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'Crossed a new red line': Iran condemns Israeli nuclear site attacks
Latest developments in an increasingly bloody confilct.
Israeli cities struck by Iranian missiles, 10 dead, many injured
Israeli airstrikes in Tehran targeted sites linked to nuclear weapons projects.
'Discarded': Mass grave excavation uncovers Ireland's dark history of child burials
A 2021 report found 9000 children died in Ireland's mother-and-baby homes.
Expanding restrictions: 36 nations face potential US travel bans, includes Tonga
The State Department memo gives listed nations 60 days to meet new benchmarks.
Balloons, bubbles, tear gas: Protests against 'king' Trump turn chaotic
Protests occurred in all 50 states, rejecting Trump's policies.
Tragic details emerge after Australian teen Pheobe Bishop's death
The tragedy that separated a teen from her boyfriend before she died has been revealed.
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Tragic details emerge after Australian teen Pheobe Bishop's death
The tragedy that separated a teen from her boyfriend before she died has been revealed.
Kiwi teen loses deportation battle after killing Melbourne motorcyclist
The 17-year-old dragged the rider for 85m before leaving him for dead.
Pier picks up Stradbroke consolation
Pier ventured across the Tasman as the winner of four races in New Zealand.
How an Australian ex-banker's NZ visit resulted in a prison sentence
Police caught pair red-handed after they were flown to Auckland for a cocaine burglary.
How organised crime in the Pacific poses risks for New Zealand
Samoa intercepted 10kg of meth early this year, its largest known smuggling operation.
War Machine's run at Eagle Farm to evoke memories of pivotal pair in gelding's career
The 4-year-old will start the popular elect in Saturday’s Group 1 Stradbroke Handicap
UK news
How Prince Louis charmed the crowds at Trooping the Colour
Prince George, 11, tapped Louis to remind him to stop waving.
Tottenham's partnership with Ineos leads to legal battle
The football club's deal with Ineos was meant to last until December 2027.
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Expanding restrictions: 36 nations face potential US travel bans, includes Tonga
The State Department memo gives listed nations 60 days to meet new benchmarks.
Balloons, bubbles, tear gas: Protests against 'king' Trump turn chaotic
Protests occurred in all 50 states, rejecting Trump's policies.
Trump celebrates birthday with military parade amid protests
Nearly 7000 troops marched and aircraft roared overhead during the parade.
At-large suspect identified in targeted shooting of US politicians
The suspect fled police, wearing black body armour and a police-like vest.
Notorious Kiwi porn boss speaks from US prison cell
Michael Pratt issues apology to women who were tricked into appearing in porn videos.
Minnesota lawmaker killed in ‘politically motivated assassination’ – governor
A manhunt is under way for the suspect.
Asia news
Rust removal sparks explosion at US base in Okinawa
The explosion occurred while SDF members were assessing unexploded bombs.
Why Vietnam's two-child policy change may not boost birth rate
High living costs in big cities deter many from having more children.
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Massive protests sweep US as Trump revels in military parade on 79th birthday
The parade officially marking the 250th birthday of the US Army happened after "No Kings" demonstrators thronged the streets in cities throughout the US. Video / AFP
Building reportedly hit by missile in Tel Aviv, Israel
Iran fired a barrage of ballistic missiles at Israel in a counter-strike on Saturday. Video / AFP
Candlelight Vigil held in Auckland for those affected by the Air India crash
A couple who lived in Auckland for five years have been named as victims of the India plane crash that killed more than 240 people. Video / NZ Herald
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