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‘Move before dark’: Fiji police urge action as floods hit
Residents have been advised to move to higher ground as heavy rain continues.
‘Exploitation’: Fijian minister speaks against cyber bullying after alleged nude video shared online
Politician says a private video of her was obtained and shared online illegally.
‘House of horrors’: Gay couple who raped adopted sons sentenced to 100 years in jail
The Zulocks' social media hid the dark reality of abuse.
Former US president Bill Clinton hospitalised with fever
Clinton, the second-youngest living US president, has had a series of health issues.
‘Sexual misconduct’: Gaetz scandal deepens with ethics report
Matt Gaetz accused of violating House rules, denies wrongdoing.
Woman dies after being set on fire on New York City subway train
Illegal immigrant accused of setting woman on fire, sparking criticism of NY policies.
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Crocodile Dundee salty star dies aged 90
Tributes are flowing for the ‘one of a kind’ talent with a ‘challenging personality’.
Dad booted off Jetstar flight for breaking this simple rule
The father of two said crew called him an 'idiot' then said he couldn't fly with them.
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‘Something quite unique’: Why UFC newcomer brought camp to NZ ahead of debut
'They know how to make a champion. That comes from the culture to begin with.'
‘It's magical’: Kiwi teacher working as Santa's elf in Lapland village
Experiencing phenomena like the Northern Lights makes up for long work hours, Kiwi says.
'Grateful': Russian adoptee finds brothers living less than two hours away
Valentina Burgess didn't know much about her life before she was adopted at age 4.
UK news
King Charles breaks tradition for Christmas message - the choice of venue is ‘interesting’
It will be the first in 18 years not filmed at a royal residence.
British TV doctor Michael Mosley’s cause of death revealed
The broadcaster and author's body was found on a Greek island after a four-day search.
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‘House of horrors’: Gay couple who raped adopted sons sentenced to 100 years in jail
The Zulocks' social media hid the dark reality of abuse.
Former US president Bill Clinton hospitalised with fever
Clinton, the second-youngest living US president, has had a series of health issues.
‘Sexual misconduct’: Gaetz scandal deepens with ethics report
Matt Gaetz accused of violating House rules, denies wrongdoing.
Woman dies after being set on fire on New York City subway train
Illegal immigrant accused of setting woman on fire, sparking criticism of NY policies.
Biden spares lives of 37 federal death row inmates before Trump takes office
Biden commutes 37 death row sentences, keeps three for terrorism cases.
Asia news
ProLink calls in liquidator, 190 laid off a week before Christmas
'This is just so sad, just before Christmas' - liquidator Pritesh Patel on ProLink NZ.
Last five members of Australian ‘Bali Nine’ drug ring return home
The five surviving members of the drug ring have returned to Australia.
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Donald Trump affiliate Matt Gaetz accused of statutory rape and drug offences
The former US lawmaker who was Trump's first pick for Attorney-General has been accused of statutory rape, drug-fuelled parties and taking special favours. Video / AFP
Gazans mourn loved ones after Israeli drone strike on humanitarian area
A drone strike the Israeli military says was targeting a 'Hamas terrorist' struck the humanitarian area of Al-Mawasi in western Khan Yunis. Video / AFP
Vanuatu recovery continues, rain coming and MH370 search resumes | NZ Herald News Update
Malaysia have announced they will continue the search for missing flight MH370 more than ten years after its disappearance. Rain is on the horizon for NZ, as we assist Vanuatu.
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