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Gregor Paul: The surprising countries making charge for RWC hosting rights
Leaders of the global game are keen on Middle East investment.
Trump says he could visit Saudi Arabia as early as next month
The President's visit may be his first overseas trip since returning to the White House.
Alker leads, Ko bounces back, Fox improves in Phoenix
Steven Alker has continued his strong start to the PGA Tour Champions season.
Hamas hands over first Israeli hostages as Gaza ceasefire begins
The hostages, all women, 'were officially handed over to the Red Cross'.
Gaza ceasefire to begin later today
Hundreds of aid trucks are set to enter Gaza, as displaced Palestinians prepare to return.
Israel, Hamas agree deal for Gaza ceasefire
Ceasefire proposal has been brokered by US, Qatari and Egyptian mediators.
PM to attend Nelson police officer Lyn Fleming’s funeral, cuts UAE trip short
The funeral was set to take place on Thursday.
Glowing Kate stuns at high-profile London ceremony
The princess, William and Charles welcomed the Emir of Qatar and his wife to the UK.
Liam Lawson outqualifies Red Bull rivals for Qatar sprint race
The Kiwi qualifies 10th for Sunday's Qatar Grand Prix Sprint race.
Dozens killed after Israeli strike in Gaza, medics say
Residents said the building that was hit at dawn on Sunday had housed at least 30 people.
Nelson couple forced to pay $1000 due to airline booking error
The confused couple were given a choice: pay the surprise fee or stay stuck in Barcelona.
One year on: Hamas claims Gaza resistance is rewriting history
Last year's October 7 attack in Israel resulted in the deaths of 1205 people.
Gaza ceasefire talks put on hold
Two days of talks about the Gaza war have closed but will resume in Egypt next week.
Gaza cease-fire talks resume, but hopes are muted amid fears of wider war
New York Times: Increased pressure on negotiations as death toll in Gaza hits 40,000+.
US joins global condemnation after Israel's school strike kills 100
World leaders condemn Israel’s air strike on Gaza refuge which killed about 100 people.
Opinion: Netanyahu is a disaster for Israel and for Jews everywhere
Financial Times: He has one plan: endless war so he can stay in office and out of jail.
Israel strikes Rafah after Hamas accepts a Gaza ceasefire proposal
Palestinians had hoped that a planned Israeli attack had been averted.
NZ launches trade negotiations with UAE
The country has begun trade negotiations with the United Arab Emirates.
Palestinians ordered to evacuate Rafah signalling Israeli ground invasion
Israel described Rafah as the last significant Hamas stronghold after seven months of war.
Sportswashing sadly heading into its dry cycle
OPINION: Public disgust over the issue of sportswashing appears to have waned.
Tight Five: Is Havili a genuine contender for All Blacks No 10 jersey?
OPINION: Scott Robertson has instructed his former side to make the radical change.
Sports Insider: Middle East money is bad for rugby but NZR will still support it
Qatari cash comes at a useful time for NZ Rugby, but what are the costs?
Gregor Paul: Qatar's bid to buy rugby disappointing but inevitable
OPINION: The reported offer to bring the game to the Middle East can't be ignored.
The Oscars of Airports: Singapore slips and Auckland soars in 2024 awards
For one night of the year, it’s about the journey.
Kazakh travel blogger blocked at NZ border over visit intentions
Alisher Yelikbayev was removed from a flight to Auckland after a late visa cancellation.
US ship with equipment for building a pier on its way to Gaza
United States officials said it will likely be weeks before the pier is operational.
Netanyahu warns ceasefire deal with Hamas won’t stop Rafah invasion
The US has warned Israel not to go through with its plans to invade Rafah.