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What the Queen told Jacinda Ardern about NZ during Covid lockdowns
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What the Queen told Jacinda Ardern about NZ during Covid lockdowns

Dame Jacinda Ardern says Queen Elizabeth II personally phoned her during the pandemic.

05 Dec 04:47 AM
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Strike on alleged drug boat in Pacific kills four: US military

The US says the boat was run by a designated terrorist organisation.

05 Dec 01:08 AM
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US Supreme Court allows Texas to use redrawn voting map

Justice Samuel Alito said Texas needed certainty for the 2026 midterm map.

05 Dec 01:01 AM

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‘Pretty scary’: Police operation after public shooting in Aussie shopping centre
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‘Pretty scary’: Police operation after public shooting in Aussie shopping centre

Police are searching the Gregory Hills area but report no injuries so far.

05 Dec 12:26 AM
‘Signalgate’ report contradicts Hegseth’s claim of ‘total exoneration’
World

‘Signalgate’ report contradicts Hegseth’s claim of ‘total exoneration’

The Pentagon watchdog found Pete Hegseth’s Signal chat posed real security risks.

04 Dec 11:30 PM
National Guard can stay in DC for now, appeals court says
World

National Guard can stay in DC for now, appeals court says

04 Dec 10:57 PM
Military drones flew towards Zelenskyy’s plane as it approached Dublin
World

Military drones flew towards Zelenskyy’s plane as it approached Dublin

04 Dec 10:25 PM
Epstein files release could jeopardise my freedom bid: Ghislaine Maxwell
World

Epstein files release could jeopardise my freedom bid: Ghislaine Maxwell

04 Dec 09:50 PM
Eurovision hit by boycotts after Israel cleared to compete
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Eurovision hit by boycotts after Israel cleared to compete

04 Dec 09:40 PM
Man accused of helping Manchester synagogue attacker spy on defence facility
World

Man accused of helping Manchester synagogue attacker spy on defence facility

Mohammad Bashir, 31, is charged with four terrorism offences in the UK.

04 Dec 09:07 PM
Can the West trust India?
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Can the West trust India?

India’s imports of Russian oil jumped from 2.5% before the war to 35% last year.

04 Dec 08:49 PM
Israeli-backed militia leader killed in ‘internal’ clash in Gaza
World

Israeli-backed militia leader killed in ‘internal’ clash in Gaza

Yasser Abu Shabab, 32, led a Gaza clan armed by Israel, to counter Hamas.

04 Dec 08:17 PM
Flood-hit Indonesia, Sri Lanka brace for more rain
World

Flood-hit Indonesia, Sri Lanka brace for more rain

Over 800,000 Indonesians are displaced and more than 500 are still missing.

04 Dec 07:46 PM
Russia's Putin in India for defence, trade talks
World

Russia's Putin in India for defence, trade talks

Vladimir Putin's first India visit since the Ukraine war spotlights defence deals.

04 Dec 07:16 PM
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Putin ordered Salisbury poisoning as 'public statement' of Russian power, inquiry finds
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Putin ordered Salisbury poisoning as 'public statement' of Russian power, inquiry finds

Dawn Sturgess died after spraying herself with perfume laced with Novichok.

04 Dec 06:58 PM
Israel launches fresh strikes on south Lebanon after warnings
World

Israel launches fresh strikes on south Lebanon after warnings

Israeli jets hit Mahrouna, Jbaa, Majadal and Baraasheet in the south.

04 Dec 05:39 PM
'America is safer': FBI arrests suspect in January 6 pipe bomb case
World

'America is safer': FBI arrests suspect in January 6 pipe bomb case

Investigators say the pipe bombs were viable devices capable of causing harm.

04 Dec 05:02 PM
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People are uploading their medical records to AI chatbots
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People are uploading their medical records to AI chatbots

NY Times: Experts say inaccurate information is a major concern and so is data privacy.

04 Dec 05:00 PM
These companies want to block the sun to cool the planet
World

These companies want to block the sun to cool the planet

One firm Stardust has raised US$75m and keeps its new reflective particle secret.

04 Dec 05:00 PM
Egypt's Sinai mountains project threatens the people of St Catherine
World

Egypt's Sinai mountains project threatens the people of St Catherine

Egypt aims to draw mass tourism to the once serene Sinai town of Saint Catherine.

04 Dec 04:00 PM
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Australia news

Football Ferns lose to Matildas again
Football Ferns

Football Ferns lose to Matildas again

Veteran midfielder Annalie Longo came off the bench for her 144th and final cap.

02 Dec 04:17 PM
Accessible adventure guide to Far North Queensland
Travel

Accessible adventure guide to Far North Queensland

An accessible pontoon boat at Trinity Bay let the family explore at their own pace.

02 Dec 05:52 AM
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Billion-dollar club: Kmart NZ hits sales milestone in 2025 result
Retail

Billion-dollar club: Kmart NZ hits sales milestone in 2025 result

The strong result comes as competition in the retail industry is set to increase.

02 Dec 02:47 AM
International broadcaster apologises after TV coverage cuts out at cliffhanger moment
Tall Blacks

International broadcaster apologises after TV coverage cuts out at cliffhanger moment

Australia's game-winning shot was missed by many due to a Fiba technical issue.

02 Dec 12:40 AM

UK news

Sabrina Carpenter on 'emotionally yanked around' meaning behind album cover
Entertainment

Sabrina Carpenter on 'emotionally yanked around' meaning behind album cover

She argues critics still see her as a child star and will not let her evolve.

05 Dec 02:04 AM
The secret meaning (and love story) behind the Princess of Wales's tiara
Lifestyle

The secret meaning (and love story) behind the Princess of Wales's tiara

Catherine wore Queen Victoria's Oriental Circlet tiara for the first time.

04 Dec 08:28 PM
Putin ordered Salisbury poisoning as 'public statement' of Russian power, inquiry finds
World

Putin ordered Salisbury poisoning as 'public statement' of Russian power, inquiry finds

Dawn Sturgess died after spraying herself with perfume laced with Novichok.

04 Dec 06:58 PM
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Fifa World Cup 2026 draw: All Whites drawn with Belgium
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Fifa World Cup 2026 draw: All Whites drawn with Belgium

Live updates of the Fifa World Cup 2026 draw.

05 Dec 07:11 PM
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From Hobbit to flat whites: Spartacus star Graham McTavish has found a personal paradise in NZ
Entertainment

From Hobbit to flat whites: Spartacus star Graham McTavish has found a personal paradise in NZ

'I think New Zealanders sometimes take it for granted,' the famed Scottish actor says.

05 Dec 06:00 PM
Strike on alleged drug boat in Pacific kills four: US military
World

Strike on alleged drug boat in Pacific kills four: US military

The US says the boat was run by a designated terrorist organisation.

05 Dec 01:08 AM
‘Signalgate’ report contradicts Hegseth’s claim of ‘total exoneration’
World

‘Signalgate’ report contradicts Hegseth’s claim of ‘total exoneration’

The Pentagon watchdog found Pete Hegseth’s Signal chat posed real security risks.

04 Dec 11:30 PM

Asia news

Flood-hit Indonesia, Sri Lanka brace for more rain
World

Flood-hit Indonesia, Sri Lanka brace for more rain

Over 800,000 Indonesians are displaced and more than 500 are still missing.

04 Dec 07:46 PM
Frustration in Indonesia as flood survivors await aid
World

Frustration in Indonesia as flood survivors await aid

The recent floods and landslides across four Asian countries have killed more than 1500.

03 Dec 07:25 PM
Hong Kong leader says ‘independent committee’ to probe fire
World

Hong Kong leader says ‘independent committee’ to probe fire

Police have arrested 15 people after scaffolding netting failed fire rules.

02 Dec 07:09 PM
Asia floods death toll tops 1160 as troops aid survivors
World

Asia floods death toll tops 1160 as troops aid survivors

WHO is sending rapid response teams and medical supplies into the region.

01 Dec 05:29 PM
Climate change, ageing farmers endanger Japan’s ‘Rolls-Royce of pearls’
World

Climate change, ageing farmers endanger Japan’s ‘Rolls-Royce of pearls’

Akoya pearl industry hit as seas warm and younger generations move to the city.

01 Dec 04:00 PM
Thousands without shelter after flooding across Southeast Asia
World

Thousands without shelter after flooding across Southeast Asia

Indonesia’s Sumatra island remains cut off, with looting reported amid aid delays.

30 Nov 05:13 PM
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World video

What Russia wants for peace and why some countries are pushing back
New Zealand

What Russia wants for peace and why some countries are pushing back

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04 Dec 03:55 AM
Hong Kong's deadliest blaze in decades kills at least 128, dozens missing
World

Hong Kong's deadliest blaze in decades kills at least 128, dozens missing

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28 Nov 07:16 PM
US National Guard member dies after Washington shooting
New Zealand

US National Guard member dies after Washington shooting

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27 Nov 11:47 PM
Update on the deadly fire In Hong Kong killing at least 83
World

Update on the deadly fire In Hong Kong killing at least 83

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27 Nov 06:14 PM

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Stakes high, Europe races to save its financing plan for Ukraine
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Stakes high, Europe races to save its financing plan for Ukraine

NY Times: Plodding decision-making creates big risks at this geopolitical moment.

04 Dec 04:00 PM
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Devastating fire has fuelled a national security crackdown in Hong Kong
World

Devastating fire has fuelled a national security crackdown in Hong Kong

New York Times: Authorities have been working to contain public anger after the inferno.

04 Dec 04:00 PM
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Inside Trump's choices on the Ukraine war talks
World

Inside Trump's choices on the Ukraine war talks

NY Times: Does he increase pressure on Russia or Ukraine, or walk away from US efforts?

04 Dec 04:00 PM
The Epstein scandal is a royal mess. Imagine living on Prince Andrew Way
World

The Epstein scandal is a royal mess. Imagine living on Prince Andrew Way

The ties that unravel - ordinary communities are distancing themselves from Andrew.

04 Dec 04:00 PM
What Russia wants for peace and why some countries are pushing back
New Zealand

What Russia wants for peace and why some countries are pushing back

Vladimir Putin met with the US negotiators this week for about five hours to discuss ending the war in Ukraine.

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04 Dec 03:55 AM
Alleged childcare paedophile Joshua Brown hit with new child sex abuse charges
World

Alleged childcare paedophile Joshua Brown hit with new child sex abuse charges

Joshua Brown now faces 156 charges and has been in custody since May.

04 Dec 03:17 AM
Wanted inmate caught after ordering Ubers during three-day escape bid
World

Wanted inmate caught after ordering Ubers during three-day escape bid

Rockdale County had offered a $5000 reward, calling the escaper 'armed and dangerous'.

04 Dec 02:39 AM
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Meta starts removing under-16s from social media in Australia

04 Dec 02:17 AM
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Who is Andrew Farkas, who owned a marina with Jeffrey Epstein?

04 Dec 12:55 AM
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'She’s trying to sell books': Democrat spat as Shapiro accuses Harris of ‘blatant lies’

03 Dec 11:24 PM
World

Brazil police probe plight of near-extinct blue parrot

03 Dec 09:50 PM
World

'She was our warrior': Family seek answers after mortuary discovers woman alive

03 Dec 09:20 PM
World

French court jails woman for drugging daughter to death

03 Dec 09:09 PM
Analysis

Trump may now abandon both Russia and Ukraine

03 Dec 08:49 PM
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To clear huge court backlog, UK aims to scrap jury trials for some crimes

03 Dec 08:36 PM

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