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Red Sea cargo ship attacks escalate conflict
Ten people were rescued after the Huthi rebel group sank the cargo ship Eternity C.
EU unveils rules for powerful AI systems
EU code helps firms follow its AI Act that includes copyright protections for creators.
Fran O'Sullivan: Luxon shines on global stage but has work to do at home
Luxon's international meetings included French President Macron and EU President von der Leyen.
Germany's $177b military build-up sparks coalition tensions
President Trump endorsed Germany's military spending increase during Merz's visit.
Trump claims ‘win’ as Nato agrees to massive defence spending hike
Trump called the spending hike a 'monumental win for the United States'.
Netanyahu declares 'historic victory' after ceasefire with Iran
Iran agrees to negotiations but insists on its right to atomic energy.
Canada and EU pull together as America pushes them away
New York Times: US allies are moving towards being less dependent on America.
Haifa under fire: 19 injured as Iran launches latest missile barrage
Iran urged to continue diplomacy even as bombing continues.
EU passes new rules for pets, including microchips and bans on mutilations
All cats and dogs sold must have microchips registered in an EU database.
Trump's policies are reshaping global financial dynamics
Many investors are pulling money out of the US, affecting the dollar's value.
Kiwi dollar rises 7.5% as US dollar wanes under global shifts
Concerns about the US dollar have seen other currencies gain, including the NZ dollar.
G7 summit: Canada promises billions in aid to Ukraine as US shifts focus to Middle East
Trump left the G7 summit early to focus on the Israel-Iran conflict.
UK shellfish farmers revive ambitions with new EU trade deal
New York Times: The Hawards have cultivated oysters on Mersea Island for 250 years.
Israel-Iran conflict: EU chief stresses need for diplomacy
'Iran is the principal source of regional instability,' Ursula von der Leyen said.
‘We’re done with Teams’: German state hits uninstall on Microsoft
Schleswig-Holstein will switch to open-source software in three months.
Matthew Hooton: Luxon’s China and Nato scheduling dilemma
OPINION: PM faces a choice between democratic friends and “awful foursome".
Wellington mega-landlord facing violence and firearms charges
Matthew Ryan, who owns more than 200 properties, is facing criminal charges.
Low turnout sinks Italy referendum on citizenship, labour laws
The referendum failed due to low turnout, with just over 30% voting.
Spend more or get ready to speak Russian, Nato chief warns UK
Russia could attack Nato by 2030, according to Mark Rutte's London speech.
Who gets to be Italian? Voters face a choice
New York Times: Low voter turnout could prevent the referendum from passing.
'Poorly designed': NZ challenges EU deforestation rules
"New Zealand does not have a deforestation issue," Trade Minister Todd McClay says.
Putin vows retaliation against Ukraine as US peace talks stall
Ukraine and Russia agreed on a prisoner exchange set for this weekend.
Why Poland's presidential result is a blow to its pro-EU centrist govt
Nawrocki's win may mean a stalemate over social reforms.
Iran warns of retaliation if EU exploits UN uranium report
Iran's enriched uranium stockpile is 45 times over the 2015 deal limit.
US says Israel backs new Gaza ceasefire, Hamas rejects proposal
The new proposal includes a 60-day truce and hostage exchanges.
Court blocks Trump's tariffs, White House vows to appeal
The court blocked most of the President's tariffs, citing overstepped authority.
'Fully committed': Pornhub vows compliance amid EU probe
The EU is investigating four porn sites for failing to block child access.