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12yo boy dies after Sydney Harbour shark attack despite rescue efforts
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12yo boy dies after Sydney Harbour shark attack despite rescue efforts

The 12-year-old was bitten on both legs while jumping from rocks with friends.

24 Jan 06:19 AM
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Olympic snowboarder turned drug lord ‘captured by FBI’

The ex-Olympian is accused of moving about 60 US tonnes of cocaine a year.

23 Jan 09:27 PM
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Prince Harry hits out at Trump over Afghanistan slur

Keir Starmer and bereaved families have branded Donald Trump’s remarks ‘appalling’.

23 Jan 08:35 PM

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Formal US withdrawal from WHO is decried as ‘scientifically reckless’
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Formal US withdrawal from WHO is decried as ‘scientifically reckless’

All US staff working inside WHO offices have been recalled from their posts.

23 Jan 06:02 AM
Broncos star Kotoni Staggs joins 'run it straight' challenge amid safety fears
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Broncos star Kotoni Staggs joins 'run it straight' challenge amid safety fears

The Broncos say they view their player's hit as a staged promotional video.

23 Jan 06:01 AM
'Horrendous, heinous and abhorrent': Donation forces Aussie op shop closure, future at risk
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'Horrendous, heinous and abhorrent': Donation forces Aussie op shop closure, future at risk

23 Jan 03:03 AM
Manhunt continues for alleged NSW shooter after three people killed
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Manhunt continues for alleged NSW shooter after three people killed

23 Jan 12:24 AM
'Horrendous': Two women, man dead after shooting in NSW
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'Horrendous': Two women, man dead after shooting in NSW

23 Jan 12:20 AM
US negotiators meet Putin for high-stakes Ukraine talks
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US negotiators meet Putin for high-stakes Ukraine talks

22 Jan 10:55 PM
Europe relieved but 'vigilant' after Trump Greenland climbdown
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Europe relieved but 'vigilant' after Trump Greenland climbdown

Trump’s U-turn followed a threat to seize Greenland and hit allies with new tariffs.

22 Jan 09:53 PM
Trump sues JPMorgan Chase, claiming he was ‘debanked’ for political reasons
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Trump sues JPMorgan Chase, claiming he was ‘debanked’ for political reasons

The US President alleges the bank cut his accounts for his conservative politics.

22 Jan 09:08 PM
Final death toll from Spain's rail disaster is 45
World

Final death toll from Spain's rail disaster is 45

The high-speed collision in Andalusia has left 45 people dead and more than 120 hurt.

22 Jan 07:43 PM
Iran warns 'finger on trigger' as Trump says it wants talks
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Iran warns 'finger on trigger' as Trump says it wants talks

Iran says 3117 people died in recent protests, while NGOs report up to 4902 deaths.

22 Jan 07:24 PM
US arrests women who disrupted church over Minnesota immigration crackdown
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US arrests women who disrupted church over Minnesota immigration crackdown

The FACE Act protects those seeking to access abortion clinics and places of worship.

22 Jan 07:21 PM
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Defiant ex-prosecutor testifies to Trump's 'criminal' election plot
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Defiant ex-prosecutor testifies to Trump's 'criminal' election plot

Jack Smith told MPs he had proof beyond reasonable doubt Trump broke the law.

22 Jan 07:05 PM
Trump unveils Board of Peace, 'New Gaza' plans at Davos
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Trump unveils Board of Peace, 'New Gaza' plans at Davos

The US leader described the devastated Palestinian territory as 'great real estate'.

22 Jan 05:24 PM
Brutal blast: Massive storm to engulf 3200km stretch with snow and ice
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Brutal blast: Massive storm to engulf 3200km stretch with snow and ice

Days of winter freeze lie ahead for US, with the storm not peaking until Monday.

22 Jan 04:00 PM
Fake pilot accused of getting hundreds of free flights across major airlines
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Fake pilot accused of getting hundreds of free flights across major airlines

The scam is reminiscent of the film Catch Me If You Can.

22 Jan 04:00 PM
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Trump’s rift with Europe is clear. Europe must decide what to do about it
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Trump’s rift with Europe is clear. Europe must decide what to do about it

New York Times: Leaders will gather in Brussels today to take stock of what comes next.

22 Jan 04:00 PM
‘Stay inside’: Three shot dead, major police operation underway in New South Wales
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‘Stay inside’: Three shot dead, major police operation underway in New South Wales

A fourth man is in hospital in a serious but stable condition.

22 Jan 07:58 AM
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Australia news

'Be careful': Eddie Jones' questions value of player feedback after Razor’s ABs departure
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'Be careful': Eddie Jones' questions value of player feedback after Razor’s ABs departure

The Aussie has weighed in on Scott Robertson's shock departure as All Blacks coach.

20 Jan 12:39 AM
Doctor who raised alarm on mushroom killer shuts clinic to avoid 'financial oblivion'
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Doctor who raised alarm on mushroom killer shuts clinic to avoid 'financial oblivion'

Chris Webster's rant calling Patterson a 'disturbed sociopathic nut bag' led to sanctions.

19 Jan 08:56 PM
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Property Insider: Two projects set to launch worth $3b signal an incredible year for the industry

Ouch. Turning down an invitation to the ceremony marking the $2b Mainland event hurt.

19 Jan 07:00 PM
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Why is Trump’s pick for ambassador to NZ not yet in Wellington?
Politics

Why is Trump’s pick for ambassador to NZ not yet in Wellington?

It's taking longer than usual for Trump's nominee to be confirmed.

19 Jan 04:00 PM

UK news

Prince Harry hits out at Trump over Afghanistan slur
World

Prince Harry hits out at Trump over Afghanistan slur

Keir Starmer and bereaved families have branded Donald Trump’s remarks ‘appalling’.

23 Jan 08:35 PM
First trip to kingdom: Prince William set for three-day Saudi visit
Entertainment

First trip to kingdom: Prince William set for three-day Saudi visit

The visit marks his first official overseas trip of 2026 as Prince of Wales.

22 Jan 05:55 PM
Football's richest clubs: Real Madrid stay top of money league
Football

Football's richest clubs: Real Madrid stay top of money league

Real Madrid earned $2.4b last season, despite not winning a major trophy.

22 Jan 04:01 PM
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Olympic snowboarder turned drug lord ‘captured by FBI’
World

Olympic snowboarder turned drug lord ‘captured by FBI’

The ex-Olympian is accused of moving about 60 US tonnes of cocaine a year.

23 Jan 09:27 PM
Prince Harry hits out at Trump over Afghanistan slur
World

Prince Harry hits out at Trump over Afghanistan slur

Keir Starmer and bereaved families have branded Donald Trump’s remarks ‘appalling’.

23 Jan 08:35 PM
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Gregor Paul: Is NZ Rugby sacrificing All Blacks success for $7m pay days?
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Gregor Paul: Is NZ Rugby sacrificing All Blacks success for $7m pay days?

OPINION: NZR stands to collect more than $7m from the 71,000-seat Baltimore test.

23 Jan 04:03 PM
Formal US withdrawal from WHO is decried as ‘scientifically reckless’
World

Formal US withdrawal from WHO is decried as ‘scientifically reckless’

All US staff working inside WHO offices have been recalled from their posts.

23 Jan 06:02 AM

Asia news

Permanent suppression for company director who used meth, child abuse material to destress
Crime

Permanent suppression for company director who used meth, child abuse material to destress

The successful businessman ran companies in New Zealand and abroad prior to his arrest.

24 Jan 05:00 AM
Fine print leaves Kiwi couple footing $3k bill after flight delayed in Vietnam
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Fine print leaves Kiwi couple footing $3k bill after flight delayed in Vietnam

Consumer NZ warns separate domestic and international bookings can leave gaps in cover.

23 Jan 04:00 PM
US hip-hop label Def Jam launches China division
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US hip-hop label Def Jam launches China division

Universal Music calls China one of the world's most dynamic music markets.

22 Jan 07:00 AM
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The Thai island escape that’s an antidote to ‘White Lotus’ frenzy
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The Thai island escape that’s an antidote to ‘White Lotus’ frenzy

Koh Lan sits just a 20-minute boat ride from Pattaya’s neon-soaked strips.

20 Jan 07:00 AM
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Winston Peters’ global gifts: From Mongolian horse to Hillary-signed note
Politics

Winston Peters’ global gifts: From Mongolian horse to Hillary-signed note

His viral cowboy-themed campaign ad sparked a wave of horse gifts abroad.

17 Jan 06:00 AM
South Korean ex-leader jailed for 5 years in first martial law verdict
World

South Korean ex-leader jailed for 5 years in first martial law verdict

He also faces a separate case where prosecutors have sought the death penalty.

17 Jan 12:48 AM
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Trump boasts about military power but says he won't use force to take Greenland
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Trump boasts about military power but says he won't use force to take Greenland

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21 Jan 06:01 PM
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16 Jan 06:54 PM
Explosion in Dutch city of Utrecht
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Explosion in Dutch city of Utrecht

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15 Jan 06:46 PM
Rallies across US against shooting of woman by immigration agent
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Rallies across US against shooting of woman by immigration agent

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11 Jan 01:53 AM

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US hip-hop label Def Jam launches China division
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US hip-hop label Def Jam launches China division

Universal Music calls China one of the world's most dynamic music markets.

22 Jan 07:00 AM
Fraudster Elizabeth Holmes asks Trump to let her out of prison early
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Fraudster Elizabeth Holmes asks Trump to let her out of prison early

She is currently serving her sentence at a minimum-security prison camp.

22 Jan 06:01 AM
Trump's possible plan: It would allow US to control parts of Greenland
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Trump's possible plan: It would allow US to control parts of Greenland

US bases would be considered its territory in the Arctic region, under draft framework.

22 Jan 01:29 AM
Davos turnaround: Trump announces Greenland 'framework', backing off US force and tariffs
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Davos turnaround: Trump announces Greenland 'framework', backing off US force and tariffs

Nato chief Mark Rutte said question of Danish sovereignty of Greenland was not discussed.

22 Jan 12:24 AM
Police say high school teacher's baby fathered by student she sexually abused
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Police say high school teacher's baby fathered by student she sexually abused

DNA tests led WA Police to seek three further child sex charges.

22 Jan 12:22 AM
Britain's upper house approves social media ban for under-16s
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Britain's upper house approves social media ban for under-16s

It raises pressure on the UK Government to match a similar law passed in Australia.

22 Jan 12:13 AM
US Supreme Court appears likely to allow Lisa Cook to remain on Fed board
World

US Supreme Court appears likely to allow Lisa Cook to remain on Fed board

It is a major test of US President Donald Trump’s push to expand presidential power.

21 Jan 11:37 PM
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Saudi Arabia, Qatar, seven others accept Trump 'Board of Peace' invite

21 Jan 11:09 PM
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US House committee votes to hold Clintons in contempt of Congress

21 Jan 10:09 PM
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21 Jan 09:34 PM
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Israel says it has struck Syria-Lebanon border crossings used by Hezbollah

21 Jan 08:40 PM
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Germany arrests woman accused of spying for Russia

21 Jan 08:38 PM
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21 Jan 08:10 PM
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Thirty-year study: US scientists reveal secret of longevity

21 Jan 07:45 PM
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New mass kidnapping, initially denied by police, shakes Nigeria

21 Jan 07:32 PM

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