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Trump faces questions about his net worth in interview he tried to avoid

New York Times: Even a single misstep while giving evidence could be costly for Trump.

Putin's rumoured girlfriend hit by US sanctions

Former Olympic gymnast Alina Kabaeva is reportedly Putin's romantic partner.

Tension ratchets up as US speaker Pelosi arrives in Taiwan; China responds

China begins to conduct military manoeuvres in retaliation for Pelosi's presence.

'They're just going to let me die?': One woman's abortion odyssey

New York Times: A rare defect thrust one woman into post-Roe chaos.

More rain, more bodies in flooded Kentucky mountain towns

The death toll rose to 37 after one of the nation's poorest regions was swamped by rain.

Al-Qaeda leader killed in US drone strike in Afghanistan - report

The operation centred on an al-Qaeda target in Afghanistan over the weekend.

US warns China not to turn expected Taiwan visit into 'crisis'

New York Times: Military provocations could spark conflict by mistake, US officials say.

Spot the mistake: Error on gigantic highway sign confuses drivers

Can you see what keen-eyed drivers spotted?

Shane Jones: Maximise trade potential with China

OPINION: 'As they say on the marae: you boogie with those who turn up to the party.'

US city declares monkeypox a public health emergency

To date, there have been more than 22,000 monkeypox cases reported in nearly 80 countries.

One ticket takes it all: US lottery winner scoops billion dollar jackpot

The $2 billion prize is the third largest amount won in US history

US President Joe Biden tests positive for Covid-19, returns to isolation

Biden, 79, was treated with anti-viral drug Paxlovid, which can see a rebound of Covid.

'Saved lives': House passes bill banning certain semi-automatic guns

First vote of its kind in years, and a response to firearms often used in mass shootings.

Editorial: Dr Ashley departs as Covid lingers on

OPINION: Our editorial on the shifting situation as our director general of health exits.

US reporter told her skirt was too short to witness execution

One critic says the decision 'encapsulates just how brain-damaged half the country is'.

Manatee flown from Texas to Florida in private jet

He spent the 24-hour journey on a custom-made bed, being misted with water.