Lebanon ceasefire holds despite fresh cross-border attacks
Fighting continued in southern Lebanon despite Israel and Hezbollah agreeing to a US-backed partial ceasefire aimed at reducing tensions in the region. While both sides...
Three firms selected for Marsden Point rail link design competition
The Government has moved a step closer to advancing the proposed Marsden Point Rail Link, with KiwiRail identifying three infrastructure companies to compete in...
Hamilton chase ends with arrest after dangerous drive from Auckland
One person is in custody after Hamilton Police responded to an alert to be on the lookout for a speeding vehicle from Auckland. "The vehicle...
Police seek witnesses after pedestrian struck during Balclutha street disorder incident
Police investigating after a person was struck by a vehicle in Balclutha last month are appealing to the public for information. On Sunday 17 May,...
Homicide investigation launched after Opononi woman’s death
Northland Police have commenced a homicide investigation, following an Opononi woman’s death over the weekend. The investigation is in its early stages, with a 26-year-old...
Heartland and TSB plan merger
Heartland Bank and TSB have announced plans to merge, creating a larger New Zealand-owned banking group aimed at strengthening competition with the country's major...
Iran halts talks with US
Tehran has also reportedly ordered the Strait of Hormuz to be blocked over the ongoing Israeli offensive in Lebanon. Iran has halted negotiations with the...
NZ bans three Israeli settlers
New Zealand has imposed travel bans on three Israeli settlers accused of involvement in violence and the expansion of illegal settlements in the occupied...
Iran retaliates after US strikes
Tehran says it targeted a American-linked air base in the region after Washington hit sites in southern Iran following a drone incident. The Iranian Islamic...
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Asylum seekers living it up at historic UK hotel (Video)
Taxpayer-funded luxury accommodations for migrants have faced scrutiny and protests. Britain’s use of hotels to accommodate asylum seekers has come...
‘You’re f***ing crazy!’ Trump yelled at Netanyahu for derailing Iran talks – Axios
Tehran has warned it could resume direct confrontation if Israel continues its campaign in Lebanon. US President Donald Trump has...
Body found of nuclear lab worker linked to probe into string of mysterious disappearances
The remains of Melissa Casias, a missing employee of Los Alamos National Laboratory, have been discovered in a remote...
Three Ebola jabs in development
Three separate jab candidates are being developed to target the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, which has been linked by...
Myanmar pledges its territory won’t be used against India
President Min Aung Hlaing met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on his first foreign tour Published 1...
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Hawaii rescue plan emerges for Moana Pasifika
A consortium led by a Los Angeles-based tech multimillionaire of Pasifika heritage is exploring...
