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White House fires officials after US president meets with far-right activist Laura Loomer
The White House has fired multiple administration officials, including at least three National Security Council staffers, three sources familiar with the move told CNN.
YouTuber arrested after risky attempt to meet hostile, uncontacted tribe
American Mykhailo Viktorovych Polyakov tried to sneak in a restricted territory carrying a can of Diet Coke .
Andrew Tate sued by ex-girlfriend, who seeks restraining order
Controversial influencer Andrew Tate has been accused of sexual assault and battery by his ex-girlfriend as she seeks a temporary restraining order.
Top vaccine official forced out of US FDA
The public health leader, who was a significant figure during the Covid-19 pandemic, was given the choice to resign or be fired.
Rocket Lab nets major Pentagon contract
Rocket Lab, which launches from Hawke's Bay and the US, has won into a significant Pentagon contract, which includes billions to spread around.
US security blunder prompts questions for NZ on intel sharing
Analysis - Can New Zealand and other Five Eyes members trust the US any longer, after top Trump officials accidentally shared military plans on a messaging app that included a journalist? Audio
Could the Trump factor save UK PM Keir Starmer's popularity?
Analysis - UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer was struggling in the polls, then he met Donald Trump.
Hawaiian Airlines flight returns to Auckland after mechanical fault
Faulty landing gear has forced a Hawaiian Airlines flight to turn back to Auckland Airport.
New Zealand magic act fools Penn & Teller
Wellington-based trio Laser Kiwi have managed to impress two of the biggest names in magic. Video, Audio
The art of tiptoeing around Donald Trump
Former New Zealand ambassador to the US Tim Groser explains the tightrope walk of pleasing the US president.
Tornadoes strike US: 14 killed, more than 500 homes destroyed
At least 14 people have been killed after 26 tornadoes hit the United States Midwest and Southeast in the night, raking a path of destruction.
US report considers possibility of Australia nuclear submarine accident
A report to the US Congress discusses the possibility of an accident with a nuclear-powered submarine if it supplies one to Australia.
Breakers player and coach Kevin Braswell dies at 46
The former point guard, who helped the team win the 2011 NBL titled, died in Japan.
LA Mayor fires LA Fire Chief, citing response to wildfires
The mayor cited two specific reasons for Kristin Crowley's removal - firefighters were off-duty the morning of the fires and Crowley did not co-operate with part of the investigation.
'You can't take our country': Canadian PM hits out after ice hockey win over USA
Canada has beaten fierce rivals the United States 3-2 in overtime to win a riveting 4 Nations Face-Off final in Boston and close out an ice hockey tournament high on political tension.
It feels like there's been more plane crashes: Here's the truth
Analysis - Dramatic images of several prominent aircraft crashes in the US might make it seem like the skies are becoming more dangerous - but a look at the statistics suggests the skies are about as…
Pensioners ask: Why can't I get US Social Security and NZ Super?
Pensioners who have moved from the United States say they are getting a raw deal when it comes to NZ Superannuation.
US could send troops to Ukraine if Russia doesn't seek peace - Vance
US Vice President JD Vance has warned that the United States could send troops to Ukraine and hit Russia with further sanctions if Vladimir Putin doesn't negotiate a peace deal...
Trump says 'all hell' will break out if Hamas does not meet hostage release deadline
United States President Donald Trump has urged Israel to cancel its ceasefire deal with Hamas and "let all hell break out" if Hamas does not return hostages still being held in Gaza by noon on…
Alaska authorities search for missing passenger plane
Authorities are searching for a passenger plane with 10 people on board that was reported missing while en route from Unalakleet to Nome, Alaska's Department of Public Safety says.