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SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket’s engine fails during satellite launch
Starlink satellites aboard the rocket were deployed but in a lower orbit than intended.
PM Christopher Luxon meets California Governor Gavin Newsom
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has met with California Governor Gavin Newsom, one of the names in the mix as a candidate for President in the storm around Joe Biden’s future.
'No words can express our sadness': Family pay tribute to Trish McKay
The 68-year-old was found dead at the scene, while her husband escaped uninjured.
This retro American holiday has gone from obsolete to chic
My vintage holiday: where retro glamour and modern California collides.
US man lost in forest survived 10 days drinking from his boot
The man had taken a wrong turn on a three hour walk and ended up lost for 10 days.
Golden State brings a wheel-y good dose of California sun in a Waikato coffee van
Small Business: Claudia Hurford sells coffee at both a permanent site and events.
Why Americans are not buying more EVs
Financial Times: Tariffs on Chinese imports could reduce competition and increase costs.
'Our hero': JLo posts tribute to Ben in divorce rumour twist
The A-list couple hung out at their $98m mansion and Affleck's rental over the weekend.
JLo and Ben to sell their dream mansion amid split rumours
Things aren't looking good for the A-listers - they only purchased the property last year.
Die Hard 2 and The Waltons star Tom Bower dies aged 86
The actor was best known for his role in Die Hard 2, where he starred as janitor Marvin.
Amazon gets approval to expand drone deliveries in US
Amazon pilots get green light to operate drones remotely.
US police threatened to kill man’s dog if he did not falsely confess to killing father
'I have never seen that level of deliberate cruelty by the police,' lawyer claims.
Disneyland character and parade performers vote to join union
'For the Disney Cast Members ... their dream came true.'
Man gets 30 years in prison for attacking Nancy Pelosi’s husband with a hammer
He also sought to hold then-US House Speaker Nancy hostage, but she was in Washington.
This lesser-known US road trip is miles better than Route 66
The ultimate guide to a trip of a lifetime.
Michelin Guide reveals first Key Hotels under new rating system
124 exclusive hotels across the US made the list for their character and unique offerings.
Jarrod Gilbert: Three Strikes policy upends foundations of our justice system
OPINION: Three Strikes sends a strong message. But does it do much more than that?
'Show some respect': Coachella crowd slammed for behaviour at festival
Coachella's crowd has been labelled the 'worst' for how they've treated artists on stage.
Boy ends up with 50 octopuses after family buys pregnant pet
The consortium of octopuses has proven quite expensive for the family.
What to know about the $30m cash heist in Los Angeles
The brazen raid is believed to be one of the largest in US history.
Biggest US public pension plan hires former NZ Super Fund executive as boss
Financial Times: Stephen Gilmore’s appointment to $827b fund ends seven-month vacancy.
Mountain lion kills man and injures brother in California
A man and his brother were attacked by a mountain lion in a remote area of California.
Toddler gets behind the wheel of truck at petrol pump, kills 2-year-old
The victim was just a month away from her third birthday.
Why is this Californian desert luring more travellers than ever?
Forget Hollywood - this Californian national park may be more enticing than LA.
Donald Trump hails ‘greatest victory’ against Nikki Haley on Super Tuesday
But the Former UN Ambassador did score a surprise win.