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Prince Andrew wears military uniform as royal siblings share sad moment
The prince was allowed to wear military uniform after Charles temporarily lifted the ban.
Reported sexual assaults across US military increase by 13%
Rise in complaints as bases for armed forces move out of Covid-19 restrictions.
Sailor proposes to partner dockside at welcome-home ceremony
The HMNZS Te Mana left to get an upgrade in Canada three years ago.
Revealed: NZ military quietly buying dozens of recon drones in $100m project
Weaponised drones don't seem part of the package, but the NZDF is not ruling them out.
New side of Kate Middleton shown in never before seen pictures
The Duchess has released new pictures on Instagram and a touching message.
Send in the troops: UK Airline CEO calls for military help with airport chaos
In the face of chaos, industry leaders are calling for military assistance.
'Anzac veteran' supporting anti-mandate protesters never served
Vernon Ballance of Whanganui donned a replica uniform.
Defence Force U-turn on Anzac Day parade celebrations
Defence Force enforces a no-mix and a no after-match policy for staff at parades.
The hidden history of NZ's Silent Army
The stories of flying 'Night Witches' among those on radar for author's latest book.
Cracks start to show in Putin's Ukraine plans
And the President's most significant oversight may be his own troops.
Finland, Sweden brush off Moscow's warning on joining Nato
Sweden, Finland say they will make their own security policies.
Putin poised to unleash 'father of all bombs' in Ukraine conflict
It's one of war's most brutal weapons - pulling oxygen out of the air.
Prince Andrew stripped of New Zealand title
The prince has lost his royal patronages and military affiliations in the UK.
Revealed: The number of times New Zealand Defence Force staff tested positive for illegal drugs
The number who tested positive for which class of drug, and their penalty, are revealed.
Kazakh president issues shoot-to-kill order
Leader uses harsh rhetoric in an address to the nation as street protests continue.
No troops disciplined in US strike killing Afghan civilians
No U.S. troops involved in the August drone strike will face disciplinary action.
Widow of South Korean dictator issues apology over brutal rule
Widow of military dictator issued a brief apology over her husband's brutal rule.
Photos reveal what China's been up to
Satellite images reveal what 149 Chinese aircrafts in Taiwanese airspace were doing.
How the NZ Defence Force evacuated people in Kabul
Soldiers have evacuated people through sewage and over barbed wire to get them to safety.
Ammunition shelves bare as gun sales continue to soar in America
Manufacturers are producing as much ammunition as they can, but many shelves are empty.
Defence Force to address man's unlawful detention claim
Police say no criminal offence in case of man alleging kidnap by military officers.
Shooting highlights lack of body cams among Portland police
Police not required to use body cameras in Portland.
Local Focus: RSA poppy appeal continues into May
Longer poppy appeal after last year's online success. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
US Navy fires warning shots in new tense encounter with Iran
American warship fired warning shots at fast-attack Guard vessels in the Persian Gulf.
Navy SEALs to shift from counterterrorism to global threats
US Navy SEALs are undergoing a major transition.
Prince Philip's final request denied
Recent PR disasters have meant an 11th-hour change of plans for the funeral.
Burnham court martial: Soldier guilty of groping female subordinate
Staff sergeant guilty of indecent assault at Army function.
'Murdering unarmed civilians': 114 people killed by Myanmar forces
The violence was the deadliest bloodletting since last month's coup.
More than 130 drug offences racked up by NZDF personnel - most for MDMA
The defence force has punished more than 130 personnel for using illegal drugs since 2014.
'Hero' Sir Captain Tom Moore laid to rest
A private service was held for Sir Captain Tom, who died earlier this month aged 100.
WW2 veteran remembered: A century of cricket, tanks, and yarns
Kurt Bayer remembers Alan Burgess, the world's oldest living first-class cricketer.
Why Queen 'took two seconds' to ban Harry
"It was the Queen's decision. She actually had very strong views on the subject."
Exclusive: Darryn Webb hits out at escapees as stint as head of managed isolation ends
Darryn "Digby" Webb has been in the role for the past six months.