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by September 14, 2023

The Brits who shame us around the world: Global tourist hotspots where law-breaking UK nationals end up in jail - and the criminal activities they get up to from drug smuggling to nightclub brawls

Brits Abroad has long been shorthand for chaos, from nightclub beatdowns and brawls over sun loungers to rape and murder charges at tourist hotspots around the world.

Watch: Kiwis win two Commonwealth Games silver medals in pool

New Zealand is off the mark after bagging two medals in the space of minutes in Glasgow.

Once-in-a-decade 'painted lady summer' sees huge numbers of migratory butterflies arrive in the UK

Wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation is urging members of the public to count the painted ladies they see as part of its annual Big Butterfly Count.

The rich will keep getting richer: 300 wealthiest people in the world are more than £300 billion better off than this time last year, and Bill Gates is back on top

The world's richest people grew even richer in 2013, adding $524 billion to their collective net worth, with Bill Gates adding $15.8billion to his net worth.

Things to do in Auckland this weekend: Football, food, festivals and more

There is no excuse for saying there is nothing to do this weekend.

Windfall for Dragons' Den star as Perfectil maker Vitabiotics sold to US predator Bain for £900m

British firm Vitabiotics, which also owns brands including Pregnacare and Wellwoman, has been acquired by US private equity firm Bain Capital for around £900m.

Man, 57, 'had sex with girl, 14, and gave her a cellphone so he could send her explicit texts'

Francisco Alcala, from Indianapolis, was arrested after the teen's father quizzed his daughter about the cell phone, which she said the man had given to her.

Firefighters battle house fire in Lower Hutt

Multiple fire crews, an aerial appliance and specialist command unit have responded to a house fire in Lower Hutt on Friday evening.

ASB now lets you choose your hold music. What would you pick?

Tell us about your favourite hold music and the stuff you hate to hear too.

Girlfriend Tiniko Thompson arrested after chilling note is found next to police officer's body

Tiniko Thompson, 46, is alleged to have killed her boyfriend Carl Patrick, 53, a Miami police officer in his Pembroke Pines, Miami Florida home on May 9.

Ryan Fox wins Open Championship: How life will change for golf’s newest major champion

While NZ will always be home, Fox says his Open win gives his family stability in the US.

Two years until 'one of most majestic sights' in Dunedin

The region has marked exactly two years until a total solar eclipse, when the moon's shadow will pass directly over parts of Otago.

Fijian national recaptured, high-risk NZ citizen still at large - Tonga Police

Liuaki Kokohu VI, a 35-year-old New Zealand citizen of Tongan descent, who is considered a high-risk escapee due to his criminal history, remains on the run.

The village of wives who killed HUNDREDS of husbands: After years of horrific beatings and abuse, one woman had had enough... and led a terrifying, murderous spate of revenge

From 1911 to 1929, dozens of women across Nagyrev and the Tiszazug region turned to homemade arsenic poison to get rid of husbands, parents, lovers, and even children.

An unprecedented attack: 24 ways this Government has targeted Māori

From health to language, the Coalition Government has spent three years putting Māori “back in our place”.

Low North Carolina bridge destroys a truck a month¿and there¿s nothing to stop it, says Department of Transportation

North Carolina man Jurgen Henn, who works in a nearby retail complex, said he heard so many crunches and metal grinding crashed over the years.

Kua wharehereherea te ‘boss’ o mua o ACT - engari kei te pakaru tonu te pūnaha huna ingoa

I whawhai a Tim Jago mō ngā tau maha ki te huna i ā ia hara māmohe. Ko tōna take e whakaatu ana i te pūnaha ture hē e paiheretia ai te hunga whai rawa.

The incredible true story of the Liquid Bomb Plot: How Britain foiled terror attack more deadly than 9/11 as Islamic fanatics tried to smuggle explosives disguised as soft drinks on planes

British-born Islamic fanatics wanted to smuggle liquid explosives disguised as soft drinks on board planes bound for the US and Canada and destroy them in the sky.

NZ rejects US claims of 'forced labour', as tariffs hiked

"They're looking for any way to put a tariff rate back on," the trade minister said, adding that Trump was "going to do" what he was going to do.

‘I’m not sure how I hit the putt’: Fox’s incredible finish for his first major title

Ryan Fox has birdied the final hole to win the British Open in the biggest positional comeback in major history.

Kiwi's experiment shows need for new UK passport 'pointless'

UK Home Office figures show overseas passport applications almost tripled to more than 300,000 in the first quarter of 2026.

135 bungee jumpers take leap at the same time in world record attempt

A video posted on You Tube shows the group of unnamed thrillseekers, who are all harnessed together with bungee cords, jumping from the bridge at the same time.

Lewis Clareburt celebrates in and out of Commonwealth Games pool

Meeting his baby nephew for the first time has made winning a Commonwealth Games silver medal even sweeter for Lewis Clareburt.

Gordon Ramsay left deflated as his rare £1.6million Ferrari LaFerrari Aperta is towed away after tyre puncture in Cornwall

The celebrity chef was spotted driving his rare Ferrari around Porth, close to where he owns multiple homes in Cornwall, on Tuesday night.

'It went on and on': Strong 5.9 earthquake jolts North Island

The quake hit at 4.51am on Saturday and was centred 5km south-west of Taumarunui at a depth of 10km.

Killer driver who mowed down 15-year-old in 40mph 'unlawful act of retribution' as he rode stolen e-bike is jailed for life

Terrence King, 60, ploughed into Devon who suffered catastrophic injuries and died at the scene of the crash in Langley, Middleton on July 22, last year.

Australia Day 2012: Fireworks and lightning combine to light up Perth's skies

An estimated 250,000 people turned out to watch the 28th annual Australia Day fireworks display in the western Australian city, despite fears weather conditions could disrupt the event.

David Liti and Moira de Villiers to lead NZ team at opening ceremony

Weightlifter David Liti has been chosen as Pou Hāpai - Tāne and will carry the New Zealand flag in Glasgow.

People who have come back from the dead... and what they say is waiting for us on the other side

Across cultures, centuries, and belief systems, stories of death experiences have stirred fascination, fear, and faith in equal measure.

What really happened when Vietnam vet 'shot dead' traveller builder at his home in the US: TOM LEONARD reveals tensions before shooting and how victim was part of 'conman fraud group' now being targeted by the FBI

George Barr's Philadelphia home remains only half-finished, a stark testament to the sudden and calamitous breakdown of relations between the owner and his builder.

Demi Moore's taut face at 63 steals the spotlight from KATSEYE as she stars in first new music video in 30 YEARS

Demi Moore has made a surprise cameo in the new KATSEYE music video. The actress, 63, stars in the raunchy video for the global girl group's brand new single Animal.

Putin's new 'super weapons' that could obliterate the West in seconds: How Kremlin can trigger Armageddon at the flick of a switch with 'Flying Chernobyl', tsunami torpedo and space nuke

Deep inside Russia 's military machine, the tyrant is quietly assembling an arsenal designed not to win a war in Europe, but to decimate whole nations at the push of a button.

The mystery disappearance of Ben Needham: Unanswered questions 35 years later on how British toddler vanished without a trace on Greek island

Ben Needham vanished from the Greek island of Kos 35 years ago in one of Britain's most curious missing person cases. The toddler was playing near his grandparents when suddenly it went quiet.

Sugar isn’t always bad for you. Here are the healthy ways to get a sweet fix

From fructose to glucose, the type of sugar we’re consuming and how it’s incorporated into our food makes a significant difference

D4vd's lawyers ask why more DNA testing wasn't done on chain saws, car in teen girl's killing

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Lawyers for D4vd began showing glimpses into their defense strategy Thursday, pressing police on why they didn't conduct more DNA testing on items found in the singer's home and in his car that authorities said were used in the killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez.

King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at the Commonwealth Games in a TARDIS - before watching touching opening ceremony from thrones next to new PM Andy Burnham

King Charles and Queen Camilla made a dramatic entrance at the OVO Hydro Arena in a TARDIS ahead of the Commonwealth Games' opening ceremony.

Eating eggs linked to dangerous heart condition that triggers stroke, new study suggests

Researchers have found a link between a compound found in the bloodstream that's released after eating a number of everyday foods, including egg yolks and beef steak, and atrial fibrillation.

I once thought Kemi was a Tory stop-gap. But I now believe she will be our next Prime Minister: ROSS CLARK

I have to admit that when Kemi Badenoch was elected Conservative leader in November 2024 I thought of the word 'stopgap', writes ROSS CLARK.

Police Sergeant Lyn Fleming's husband confronts killer as life sentence handed down

The Police Sergeant's family gave powerful statements, saying while he took her life, she will never be forgotten.

NZ First candidate makes ‘sexist’ claim MP was ‘lazy’ for taking parental leave

Nash claims National’s Napier MP Katie Nimon “took 9 months off on full pay, went back for a week, then took another month off. Laziest MP I’ve ever come across.”

Four men in their 20s killed in 2am car crash after smashing into lamppost - with fifth passenger rushed to hospital and 11 roads forced to shut in huge emergency response

The tragic incident happened at just before 2am when the black Seat Cupra came off the road and collided with a lamppost in the Huyton area of Merseyside.

Wellington under severe thunderstorm warning

MetService expects the thunderstorms to be accompanied by torrential rain.

Inside horrifying paedophile sect run by one-eyed Nazi colonel in German-style Chilean village where children were tortured and abused... and which is now a tourist hotspot

Once known as Colonia Dignidad, it used to be a secretive paedophile sect established by a one-eyed Nazi in Parral, south of the capital Santiago after he fled Germany .

Mystery over death of IT expert found by gardener 20 years after vanishing - as family are left with 'more questions than answers'

Russell Scozzi's skeletal remains were accidentally discovered by a gardener clearing out overgrown bushes behind his house in Mumbles, Swansea.

Hurricane Sandy miracle: Couple survive superstorm to welcome a baby boy

Though only 35 weeks pregnant, Christine Schleppy, 34, began having contractions at her home in Skillman, New Jersey just residents were warned to seek shelter and stay indoors.

Son of man allegedly murdered by US hitman, on the run in Tonga

Kokohu Vi escaped from custody at the Central Police Station in Nuku'alofa on Sunday.

A round-up of Stuart Nash's political career following his short-lived comeback

RNZ takes a look at a timeline of Stuart Nash's controversial political moments.

My snakes are so charming - I could cuddle them all day! Man wraps himself in Burmese Pythons

A Filipino man gets himself a little tied up as he plays with Albino Burmese Pythons, some of the largest pythons in the world.

Chasing the perfect sleep score? It could be keeping you awake

The strange, and sometimes futile, world of sleep tracking.

His doctor’s prescription for his unbearable pain seemed absurd. It worked

Washington Post: How an exercise plan helped Gregory Maassen beat chronic pain.

Indian man miraculously survives being pierced in chest with 6-foot IRON ROD after car tyre bursts

Hardeep Singh, 42, was impaled by the six-foot long, four-inch thick rod, but was taken to hospital and incredibly survived a near five-hour operation to remove the rod which left a huge hole in his chest.

Jon Bon Jovi abruptly cuts concert short in New York due to sinus infection

'Don’t throw away your ticket stubs, I’m gonna figure something out, OK?'

NZ rejects US claims of 'forced labour', as tariffs hiked

"They're looking for any way to put a tariff rate back on," the trade minister said, adding that Trump was "going to do" what he was going to do.

Scientists behind Armageddon flu virus suspend their research because it 'could put world at risk of catastrophic pandemic'

Researchers studying a potentially more lethal, airborne version of bird flu have suspended their studies because of concerns the mutant virus they have created could be used as a devastating form of bioterrorism or accidentally escape the lab.

Ultra-Orthodox grandmother gives birth to her 20TH child

The unnamed 42-year-old grandmother was rushed to Hadassah Hospital Ein Kerem in Jerusalem after going into labour on Wednesday.

Oprah Winfrey reveals real name, says she didn’t find out it was changed for years

Her name was changed when she was a child as 'nobody knew how to spell it'.

The surprising reason Trump has hit NZ with fresh 12.5% tariffs

The US president has confirmed plans to impose double digit tariffs on 60 countries - including NZ – after an investigation into goods allegedly made with forced labour.

The European airports where Brits are facing hours-long queues - as EU border check changes hit summer holiday getaway

Brits heading for their summer holidays are facing increasingly lengthy airport delays at a series of Europe's top tourism hot-spots - with experts pointing to some of the worst offending terminals.

Man who shot his wife to death in front of their children in a crowded park found dead after Florida manhunt

Julian Paris, 54, was wanted by police after he callously shot his wife dead at a crowded park in Orlando in broad daylight in front of their three children.

'Severe' magnitude 5.9 quake hits North Island

The quake was reportedly felt across much of the North Island, including Auckland, and the top of the South.

The hunter becomes the hunted: 'Dead' bear shot with a rifle springs up and attacks its would-be killer

Alex Machavo, of Medford, Oregon, was attacked by the injured animal near Shady Cove on Thursday. According to Andrea Carlson, a local sheriff's spokeswoman, the hunter and his wounded target rolled down a 50-ft embankment with the bear biting 22-year-old Machavo all the way down.

The photos that reveal the end of Cat Deeley and Patrick Kielty's dream: With their marriage in ruins, insiders reveal the new setback that's left them heartbroken

When Cat Deeley and Patrick Kielty bought their £5 million 'doer upper' as part of their homecoming project, they dreamt that it would be their perfect, forever home...

Universities feel out of favour over 'shambolic' teacher training funding

Government funding for in-school teacher training heavily favoured a newcomer to teacher education that was headed at the time by the chair of the Teaching Council.

Kim Jong-un's wife Ri Sol-ju makes first appearance after two months of home detention

The young wife of North Korea's leader has made her first public appearance in two months, bringing to an end what might have been a period of 'home detention' for being too carefree.

AN WILSON: Burnham should ask his mum what life was really like in the 70s - before his mad experiment ends in riots and bankruptcy

On Monday, our new Prime Minister stood on the steps of Downing Street and declared: 'In the 1980s, Britain took some wrong turns.

Where's the boat? Millions owed and assets reported stolen in major firm’s collapse

Directors Fred Witton and Ross Troughton have, according to receivers, provided “no satisfactory response” about the missing vessel - a one-of-one model in NZ.

The girl who gave birth aged FIVE: Incredible mystery of the child who became the world's youngest ever mother

More than 85 years on, the story of Lina Marcela Medina remains one of the world's greatest mysteries. To this day, the identity of the man who impregnated her remains unknown.

The big All Blacks questions ahead of Monday’s squad naming for South African tour

Six key questions before Dave Rennie names his 44-man squad to tour South Africa.

Hydrogen-powered steelmaking start-up CullBeck raises funds at $60m valuation, signs ‘$1b’ anchor customer

But there's a 'grey hydrogen' catch.

Silver Ferns pair cleared for Commonwealth Games

Catherine Hall and Kimiora Poi's availability was subject to a medical assessment when the squad for Glasgow was announced last month.

Respected public servant Dame Helene Quilter dies

Dame Helene was honoured for her work in the public service over 45 years.

Celebrity amateur cooks ranked by pros: From Brooklyn Beckham and Meghan Markle to Vogue Williams and Millie Mackintosh, chefs deliver their verdicts on 'gifted' stars... and those who should hang up their aprons

In a world where every recipe can be carefully curated for the internet to judge, who really knows their way around a kitchen, and which celebrities should hang up the apron? Two chefs weigh in...

'We will not wait!': Ryanair boss refuses to delay flights for passengers stuck in Europe border queues

Michael O'Leary makes clear that passengers caught in lengthy EES queues should not expect flights to be held back this summer.

Vogue Williams is horrified as best friend Joanne McNally reveals she's booked in for a free hair transplant

Vogue Williams is left horrified as her best friend Joanne McNally revealed she has booked herself in for a free hair transplant. 

Cloud outage blamed for short disruption of major websites

A widespread outage impacted dozens of websites on Friday morning, including Apple Pay, Reddit and Hulu.

How Iran's ruthless enforcers use rape to crush dissent: Brutal sex attacks on victims as young as 12 used to strike fear into protesters, rights groups reveal amid fury over sickening nurse gang rape

Known for their brutality, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) slaughtered thousands of protesters who dared to take to the streets in anti-government protests in January.

Five police officers are injured as armed patrol boat crashes in the Thames near Westminster Bridge while responding to reports of a person in the water

Five police officers have been injured after a number had to be recovered from the Thames when their boat hit Westminster Bridge. 

British father, 29, trapped in ICE detention says he was 'treated like a murderer' after being dragged away from American wife and twins

Connor Read, originally from Chatham, Kent, has lived in Florida since he was nine years old but now the Department of Homeland Security is attempting to deport him.

Why your siblings remember childhood so differently to you

Parenting columnist Carolyn Taylor reflects on how two people raised in the same home can carry entirely different versions of the same family history.

Jails will 'run out of space in November', review chief warns - as Andy Burnham pauses early release scheme amid furore over PC Andrew Harper's killers

Sir David Gauke, the ex-Tory justice secretary who headed a review into sentencing, said prisons were 'on course to run out of capacity in November' unless the early release scheme remains.

ROBERT HARDMAN: Education Secretary whose 'poor little me' back story is as risible as her grammar

Given that Andy Burnham is now leading Britain's political elite up the M6 to start business at ' Number 10 North', we might soon hear talk of a new 'Didsbury Set'.

Former tertiary education staff pleads not guilty to sexual violence charges

He faces four charges - assault, indecent assault, and two counts of sexual violation.

Commonwealth Games: Erika Fairweather wins NZ's first medal of the 2026 Games, silver in the women's 400m freestyle

New Zealand struck twice in 10 minutes on the opening night of swimming, Erika Fairweather and Lewis Clareburt both claiming silver to kick-start the country's medal campaign.

Weekender quiz: Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House on the Prairie book was set in which US state?

Stuff weekender quiz: July 25, 2026

No bridge too far for man behind new Aoraki Mt Cook bridge

Bridge designer and builder Dan Crocker says creating the country's longest suspension bridge involved unique challenges.

I spent thousands trying to keep up with my rich friends and their very expensive luxury holidays. This is how the 'wealth gap' can impact friendships and lives - and what YOU should do if you're in the same trap

In the previous year or so I'd already been on two glamorous overseas weddings with different groups of friends who had vastly different incomes to me. How, I wondered, was I going to afford this one?

Dr Paul Wood went to prison for murder. Now he wants to teach you to be a better person

How a murderer became one of NZ’s most sought-after motivational voices.

Tourist is seriously injured with 'extensive blood loss' after 'deep bite' while swimming in the Med off Italian holiday resort

A Swiss tourist has been left seriously injured after suffering a serious bite while swimming on a Mediterranean beach.

'Once again the system bends over backwards for a child killer': Fury of victims' families as Southport killer 'manipulates' his way out of prison and into Broadmoor

The 19-year-old was transferred to the secure psychiatric hospital from Belmarsh prison earlier this week after it was decided that he could not be managed safely in a prison environment.

Green Party determined to return to government benches, co-leader says

Ahead of the party's AGM, Marama Davidson says the Greens are committed "to getting rid of this government" and influencing the next one.

The loooooong countdown for Otago’s total solar eclipse

In exactly two years, the Moon will completely cover the Sun across Otago for nearly three minutes in what is expected to draw tens of thousands of visitors.

How concerned should we be about the new US tariffs?

Analysis - The US government is unlikely to budge on the new round of trade tariffs they have slapped on most imports from New Zealand, writes Corin Dann.

Millions of British holidaymakers facing nightmare at airports and Channel ports due to new EU checks

Millions of Britons looking to get away at the start of the school summer holidays are waiting for hours because of new European Union border checks.

Media Insider: Pauline Hanna inquest – copycat fears raised; Ikea apology after $10-off promo; Inside Stuff job losses meeting; NBR v IRD Rich List stand-off

Inside confidential Stuff meeting; NBR v IRD over Rich List; BSA's fate may be delayed.

Amal Clooney's diet and fitness regime revealed - and it's surprisingly simple if you don't mind seaweed soup for breakfast!

Amal is said to start her day with a bowl of Miyeokguk - a traditional Korean soup made with edible brown seaweed, sesame oil, and garlic.

Samsung releases ‘passport-sized’ foldable phone but it comes with a hefty price tag

The new foldables impress but will cost quite a few of the bills that fold in your wallet.

Tragic story behind one of the world's most iconic photos of vulture waiting for a starving child to die: How famed photographer killed himself after being tormented by guilt over shocking image

The shocking scene was captured in a picture titled The Vulture and the Little Girl - although the child was later revealed to be a young boy - by South African photographer Kevin Carter in 1993.

Broadway star Celeste Holm's longtime Manhattan home put on the market for $14million by estranged son following her death

Boasting spectacular views over the city, the duplex at 88 Central Park is where the star lived for more than half a century and died this July, aged 95. Dan Dunning, whose father was Holm's third husband, told the New York Times: 'She loved it because of the view of the park and the way she felt involvement with the seasons, just by looking through her windows.

Mixed results for Pacific bowlers as Glasgow Commonwealth Games opens

There were mix results for the Pacific contingents of the first day of competition as the 2026 Commonwealth Games got underway in Glasgow, Scotland, early on Friday morning.

Google releases three new AI models

New York Times: Its flagship Gemini 3.5 Pro remains delayed after a planned June release.

‘Amazing level of quality’ on show at regional best architecture awards night

The winners of the best architecture in the Waikato and Bay of Plenty have been announced at the 2026 Regional ADNZ Resene Architectural Design Awards.

How the sacking of two popular coaches at Britain's smartest tennis club has sparked uproar with allegations of racism and ageism

The Queen's Club in west London is one of the most exclusive private members' clubs in the world, with members including the Prince and Princess of Wales, High Grant and Elaine Paige.

British father, 29, trapped in ICE detention says he was 'treated like a murderer' after being dragged away from American wife and twins

Connor Read, originally from Chatham, Kent, has lived in Florida since he was nine years old but now the Department of Homeland Security is attempting to deport him.

Grammy-winning singer pleads guilty over ‘vicious’ London nightclub attack

Chris Brown hit a music producer on the head with a bottle in the 2023 brawl.

'Oozing pain': Plea for politicians to tackle hate speech

The Law Commission this week released the final report from its review on hate crime laws.

Angela Rayner 'earned more than £180,000 during year off from Government' before being recalled by new PM Andy Burnham

The highest-paying engagements included a £20,000 speech Ms Rayner gave for Deutsche Bank, which was followed by a £1,000 hotel room and a £250 dinner.

Police search home owned by well-known Wellington landlord Matthew Ryan

Eight of Matthew Ryan's companies were placed into interim receivership by the High Court it was revealed earlier this week.

Kiwi's experiment shows need for new UK passport 'pointless'

UK Home Office figures show overseas passport applications almost tripled to more than 300,000 in the first quarter of 2026.

Solo mum with twins spends more than 15 days a month battling crippling migraines

Imagine life where more days than not can be affected by a migraine. That’s the debilitating reality for Jessica Foulkes-Baker.

Furious father bites off six-year-old son's penis in China before spitting it out

GRAPHIC CONTENT WARNING: Witnesses in Shenzhen, in the Guangdong province of China, said the 32-year-old father was walking with his naked son and four-year-old daughter on the street when he launched the sickening attack.

Grocery worker who handed out samples of semen-tainted yoghurt gets two years in prison

Anthony Garcia admitted adding a sample of the bodily fluid to a sample of yoghurt while working at a grocery story in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Nash replacement named as mums in parliament unite against 'offensive' comment

Napier councillor Te Kira Lawrence has swept up the opening in the electorate.

SH1 reopens at Hunterville following serious crash

Three people had been injured, one seriously, in a single-vehicle crash.

How New Zealanders are cutting the cost of their insurances

Insurance had the largest increase of any item in the consumer price index since 2000, up 916 percent.

World’s longest distance airliner touches down in Australia after historic test flight

The Airbus A350-1000ULR is fitted with an additional 20,000 litre fuel tank, extending the range of the plane beyond 18,000km.

Battle lines drawn over proposed LNG facility

Port Taranaki has reassured nearby residents that initial assessments of a proposed LNG import terminal indicate it is unlikely "risk management zones" will impact on the community or popular nearby recreational areas.

The last words Neil Filipowicz heard from his nephew were 'I'm not leaving Daddy' . . . then hours later he was pulling their bodies out of the basement locked arm in arm after Sandy snatched them away

John Filipowicz, 51, and his son John, 20, were found still holding onto each other in their basement as they shielded themselves from the torrent which covered them in 12ft of water in seconds. Relatives said that the two had an 'incredible bond' and would never have been separated – in life or in death. John the elder stayed behind to watch over his house in Staten Island, New York, but his son refused to leave because he wanted to be by his side.

Cardinal George Pell denies bribing pedophile Gerald Ridsdale's nephew

Cardinal Pell released a statement denying he tried to bribe the nephew of pedophile priest Gerald Ridsdale when he told him on the phone in 1993 that he was abused as a child by his uncle.

Denza Bao 5 driven: Can China's new hybrid off-roader dethrone the Land Rover Defender?

There's a new Defender rival in town - and it's coming from China. The Denza Bao 5 has a huge, squared-off shape that looks like its been designed using an Etch A Sketch.

'Incredibly lucky': Climbers recall dramatic Mt Taranaki rescue after 300m fall

Injured climbers recovering after sliding into 'dangerous little gully' that doesn't get any sun in winter.

I've read 25 books this year, here are my 7 must-pack holiday books

There's not much better than a holiday read; your only concern being whether you can squeeze in another chapter before heading out for dinner.

Benidorm no longer safe for children, says British man who lives there - warning families against visiting Spanish holiday resort

Benidorm is famous for its bright lights, all-inclusive hotels, and bargain pints. But is it actually safe for children? One resident shares his take...

KEELEY HAWES on embracing tweakments at 50

Keeley Hawes, 50, star of Miss Austen and The Assassin, on embracing tweakments and her live-in make-up artist

Hurricane Sandy: Storm WAS more powerful than Hurricane Katrina

Researchers have found that Sandy's Integrated Kinetic Energy index, or IKE, which quantifies the power of a hurricane based on how far out tropical-storm force winds extend from the center, ranked second only to Hurricane Isabel in 2003.

The bloodthirsty terror tactics of Mexico's cartels: How ruthless drug gangs punish their enemies and spread fear from mass beheadings to CANNIBALISM - after nine students were found with hands hacked off

The gruesome discovery of nine bodies and a bag filled with their severed hands on a Mexican highway last week had cartel violence written all over it.

Don't miss the summer sales at your favourite retailers. Here's where to find marked-down buys on garden furniture, Le Creuset and John Lewis - starting at just £3.40

We've rounded up some of our favourite home buys on sale so you can impress your next guests, replace old gadgets or transform your style.

QUENTIN LETTS: Gary, please pay more tax if you want to - but do it in private. Anything else makes you look like a conceited creep

By and large we British do not go in for mass self-flagellation.

Agatha Christie's 'English Riviera' Devon hometown seals twinning deal with Belgian Spa birthplace of her sleuth Hercule Poirot

The Golden Age murder mystery novellist was born on the 'English Riviera' in Torbay, southwest England, on September 15, 1890.

Five London police injured as boat hits bridge

Five British police officers were injured after their boat struck Westminster Bridge

The House: MPs return after two-week break

MPs return to a backlog of business: fresh events, old arguments, and new feuds. But all with renewed energy and humour.

‘I was beside myself’: Desperate parents paying hundreds for baby sleep advice

Two mothers, Plunket and the Ministry of Health on the “wild west” of baby sleep training advice.

Chancellor throws Reeves under the bus: He tells bosses that his predecessor's pessimism 'eroded our prosperity'

In an apparent attack on her legacy, Mr Healey said he now wanted to lift 'the pessimism that has eroded not just the public's confidence but has eroded our own prosperity'.

Is Sadiq Khan about to become the country's best-paid politician? London Mayor hints he will claim £390-a-day tax-free House of Lords allowance - on top of his £170k salary

Sadiq Khan was installed in the House of Lords by Keir Starmer in one of his last acts as PM.

How a baseless internet rumour has forced Brigitte Macron to prove she is a woman in a US court: Astonishing full story that led to French president's wife facing Candace Owens

The bizarre story of how an unsubstantiated internet conspiracy theory about 72-year-old Brigitte Macron secretly being a transgender woman has snowballed into a high-profile U.S. court case.

Brace for higher prices as war escalates, NZ fuel boss says

Waitomo Group chief executive Simon Parham said motorists should brace for higher prices at the pump.

‘Not good ... but it is not hopeless, either’: Billy TK back in hospital

Billy TK’s health has taken a turn again, with the 54-year-old reportedly suffering a stroke a day after he was discharged from hospital following a heart attack.

Looking for someone to hang out with: Parents peg details of their children on a washing line in bid to find them a partner

The bizarre dating ritual takes place at People's Park in Shanghai, and the ads reveal everything from the child's age and height to their job and income.

Hollywood heartthrob named Sexiest Man Alive shocks fans with unrecognizable appearance at San Diego Comic-Con

A Hollywood heartthrob who was previously named Sexiest Man Alive twice looked unrecognizable as he made a surprise appearance at San Diego Comic-Con this week.

UTI danger: Bug behind common infection can travel to the BRAIN and cause deadly abscesses, experts warn

Scientists in Germany revealed how the bacteria had evolved to cause the infection.

ALISON BOSHOFF: Chris Evans splashes out £14million on waterfront pad near best buddy, chef Tom

DJ and petrolhead Chris Evans has bought a £14million waterside mansion in Marlow, Bucks - which boasts a private marina with enough room for 30 boats.

Forty thousand tourists flee France's millionaire peninsula inferno - while separate blaze threatens Madrid

British tourists who fled from the French blaze have described escaping from 'enormous' flames after being woken in the night with emergency texts.

Ryan Fox to be honoured in Auckland after Open Championship win

The 39-year-old is the fourth Kiwi to win a major title.

Binky Felstead dashes home from the U.S. to see her mother Jane, 74, after she suffered a fall as she shares picture of her scarred forehead

Binky Felstead has shared an update on her mother Jane after she was rushed to hospital following a fall which left her bloodied and bruise.

Watch: Soldier steals armoured vehicle, smashes into cars after ‘drinking session at the pub’

Two engineers arrested for allegedly causing £100,000 worth of damage on civilian road in Wiltshire

Watch: Ryder Cup legend fumes after Bryson DeChambeau’s drive nearly hits him

Englishman screams ‘fore’ following near miss at LIV UK event before receiving apology from two-time major winner

‘Broken until he’s here’: The son who has never set foot in NZ and the family who have waited nine years

Frans Maritz hasn’t seen his eldest child son for nine years after Immigration declined the boy's visa on health grounds.

I've helped more than 5,000 families manage neurodiversity. These are the simple dietary swaps that can hugely improve ADHD symptoms. Start now and see a difference by the end of summer holidays: SARAH WARLEY

Getting the right treatment for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder can be life-changing - it's something I saw firsthand in a close friend's daughter.

Family of British father charged over two-year-old son's hotel fall death in Cyprus beg Ed Miliband for help

On Friday night, his family urged Ed Miliband to intervene in the hope that the father will be able to attend his son's funeral in Britain.

Meghan's holiday wardrobe: Duchess mirrors her mother-in-law's style in backless swimsuit and 80s-inspired cardigan as the Sussex family visit Portugal and Diana's childhood home

The Duchess of Sussex shared a glimpse inside her family's European summer getaway on Instagram yesterday evening - and her holiday wardrobe that came with it.

Racing: Sharrock chases Taumarunui Cup victory with Tisse

Tisse is favoured in a tough Taumarunui Cup at Te Rapa today.

Dozens of patients taking legal action after recalled knee implant left many in pain and requiring further surgery when the devices failed

Medical negligence lawyers at Irwin Mitchell say 56 people have so far come forward in relation to the Zimmer NexGen knee system, including 24 cases already issued at the High Court.

Superstorm Sandy: Over 120 people trapped on remote New York island

Twelve oceanfront houses were swept away and officials said there was damage to 80 per cent of the remaining homes on Fire Island, off the south shore of Long Island.

Tributes flow for Sir William Birch at a service farewelling the former finance minister

"Famous for making things happen," the "best prepared minister around the cabinet table" and a "legendary" work ethic, that's how Sir William Birch has been remembered.

Clarence Williams: Teacher 'duct tapes 11-year-old student's mouth shut for more than a half hour'

Clarence Williams, of Palo Alto Middle School in Killeen, Texas, has been placed on paid leave for a week while the local school district reviews a report of the incident. School officials did not provide details on what prompted the teacher to allegedly tape the boy's mouth shut on October 23.

Tornadoes, cold snaps, heavy rain and some sun: 'Every type of weather' forecast this weekend

Strong winds could close the Auckland Harbour Bridge this weekend, with forecasters warning of storms, snow and the risk of tornadoes, for various parts of the country.

Five London police injured as boat hits bridge

Five British police officers were injured after their boat struck Westminster Bridge

Report on child poverty reveals 'national shame', Children's Comissioner says

The Ministry of Social Development published its Child Poverty in New Zealand report on Thursday.

Motorcyclist dies after being dragged for quarter of a mile under truck of illegal immigrant 'drink driver'

Police said the 23 year old victim Matthew Denice was still alive when he became trapped in the wheel arch of Guaman's truck.

Police execute search warrants in relation to Wellington homicide investigation

Police investigating a homicide in the Wellington region want information about sightings of two cars.

Sofia Vergara shows off her incredible curves in a tight black dress as she holidays with friends in Mykonos

The actress, 54, turned heads as she stepped out in a figure-hugging black maxi dress in Mykonos on Thursday.

Bulldogs get their big dogs back while Warriors go unchanged

Catch up on all you need to know ahead of the round 21 clash between the Bulldogs and Warriors from Accor Stadium in Sydney.

Why Chlöe Swarbrick is Laura McClure’s most annoying MP

She’s a first-term backbench MP but ACT’s Laura McClure doesn’t hold back her views. Who’d she sack if she could? Hipkins. Who’s the most annoying? Swarbrick.

Bare in the backyard: The regions most and least likely to get nude outdoors

We spend at least a few minutes naked every day while showering and getting dressed. But it can feel different to be naked when you don’t have to.

Diddy is sent to solitary confinement after he's involved in prison brawl with other inmate

Diddy has reportedly been involved in a prison fight that got him sent to solitary confinement.

Heartbreaking final moments of 'Sleeping Beauty of Everest' who begged climber 'don't leave me here to die' before her body froze in time in mountain 'death zone'

The mother-of-one made history as the first American woman to reach the summit of the world's highest mountain without using supplementary oxygen.

Advice: Should I keep trying to be friends with my ex-fiancée?

Washington Post: Can you really build a healthy friendship with an ex?

Warriors v Bulldogs: Line-ups, kickoff times, how to watch – all you need to know

The Warriors have lost three straight games to the Bulldogs.

Kiwi and former Meta leader Maya Pan warns New Zealand risks ‘managed decline’ without reform

The country’s GDP ranking has slipped from third in the 1960s to 33rd of 38 OECD nations.

The dos and don'ts of men taking their wife's name... and the celebs who got it wrong with 'performative' gestures - as Adam Ramsay-Peaty debuts new surname on Commonwealth Games swimming cap

The three-time Olympic winner, 31, was seen swimming laps during a practice session in Glasgow yesterday - and fans were quick to notice his sweet tribute to wife, Holly.

Trump set to make 'unifying yet vicious' speech at Correspondents' Dinner 2.0 after shooter horror

The President was without wife and First Lady Melania Trump, instead seated in between WHCA President Weija Jiang and Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Friday.

Kiwi's experiment shows need for new UK passport 'pointless'

UK Home Office figures show overseas passport applications almost tripled to more than 300,000 in the first quarter of 2026.

Media Insider: NBR raises questions over IRD’s use of annual Rich List

IRD says it uses only 'publicly available' information from the Rich List.

Qantas Project Sunrise: First flight from Airbus Toulouse HQ to Melbourne lands after 19-hour voyage

Epic flight reaches its destination as thousands track the 19-hour journey.

Bugs: Amazing photos show microscopic insects coping with a downpour

Tiny droplets of water make the bugs take on an altogether different look - looking inflated by the covering of liquid.

Furry Friday: Sun lovers

For pets, the slightest wedge of incoming sun is to be chased and relished.

Putin's secret space weapon: Kremlin's mysterious Cosmos 2553 satellite 'is fitted with dummy warhead' in 'forerunner to nuke that could wipe out rival spacecraft and cause chaos on Earth'

The 'Cosmos 2553' satellite was blasted through the atmosphere from Russia 's Plesetsk Cosmodrome in February 2022 days before Putin ordered troops across the border into Ukraine.

Intern makes incredible discovery of unknown papers written by Abraham Lincoln in 1844

The 21-year-old, who just finished his junior year at St. Mary’s University in Minnesota, was preparing a stack of old papers to be logged in a database and put into storage.

Lydia Callis: New York Mayor Bloomberg's sign language interpreter becomes breakout star of Superstorm Sandy

Lydia Callis's larger-than-life facial expressions and dramatic gestures have provided a rare moment of pleasure during the unfolding natural disaster.

'Oozing pain': Plea for politicians to tackle hate speech

The Law Commission this week released the final report from its review on hate crime laws.

Schoolgirl's horrific gang-rape, torture and murder that sent shockwaves through Japan: How teen Junko Furuta endured 40 days of depraved abuse at the hands of four boys who burnt her alive then buried her body in concrete

Over the span of 41 days, the high school student was abducted by four teenage boys aged between 16 to 18, subjected to unimaginable abuse, repeatedly raped and ultimately murdered.

What should you do if you win Lotto?

Although the chance of winning is small - about one in 38 million per line, many people will be buying tickets in the hope of being the one who beats the odds this weekend.

Police rescue team phones in local farmer, who saves elderly man and dog

Rescuers had grave concerns for an elderly fisherman stranded at night in the cold by a South Island river, until they called in a farmer with local knowledge who was able to locate the man in the dark.

Humpback whale 'thanks' rescuers who saved it from dying tangled in fishing nets

The whale performed a breathtaking display of breaches after being freed from certain death off the coast of California. It was all caught on camera.

'They all want to have a go at him': Inside Vickrum Digwa's prison nightmare as insiders reveal why Henry Nowak's killer has a target on his back, the groups hunting him... and what happened on his first night in jail

As Vickrum Digwa starts his life in prison for killing Henry Nowak, his cocky swagger has vanished and he had to beg not to be sent to the wing where Ian Huntley met his savage end...

Facebook shares plummet nearly 4 per cent as company's OWN employees dump stock

The social networking giant ended the day down 3.79 percent after 99million shares changed hands. Company stock fell 83 cents to close at $21.11 Wednesday. The stock is down 44 percent from its IPO price of $38.

Korea tensions over claims that warship was sunk by torpedo

The 1,500-tonne vessel went down near Baengnyeong island, several of the 104 crew were killed and others were missing last night.

Cattle ranch that feeds its cows BEER: Texas farmers swear by a secret ingredient that makes beef juicer

A cattle ranch in Texas has revealed the key ingredient behind its premium beef: beer. The Texas T Kobe ranch in Wallis, Texas, adds beer to the hay that its cows feed on.

No daughter should have to watch both parents succumb to dementia

Telegraph: What caring for two parents with dementia taught one woman.

Muslim insurgents kill eight and wound dozens more with bomb blast in Thailand

The devices were hidden inside inside motorbikes and cars and detonated by mobile phones.

Love Island host Maya Jama debuts her new blonde hair as she swaps her brunette locks for honey highlights

Maya Jama has unveiled her new blonde hair as she showcased her bold transformation in a new Instagram snap on Friday.

JAN MOIR: The day we can't laugh at MPs who make fools of themselves is the day our democracy dies

Stella Creasy believes that JK Rowling is wrong and that a woman can have a penis.

Moment Henry Nowak's killer is caught on video telling his mother to take the knife he used to stab student to death away from murder scene

Video released by the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) comes after Digwa's mother, Kiran Kaur, was jailed last week for three years at Southampton Crown Court for assisting an offender.

'We were amazed she turned up': Fresh twist in murder of British expat in Dordogne as friends reveal meeting at popular local bar between victim and the 'love rival' accused of her killing - and attack 'lies'

This week's dramatic development has sent shockwaves through one of the most idyllic villages in south-west France. With a population of just 600, Tremolat is a place beloved by British expats.

Killer whales attack and sink sailing yacht with crew having to be rescued off Spanish coast

Orcas have sunk a yacht off Spain's north-west coast after ramming another three in the same area.

Briton Suzanne Cassidy sucked into propellers after jumping off boat in Ibiza

Suzanne Cassidy, 26, (pictured) from Glasgow, only survived by grabbing the side of the boat as the razor-sharp blades hacked into her leg.

Cabinet faces 'no-brainer' decision on ancient migration waka

It's regarded as one of the most significant archaeological discoveries ever made in Aotearoa and the wider Pacific.

Radio host attacked: Bolivian journalist Fernando Vidal set on fire live on air in Yacuiba

A Bolivian radio presenter was set on fire by four masked men while hosting his show in the southern city of Yacuiba. Radio Popular journalist Fernando Vidal, 78, is being treated for burns.

Inside Dave Rennie’s All Blacks overhaul and what’s powering their revival

Three weeks into Rennie's reign, we examine the changes he's made to enact notable shifts.

Move over, Korea! Inside the rise of Indian beauty: ROSIE GREEN reveals all the brands you need to know and the hacks that will transform you - including the £1.50 product that will revive your skin

Ancient Ayurveda meets modern technology: I-beauty is the new buzz, says Rosie Green

Woman accused of stealing another passenger's first class seat on American Airlines flight from NYC to LA because hers wouldn't recline

Justin Escalona, 27, was left stunned by the alleged behavior by a woman aboard his New York to Los Angeles flight on Monday.

Tyson Fury stops Mariusz Wach inside seven rounds in Thailand... as Saudi organisers try to rush him to Jeddah for Anthony Joshua's return ahead of proposed British megafight

Tyson Fury took care of business with the minimum of fuss as he dispatched Mariusz Wach in a low-key contest in Thailand on Friday night - before attention quickly shifted to what is next.

Hurricane Sandy: Hotels and landlords make a quick buck charging $700 a night for a single room in New York

Greedy landlords and hotel owners looking to make a quick buck from the thousands without power or displaced by Hurricane Sandy were exploiting people's desperation by demanding outrageous prices for a shelter. As of yesterday morning Craigslist was full of posts for costly rooms, with one ad promising people the luxury of a single bedroom apartment with electricity for a 'mere' $700 per night.

The anti-ageing skincare secret celebs don't want you to know about - used by the Kardashians, Gwyneth Paltrow, Sydney Sweeney and more (and it's only £16)

It's the ride or die moisturiser for some of the world's biggest celebrities. 

Man, 43, arrested in hunt for Michigan sniper who fired at random cars in four counties in two-week campaign of terror

The 43-year-old suspect was taken into custody on Monday night in Wixom, the Detroit suburb where the shootings began.

Nissan Z Nismo manual joins NZ range as sports car lineup gains 2026 updates

Nissan have finally delivered what enthusiasts have asked for, with a manual transmission Nismo Z joining the NZ lineup.

Son of man allegedly murdered by US hitman, on the run in Tonga

The son of a man allegedly murdered by a US-based hitman is on the run after escaping police custody in Tonga.

Callum Turner's father attended a DIFFERENT wedding on the day he married Dua Lipa after growing close following years of estrangement

Despite Callum Turner and Dua Lipa's wedding being billed as the showbiz event of the year, his father Laurence Coles reportedly didn't attend. 

Another embarrassing climbdown for Burnham as Angela Rayner says rent controls are NOT happening... days after he insisted they were being considered

Andy Burnham said earlier this week that the Government was 'looking at' the idea of rent freezes to help with the cost of living - something he has called for previously.

This is why so many women are getting divorced in their 40s. Hearing so many horror stories makes me glad I'm single - and now I know the age women should REALLY get married: JANA HOCKING

At 41, I can spot the exact moment someone decides there must be something wrong with me. It usually arrives just after they ask whether I've ever been married and I say no...

Installation features 'forbidden' medicines denied to New Zealanders

Patients waiting for life-changing medicines to be funded say people should not have to fundraise, go into debt, or travel overseas for treatments and therapies that could be administered here.

European wildfires threatening Madrid and French resorts surge 'out of control' as hundreds of thousands are forced from homes including British holidaymakers

European wildfires threatening Madrid and French resorts have become impossible to control in some areas as hundreds of thousands, are forced from their homes. 

12 pupils in Ballarat Catholic school photo their own lives after abuse

A tragic class photo has been revealed where 12 out of the 33 of pupils pictured went on to commit suicide because of the sexual and physical abuse that took place at the school in Ballarat.

Third poll shows Opportunity just shy of 5% threshold

A third poll shows Opportunity just shy of the 5% threshold to enter Parliament and play a potential kingmaker role in the formation of the next government.

The far-Right plot that never was: Twelve were arrested after 'threat' against 15,000-strong Islamic festival. Days later, all terror charges were dropped. Now, SUE REID explores what happened... and link to Ann Widdecombe's murder

A man in black, his face masked, launches a drone from a field in the Suffolk countryside to observe the behaviour of almost 15,000 Muslims attending a vast event on a handsome rural estate...

I haere ahau ki Logan Brown i Pōneke i te rā tuatahi o tōna tūnga whetū Michelin, ā, i tino hira ahau

Ko te tikanga, he oruatanga noa iho: I tāpuia e au te tēpu i ngā wiki ki mua mō tētahi āhuatanga tino whakahirahira, engari i muri iho ka mōhio ahau me tuhi ahau mō te kai i tētahi wharekai whetū o Michelin mō te wā tuatahi.

Superstorm Sandy 2012: Manhattan's Bellevue Hospital is evacuated amid mass floods

The public hospital lost power when Hurricane Sandy hit on Monday and electricity was spotty as the facility relied on generators, with members of the Army National Guard hiking up to the hospital's roof with fuel throughout the week to power the generators.

Bill to extend ACC cover to volunteer firefighters drawn

The bill was lodged by Labour's Kieran McAnulty who said volunteer firefighters face traumatic and dangerous working conditions.

Boy who shot two classmates and two teachers dead when he was 14 LAUGHS as survivor reads victim impact statement at his murder sentencing

Colt Gray, 16, grinned and smiled as Natalie Griffith recounted how the attack had left her unable to use her left hand.

Commonwealth Games: Kiwi swimmers to contend for medals after qualifiers

Erika Fairweather posted the fastest time of the 400 metre freestyle heats, qualifying first in a time of 4 minutes 6.42 seconds.

Cabinet faces 'no-brainer' decision on ancient migration waka

It's regarded as one of the most significant archaeological discoveries ever made in Aotearoa and the wider Pacific.

Boris in the Kill Zone: CHRISTOPHER STEVENS' five-star review of stunning documentary

'This is complete terrorism. You wonder what on earth Putin, his generals, think they're trying to achieve by attacking innocent civilians like this. Because they're making themselves look like barbarians.'

Man who strangled theatregoer for singing too loudly in We Will Rock You is revealed as ex-Scottish laird who once hired a hitman to murder woman

Malcolm Potier, 74, put his hands around the neck of Kirsty O'Donnell, 51, after she sang along to the show at the London Coliseum on June 7, 2023.

Trump suffers humiliating legal blow in $10 billion BBC lawsuit

The defamation case spins on a 12-second edit of his January 6, 2021 address, spliced together for a Panorama film broadcast weeks out from the 2024 election.

'I survived, but I lost my life. I wish I died that day': Chef, 28, applies to be euthanised two years after 'ex-boyfriend beat her up so badly she lost her sense of smell and taste'

WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT: Ainhoa Caballero Medina has requested to be euthanised in Spain after she says an attempted murder by her ex-boyfriend.

Watch: US golfer sinks monster putt to card rare round of 59

Michael Kim becomes only the 15th player in PGA Tour history to achieve the feat.

Commonwealth Games: Who will win New Zealand's first medal at Glasgow?

Swimmers Lewis Clareburt and Erika Fairweather race for medals at the Tollcross International Swimming Centre.

Auckland FC's extreme makeover nears end as glamour Premier League clash arrives

Auckland FC will have Luke Casserly as an interim head coach when they face Tottenham Hotspur at Eden Park on Sunday.

British man, 72, detained in Dubai for 18 years may have been 'tortured' by authorities, UN human rights experts warn

UN human rights experts s have made fresh calls for the immediate release of Ryan Cornelius, 72, who was detained 18 years ago in 2008 in the United Arab Emirates when he faced allegations of fraud.

Outdoor education subject saved from government overhaul

Education Outdoors says the government has dropped outdoor education from its list of subjects that will be re-developed.

Mayor says 'Hallelujah' to fire chiefs getting back their jetskis

The community and two "outstanding" fire chiefs have "led the charge" to challenge a Fire and Emergency ban, a mayor says.

Denise Welch shares intimate pictures from son Matty Healy's wedding celebrations to model Gabbriette as they party with Charli XCX in LA

Denise Welch has shared a stunning array of behind the scenes snaps from her son Matty Healy's wedding to Gabbriette, real name Gabriella, Bechtel. 

Brave Lissie Harper has shamed Andy Burnham into a U-turn. If he wants to avoid proving himself utterly hopeless already, this is what he must now do: AMANDA PLATELL

Some images are etched into our collective memories, like the one of Lissie Harper so happy after marrying childhood sweetheart PC Andrew Harper, released after he was killed on duty.

Inside the Russian resistance looking to bring down Putin: Exclusive footage shows pro-Ukraine 'Black Spark' rebels 'carrying out bomb attacks on strategic targets'

The underground movement has emerged from the shadows under the public representation of Igor Volobuev, a former banking executive who defected to Ukraine.

Man arrested after Wellington railway signalling cables damaged

The incident in the suburb of Tawa earlier this month caused multiple signal issues and disrupted rail services.

The growing town an hour from Christchurch with homes under $400k

With CVs ranging from $395,000 to $665,000, the featured properties showcase the variety and affordability on offer in the Ashburton district.

Māori father's fight for dedicated citizenship pathway continues after personal success

But the minister in charge, Brooke van Velden, says she has no plans to review the law.

Matthew McConaughey fuels rumors Woody Harrelson IS his brother with telling post

The Oscar-winning actor, 56, shared a very telling post in celebration of the Cheers star's 65th birthday on Thursday.

English gymnast suffers horror head injury at Commonwealth Games as event is suspended and star is taken out of arena on a stretcher

Langton had to leave the Glasgow International Arena on a stretcher after falling from the high bar and landing on his head and neck area.

Billionaire behind world's leading AI chip hit with £483million divorce bill after fathering lovechild

The billionaire behind the world's leading AI chip has been hit with a £483million divorce bill after fathering a lovechild.

Dutch sports car maker Donkervoort taking NZ orders for 780kg, 450kW P24 RS

Dutch company Donkervoort claims the P24 RS is the only production car producing 450kW while weighing less than one tonne.

Nearly 80% of Mackenzie building inspections fail, sparking council concern

The Mackenzie District has recorded a building inspection failure rate of almost 80% for the month of June.

New US tariffs likely to face court challenges

New Zealand's special agricultural trade envoy Nathan Guy says exporters across the board are bracing for more uncertainty.

How concerned should we be about the new US tariffs?

Analysis - The US government is unlikely to budge on the new round of trade tariffs they have slapped on most imports from New Zealand, writes Corin Dann.

The Tardis and the King, Nessie, and an indoor venue made to look like the outside world

Athletes from 74 nations and territories participated in the opening ceremony, the first held at an indoor venue, The Hydro, in Glasgow.

Watch: Alexandra to Ellis Park? All Blacks lock safely through injury return

In forty solid but unspectacular minutes, the big rig likely booked his ticket to South Africa for Rugby's Greatest Rivalry tour.

E hoa, kei hea aku huarahi hou? Te raru huarahi o te Kāwanatanga noho puku

I oati a Nahinara i ngā rori whā-ara whānui, heoi ko ngā kōrero kōwhiringa pāremata ka rite ki te raru KiwiBuild a Reipa.

Rihanna shows off her incredible curves in pink lace corseted lingerie as she promotes her new Savage x Fenty range

The singer, 38, took to Instagram on Thursday to share a slew of sexy snaps in a lace corseted set.

Trump swapped planes after ‘credible’ Iranian threat to Air Force One

Reports say the US president flew out of the NATO summit Ankara on his old plane after security advice.

Cat stuck inside Wellington Uber's engine bay for several trips

Norton the burmese cat travelled all the way from Hataitai to Johnsonville hidden inside the unsuspecting driver's bonnet.

Tour de France: Is ‘superstar’ Pogacar’s domination boring?

Remco Evenepoel, 26, calls him 'the best rider ever'.

Majorca counts the cost of rejecting tourists: Restaurants and bars say their season has been devastated after UK families took their cash elsewhere in wake of anti-tourist protests

Restaurant and bar owners in Majorca have said their season has suffered due to a plunge in visitors.

Russian teens 'stabbed man to death at party then murdered four guests'

Sergey Burkaev, 16 (pictured), and Konstantin Surkov, 17, have been arrested on suspicion of knifing to death a man and four young women at a flat in the small Russian town of Kumertau.

State of Origin 2027 in Auckland: Why league legend Laurie Daley predicts it will be a big hit

Eden Park will host game 2 of the State of Origin series in June next year.

Hope she knows what she's letting herself in for! Sex-shame DSK takes new partner on vacation

Disgraced former International Monetary Fund chief Dominique Strauss-Kahn has been spotted canoodling with his new girlfriend at the Wailing Wall in Jerusalem. Myriam Aouffir, 43, is a high-profile press officer for French television. She has already seen with her new boyfriend on the Mediterranean island of Corsica but now the couple have been pictured lapping up the sun in the holy city.

Hurricane Sandy: Michael Bloomberg and Andrew Cuomo blame hurricane on climate change

Since New York City's foundation in the early 17th century, the lower tip of Manhattan has been at the heart of metropolitan life - despite its vulnerability to flooding from the harbour. Two possible links between global warming and the damage wrought by Sandy are the raised sea levels which make it easier for the coast to flood, and warm air in the Atlantic Ocean increasing the fierceness of the storm.

Auckland FC sign Aaron Calver as backline reinforcement

The Australian centre-back won two premierships and a championship with Sydney FC, before moving to Korea in 2022.

Donald Trump accuses LeBron James of being RACIST in astonishing attack after NBA star's bombshell 76ers decision

Just hours after LeBron's 24th season in the NBA was confirmed, Trump was asked to weigh in on who holds the title of the greatest basketball player of all time - and pulled no punches in his response.

The Mask and Nightmare on Elm Street 3 director Chuck Russell dead at 74

Director Chuck Russell, best known for 1994's The Mask, has died. The Hollywood heavyweight 'died unexpectedly at his San Diego-area home' on Wednesday.

Brutal tactics of Ecuador's gangs who send decapitated enemies' heads to their wives and their hearts to their parents - as it's declared the toughest place on earth to be a cop

The coastal nation has seen murder rates soar in recent years as drug lords and criminal masterminds dug their hooks into fresh territory and exploited its ports for maximum profit

Cabinet rankings reveal Andy Burnham's 'de facto deputy' Louise Haigh is less senior than Chancellor John Healey - but ahead of Ed Miliband and Shabana Mahmood

Louise Haigh is only the third most senior figure in Government - behind the Prime Minister and Chancellor - according to the list of Cabinet ministers on the Government's website.

Searching for clues to the appeal of China's scripted murder-mystery games

Chinese scripted role-playing games are drawing a following in Auckland as participants look to build social connections.

Six Chance Voight companies put into liquidation

By December 2025, the Chance Voight group had raised $54.2m from investors.

Meghan shares photo of Harry, Archie and Lilibet visiting Princess Diana’s childhood home Althorp House

Prince Archie and the Duke of Sussex were seen carrying large white bouquets.

'Women are not safe anywhere': Inside 'rape fantasy' chat rooms where men expose footage of family members - even their own sisters or mothers - to equally perverted strangers

Dominique Pelicot solicited dozens of men on the chat room Coco to rape his heavily sedated wife Gisele. The site been shut down, but countless other 'rape fantasy' groups exist online.

The Commonwealth Games have started. Here's what we could win at the weekend

Kiwis shouldn’t need to wait long to celebrate New Zealand’s first medal at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games.

Selena Gomez wows in an array of skimpy swimsuits as husband Benny Blanco makes VERY risque remark

Selena Gomez showed off her incredible swimsuit body in Italy with husband Benny Blanco this week, as she continued her 34th birthday celebrations.

Trainline weighs in on Love Island 'job-shaming' row after Priya mocked co-star Elicia's job at National Rail - and there's even more drama in store as another love triangle is brewing

The remarks made about Elicia's £30,000 per year job upset viewers who branded Priya 'cruel' for her personal attack on the dumped Islander, who left the villa last week and then appeared on AfterSun.

Kiwi actor Thomasin McKenzie lands ‘very intimidating’ dream role as Audrey Hepburn

The New Zealand actor says she has admired the Hollywood icon for as long as she can remember and researched her life extensively for new biopic Dinner with Audrey.

Donald Trump warns it will be 'very bad' for Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin if China or Russia arm Iran

In a stern statement to America's two most powerful adversaries, the US leader said it is 'certainly not in their best interests' to do so.

16 more investigators brought in as police reopen 54 cases and scrutinise what went wrong

Operation Hark expands as police review the system designed to oversee sexual assault and child abuse investigations.

Beehive bunker laptops malfunctioned during destructive storm

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) says now that there was no impact, that staff had other devices that did work.

Harrowing image of migrant tragedy that shocked Europe - as thousands still die trying to reach continent: Ten years after Alan Kurdi washed up dead in Turkey, how the EU has failed to tackle migrant crisis

The lifeless body of Alan Kurdi, a two-year-old Syrian boy, was found washed up on a beach near the Turkish resort of Bodrum, his red T-shirt and blue shorts soaked in seawater.

Angelina Jolie ‘focusing on healing’ as daughter Vivienne drops Pitt surname

Siblings, including Shiloh and Zahara, have made similar filings to drop the Pitt surname.

Following in his mother's footsteps! How Archie has adopted Meghan's love of going barefoot - as he strolls through the countryside without shoes on during European holiday

His mother is known for forgoing shoes while outdoors, and now Prince Archie appears to have adopted the same habit.

'Shoot, shag or marry' game was ACT candidate Paul Henry being authentic Seymour says

The Labour Party has complained about the ACT candidate's participation in a risqué radio game.

Ben Affleck and Casey Affleck’s mother dies aged 82

She was determined to see her grandson’s graduation from high school. She died days later.

Watch: Klopp starts Germany reign by threatening to quit

The former Liverpool boss has taken over on a four-year deal after Julian Nagelsmann resigned this month after their shock World Cup defeat by Paraguay.

‘Deep concern’: Top religious figure speaks out as school faces potential sudden closure

The Bishop of Christchurch is backing St Thomas of Canterbury College as it faces potential closure, saying he will support the school’s survival.

Beyonce's dad reveals fate of Destiny's Child five months after THAT reunion snap which had fans buzzing

Back in February, the musical act's fans were in hysterics as the 74-year-old music executive took to Instagram to post a photo with the singing trio.

NZ sharemarket flat despite Brent Crude oil price explosion – Market close

The S&P/NZX50 closed at 13,722.29, down 23.02 points or 0.17%.

Plagiarism or jealousy? Youngest black professor in Cambridge history set to publish extraordinary life story - including how he couldn't speak, read or write during childhood - as he's now accused of copying others' work

No Hollywood scriptwriter would have dared pen such an outrageously unlikely plot.

Inside China's execution conveyor belt: How 'mobile injection vans and firing squads are used to put thousands to death a year' - outstripping capital punishment figures for the rest of the world combined

In 2022, the World Coalition Against the Death Penalty said that at least 8,000 people per year were executed in China from 2007 - more than all other countries combined by some margin.

She went missing in a war zone, then turned up with a Taliban commander

The remarkable story of Sarbi, an explosives-detecting military dog who survived an attack and was eventually ransomed home.

The smug photos of Bradley Dack and new woman that will infuriate Olivia Attwood... and bring up those cheating claims again: Insiders reveal latest toxic twist to KATIE HIND - and his new flame's awkward link to Pete Wicks

Emily Moloney, who was once seeing reality TV star Olivia Attwood 's ex-boyfriend Bradley Dack , suffered trolling on social media four months ago after allegations she was dating him again.

Enraged father is jailed for 18 years for squeezing his four-week-old son to death when he wouldn't drink his milk

Tony Bartlett, of Axminster, Devon, was found guilty on Friday of killing his four-week-old son Atticus Bartlett in July 2022.

PM Christopher Luxon tight-lipped on 'grey-zone' advice

"Grey-zone" operations are being deployed by states within this country but the prime minister won't release the advice he has received.

US trade shift forces rethink for New Zealand exporters

The US lamb safeguard probe shows how market access can change overnight.

Jess Wright, 40, looks tearful as she discusses her appearance and her struggle to fit in four gym sessions a week as a mum

The TOWIE legend, 40, took to Instagram on Friday with a relatable clip of her sat in her car as she reflected on life.

Star Trek star William Shatner, 95, shares his secret to longevity, reveals heavy metal band gig

The actor who played Captain Kirk explains how he has managed to live long and prosper.

Sun, sea and smugglers: The scourge of narco gangs delivering drug shipments on Spain's tourist beaches in full view of holidaying families

As sunbathers looked on and children played in the sand, a speedboat roared up to a busy Marbella beach - its masked crew leaping ashore to unload bulging packages before racing back to sea.

Lack of awareness over law banning sale of meth pipes

A newly released briefing paper has highlighted a lack of awareness among police, retailers and the public about the law.

Photographer captures the moment 5,000 birds create an exclamation mark formation in the sky

Photographer Nuray Gonulalan was amazed when she looked up and saw the familiar punctuation symbol - often associated with shock or panic - hovering above her in Mogan Lake, Ankara, Turkey.

Harbin Ice and Snow Festival: Spectacular sculptures spring up in China

The 28th Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival, which opened on Christmas Day, features work by some of the country's best ice sculptors and attracts thousands of visitors from around the world.

Eight-year-old girl who died 'after being tortured by her father was forced to eat her own faeces when his mistress locked her in toilet'

An eight-year-old girl who died from torture was forced to eat her own faeces after her father and his mistress left her to starve in a locked toilet, a Dubai court heard.

Country Life: What NZ can learn from a US farmer who coped with H5N1

A US poultry farmer and educator shares her experience of an H5N1 outbreak, the loss of 148,000 birds, and biosecurity lessons she believes every farmer should know.

The blind spot that cost Stuart Nash

Analysis: New Zealand First is riding a polling high, which made it all the more necessary to cauterise the wound that was Stuart Nash, Jo Moir writes.

My son nearly died when 'Egypt belly' turned out to be E.Coli: British family's urgent warning after ten-year-old's stomach bug ended in kidney failure 

Caroline Lawton, from Warrington, Cheshire, jetted off last month to Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt with her husband and children for 12 nights in the sun.

NZ order of merit member faced spending probe before becoming Fire and Emergency's board chair

Rebecca Keoghan faced a financial spending probe involving taxpayer funds before she became the chair of Fire and Emergency New Zealand’s board, Stuff can reveal.

Datagrid boss fronts on water use, noise, jobs, funding and construction start date for giant Southland data centre

Construction start date set as CEO responds to: 'Is Mercury selling power to itself?'

‘Relentless harasser’ ordered out of home after cutting neighbour’s trees

Napier woman Mary O’Neill, 62, was charged with intentional damage after she instructed a contractor to cut trees on her neighbour’s property.

Sarah Ferguson's charity is shut down after probe into her links with disgraced sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

Sarah's Trust, which introduced philanthropists to good causes in need of funding, was formally wound up last month after being first registered with the Charity Commission in 2018.

John Cena says he misses wrestling more than Hollywood acting

The 49-year-old star retired from wrestling in December 2025 after a loss to Gunther.

How animals have been used for espionage from Hvaldimir the roving Russian whale to American 'bat bombs' and a 'spy squirrel' unit caught behind enemy lines

The first time animals are believed to have been used was after German pharmacist Julius Neubronner developed the pigeon photograph method in 1907.

'It's no longer a PG show': Princess and Junior Andre discuss Katie Price's appearance in The Princess Diaries and say their mum's truce with dad Peter Andre has become 'solidified' recently

They were once caught in the middle of their famous parents' bitter feud. Now, Princess and Junior Andre have told the Daily Mail they feel the truce between Katie and Peter has been 'solidified'

Battle lines drawn over proposed LNG facility

Port Taranaki has reassured nearby residents that initial assessments of a proposed LNG import terminal indicate it is unlikely "risk management zones" will impact on the community or popular nearby recreational areas.

How NZ's U17 women's basketball team stormed into the world’s top five

Going into the FIBA Under-17 Women's Basketball World Cup, the New Zealand team had one goal in mind – to make history.

NZ rejects US claims of 'forced labour', as tariffs hiked

"They're looking for any way to put a tariff rate back on," the trade minister said, adding that Trump was "going to do" what he was going to do.

2026 Foton Tunland review, quick drive

Foton's return to the NZ market led by a big, surprisingly compelling ute.

Britons urged to leave Mali as rebel gunmen attack northern city of Gao ten days after claiming capital

British citizens currently in Mali, in west Africa are being urged to leave after the Foreign Office has changed its travel advice.

Māori father's fight for dedicated citizenship pathway continues after personal success

But the minister in charge, Brooke van Velden, says she has no plans to review the law.

Falkland Islanders hit out at Lionel Messi and Co over controversial World Cup banner and blast Argentina's 'dirty' and 'deeply unpleasant' antics during tournament

NIK SIMON IN GLASGOW: The Ministry of Defence commission their only direct flight to the UK so they donned their Commonwealth Games uniform and began the 8,000-mile journey.

Kate Garraway brings her new love interest Liam Halligan to her best friend's husband's birthday celebrations in latest sign their romance is hotting up

Kate Garraway brought her new boyfriend Liam Halligan to her best friend's husband's birthday celebrations on Friday as she shared a sweet photo to X. 

Sadistic human experiments inside Japan's notorious WW2 Unit 731 where PoWs were infected with plague, raped and buried alive are brought to life in ultra-violent Chinese movie

There are no documented survivors of Unit 731, the covert department of the imperial Japanese army that conducted lethal experiments on thousands of living humans in occupied China.

Some students in Dunedin asked to self-isolate amid increase in winter illness

Students at University of Otago accommodation who are experiencing flu-like symptoms have been asked to self-isolate whenever possible.

Frank Film - South Island Stories Episode 10: Christchurch’s new stadium, keeping food local

Dan Shanks leads 500 staff feeding 25,000 fans at One NZ Stadium.

Wild horses face slaughter after breeding too fast: Mustangs roaming plains of America ¿endanger animals¿

America's iconic mustang has reached a critical state of overpopulation prompting some ranchers to consider slaughter as a way of managing the crisis.

Fiji's former chief prosecutor claims govt conspiracy to remove him

A former Fiji chief prosecutor claims there was a racist, government-led conspiracy to get rid of him.

Country Life: "Why not llamas?"

It was the 1990s when many farms were looking to diversify. 'Why not llamas?', thought Southland spinner and farmer Janette Buckingham.

Iran targets American strongholds around the Gulf as US hits more military sites

With fighting flaring again and diplomacy appearing to sputter, both sides made moves suggesting an escalation was possible.

The bloodthirsty gangs ravaging Brit backpacking mecca including 'Los Killers' cartel led by mass murderer and his glamorous girlfriend - as three women are tortured to death on live-stream

The subtle smirk of the baby-faced 'murderer' was plastered on every TV across South America. 

Formula 1: Liam Lawson makes strong start to Hungarian Grand Prix, top 10 in both practice sessions

Car upgrades appear to have paid off for the Kiwi at the Hungaroring.

'I just feel used': Woman speaks after damning review into investigation into sportsman

"I'd spent half my life feeling like what happened to me wasn't bad enough for the police to do anything, felt shame and blame."

Horrific executions of El Mencho's 'cannibal cartel': From hitmen who cut out and ate victim's heart to mass beheadings and rivals 'blasted with flame throwers', how slain drug lord used extreme violence to spread fear

Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) frontman Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, 59, was eliminated on Sunday in a joint Mexican military and US-backed operation in Tapalpa.

Recap: Kiwi swimmers bag first medals of Commonwealth Games

Follow live coverage of the New Zealand at the 23rd Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.

Chloe Madeley is slapped with a parking ticket on her £37,000 Mercedes-Benz GLA after enjoying a spot of lunch in Hampstead

The daughter of TV stars Richard and Judy, 39, was snapped as she peeled the yellow notice from the windscreen of her Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 Sport.

Commonwealth Games: Erika Fairweather and Lewis Clareburt both claim silver on opening day

Erika Fairweather took 400m freestyle silver, while Lewis Clareburt set a personal best.

Snow, heavy rain, high winds and a thunderstorm warning: Wild weather lashes NZ

Auckland Harbour Bridge could face short closures on Saturday as powerful winds hit the city, while a bitterly cold change sweeps across the country.

Singer Chris Brown pleads guilty to attacking music producer in Mayfair nightclub

Chris Brown, 37, arrived at court wearing a brown suit and a baseball cap. He is accused of attacking a music producer in a London nightclub. He admitted affray.

Liam Lawson not relying on upgraded car to secure more points

He will have an upgraded car but the Kiwi driver admits he can't just expect a good result to land in his lap in Hungary this weekend.

Former cop steps down from charitable trust following damning review

RNZ earlier revealed an internal police review found an investigation by former Detective Senior Sergeant Darren Folau was "poor", that the complainant was "not listened to and not believed".

Lack of awareness over law banning sale of meth pipes

A newly released briefing paper has highlighted a lack of awareness among police, retailers and the public about the law.

New US tariffs likely to face court challenges

New Zealand's special agricultural trade envoy Nathan Guy says exporters across the board are bracing for more uncertainty.

Prime Minister urges Stuart Nash to apologise for 'offensive' comments, but stops short of condemning Shanes Jones derogatory words

Christopher Luxon says the now former New Zealand First candidate, owes Katie Nimon a public apology.

He risked his life overseas for his country. Then his hardest battle began

James Dillon-Graham says 10 years of battling Veterans Affairs for support funding has been worse than anything he experienced on duty.

Agitation in dementia can be helped by medical cannabis, study suggests

New York Times: Combination of THC and CBD eased symptoms in especially frail population.

Newlywed Tricia Penrose reveals she's bought the pub her character in Heartbeat used to work in 33 years after the ITV series first aired

Tricia Penrose has revealed she has bought the pub her character in Heartbeat used to work in, 33 years after the show first aired. 

Trainee lawyer in her 20s is bailed after 'car bomb' was driven towards Northern Ireland in 'New IRA operation'

Irish police said they made an 'extremely significant seizure' of a device on Wednesday afternoon made from military-grade plastic, which could have caused significant damage.

Inside South Africa's whites-only enclave where young people are flocking after deciding 'it's not so wonderful elsewhere' and it's nicer to be 'the majority'

A generation has grown up in the closed world of Orania, South Africa's whites-only Afrikaner enclave on the margins of the rainbow nation that this year celebrates its 35th anniversary.

'Re-imagined' Commonwealth Games officially open as King Charles arrives in Tardis

The 23rd edition of the Games has opened at a ceremony reflecting the understated nature of the rescued event.

Drug dealer arrested while sitting on the loo

The accused, identified as Jose Spencer Bilbao Rivers, was apprehended by police while he was sitting reliving himself in a small white bucket by Peruvian police (above).

Mitch Evans eyes Formula E title boost at Tokyo night races

The Tokyo E-Prix double-header will be the city's first night races.

Hydrogen-powered steelmaking start-up CullBeck raises funds at $60m valuation, signs ‘$1b’ anchor customer

But there's a 'grey hydrogen' catch.

‘Apocalyptic’ wildfires force thousands to flee France and Spain, some by boat

Firefighters and authorities in both European countries were caught off guard by the virulence of the fires, which were fuelled by high temperatures and the long-term effects of climate change.

Ex-Top Gear star James May, 63, opposes UK 'wealth tax' as Gary Lineker leads millionaires calling on Burnham to increase taxes on the super-rich

James May has said he disagrees with 120 UK-based millionaires including Gary Lineker who have urged Andy Burnham to impose higher taxes on their wealth.

Older workers forced to battle with new starters for junior roles as supply of good jobs dries up, Bank of England reveals

Older workers are vying with new starters for junior roles as the supply of good jobs dries up, a Bank of England survey revealed yesterday.

LeBron James reveals who he will end his NBA career with

The 41-year-old James is set to sign a modest US$8-million, two-year contract with the Sixers, according to ESPN.

Adam Ramsay-Peaty's Commonwealth Games heat plunged into chaos with star's appearance delayed by 10 minutes - before volunteer strips off to save the day

The swimmer, who has added his wife Holly's family surname to his own, made a splash in the 100m breaststroke heats. He recorded the quickest time of anybody in the heats.

'The scenes are apocalyptic!' Hundreds told to leave homes as wildfire rages in the Highlands

Hundreds of villagers were ordered out of their homes on Friday night after emergency services declared a major incident over an out-of-control wildfire.

The women raped by the Taliban: Victims describe horrific sexual abuse at the hands of multiple men as punishment for getting a job or posting on social media

The Taliban has stripped women of their fundamental rights to education, employment, and free movement, wielding rape as a weapon against those who dare to continue working.

Solomon Islands leaders balance China and US ties

Two recent official trips by Solomon Islands' leaders leave no clues as to where their preference currently leans: China or the West.

Boy, 16, arrested for 'raping two women in brutal attacks that have shaken small Arizona community'

A teenager from Scottsdale, Arizona has been arrested for allegedly raping two women, including a neighbor who lives in his apartment building. DNA evidence linked the 16-year-old boy to the assaults, which happened one week apart on Oct. 18 and Oct. 24, police said.

Nicola Roberts, 40, shares snaps of her life as a new mum after welcoming a baby girl two months ago

Nicola Roberts has shared an insight into her life as a new mother after welcoming her first child with her fiancé Mitch Hahn in May.

Virtual fencing transforms livestock farming as Gallagher scales up

Gallagher will produce about 140,000 eShepherd neckbands this year.

Body found in West Auckland's Swanson believed to be missing woman Wolvnie Ding

Police had been appealing for information about the 20-year-old since she disappeared last week.

Former criminal hacker Bastien Treptel on how he got caught - and how he would exploit AI today

A pizza order placed with stolen details led police to his arrest in 1996.

Chancellor urged to rule out pensions raid to stop repeat of damaging speculation under Reeves and back 'people who do the right thing'

John Healey was last night urged to rule out a tax raid on pensions as he scrambles to raise money to fund Labour's lavish spending plans.

Nauru's government announces plans for embassy in Israel

Israel's foreign minister says the Nauru embassy would be in Jerusalem.

Red flags are mounting for an AI crash. Here's why your KiwiSaver could be at risk

Not much has to go wrong for the AI boom to turn into a bust but that might actually be the better option, considering our alternative.

The gaps the All Blacks must fill in South Africa

The All Blacks finished July’s tests knowing how they want to play. The Springboks finished theirs knowing how many different teams they can select.

Fugitive child rapist could be in line for early release under Labour's prison scheme - despite not serving a day behind bars

Brian Green, 76, who fled after being granted bail before facing trial, was sentenced in his absence to 22 years at Leeds Crown Court in 2024 for five counts of rape.

Tesla shares dip after profit misses expectations

The electric carmaker's quarterly profit fell to $1.8b, about 5% lower than a year ago.

Gail Porter reveals black eye and bruised cut lip after she was knocked down the stairs at a London tube station as she urges keyboard warriors to be 'kind to her'

Gail Porter has revealed she was knocked over while going down the stairs at a Tube station last week. 

Leaseholders win landmark decision over bill for 24-hour concierge and gym they couldn't use

For years, leaseholders living in Block V1 of Battersea were charged thousands of pounds for a 24-hour concierge situated in a separate private block.

Maura Higgins reveals she's moved out of her £1.25m Essex mansion because there's 'too much dust' while it's being renovated - as she prepares to relocate to LA for DWTS

The former Love Island star has spent little time to the UK after undergoing multiple trips to the US, and is set to relocate to LA to appear on Dancing With The Stars later this year.

Police search home owned by well-known Wellington landlord Matthew Ryan

Eight of Matthew Ryan's companies were placed into interim receivership by the High Court it was revealed earlier this week.

PlayStation meltdown as gamers worldwide are denied access - as Sony vows to fix 'as soon as possible'

PlayStation, which is operated by Sony, confirmed users are likely to experience problems trying to sign in and manage their accounts, stream games and use the online store.

Chance Voight companies placed in liquidation

The High Court has placed six firms associated with Rangiora investment company Chance Voight in liquidation after finding the group was insolvent and operating an unsustainable business

Britain in Iran's crosshairs: How regime 'space rocket' puts London in range - as mullahs renew threat against UK after RAF Fairford was used for Trump's bombing raids

The Islamic Republic has renewed its threat of revenge against Britain for letting Washington use RAF Fairford to launch a B1 bomber raid on Iran.

Zendaya shows off her new Cleopatra hair look and wears thigh-split 'web' dress as she and husband Tom Holland pose at the premiere of Spider-Man: Brand New Day in Shanghai

Zendaya commanded attention with a new Cleopatra hair look and a 'web' dress as she posed with husband Tom Holland at the Spider-Man: Brand New Day premiere in Shanghai on Friday. 

Pregnant Holly Ramsay takes a seat in the stands to watch husband Adam compete in the 100m breaststroke at the Commonwealth Games as he bags a place in the final

Holly Ramsay was spotted taking her seat in the stands to watch her husband Adam compete in his 100m breaststroke heat at the Commonwealth Games.

The family reason Nathan Cleary won't join the Warriors

Panthers champion Nathan Cleary has provided a huge update on his playing future, all but ruling out a potential move to the Warriors because of fears he could block the path of his little brother, Jett.

Ballooning burial costs spurs call for government to increase funeral subsidy

In Tauranga, burial costs rose 50 percent and ash burial 200 percent.

Chance Voight companies placed in liquidation

The High Court has placed six firms associated with Rangiora investment company Chance Voight in liquidation after finding the group was insolvent and operating an unsustainable business

Of course you are going to be the $40m lottery winner tonight - Here's what you will be able to buy

I’ve got my tickets, I know you’ve got yours, so what are we going to buy when we win?

Baby sloths saved from infection by with 'onesie' bandage treatment YouTube video

The twin sloths may look cute in the alternative outfits but actually it is a way of ridding their tiny bodies of the parasitic mites.

The 75p supplement that can turbo-charge your weight loss... and even outperform Mounjaro: Experts reveal eye-opening study that shows how drug-free pill can boost slimming by 600 per cent

Weight-loss jabs are now being used by more than 2.5million people in the UK. But for many, the results can be underwhelming.

Pregnant Leigh-Anne Pinnock shows off her baby bump in a stylish look after announcing she is expecting her third child with husband Andre Gray

Leigh-Anne Pinnock showed off her growing baby bump in a stylish outfit after sharing the news that she's pregnant with her footballer husband Andre Gray.

We live in Britain's driest village: Locals adopt 'Mediterranean lifestyle' after seeing no rain for a month as they use bath water to keep plants alive

The village of Histon, north of Cambridge, has seen just 196.4.mm of rain fall since January 1 making it the driest place in the UK according to the Met Office.

Boy, 16, arrested for 'raping two women in brutal attack that rattled small Arizona community'

A teenager from Scottsdale, Arizona has been arrested for allegedly raping two women, including a neighbor who lives in his apartment building. DNA evidence linked the 16-year-old boy to the assaults, which happened one week apart on Oct. 18 and Oct. 24, police said.

Maya, the only female porter in Ludhiana, carries bags for a few rupees to pay for her son, 12

Maya Devi, 40, is the only woman railway porter in the Punjab city of Ludhiana. As the mother of a 12-year-old, she has no choice but to keep working.

Why Candace Owens claims Brigette Macron was born a man, her 'war against perverts who run the world'... and why that's not even the most controversial part

Followers of the firebrand Right-wing commentator Candace Owens have become accustomed to endlessly outlandish opinions.

'We will not wait!': Ryanair boss refuses to delay flights for passengers stuck in Europe border queues

Michael O'Leary makes clear that passengers caught in lengthy EES queues should not expect flights to be held back this summer.

Stuart Nash’s political comeback implodes: What now for his business career? – Fran O’Sullivan

OPINION: The political souffle doesn’t rise three times.

Hollyoaks' Jennifer Metcalfe gives rare interview about boyfriend Josh as she says she won't walk down the aisle with him but admits they like to go on holiday 'every other weekend'

The Hollyoaks actress, 42, revealed she has no plans to tie the knot or move in with her boyfriend of two years, Josh.

Viscount, 82, finds new love with Steve Martin's ex-wife

Michael Pearson, 4th Viscount Cowdray, who enjoyed the attentions of any number of beauties in his unbuttoned youth is demonstrating that, at 82, he still has just as much tiger in his tank as his son.

One week, 500 arrivals - including a 'mega dinghy' that brought 165 migrants in a single trip - but zero words from Burnham on how he'll stop the small boats

Sources said one dinghy was a staggering 12m long and carried 165, with the six vessels crossing the Channel in total this week branded 'Burnham's boats'.

Cut the number of choices you make each day. Your brain will thank you

“Instead of being liberated by all this choice, you’re paralysed.”

Why everyone's obsessed with this £325 stripey summer dress that had a 4,000-person waitlist. We found the high street, budget-friendly alternatives

There seems to be a new 'it' dress every summer, and this season is no different.

Google parent Alphabet beats expectations, cloud revenue nearly doubles

CEO Sundar Pichai credited booming AI tools and YouTube's World Cup traffic.

ANDREW NEIL: I'm told Trump's physical and mental health are in visible decline - and there's ever more talk about a ground invasion. 150 days on, he has no good options left in Iran debacle

It's now five months since President Trump launched his war on Iran in cahoots with Israel. But he has precious little to show for it - bar growing frustration at the Tehran regime's resilience...

Pilot on Boeing 757 dies of heart attack mid-flight with 239 passengers on board

A pilot onboard a plane flying from Bangkok to Novosibirsk in western Siberia died from a heart attack, transportation prosecutors said Friday.

New US tariffs likely to face court challenges

New Zealand's special agricultural trade envoy Nathan Guy says exporters across the board are bracing for more uncertainty.

Police task force begins hunt for sniper suspect tied to 22 car shootings in two weeks

A task force of investigators has started questioning drivers in four Michigan counties in hopes of catching a man suspected of shooting at other highway motorists head-on. Police investigators are searching for anything out of the norm during their traffic stops in Oakland, Livingston, Ingham and Shiawassee counties.

Mystery wolf slayer who leaves the dead animals displayed in Tuscan villages has shot seven of them and STRANGLED one in bizarre vendetta

Eight endangered native wolves have been found dead in the hills of Tuscany since the beginning of November, with three fresh corpses emerging in the last week.

Locked up like an animal in cage...forced to witness rape and slaughter...tortured until they prayed for death: October 7 hostages' most horrifying accounts yet of what they endured at the hands of Hamas

The Israelis taken hostage by Hamas gunmen from the Nova music festival massacre on October 7, 2023, have revealed the scale of the horror they endured at the hands of their captors.

How much is this jaunt costing, Mr Burnham? Taxpayer left to foot massive security and transport bill for No10 North - including new PM's private jet to Manchester

Andy Burnham hailed yesterday as the 'best day of my life' as he opened a temporary 'No10 North' office in Manchester.

The Christian who threw himself to the lions - and somehow survived: Moment man who believed he was Biblical character Daniel is mauled while trying to 'convert' big cats in their zoo enclosure

When Chen Chung-ho strolled up to two African lions at Taipei Zoo, nearly 21 years ago, visitors were left confused and stunned.

Forty thousand tourists flee France's millionaire peninsula inferno - while separate blaze threatens Madrid

British tourists who fled from the French blaze have described escaping from 'enormous' flames after being woken in the night with emergency texts.

Raulie Casteel, arrested in Michigan highway shootings, had far right-wing political views

Raulie Wayne Casteel, 43, was arrested at his home in suburban Detroit, Michigan. He said said President Obama should be arrested by the military and 'marched out of the White House in handcuffs.'

Stuffed butternut squash recipe

Bake some butternut for an easy vegetarian meal.

How to impress every guest you are hosting this summer without spending a fortune, says lifestyle expert Holly Bennett

The FREE styling tricks, £40 buy that's worth every penny and the one mistake everyone makes, according to interiors expert Holly Bennett

Netball NZ frees Silver Ferns to sign overseas as league future hangs in the balance

Silver Ferns will be free to play overseas without restriction under a new rule change driven by uncertainty over the future of the ANZ Premiership.

DAILY MAIL COMMENT: It is time to stop hounding parents to the grave over inaccurate maintenance payment demands

It is clear that the history of woeful mismanagement at the Child Maintenance Service goes back quite some way

Don’t just invest for your kids. Do this instead

There’s more to building long-term wealth than investing on behalf of your kids.

Heidi Klum, 53, flaunts supermodel frame in a cheeky bikini as she enjoys beach day with son Henry Samuel, 20, in St Barts

The 53-year-old German supermodel sported a tiny, ruched brown bikini during a beach day with 20-year-old son Henry Samuel, whom she shares with ex-husband Seal, 63.

Better, faster satellite-to-mobile is nearly here: Will it kill off our telcos?

Starlink already serves 85,000 Kiwi homes, mostly in rural areas.

Revealed: Water firm bosses' multi-million-pound pay hikes despite pollution scandals and bonus bans

Water firm bosses have received in total multi-million-pound pay hikes over the last year amid public outrage over pollution and bills, as well as government bonus bans.

TV ad links gay Democratic Rep David Cicilline to a child molester, murderer and predator

The ad refers to the freshman's time as a lawyer two decades ago when he defended hardened criminals and is designed to boost GOP hopeful Brendan Doherty. Formerly the head of the state police, Doherty is making his first run for office.

Burnham hails 'best day of my life' as he opens 'gimmick' No10 North office in Manchester and dismisses cost of huge security operation... after flying in on Government jet

Andy Burnham gushed about the project after flying in on a Government jet from Scotland, where he attended the Commonwealth Games opening last night.

‘At best, blind optimism’: Controversial businessman sees six companies liquidated

An “unsustainable” investment scheme that raised more than $50 million from hundreds of investors has had six of its companies ordered into liquidation.

Un-believable! The Western influencers telling the world how wonderful North Korea is (maybe someone should tell them Kim Jong Un executes people who try to leave)

A new generation of social media influencers are posting vlogs and glossy Instagram photos about their positive experiences visiting the hermit kingdom.

No bridge too far for man behind new Aoraki Mt Cook bridge

Bridge designer and builder Dan Crocker says creating the country's longest suspension bridge involved unique challenges.

Laura Hamilton reveals heartache over seeing a teenager die at sea while abroad as she says she's 'struggling to sleep'

Laura Hamilton has revealed she is struggling to sleep after watching a teenager die after getting into trouble in the sea yesterday.

Britain goes crazy for charcuterie boards: Demand for French meats and cheeses has surged - as middle-class shoppers flock to stock up

New figures released by Waitrose have revealed how demand for French meats and cheeses has soared in recent weeks.

The jingle of the ice cream van voted Britons' top nostalgic summer sound

With the arrival of the British summer comes the unmistakeable jingle of the ice cream van's tune.Nearly half of Britons agree our happiest summer memory is the ice crean van song.

Five Saudi men sentenced to 32 years in prison and 4,500 lashes for holding a Valentine's Day party with 'unrelated women, drinking and dancing'

The law breaking men were caught at a rented rest house in Al-Farouq area of Buraidah and accused of holding a party with women who were unrelated.

Filipowicz funeral: Heartbreaking farewell to father and son who died in Superstorm Sandy

John Filipowicz, 51, and his son John, 20, who died side-by-side as the fierce floodwaters of Superstorm Sandy rushed into their home, were buried together on Monday in an emotional funeral.

Government withdraws subpoenas of 3 reporters for The New York Times after admitting legal errors

NEW YORK (AP) — Criticized by a federal judge for sloppy legal work, the government on Thursday withdrew subpoenas that would have compelled three New York Times reporters to testify about their sources for articles about President Donald Trump’s Qatari-gifted Air Force One jet.

Horror as another baby sitter goes on bloody rampage, stabbing to death girl, 5, boy, 8, and their two dogs

The victims, an eight-year-old boy and a five-year-old girl, were discovered by Naperville police at the home of Elzbieta M. Plackowska, 40 in Illinois.

Inside Putin's horrific torture gulags where inmates are gassed in 'elephant masks', used as 'human furniture' and forced to endure 'Putin's phone'

While subjecting prisoners to torture is nothing new in Russia, the war in Ukraine has seen Moscow ramp up its techniques, which include electrocution, waterboarding, and the sinister 'elephant mask'.

More than 33,000 Britons have at least £1million in their savings account... but Labour wants them to invest it instead

Labour wants more people to invest in UK stocks and shares, but some people with seven-figure sums are sticking with cash.

Bikini-clad Rosie Huntington-Whiteley cosies up to fiancé Jason Statham in rare family holiday snaps while their son Jack, 9, proves he's just like his action hero dad as he jumps off yacht

The actor, 58, gave an insight into his family holiday abroad with fiancé Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, 39, and their two children; Jack and daughter Isabella, four, on Instagram on Friday.

Father and daughter plucked from China river after he tried to commit suicide

The harrowing scene unfolded in Qingjiang township of Yueqing, Zhejiang province yesterday. The man was identified as Mr Wang.

Comedian Matt Richardson takes another swipe at Chris Evans and says he 'should retire' as he reignites their feud

In 2019, the broadcaster, 60, joined Virgin Radio to host the breakfast show, which ultimately resulted in a huge shake-up, and Matt, 35, losing his drivetime radio show.

40% of Kiwis taking on debt to cover increased living costs. How do you compare?

In particular, rising grocery bills are hitting New Zealanders' pockets, Kiwibank report finds.

Rugby: Black Ferns teammates become rivals in Aupiki final

Saturday's decider doubles as an unofficial Black Ferns trial, with 30 internationals set to battle for the title.

He whakaeke ahurei: E 24 ngā ara kua whakaataria a Māori e tēnei Kāwanatanga

Mai i te kete hauora ki te reo, e toru tau te Kāwanatanga e whakahoki ana i a Māori “ki tō mātou wāhi”.

‘Scariest thing’: Family flees slip as they watch 'bank coming down'

The family was driving from New Plymouth to Auckland through the Awakino Gorge, where there have been repeated slips during the past few months.

Pixar used Mrs Incredible letterhead to warn employees about huge job losses

Pixar told employees earlier this week that their last day is September 26. A majority of those impacted worked in arts, entertainment and recreation in California

Parents of woman who died when Irish doctors refused to perform abortion meet with Indian government to demand justice

The Indian and Irish governments have promised to do all they can for the parents of Savita Halappanavar, who died of blood poisoning after Irish doctors refused her an abortion.

English gymnast suffers horror head injury at Commonwealth Games as event is suspended and star is taken out of arena on a stretcher

Langton had to leave the Glasgow International Arena on a stretcher after falling from the high bar and landing on his head and neck area.

Distraught mother speaks of devastation after 15-year-old son is stabbed to death in Spanish shopping centre

Andrew Milroy died from a single stab wound to the chest in Lloret de Mar during the early hours of yesterday morning.

Fears oil will top US$150 a barrel if Iran conflict doesn't end soon

An international oil analyst is warning global oil prices could hit US$150 a barrel.

The battle for Southland's hills: Trans-Tasman soldiers train for combat

Exercise Tauwharenīkau is the largest Reserve Force-led warfighting exercise conducted in the South Island in decades.

Zuru doll with birth feature sparks online debate

Massey professor Bodo Lang says the toy will polarise buyers.

Blast rocks homes as firefighters tackle huge blaze at industrial unit in Essex - with crews saying fertiliser exploded and neighbours are forced to flee

A huge explosion has rocked homes across Essex after a huge blaze erupted at an industrial unit containing fertiliser in Southend Road, between East Hanningfield and Rettendon, Essex.

Portrait of Inaugural poet Amanda Gorman, 22, is donated to Harvard University

A portrait of 22-year-old Inaugural poet Amanda Gorman has been donated to Harvard University's permanent collection.

A toast to the King! Distillers thank Charles after Donald Trump ends whisky tariffs

Whisky makers have thanked the King for helping to persuade Donald Trump to end tariffs on Scotch after the change came into effect yesterday.

New Chancellor John Healey tells business: I'll lift the gloom left by Rachel Reeves

New Chancellor John Healey has turned his fire on predecessor Rachel Reeves accusing her of plunging Britain's economy into gloom.

Hate needles? World's first PAINLESS tattoo delivers permanent ink with zero discomfort

If you would love to get a tattoo but can't stand the thought of needles, a UK-based startup has just invented the perfect solution.

Kaylee Hottle cause of death confirmed after Maryland car crash

Hottle gained fame at age 12 for her role as Jia in Godzilla vs Kong.

Oil price shock for New Zealand far from over - Westpac economist

The price of Brent crude oil hit a six-week high of US$96 (NZ$165) a barrel on Thursday.

I lost barely any weight on Wegovy AND Mounjaro despite hardly eating - it was a waste of £4K...I wish I'd tried the diet plan that actually worked sooner

Karen Lay, 56, from Essex, started using the drugs in late 2023 out of 'sheer desperation', having tried several diets in an attempt to slim her 16-stone frame.

International Criminal Court's British chief prosecutor is ousted over sexual misconduct claims in unprecedented move

Chief prosecutor Karim Khan, 56, has been ousted from the International Criminal Court for alleged sexual misconduct with a female aide following a vote in favour of the move.

First OE turns into Thai prison ordeal for 18-year-old Kiwi

The Tauranga 18-year-old’s mother says he has been denied bail and is being held in prison after picking up a watch he believed had been left with his belongings.

I used five fitness trackers at once and they ALL said something different. So many of us are slaves to these gadgets but this is how accurate they really are: SOPHIE HINES

I enter my bedroom at 7am to find my husband looking dolefully at his phone. 'What's wrong?' I ask, concerned. 'It's my Eight Sleep,' he replies. 'It says I've had a really bad night.'

Country Life: "Why not llamas?"

It was the 1990s when many farms were looking to diversify. 'Why not llamas?', thought Southland spinner and farmer Janette Buckingham.

Could Sandy postpone next week's presidential election? Yes, in theory

But the probability is unlikely despite the devastating effect superstorm Sandy had on 60 million people across the north-east, or one-sixth of the population.

US hits New Zealand with higher 12.5 percent tariff

The US says it's to combat imports made with forced labour - a claim previously rejected by New Zealand.

David Beckham, 51, looks just like son Cruz, 21, in throwback snap as he celebrates his father Ted's birthday

The footballer, 51, paid tribute to Ted on his 78th birthday and said he deserved to have 'the best day'.

Country Life: Celery, butterflies and Travis the goat

For 120 years, the Franklin family has farmed celery. Now it also has sunflower patches, butterfly houses and a cheeky goat who's become a bit of a celebrity.

My morning: Dame Sophie Pascoe shares her daily routine ahead of the Commonwealth Games

Pascoe will co-host Sky’s 2026 Commonwealth Games coverage from July 23.

'Someone knows something': Dairy owners who threw boiling oil at robbers still waiting for arrests

The Patels now plan to install a cage to protect themselves.

Trump threatens LETTUCE tariffs to control 'explosive' parasite outbreak as cases soar

The President made the threat at a White House press briefing.

Tonga Police put up bounty for New Zealander and Fijian who escaped custody

Tonga Police are offering a reward of up to 5,000 Pa'anga (approx. NZ$3400) each for information leading to the capture of two escaped foreign remandees.

LDV dumped by distributor: Inchcape axes another brand from NZ market

Inchcape have dropped the second brand in as many months from the local market, leaving the future of LDV unclear in New Zealand.

The curse of 'Death Island': How Thai holiday paradise of Koh Tao became a nightmarish hub of murder, suspicious deaths and rape

Local police have often explained the deaths as accidents or suicides, but many cases appear suspicious to family members of the deceased, and are often left insufficiently investigated.

The fathers driven to suicide, breakdown and penury by chaotic dysfunction in the Child Maintenance Service

Parents are being 'financially crippled', losing homes and even driven to suicide after being hit with 'fictitious' child maintenance charges, a Mail investigation has found.

Stripped, electrocuted and forced to fight each other to the death on camera: New evidence shows how Putin's commanders are torturing their own men

Graphic videos show commanders beating and electrocuting their own troops, denying them food, forcing them to crawl through mud and making them fight to the death.

Operation Wreck the Joint: 'Drunk soldier steals 15-ton Bulldog tank before smashing up civilian cars in £100,000 joyride'

Video footage shows the moment an allegedly drunk sapper steered the 15-ton Bulldog vehicle down a narrow access road after smashing into a parked van and SUV at Tidworth Camp early this morning.

Kiwi actor Thomasin McKenzie to play Hollywood icon Audrey Hepburn

Thomasin McKenzie film explores Hepburn’s bond with designer de Givenchy in the 1950s.

Tourist is seriously injured with 'extensive blood loss' after 'deep bite' while swimming in the Med off Italian holiday resort

A Swiss tourist has been left seriously injured after suffering a serious bite while swimming on a Mediterranean beach.

POLL OF THE DAY: Will Andy Burnham have a good relationship with Donald Trump?

A source close to the White House has now told the Daily Mail that the President will 'tolerate' the Labour leader for now because he believes he will not be the last Prime Minister of his presidency .

'Not ready': Clutha District to ask for more time for merger plans

Mayor Jock Martin says there is still a lot of work ahead to decide on the best path and their biggest concern is losing rural voices.

Meghan and Harry's Euro summer holiday in Portugal's luxury 'Iberian Hamptons' that Princess Eugenie also calls home

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are believed to have bought a £6.3million villa at the prestigious CostaTerra Golf and Ocean Club, a 300-home development on the idyllic Melides coast.

US hits New Zealand with higher 12.5 percent tariff

The US says it's to combat imports made with forced labour - a claim previously rejected by New Zealand.

Locked in a Thai jail, 20 to a cell, no bed, one bucket: Kiwi teen speaks of his ordeal

Loukas Rainger had his head shaved and was locked in a cell with gang members and murderers after picking up a watch at an airport.

Woman arrested on her own property for filming traffic police making a bust outside her house

Emily Good found herself in handcuffs after filming police arresting a man just outside her New York home.

‘Consistency, not perfection’: The doctor who uses CrossFit to reset

Dr Lesley-Ann Smith sees the reality of preventable chronic illnesses every day. This is how she chooses to protect her own wellbeing.

No, they're not in training for I'm A Celebrity... they're just going to school

The school run can be a real balancing act for these children. These determined school pupils balance on a high wire 30-feet above a river from Batu Busuk village in Sumatra, Indonesia.

Ngāti Whātua launches first townhouse sales on ex-Unitec land, neighbour says first stage design ‘looks promising’

'The housing design of this small part of the project looks promising,' neighbour says.

Inside new life of Lindsay Clancy's husband and fertility doctor wife: Family reveals touching texts, intimate wedding details and happy photos... as ex stands trial for murder of their three children

As a Massachusetts courtroom grapples with one of America's most heartbreaking family tragedies, the father at the center of the case has quietly built a new life hundreds of miles away.

Love Island star Elicia hits back at 'bitter' co-star Priya after her 'crazy' job-shaming remarks for working in £30k National Rail career

Dumped Love Island contestant Elicia Bailey has branded her co-star Priya Jaswal 'bitter' following her 'personal attack' about her National Rail job.

French Parliament backs social media ban for under-15s in EU first

The bill passed the National Assembly by 279 votes to 81.

Disability shouldn't decide who can live in New Zealand, says commissioner

The Disability Rights Commissioner says New Zealand’s immigration rules can discriminate against disabled people, and supports recommendations they be amended.

Michael J. Fox reveals he joined Parkinson’s chatrooms anonymously

Fox was diagnosed with Parkinson’s at age 29 but hid it for seven years.

Mixed results for Pacific bowlers as Glasgow Commonwealth Games opens

There were mix results for the Pacific contingents of the first day of competition as the 2026 Commonwealth Games got underway in Glasgow, Scotland, early on Friday morning.

Fijian Drua primed to make history in first-ever Super Rugby Women's home final

The Fijian Drua Women will be aiming to secure their third Super Rugby Women's title when they host the defending champion NSW Waratahs in Ba.

Trump issues chilling red-line threat as Iran opens new front and oil prices go haywire

The President laid down the ultimatum on Wednesday as oil prices spiked to their highest level in more than a month.

Oil tops US$100 per barrel amid ongoing fighting in Middle East

Brent oil has shot to its highest price since May as increased fighting in the Middle East threatens to slow the global flow of crude.

NZ rejects US claims of 'forced labour', as tariffs hiked

"They're looking for any way to put a tariff rate back on," the trade minister said, adding that Trump was "going to do" what he was going to do.

Battle of the supermarket freebies: Do you change your shop to score collectables?

NZ’s supermarket duopoly has gone head-to-head in their latest round of collectable items.

Ed Miliband 'furious and let down' after being snubbed for Chancellor by Andy Burnham, says New Labour ally Ed Balls

The incoming PM shocked Westminster on Monday by installing veteran former defence secretary John Healey in No11.

Global war for control of the ARCTIC: Climate change is unlocking untapped natural resources, new trade routes... and a new international conflict that RUSSIA is already winning

The melting of Arctic ice opens up a massive new frontier, unlocking a treasure trove of previously untapped natural resources, new trade routes, and strategic superiority

As Madeleine McCann's little brother Sean swims for gold, at last the family name is linked to something other than tragedy

A few months after the McCann family returned from Portugal without their beloved Madeleine, Kate McCann took her toddler twins Sean and Amelie to the local pool for swimming lessons.