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US claims Iran has laid at least a dozen mines in Strait of Hormuz
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US claims Iran has laid at least a dozen mines in Strait of Hormuz

The mines will need careful extraction before shipping can resume, US officials said.

24 Mar 08:04 AM
World

Sirens blare in Tonga after large quake forces tsunami threat evacuations

Nema said there is no tsunami danger to New Zealand.

24 Mar 06:59 AM
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Denmark votes in close election, outgoing PM tipped to win

Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen seen as favourite after standing up to US over Greenland.

24 Mar 04:47 AM

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Watch: Explosion reported at US oil refinery
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Watch: Explosion reported at US oil refinery

Nearby residents reported a loud boom that rattled windows.

24 Mar 04:02 AM
Too old? The 92-year-old US judge handling the Maduro case
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Too old? The 92-year-old US judge handling the Maduro case

An ex-judge questions whether Alvin Hellerstein is the right fit for likely long process.

24 Mar 02:11 AM
YouTuber who murdered girlfriend used Grand Theft Auto as alibi
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YouTuber who murdered girlfriend used Grand Theft Auto as alibi

24 Mar 02:00 AM
Australia, EU agree sweeping new trade pact
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Australia, EU agree sweeping new trade pact

24 Mar 01:39 AM
Ukraine strikes Russian oil export hub
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Ukraine strikes Russian oil export hub

24 Mar 01:00 AM
US, Iran and Israel send conflicting signals on peace prospects
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US, Iran and Israel send conflicting signals on peace prospects

23 Mar 11:00 PM
Trump Administration to pay $1.7b to stop two US wind farms
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Trump Administration to pay $1.7b to stop two US wind farms

TotalEnergies will instead invest the money in natural gas, shale gas and oil drilling.

23 Mar 10:56 PM
Two young pilots confirmed as victims of New York runway collision
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Two young pilots confirmed as victims of New York runway collision

'Stop, truck one, stop!' an air traffic controller said moments before the collision.

23 Mar 10:33 PM
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Pentagon officials weigh deployment of airborne troops for Iran war
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Pentagon officials weigh deployment of airborne troops for Iran war

New York Times: These forces could be used to seize Kharg Island, Iran’s oil export hub.

23 Mar 10:00 PM
Thousands have swooned over this MAGA dream girl. She’s made with AI
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Thousands have swooned over this MAGA dream girl. She’s made with AI

Experts say Jessica Foster’s rise shows how AI-generated women can capture attention.

23 Mar 09:18 PM
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Iran war: How economic shock could become long-term damage
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Iran war: How economic shock could become long-term damage

New York Times: Targeting oil and gas infrastructure in the Gulf has ongoing impacts.

23 Mar 09:00 PM
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Why Republicans privately fear this swing-state Democrat
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Why Republicans privately fear this swing-state Democrat

Senator Jon Ossoff, 39, of Georgia, has been gaining a national profile in his party.

23 Mar 08:00 PM
Colombia military aircraft crashes with 125 aboard, many feared dead
World

Colombia military aircraft crashes with 125 aboard, many feared dead

The C-130 Hercules crashed just after take-off from Puerto Leguizamo.

23 Mar 07:14 PM
Tanker traffic: The ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz
World

Tanker traffic: The ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz

More than 20 ships have used a purported Iran-approved northern route.

23 Mar 07:13 PM
ICE agents arrive at US airports amid TSA staff shortages, funding fight
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ICE agents arrive at US airports amid TSA staff shortages, funding fight

Trump has suggested the agents would be arresting undocumented immigrants at airports.

23 Mar 07:00 PM
Referendum defeat dents 'winner' Meloni's image
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Referendum defeat dents 'winner' Meloni's image

Italian Prime Minister had been on a winning streak ahead of elections next year.

23 Mar 06:46 PM
OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky dies aged 43
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OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky dies aged 43

The Ukrainian-born tech magnate bought OnlyFans in 2018 and lived in Florida.

23 Mar 06:33 PM
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'I wouldn't even know where to go' – former US Marine facing deportation to NZ
New Zealand

'I wouldn't even know where to go' – former US Marine facing deportation to NZ

Paul Canton faces deportation despite 36 years living in the United States.

18 Mar 07:15 AM
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‘Combine our military forces’: Collins reveals vision for defence after Australia meeting
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‘Combine our military forces’: Collins reveals vision for defence after Australia meeting

A plan for an "increasingly integrated, combat capable Anzac force" has been unveiled.

18 Mar 01:20 AM
Number of days NZ is covered for fuel stock dips below last week's levels
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Number of days NZ is covered for fuel stock dips below last week's levels

The Government is not suggesting that rationing fuel is needed at this stage.

18 Mar 12:23 AM
Aussie shock-jock Kyle Sandilands responds after $121m contract ripped up
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Aussie shock-jock Kyle Sandilands responds after $121m contract ripped up

He says a single on-air clash with Jackie O. was used to oust them both.

18 Mar 12:00 AM

UK news

Sarah Ferguson denies claims about proposed reality TV series on cloning late Queen’s corgis
Lifestyle

Sarah Ferguson denies claims about proposed reality TV series on cloning late Queen’s corgis

Muick and Sandy, now with Sarah and Prince Andrew, were the late Queen's last corgis.

23 Mar 11:07 PM
OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky dies aged 43
World

OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky dies aged 43

The Ukrainian-born tech magnate bought OnlyFans in 2018 and lived in Florida.

23 Mar 06:33 PM
Man in UK accused of freezing mother's corpse and spending from her bank accounts
World

Man in UK accused of freezing mother's corpse and spending from her bank accounts

The businessman is charged with preventing the burial of his 89yo mum.

22 Mar 08:07 PM
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US claims Iran has laid at least a dozen mines in Strait of Hormuz
World

US claims Iran has laid at least a dozen mines in Strait of Hormuz

The mines will need careful extraction before shipping can resume, US officials said.

24 Mar 08:04 AM
Watch: Explosion reported at US oil refinery
World

Watch: Explosion reported at US oil refinery

Nearby residents reported a loud boom that rattled windows.

24 Mar 04:02 AM
Too old? The 92-year-old US judge handling the Maduro case
World

Too old? The 92-year-old US judge handling the Maduro case

An ex-judge questions whether Alvin Hellerstein is the right fit for likely long process.

24 Mar 02:11 AM
About 140,000 families to get $50 a week to help with high fuel prices
Politics

About 140,000 families to get $50 a week to help with high fuel prices

The boost is expected to cost about $373 million and last no more than a year.

24 Mar 01:56 AM

Asia news

About 140,000 families to get $50 a week to help with high fuel prices
Politics

About 140,000 families to get $50 a week to help with high fuel prices

The boost is expected to cost about $373 million and last no more than a year.

24 Mar 01:56 AM
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Iran war: How economic shock could become long-term damage
World

Iran war: How economic shock could become long-term damage

New York Times: Targeting oil and gas infrastructure in the Gulf has ongoing impacts.

23 Mar 09:00 PM
Govt announces major fuel import step at post-Cabinet press conference
Politics

Govt announces major fuel import step at post-Cabinet press conference

Pressures are being felt at the pump over the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

23 Mar 02:46 AM
Under Trump, legal immigration to US is falling from most countries
World

Under Trump, legal immigration to US is falling from most countries

Largest declines compared to same period in 2024, for India, China and the Philippines.

23 Mar 01:00 AM
How much fuel does NZ have left? Government reveals latest figures
Politics

How much fuel does NZ have left? Government reveals latest figures

The Government is moving to a twice-weekly update on the nation's fuel stocks.

23 Mar 12:14 AM
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Iran war: Reeling from the oil shock and ‘running out of ideas’
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Iran war: Reeling from the oil shock and ‘running out of ideas’

New York Times: Supply shortages from Mideast have rippled through Asia, upending lives.

22 Mar 06:00 PM
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World video

Four Jewish-run ambulances targeted in London arson attack
World

Four Jewish-run ambulances targeted in London arson attack

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23 Mar 06:07 PM
Plane and ground vehicle collide at airport
World

Plane and ground vehicle collide at airport

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23 Mar 05:50 AM
Could NZ be dragged into a war over the Strait of Hormuz?
New Zealand

Could NZ be dragged into a war over the Strait of Hormuz?

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23 Mar 03:55 AM
Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Channel Infrastructure's Rob Buchanan speak to media
New Zealand

Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Channel Infrastructure's Rob Buchanan speak to media

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22 Mar 03:13 AM

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'Stop, truck one, stop!': Transcript released of New York plane collision
World

'Stop, truck one, stop!': Transcript released of New York plane collision

Traffic controller cleared a truck to cross the runway and then urgently told it to halt.

23 Mar 06:27 PM
Ex-model questioned in France over scout with Epstein links
World

Ex-model questioned in France over scout with Epstein links

It marked a key new step in the Paris public prosecutor’s probe into the Epstein network.

23 Mar 06:09 PM
Four Jewish-run ambulances targeted in London arson attack
World

Four Jewish-run ambulances targeted in London arson attack

The burnt-out wrecks of four volunteer ambulances, run by a Jewish organisation, were set on fire in an arson attack next to a north London synagogue.

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23 Mar 06:07 PM
Joe Kent says he wants Trump to hear MAGA opposition to Iran war
World

Joe Kent says he wants Trump to hear MAGA opposition to Iran war

'That would be a disaster,' Kent said of US troops potentially deploying on Kharg Island.

23 Mar 06:00 PM
Watch: Four Jewish-run ambulances targeted in London firebomb attack
World

Watch: Four Jewish-run ambulances targeted in London firebomb attack

An Iran-linked Shi'ite group has posted a video online claiming the arson.

23 Mar 05:48 PM
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Price jumps at US petrol pumps as war hits home
World

Price jumps at US petrol pumps as war hits home

New York Times: Some drivers are filling up as a hedge against future higher prices.

23 Mar 05:00 PM
Trump calls off Iran power plant strikes after 'very good' talks, which Iran denies
World

Trump calls off Iran power plant strikes after 'very good' talks, which Iran denies

Trump says he ordered a five-day pause on strikes while secret talks continue.

23 Mar 04:59 PM
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How Iran could cripple the Gulf with retaliatory strikes

23 Mar 04:30 PM
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Choke point: The Strait of Hormuz was supposed to be too big to fail

23 Mar 04:00 PM
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Plane and ground vehicle collide at airport

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23 Mar 05:50 AM
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Two dead, flights halted after plane and vehicle collide on runway at NYC's LaGuardia Airport

23 Mar 05:40 AM
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Russia spies floated idea of fake Orban assassination attempt

23 Mar 05:08 AM
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Could NZ be dragged into a war over the Strait of Hormuz?

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23 Mar 03:55 AM
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Luxon says 'no discussion' on NZ helping break Strait of Hormuz blockage

23 Mar 03:51 AM
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Israel’s missile defence under scrutiny after Iranian attack

23 Mar 03:00 AM

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