WorldNew regional push for a deal to end Gaza warArab governments emphasised that the Israel, Palestinian conflict must be resolved.26 Jun 11:14 PM
WorldKiwis, Aussies world's biggest users of cocaine, says UN agencyGlobal consumption of the illicit drug at record level, agency says in latest report.26 Jun 10:50 PM
WorldTrump ‘to demand that Iran hands over enriched uranium’Other demands involve ban on further enrichment, cap on missile production, report says.26 Jun 09:53 PM
WorldWorld’s richest 1% boosted wealth by $56 trillion since 2015, Oxfam saysAbout 3000 people in the world are billionaires - they have gained $10.7t in 10 years.26 Jun 09:05 PM
WorldUS defends Iran strikes, claims nuclear sites destroyedDefence Secretary Pete Hegseth insists the US decimated Iran’s nuclear capabilities.26 Jun 07:40 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldScientists retrace 30,000-year-old sea voyage, in a hollowed-out logNew York Times: A 45-hour journey took the team from eastern Taiwan to Yonaguni Island.26 Jun 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWhy powerful pro-Tehran militias in Iraq stayed quiet amid Iran conflictUS and Iranian interests both exist in Iraq, which is an economic lifeline for Tehran.26 Jun 07:00 PM
WorldStudents die in stampede after power transformer explodesOver 5300 pupils were sitting baccalaureate exams when the explosion occurred.26 Jun 06:55 PM
WorldKenya's protests turn deadly: 16 killed, widespread destructionAmnesty International reported a death toll of 16, with many injured.26 Jun 06:37 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisUnpredictable Trump: US strike has given China more to think aboutNYT analysis: US leader is a wild card for China in scenarios of how the US would respond.26 Jun 06:00 PM
WorldChad hopes 'green charcoal' can save vanishing forestsThe UNHCR distributes the green charcoal in refugee camps in eastern Chad.26 Jun 06:00 PM
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WorldMatcha ‘obsession’ drinks tea farms dryMatcha's market nearly doubled in a year due to its rising popularity.26 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldMamdani’s success spotlights deepening divide in US Jewish communityNew York Times: Pro-Israel Jewish people have long been a bedrock of Democratic coalition.26 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldIn Alabama, a social media influencer really gets wildNew York Times: 'I was a deer hunter, forester, Southern man posting about flowers.'26 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldKhamenei says Iran will 'never surrender' to US'It will never happen,' Iran’s supreme leader says.26 Jun 10:40 AM
WorldThree men sentenced to life terms for second time for toolbox murdersThe two victims were found in a toolbox, submerged in a dam's murky waters.26 Jun 07:56 AM
PremiumPremiumWorld'US won’t contribute more': RFK jnr sparks global controversyNew York Times: Bill Gates announced a $350 million annual contribution to Gavi.26 Jun 04:36 AM
WorldEcuador's most-wanted gang leader captured'Fito' escaped custody in Ecuador in early 2024, leading to a months-long manhunt.26 Jun 03:36 AM
World'Dune' director to helm next James Bond film'I intend to honour the tradition and open the path for many new missions to come.'26 Jun 03:29 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldDuelling spy reports over Iran nuclear damageNew York Times: The DIA report has become a flashpoint in the public discussion.26 Jun 03:11 AM
WorldMississippi man who spent nearly 50 years on death row executedHe was Mississippi’s longest-serving and oldest death row inmate.26 Jun 02:14 AM
WorldWith Iran coverage, Fox hosts gave Trump advice, support and a platformTrump was praised as deserving 'six Nobel Peace Prizes' and a spot on Mount Rushmore.26 Jun 01:29 AM
WorldJames Webb telescope discovers exoplanet through rare direct imagesThe researchers estimated that the planet’s mass was similar to that of Saturn.26 Jun 12:34 AM
WorldHercules aircraft arrives in Middle East to assist Kiwis seeking to leave Iran, IsraelCIA Director says there is a 'body of credible intelligence' the strikes did do damage.25 Jun 11:47 PM
WorldAt least eight killed as anti-government protests rock KenyaPeople carried white crosses with the names of those killed by police over the past year.25 Jun 11:38 PM
WorldSuspect faces 12 new charges in US hate crime Molotov cocktail attackMohamed Sabry Soliman also faces a count of animal cruelty for a dog that was hurt.25 Jun 11:33 PM
WorldJapanese islands hit by swarm of quakes over several daysThere have been as many as 15 quakes per hour with the largest 5.1 magnitude.25 Jun 11:10 PM
AnalysisNew York result sets off Democratic Party infightingAnalysis: Zohran Mamdani's popularity has sparked clashes between moderates and liberals.25 Jun 10:20 PM
WorldHow Jeff Bezos' wedding turned Venice into a millionaire's playgroundThe wedding invite featured butterflies, stars and the Rialto Bridge.25 Jun 10:04 PM
WorldFeeling the heat: Americans wonder when will the hot weather end?The heat dome is waning, but it’s another brutal day in the Ohio Valley and Mid-Atlantic.25 Jun 09:40 PM
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Herald NOWNATO leaders pledge 5% defence spendRyan chats to Head of AFP News Netherlands Bureau, Richard Carter about the NATO Summit live from The Hague.Watch25 Jun 07:59 PM
WorldTrump teases Iran nuclear talks after US strikesIsrael and Iran agreed to a ceasefire after 12 days of intense conflict.25 Jun 07:10 PM