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Covid patient receives first lung transplant from living donors

The woman was on life support before her husband and son donated parts of their lungs.

Air routes bringing in the most Covid cases not flagged as 'high risk'

India-Dubai brings the majority of cases yet not deemed as high risk.

The Tokyo Olympics, explained

New York Times: After a year's delay, here's what we know about the Games.

Suez Canal grounding: Pilots, crew under scrutiny as Ever Given costs mount

Legal experts predict a long fight ahead as massive bill for damage and delays comes due.

'Not a safe place at all': Medical experts unconvinced about holding Olympics

Organisers say they are mitigating the risks, but some medical experts aren't convinced.

Why 'cursed' Olympics are pressing ahead amid a pandemic

New York Times: Money, national pride and political obduracy are important drivers.

Plan made to refloat ship blocking Suez Canal

The Ever Given got wedged in a single-lane stretch of the canal on Tuesday.

7.0 magnitude earthquake shakes Japan, minor injuries

No reports of major damage after 7.0 magnitude earthquake shakes Japan.

Heads up: Some sea slugs grow new bodies after decapitation

Biologists call Monday's study a case of the most extreme regeneration on Earth.

Infected Air NZ staffer: Did fellow crew members travel around country?

Airline union is waiting to hear if workers have flown across the country.

Aircrew rules: 'It's always been a source of concern' - epidemiologist

Should flight attendants have to quarantine for 14 days after arriving from overseas?

50 years a fireman - still the best career

Mike 'Ringo' Harwood has worked 50 years in the busiest fire station in the country.

This website puts boisterous children and noisy neighbours on the map

New York Times: The site creates a record of the irritating sounds and sights of Japan.

Japan's Naked Festival was a little different this year

This time last year, the temple hall was a writhing ball of flesh.

How a few drinks on a flight cost a man $70k

Losing his temper on board a United Airlines flight was one expensive blunder.

Owner of 2 Cheap Cars tipped for NZX listing

A New Zealand used-car dealership and finance company have big expansion plans.