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UK police arrest two after ‘multiple people’ stabbed on train
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UK police arrest two after ‘multiple people’ stabbed on train

Stabbing on a London-bound train left 10 people in hospital. Video / AFP

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02 Nov 05:25 AM
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Obama aids Democrats in campaign stops ahead of Wednesday elections

'Let’s face it, our country and our politics are in a pretty dark place,' Obama said.

02 Nov 01:19 AM
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'She was completely intoxicated': Family sues cruise giant over mum's fatal fall

The lawsuit says the crew ignored signs she was visibly intoxicated.

02 Nov 01:03 AM

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What to know about Poseidon, Russia’s new super torpedo
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What to know about Poseidon, Russia’s new super torpedo

It is part of Russia’s line-up of ‘super weapons’ meant to deter the West.

02 Nov 12:30 AM
UK police arrest two after 'multiple people' stabbed on train
World

UK police arrest two after 'multiple people' stabbed on train

Armed officers stopped the service at Huntingdon station in east England.

01 Nov 11:44 PM
'Guns-a-blazing': Trump threatens military action over killing of Christians
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'Guns-a-blazing': Trump threatens military action over killing of Christians

01 Nov 11:35 PM
'We are writing a new chapter': Egypt unveils Grand Museum at Giza
World

'We are writing a new chapter': Egypt unveils Grand Museum at Giza

01 Nov 10:25 PM
Ukraine sends special forces to hold key city under Russian assault
World

Ukraine sends special forces to hold key city under Russian assault

01 Nov 10:17 PM
Israel says bodies from Gaza not of missing hostages
World

Israel says bodies from Gaza not of missing hostages

01 Nov 10:10 PM
Britain’s 300-year tradition of wearing wigs in court gets a trim
World

Britain’s 300-year tradition of wearing wigs in court gets a trim

UK traditionalists fear a loss of courtroom decorum.

01 Nov 09:03 PM
Flight delays, airport disruption fears grow as US Government shutdown drags on
World

Flight delays, airport disruption fears grow as US Government shutdown drags on

On Friday there was an uptick in cancellations at the New York-area airports and Boston.

01 Nov 08:30 PM
Canada’s PM apologises to Trump over Reagan anti-tariff ad
World

Canada’s PM apologises to Trump over Reagan anti-tariff ad

The ad was paid for by the Ontario provincial government.

01 Nov 08:03 PM
Woman among two newly charged in Louvre robbery
World

Woman among two newly charged in Louvre robbery

The 38-year-old woman sobbed in court, saying she feared for her children.

01 Nov 07:58 PM
Hassan wins landslide Tanzania election marred by deadly violence, arrests of opposition
World

Hassan wins landslide Tanzania election marred by deadly violence, arrests of opposition

Opposition party Chadema claims hundreds were killed by security forces.

01 Nov 06:59 AM
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Andrew solicited 40 prostitutes in four days while in Thailand, report claims
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Andrew solicited 40 prostitutes in four days while in Thailand, report claims

Royal historian says the former prince hired the women during diplomatic stay.

01 Nov 05:48 AM
‘Taken away in a minute’: Tributes pour in after young footballer killed by lightning
World

‘Taken away in a minute’: Tributes pour in after young footballer killed by lightning

Finley Bone, 21, was struck while practising goal kicks with her partner.

31 Oct 11:32 PM
'You'll find out very soon': Trump fuels concern over nuclear test plan
World

'You'll find out very soon': Trump fuels concern over nuclear test plan

UN chief Antonio Guterres warned any nuclear testing 'can never be permitted'.

31 Oct 09:47 PM
US shutdown deepens as food aid, health programmes near collapse
World

US shutdown deepens as food aid, health programmes near collapse

Airports in New York face delays of more than three hours as staff shortages bite.

31 Oct 08:51 PM
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The East Wing is gone. Here’s why it’s been called ‘the heart’ of the United States
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The East Wing is gone. Here’s why it’s been called ‘the heart’ of the United States

Washington Post: Home of the first lady’s office has been the source of quiet influence.

31 Oct 07:00 PM
McDonald's babies steal the show at White House Hallowe'en
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McDonald's babies steal the show at White House Hallowe'en

Donald and Melania Trump handed out Hershey bars in custom blue boxes.

31 Oct 06:57 PM
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Australia news

Drones join the frontline in Australia’s fight to keep sharks at bay
World

Drones join the frontline in Australia’s fight to keep sharks at bay

Drones spotted more than 1000 sharks off New South Wales beaches last year.

28 Oct 04:00 PM
Dutch player with sex conviction denied Australian visa for volleyball worlds
World

Dutch player with sex conviction denied Australian visa for volleyball worlds

Van de Velde was 19 when convicted of sex with an underaged girl in 2016.

28 Oct 12:09 AM
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Inside Mitre 10's big plan to challenge rivals and close an Auckland gap
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Inside Mitre 10's big plan to challenge rivals and close an Auckland gap

Five new stores are already opened or planned, but the CEO talks a two-pronged strategy.

27 Oct 09:12 PM
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Property Insider: Auckland getting 1734 new student beds in three towers worth $716m
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Property Insider: Auckland getting 1734 new student beds in three towers worth $716m

Who’s behind them and why the demand?

27 Oct 04:00 PM

UK news

Watch: Brad Weber responds to All Blacks XV haka in return from injury
Rugby

Watch: Brad Weber responds to All Blacks XV haka in return from injury

As the All Blacks XV performed their haka, the 18-test All Black responded in kind.

02 Nov 12:40 AM
UK police arrest two after 'multiple people' stabbed on train
World

UK police arrest two after 'multiple people' stabbed on train

Armed officers stopped the service at Huntingdon station in east England.

01 Nov 11:44 PM
Ferns stick with same squad for Northern Tour tests
Silver Ferns

Ferns stick with same squad for Northern Tour tests

Yvette McCausland-Durie says the unchanged line-up shows growing cohesion.

01 Nov 11:32 PM
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Ireland player ratings: Which opponent landed lowest possible score?
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Ireland player ratings: Which opponent landed lowest possible score?

Assessing the performances of Andy Farrell's men in a tense clash with the All Blacks.

02 Nov 05:01 AM
Watch: Thrilling play clinches LA Dodgers back-to-back baseball World Series in extra innings
Sport

Watch: Thrilling play clinches LA Dodgers back-to-back baseball World Series in extra innings

Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s relief heroics earned him World Series MVP honours.

02 Nov 04:07 AM
Injuries cloud All Blacks' Grand Slam push
All Blacks

Injuries cloud All Blacks' Grand Slam push

While Scott Barrett should return, Jordie Barrett appears to be in more doubt.

02 Nov 02:01 AM
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Gregor Paul: All Blacks rookies repay Robertson's faith in Ireland win
Gregor Paul
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Gregor Paul: All Blacks rookies repay Robertson's faith in Ireland win

OPINION: An increasing injury toll only opened the door for players to take their chance.

02 Nov 01:00 AM

Asia news

Raw salamander and terrifying heights: Mistakes to avoid on a China trip
Travel

Raw salamander and terrifying heights: Mistakes to avoid on a China trip

Here's how to ensure your trip goes without a hitch.

30 Oct 05:26 AM
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What Fonterra's $4.2b Mainland deal means for its farmers and future
Agribusiness

What Fonterra's $4.2b Mainland deal means for its farmers and future

Each farmer stands to gain about $400,000 from the capital return.

30 Oct 04:00 AM
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Jamie Ensor: Inside the room as Luxon - and NZ - won big with Trump
Jamie Ensor
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Jamie Ensor: Inside the room as Luxon - and NZ - won big with Trump

ANALYSIS: Donald Trump didn't need to be there. The fact he showed up speaks volumes.

30 Oct 03:00 AM
As Trump meets Xi, it’s advantage China
Analysis

As Trump meets Xi, it’s advantage China

Analysis: In the Trump era's chaos, some of China’s competitive advantages are clearer.

30 Oct 12:45 AM
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'Vote of confidence': Christopher Luxon on Malaysians’ purchase
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'Vote of confidence': Christopher Luxon on Malaysians’ purchase

'We see many opportunities for YTL's expertise': Prime Minister welcomes buyers.

29 Oct 03:38 AM
'We ...': Winston Peters' account corrects Christopher Luxon's tweet about trade deal
Politics

'We ...': Winston Peters' account corrects Christopher Luxon's tweet about trade deal

The Foreign Minister's post was deleted soon after it appeared online.

29 Oct 12:23 AM
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World video

UK police arrest two after ‘multiple people’ stabbed on train
World

UK police arrest two after ‘multiple people’ stabbed on train

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02 Nov 05:25 AM
Winston Peters announces sanctions on 65 'shadow fleet' vessels shipping Russian oil
World

Winston Peters announces sanctions on 65 'shadow fleet' vessels shipping Russian oil

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29 Oct 06:35 PM
Hurricane Melissa hits Jamaica
World

Hurricane Melissa hits Jamaica

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28 Oct 09:09 PM
Hurricane Melissa could impact 1.5 m people in Jamaica
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Hurricane Melissa could impact 1.5 m people in Jamaica

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28 Oct 06:34 PM

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Death toll nears 50 as Hurricane Melissa devastates Caribbean
World

Death toll nears 50 as Hurricane Melissa devastates Caribbean

Bermuda faces 160km/h winds as the storm continues its path northward.

31 Oct 05:36 AM
Disgraced former Aussie MP sentenced for historical sex abuse
World

Disgraced former Aussie MP sentenced for historical sex abuse

The convicted rapist will spend at least three years and nine months behind bars.

31 Oct 03:12 AM
‘No harm was done’: Prosecutor offers deal in Louvre crown jewel theft
World

‘No harm was done’: Prosecutor offers deal in Louvre crown jewel theft

Paris prosecutor Laure Beccuau urged the thieves to return the $177.5m jewels.

31 Oct 01:59 AM
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‘Nobody told me I’m Himmler’s grandson. My whole life was a lie’
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‘Nobody told me I’m Himmler’s grandson. My whole life was a lie’

Telegraph: Henrik Lenk was scrolling online when he was shocked to see a familiar face.

31 Oct 12:10 AM
Health chiefs warn of long flu season ahead
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Health chiefs warn of long flu season ahead

Cases have jumped from 6.1% to 8.2%, driven by a rise among schoolchildren.

30 Oct 10:09 PM
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Inside Louvre jewel heist that shocked the world
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Inside Louvre jewel heist that shocked the world

New York Times: The Louvre heist exploited security lapses and outpaced the police.

30 Oct 09:27 PM
Hurricane Melissa: At least 24 dead in Haiti
World

Hurricane Melissa: At least 24 dead in Haiti

Cuba evacuated 735,000 residents before the storm left widespread destruction.

30 Oct 08:44 PM
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Russia pounds Ukraine with 700 drones and missiles in latest assault

30 Oct 06:42 PM
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Trump stirs tensions with surprise order to test nuclear weapons

30 Oct 06:18 PM
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France arrests five new suspects over Louvre heist

30 Oct 05:32 PM
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30 Oct 05:00 PM
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30 Oct 04:00 PM
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30 Oct 04:00 PM
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