was his childhood dream.

Japan considers daily ATM withdrawal, transfer limit for elderly
The change aims to reduce special fraud, which increased to 72.1 billion yen last year.