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Melbourne community grieves after teens die

Melbourne community grieves after teens' suspected methanol poisoning deaths

A grieving Melbourne community will turn their suburb blue and yellow in memory of two teens who died from suspected methanol poisoning while on holiday in Laos.

War crimes arrest warrant issued for Netanyahu

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (right) and former defence minister Yoav Gallant. Photo...

War crimes arrest warrant issued for Netanyahu

The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and his former defence chief, as well as a Hamas leader, for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity in the Gaza conflict.

Russia uses new weapon in Ukraine, warns West of escalation

Firefighters douse flames at the site of a Russian missile strike in Dnipro. Photo: Press service...

Russia uses new weapon in Ukraine, warns West of escalation

President Vladimir Putin says the Ukraine war is escalating towards a global conflict after the US and Britain allowed Ukraine to hit Russia with their weapons, and warned the West that Moscow could strike back.

Brazil police accuse Bolsonaro of 2022 coup plot

Former Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro during a rally on Brazilian Independence Day in September...

Brazil police accuse Bolsonaro of 2022 coup plot

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro plotted a coup to overturn the 2022 election, federal police said in a formal accusation filed with the country's Supreme Court.

Gaetz withdraws attorney general nomination

Matt Gaetz has been a prominent supporter of Donald Trump. Photo: Reuters

Gaetz withdraws attorney general nomination

Hardline Republican Matt Gaetz has withdrawn his name from consideration as President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general.

Kiwi may be among victims of Laos methanol poisoning

Australian teenager Bianca Jones died in hospital in Thailand. Photo: Facebook

Kiwi may be among victims of Laos methanol poisoning

A New Zealander who is unwell may be a victim of methanol poisoning in Laos, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade says.

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Putin’s nuclear threat just ‘sabre-rattling’

A Ukrainian Armed Forces 24th Mechanised Brigade serviceman fires a "Hyacinth-s" self-propelled...

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Putin’s nuclear threat just ‘sabre-rattling’

Some may be considering building nuclear fallout shelters in their backyards after Russian President Vladimir Putin lowered the threshold for launching nuclear weapons this week.

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South Korea as Ukraine’s saviour?

Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un shake hands. PHOTO: GETTY...

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South Korea as Ukraine’s saviour?

The consensus assumption is still that Donald Trump will force Ukraine to yield to Russia as soon as he takes office on January 20.

Hong Kong democratic campaigners to be sentenced

Supporters hold up placards among people queuing up at the West Kowloon Magistrates' Courts for...

Hong Kong democratic campaigners to be sentenced

A Hong Kong court will this week sentence 45 democratic campaigners in a major national security trial.

Broadcaster Alan Jones charged with multiple sexual offences

Veteran Australian broadcaster, rugby coach and political figure Alan Jones in 2021. Photo: Getty...

Broadcaster Alan Jones charged with multiple sexual offences

Veteran broadcaster Alan Jones has spent his first night on bail after being charged with two dozen offences ahead of a court appearance next month.

Kremlin says Biden missile decision on Ukraine is reckless

The US has reportedly given Ukraine the green light to fire Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS)...

Kremlin says Biden missile decision on Ukraine is reckless

The Kremlin says Russia would respond to what it called a reckless decision by Joe Biden's administration to allow Ukraine to fire American missiles deep into Russia, which it said would...

Speaker wants ethics report into Trump pick Gaetz secret

President-elect Donald Trump's pick for attorney general, Matt Gaetz, has been embroiled in...

Speaker wants ethics report into Trump pick Gaetz secret

Mike Johnson says a congressional ethics panel should not release a report examining allegations of sexual misconduct against Matt Gaetz, Donald Trump's choice for US attorney general.

'Chart your fart': Aussies asked to log gas for science

The Banking Association has asked for an explanation, given that sending text links to bank...

'Chart your fart': Aussies asked to log gas for science

Smelly, thunderous, lingering or silent, Australians are being asked to log their farts for science.

Trump names RFK Jr to health post

Robert F Kennedy Jr has frequently talked about tackling conditions including obesity, diabetes...

Trump names RFK Jr to health post

President-elect Donald Trump has selected Robert F Kennedy Jr, an environmental activist who has spread misinformation on vaccines, to lead the top health agency in the US.

King Charles to open food hubs on birthday

King Charles to open food hubs on birthday

Britain's King Charles will celebrate his 76th birthday overnight (NZ time) by opening two food distribution hubs.

Republicans set to take total control of Congress

Donald Trump speaks as he meets House Republicans on Capitol Hill in Washington. Photo: Reuters

Republicans set to take total control of Congress

President-elect Donald Trump's Republican Party is set to control both houses of Congress when he takes office in January, enabling him to push an agenda of slashing taxes and shrinking the federal government.

Air NZ cancels flights to Bali over volcanic ash

Air NZ and Qantas are among several airlines that have cancelled flights to and from Bali due to volcanic ash blanketing flight paths.

Australia-Indonesia flights disrupted by volcano

Australians travelling to and from Bali face continued delays after a volcanic eruption near the Indonesian holiday spot created a dangerous ash cloud.

Killing of Elvis impersonator shocks NSW town

A regional New South Wales town has been devastated by the alleged murder of a beloved Elvis impersonator.

Trump announces Elon Musk's government role

Donald Trump (L) and Elon Musk appear at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania last month....

Trump announces Elon Musk's government role

US President-elect Donald Trump has named Elon Musk to a role aimed at creating a more efficient government, handing even more influence to the world's richest man.

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