Girls star and writer Lena Dunham announces she is a mother
The Girls star and writer, who has written plenty about her own fertility and endometriosis struggles, has welcomed a…
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Fiji declares HIV emergency as epidemic grows
One in every 60 adults in Fiji is now living with HIV.
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All the winners from the 2026 Emmys
Which of the acclaimed shows will take home the TV industry's top honours?
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Explainer: Why is everyone talking about AI and the end of the world?
Debate about safety and dangers is reaching a fever pitch. What exactly is going on?
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Iran-US 'probably unlikely' to return to full hostilities - MFAT
A flare-up in tensions could yet affect NZ’s fuel stocks, the ministry says, but Iran and the US both have good reasons…
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'We could have saved more': Vanuatu MP criticises 30-hour search delay after ferry sinking
More than 30 people still missing and one body found, Vanuatu’s government says
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Why officials are 'reasonably confident' of avoiding fuel supply shocks
MBIE’s Iain Cossar explains why that’s the case, given the country is "probably one of the most exposed to a Hormuz…
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Trump welcomed to Ireland with trash-covered double
Donald Trump's satirical double has beaten him to Dublin, as Ireland prepares to welcome the US president.
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Political aftershock of 9/11 still being felt 25 years later - Helen Clark
The then-NZ prime minister sees alarming similarities between the subsequent war against Iraq and recent moves against…
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Explainer: How the 9/11 attacks changed New Zealand
Explainer - Twenty-five years ago, thousands of Americans died in attacks that kicked off a new era of war, conflict…
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Explainer: How 9/11 changed how we fly in New Zealand forever
The 2001 terror attacks in the US changed travel for the entire world. But the biggest change may be in our heads, a…
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Oil prices could reach $US120 - analysts
It could see petrol prices rise again in New Zealand, Westpac's chief economist says.
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Donald Trump claims he was pulled from Ground Zero after 9/11 attack. But was he?
The US President says he was carried away by firefighters amid fears of an imminent building collapse at some point…
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'Creepy' Elizabeth Holmes documentary leaves reviewers stunned
Nathan Fielder's surprise new film about the disgraced startup founder has got people talking thanks to one "scary"…
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NZ sitting below group of world-leaders when it comes to reading, science and maths
A major international test has ranked New Zealand teens ninth in the world for reading, 10th-equal for science, and…
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'Incredibly convoluted': UK dual national slams emergency passport process
Since February, the UK has required its citizens to travel on a British passport to travel there.
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New Zealand troops to continue to train Ukrainian soldiers
Up to 70 Defence Force personnel will be deployed in Europe until June 2028 as part of Operation Tīeke.
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Mary Beard: 'Slavery, misogyny ... the ancient world has got some pretty nasty stuff'
Renowned British classicist Mary Beard says we can all still learn from antiquity, but warns against excessive…
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Australian man charged over 'offensive' calls to overseas MPs' offices from NZ
The 42-year-old man was arrested after allegedly contacting multiple electoral offices in Australia while he was in NZ.
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South Africa rugby flyover controversy: How the Springboks' stadium tradition began
A spectacular Springbok tradition has come under scrutiny after a low-flying jet sparked safety concerns - so when did…
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Pacific Islands Forum winds up by rebuking China nuclear test
The members, apart from Nauru, called on all states undertaking testing of intercontinental ballistic missiles to be…
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Australia marks Flag Day by flying New Zealand's flag
It's not uncommon to see the NZ and Australian flags mixed up at events in other countries, but it seems Aussies have…
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Gloria Steinem's most repeated quotes - and the ones she never penned
Gloria Steinem was a trailblazing figure in women's liberation with words and impact that echoed across the globe.
Read at source →Pacific Islands Forum winds up by condemning China nuclear test
The members, apart from Nauru, called on all states undertaking testing of intercontinental ballistic missiles to be…
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New Zealand pilgrims narrowly escaped Nepal flash flood
Eight Kiwis were among a group whose tour operator decided to cross the border a earlier.
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Canadian cop starts role in NZ to aid fight against meth, cocaine suppliers
Scott Barlow says he's "a conduit" between agencies in both countries as they try and stem the flow of illicit drugs to…
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The Pacific Islands Forum contains so much flexing, it's a geopolitical workout
"If you’re hosting a party with 18 very important people coming and 1/3 don’t turn up, you’ve got to be concerned."
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Global warming will inevitably overshoot 1.5°C Paris Agreement target - UN report
A UN report says the world must keep the 'overshoot' as small as possible to limit irreversible damage.
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Australian police search for Below Deck star
Nathan Gallagher failed to show up to court and police think he has fled the country.
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Christopher Luxon denies Pacific Islands Forum's clout weakened by five leaders' absence
The prime minister is instead talking up his confidence in turning the group into a centralising force for the region.
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Duane 'Keffe D' Davis found guilty of orchestrating Tupac's murder
The jury deliberated for three hours following a nine-day trial in Las Vegas.
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John Galliano 2027 Met Gala cancelled amid outrage
Weeks ago, the Metropolitan Museum announced controversial British designer John Galliano as the theme for its 2027 Met…
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What we know so far about the New Zealanders missing after Nepal flood
Dejan Kuzmic's flatmate says he was "always cheerful" and "wanted to make everyone smile and laugh".
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Nepal floods: Save the Children reunites 69 children with their families
Save the Children is distributing water and food, providing temporary shelter and administering medical care in the…
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South Africa Rugby says travel agencies to blame for fans missing out on tickets
South Africa have levelled the four-match series 1-1 by beating the All Blacks 33-26 in Cape Town.
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Watch: Jets stage very low stadium flyover ahead of All Blacks-Springboks match
In footage shared on social media, two jets were seen flying close over DHL Stadium.
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