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Recap: Black Ferns and ABs Sevens win finals in Singapore
It was double delight for New Zealand as the women’s and men’s teams both won their finals in Singapore on Sunday night.

Received a Social Security Overpayment? Here's What You Need to Know - CNET
If you got more Social Security money than you should've, you might not have to pay the extra back.

Chelsea vs. West Ham Livestream: How to Watch English Premier League Soccer From Anywhere - CNET
Two London rivals in contention for European qualification battle it out in a capital clash at Stamford Bridge.

Best Prepaid Phone of 2024: Value Picks for Cheaper Plans - CNET
A cost-saving prepaid plan can be paired up with nearly any unlocked phone, and these devices offer a lot of value for the money.

Before Summer Vacation, Download Offline Maps on Your iPhone - CNET
Here's how you can download portions of the Maps app to use offline.

Which Apps Are Draining Your MacBook's Battery? - CNET
You can find out with just a single click.

Thousands run Belfast roads as marathon under way
There are numerous road closures as more than 18,000 participants make their way across the city.

Council to drop apostrophes on street signs
A North Yorkshire resident says the punctuation changes risk "everything going downhill".

Panama to choose president after front-runner sentenced
The man who led the polls, ex-President Ricardo Martinelli, was found guilty of money laundering.

France is finding vegan croissants hard to stomach
The idea of butter-free patisseries appeals to some but horrifies dairy farmers and traditionalists.

Australian police shoot dead boy armed with knife
Police say there were signs the boy was radicalised online.

‘I have a 50:50 chance of developing Alzheimer’s in my 50s’
John Jennings may have inherited a gene from his mother that could trigger early-onset of the condition.

Sharks get first points with brute force
Oregon Kaufusi was an unlikely first tryscorer as Cronulla ended a stalemate.

Waratahs hit rock bottom as resurgent Reds put hands up for Wallabies
Serious questions must be asked about the Waratahs’ effort in their heavy defeat to the Hurricanes, while Test coach Joe Schmidt will have been delighted at the Reds’ win over the Crusaders in Christchurch.

Phoenix’s semifinal opponent revealed after A-League classic
Paul Izzo has inspired Melbourne Victory to one of the greatest-ever A-League Men escapes as they rose from the ashes to beat City on penalties.

Gas Prices Are Up This Spring. What Can You Expect to Pay This Summer? - CNET
Feel like gas is getting more expensive every time you go to the pump? Here's what's really going on.

Brighton vs. Aston Villa Livestream: How to Watch English Premier League Soccer From Anywhere - CNET
Unai Emery's side look to tighten their grip on a Champions League spot as they host the Seagulls.

No, It's Not Too Late. Check Out These Last-Minute Mother's Day Gifts - CNET
Fear not, these last-minute Mother's Day gifts should still arrive on time.

Swinney warns of SNP cohesion amid challenge reports
There are reports that a veteran SNP activist may stand against John Swinney, the only declared candidate.

Bellingham inspires 'complete team' Real to La Liga title
Real Madrid are La Liga champions and BBC Sport examines the story of their success this season.

Watch: Madonna free beach gig attracts 1.6m people
The concert in Brazil marked the end of the singing icon's 'Celebration' world tour.

Thousands of homes without water for fourth day
A burst pipe on Thursday is continuing to impact Southern Water supplies in East Sussex.

Rwanda won't guarantee how many migrants it will take
Government spokesperson Yolande Maloko also feels Rwanda has been "attacked unjustly".

Record run: Australia’s fastest woman helps end 24-year Olympic drought
A squad anchored by Torrie Lewis has smashed the national 4x100m record for the second time this year to claim an automatic spot at the Paris Olympics.