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World Cup Erupts as Iran Star Accused of 'Gun Gesture' Celebration

Iran's Mohammad Mohebi faces backlash after a controversial World Cup goal celebration sparked political debate, social media outrage, and calls for FIFA scrutiny.

International Business Times UK

Turkish commentator axed from World Cup after ‘unacceptable’ Iran-New Zealand mix-up

Iran and New Zealand faced each other at the World Cup on Monday evening

The Independent UK

England take two wickets as Joe Root steps back into captain role

With Ben Stokes absent, Root saw his side make a decent start to the second Test against New Zealand.

The Independent UK

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New Zealand cracks down on visa breaches, flags nearly 100 migrants in major immigration compliance operation

New Zealand authorities have launched a major operation targeting immigration violations. Ninety-eight migrants were identified for breaching visa conditions. This crackdown aims to protect the integrity of the nation's immigration system. The operation also led to visa cancellations and penalties for employers. These efforts reinforce compliance for both workers and…

The Economic Times

NZ’s health spending isn’t enough for current, let alone future needs – we’ve calculated the shortfall

Health usually accounts for one of the largest expenditures in annual budgets, as it did in Budget 2026.

The Conversation

A rat sighting in New Zealand can trigger an urgent response. Meet the ‘ghostbusters’ hunting them down

Detector teams in Wellington react to ‘intel’ from the public about pest sightings as part of the country’s push to eradicate all introduced predators

The Guardian - AU

CRIK:Kiwis' World Cup defence in tatters after shock loss

Sri Lanka have dealt a huge blow to New Zealand's title defence at the Women's Twenty20 World Cup after a comeback victory in Southampton.

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Kiwis' World Cup defence in tatters after shock loss

Sri Lanka have dealt a huge blow to New Zealand's title defence at the Women's Twenty20 World Cup after a comeback victory in Southampton.

AAP

England to hand out third debut against New Zealand as last-minute change confirmed

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The Independent UK

Old Firm-linked star praised by national boss after breakout World Cup showing

New Zealand head coach Bazeley praised Motherwell playmaker Just for announcing himself to the world with a double in the All Whites’ 2-2 draw…

The National (Scotland)

All change for the Oval as England hope for normality after extraordinary week

It is rare to make five changes after winning by more than a hundred runs, but this has not been a normal week between Tests for England

The Guardian - UK

England forced into late change for second Test against New Zealand as chaotic build-up take fresh twist

England have now made five changes to the side that won the first Test at Lord’s

The Independent UK

Move over, Hollywood; build a digital community and they will come

Comment from Auckland University: NZ can use scale to its advantage by positioning itself as a community-first digital economy, says Kenny Ching

Newsroom.co.nz

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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Millar crosses from court to coaching

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

The Times of India

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…

Euronews

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".

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International Business Times UK

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

The Independent 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

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

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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.

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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.

The Times of India

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…

International Business Times UK

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.

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