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Open season for Republicans on resurgent Rubio

State of play testing times ahead

Inside Bernie Sanders' impressive showing in Iowa is a small but significant weak spot that could hinder his momentum against Hillary Clinton when the campaign moves beyond New Hampshire.

Hikoi in Australia for Kiwis' rights

Plan to keep Britain in EU released

European Council President Donald Tusk has set out a plan for keeping Britain in the European Union to a mixed reception.

6 takeaways from Iowa caucuses

After a weird night in Iowa with Clinton and Sanders deadlocked and Trump being trounced by Cruz, here are six things to takeaway.

Be afraid: How Trump sees the world

It may sound like it's made up on the spot but Trump's foreign policy does exist. And it shows he would alter America's global role in a major way.

Palin loses it over question about son

Sarah Palin linked her son's PTSD to the White House but when questioned about his abusive behaviour she didn't take kindly.

Malaysia PM's $1b Saudi gift

Malaysia's attorney-general says $1 billion transferred into PM Najib Razak's personal bank account was a gift from the royal family in Saudi Arabia.

Editorial: Republican ripples could spread to NZ

Australians are taking a natural interest in our flag debate. It raises a question for them that has become a recurring topic across the Tasman.

Editorial: Stronger ties with Iran are good for NZ

Bringing Iran back from the cold has implications for New Zealand. With restrictions lifted, exporters should expect demand to rebound.

Watch: Obama praises Australia's role in IS fight

President Barack Obama says Australia has been "consistent and extraordinarily effective" fighting the Islamic State group.

Cameron backs banning of veil in public places

Muslim women can be banned from wearing veils in schools, courts and other British institutions, Prime Minister David Cameron has said.

Will Trump be banned from the UK?

British MPs have debated a petition to ban US Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump from Britain over remarks on Muslims.

Democratic debate: Continuity vs change

"For anyone who has paid only scant attention to the Democratic nomination contest, it took only a few minutes to grasp the state of the race."

Rachael Le Mesurier: Rich/poor gap has risen dramatically

It's time for the fairness of good tax systems to help us build a better world - and the meeting in Davos offers a real opportunity to put this into action, writes Rachael Le Mesurier.

Cartoon: Don't get confused Obama

Turnbull visits Anzac troop camp

Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has called on European countries to "step up" with stronger help to defeat the Islamic State during a brief, unannounced visit to Australian troops in Iraq.

Paul Thomas: Right's refusal to compromise hurting US