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Putin Says Russia Ready for War With Europe: Experts Name Nations Most Likely to Survive WW3

Global tensions rise as Vladimir Putin declares Russia ready for war. Experts identify the safest remote nations, from Antarctica to New Zealand, to survive World War III.

International Business Times UK

Spotify Wrapped ghosted NZ music again. Local artists and audiences deserve more

Spotify has just released Spotify Wrapped, its annual end-of-year viral promotional exercise. For New Zealand musicians, however, there was little to get excited about.

The Conversation

'Not at this stage': Schmidt coy about Wallabies role

Wily Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has not ruled out staying on as a World Cup advisor - or returning to the All Blacks camp for the 2027 showpiece in Australia.

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Favourable 2027 Rugby World Cup draw provides few potholes for England

Signs are encouraging for England’s improving squad to invoke the glory of 2003 with rivals facing trickier routes in Australia

The Guardian - UK

Wallabies must improve as World Cup draw delivers daunting All Blacks clash

After a winless European tour, Australia aim to regain winning habit before home tournament in October 2027

The Guardian - AU

France set for solid 2027 Rugby World Cup run after striking gold in pool draw

France have been handed a favourable path at the 2027 Rugby World Cup, raising hopes of a deep run in Australia.

Radio France Internationale

Hosts Australia to face New Zealand in Rugby World Cup pool as England draw Wales

Australia will face the All Blacks while England were drawn with Wales and Ireland with Scotland in the 2027 Rugby World Cup pools

The Guardian - UK

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All Blacks meet hosts Australia in mouthwatering clash as England face Wales at 2027 Rugby World Cup

Ireland will take on Scotland in the pool stage while reigning champions South Africa could meet New Zealand in the quarter-finals

The Independent UK

Rugby World Cup draw in full: England to face Wales after avoiding 'pool of death'

Australia to meet New Zealand as Steve Borthwick’s side learn opponents

Evening Standard

New Zealand man in custody after swallowing stolen €18,000 Fabergé diamond pendant

The suspect remains in custody after allegedly swallowing an €18,000 Fabergé octopus pendant from an Auckland store. The pendant, which is a special edition James Bond item commemorating the film Octopussy, has not yet been recovered.

Euronews

England to face Wales in group stage at 2027 Men’s Rugby World Cup

Ireland and Scotland and hosts Australia and New Zealand were also drawn together.

The Independent UK

Wallabies want to face All Blacks to open World Cup

In a first-ever scenario, tournament hosts Australia have been drawn in the same group as arch-rivals New Zealand for the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

AAP

Police wait for evidence to emerge after alleged thief ‘ate Fabergé pendant’

An officer has been assigned to ‘constantly monitor the man’ and retrieve the locket

The Independent UK

'A huge difference': Kerr plots Matildas cup glory

Matildas captain Sam Kerr is heartened by her influential outing in a win over New Zealand, but says the best should come in the Asian Cup in March.

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Evening Standard

What time is Rugby World Cup draw? Confirmed seedings, TV channel and live stream today

All eyes on Sydney as England learn pool stage opponents for expanded 2027 tournament and potential route to final

The Guardian - AU

Matildas sweep New Zealand in Adelaide as Sam Kerr makes long-awaited return

Goals from Alanna Kennedy and Hayley Raso seal win as superstar’s comeback brightens tough year for Australia

The Guardian - AU

Life in One Chord review – the Dunedin sound through the eyes of a music maverick

Based on a memoir by Straitjacket Fits frontman Shayne Carter, this documentary maps out the New Zealand town that birthed an indie movement

The Guardian - UK

Prime Minister review – portrait of Jacinda Ardern shows a fully human being in charge for once

Documentary about New Zealand’s former leader records a shrewd but likable premier who did without the usual politician’s defences

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The Guardian - AU

Australia 2-0 New Zealand: international women’s football friendly – as it happened

Matildas beat the Black ferns with goals from Alanna Kennedy and Hayley Raso

The Guardian - AU

Man charged with theft after allegedly swallowing Fabergé pendant in jewellery store

New Zealand police allege 32-year-old ingested the 18-karat gold egg – a James Bond Octopussy locket – and say the object has ‘not yet been recovered’

The Conversation

Gold clam invasion in NZ threatens drinking water for millions of people

As a geochemist studying New Zealand’s freshwater systems, I’ve spent years tracking the subtle chemical shifts in our rivers and lakes.

AAP

Matildas outclass NZ with Kerr on song in home cameo

The Matildas have downed New Zealand 2-0 in their friendly in Adelaide, with captain Sam Kerr showing promising signs in her first home match for two years.

The Independent UK

Public warning over Asian hornets as New Zealand says ‘narrow window’ closing

First Asian hornets were spotted in country only last month but their number is rapidly increasing

AAP

Matildas captain in mix for rare outing on home soil

Matildas coach Joe Montemurro says captain Sam Kerr is in the selection mix for Tuesday night's friendly against New Zealand after battling a calf complaint.

The Conversation

A global tax crackdown is coming for crypto – including NZ trades worth billions

For over a decade, cryptocurrency has been synonymous with a promise of freedom: access to a decentralised digital realm operating beyond the reach of traditional banks and governments.

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