'Evil, heinous abuse of power': Trump goes after Biden, calls special prosecutor a ‘thug’
Trump has made his first court appearance after being indicted on 37 charges.
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'Disappointing': What RNZ boss told staff about pro-Russian edits to news
One employee has already been placed on leave and an investigation is underway.
Trump blasts federal indictment as ‘ridiculous’ and ‘baseless’
Trump claims the criminal charges are an attack on him and on his supporters.
Brian Tamaki called out over false claims The Warehouse is selling puberty blockers
Warehouse says it is not selling puberty blockers or any prescription medicines.
China tightens access to Tiananmen Square on anniversary of 1989 pro-democracy protests
Discussion of the events has long been suppressed in China.
Anaru Eketone: We have to find better ways of disagreeing than 'shouting down'
We have the right to freedom of speech but so do those who we don;t agree with
Elon Musk finally appoints Twitter boss - but will he still call the shots?
Linda Yaccarino is an advertising expert who will handle business operations.
Blood and Gore: Inside split between mayor and CEO tearing a town apart
Kurt Bayer reports on the tumultuous tenure so far of NZ’s youngest-ever mayor.
Campaign to raise electoral option awareness
The campaign will inform voters of Māori descent about their options.
Jarrod Gilbert: Stuart Nash’s stint as Police Minister short, but not sweet
OPINION: Spectacular own goal also shows the importance of defending against corruption.
Sasha Borissenko: Nash and conflict of interest: Where do you draw the line?
OPINION: Are rules on "close associates" or "mates" fit-for-purpose for a small country?
How Russia tried to steer Ohio train disaster debate - with Elon Musk's help
Report findings indicate Twitter allowing Russia to use platform to spread misinformation.
'Take our nation back!' Trump says he expects to be arrested, calls for protest
Message seems designed to galvanise outrage from supporters.
Political pressure from Trump, Republicans behind Fox programming
Fox News is being sued by Dominion Voting Systems over election fraud conspiracies.
Netanyahu denounces protesters after siege of wife amid Supreme Court overhaul plans
Protesters chanted “shame” outside a salon in wave of unrest amid govt's judiciary plans.
‘You’re making my head hurt’: Parliament debates Three Waters entrenchment
MPs delved into the Three Waters entrenchment scandal in Parliament this week.
Censorship and eradication: Has George Orwell's frightening prediction come true?
Opinion: The censorship of history is an attempt to enforce a single viewpoint.
'Assault on democracy': Council withdraws support of controversial Māori representation bill
The matter had already cost more than $146,000 in the lead-up to today's decision.
Biden in Poland says US, allies ‘have Ukraine’s back’
Biden has addressed a cheering crowd of Polish citizens and Ukrainian refugees in Warsaw.
Fiji’s Bainimarama suspended for breaching parliamentary privilege
Bainimarama the fifth MP to be suspended from the House after breaching privilege.
Sturgeon’s exit leaves Scottish independence path unclear - and who will replace her?
No obvious contender among possible successors to star politician, strong communicator.
Political Roundup: Hipkins' policy bonfire must be bolstered with substance
OPINION: The big question is what Hipkins will replace the jettisoned policies with.
Bryce Edwards: Labour’s reorientation to working-class Māori
Labour has lost its connection with working-class voters in recent decades.
Political Roundup: Time for a sober discussion about toxicity and personality in politics
OPINION: The abuse and toxicity extends further than the outgoing prime minister.
Trump returns to Facebook after two-year ban
Facebook parent Meta is reinstating former President Donald Trump’s personal account.
Young people more likely to vote if they started at 16 – new study
Around the world, interest in lowering the voting age is growing.
'Go check your closets': US leaders lash out after document breaches
The highest US secrets are not necessarily safe with the highest officials.
MP to stop advertising mobile offices in his electorate due to ‘death threats’
McAnulty said the levels of abuse levelled at politicians was uncalled for.
Editorial: US election denialism infects Brazil
EDITORIAL: The violence at the ballot outcome in Brazil echoes that in the US 2 years ago.
'Hunting and fishing': How Brazil rioters were lured to attack on capital
Brazil rioters plotted openly online, pitched huge 'party’
Proud Boys' sedition trial opens 2 years after US Capitol riot
The high-profile trial into Proud Boys' role in Jan 6, 2021 riot has opened in Washington.
US President Joe Biden’s Israel quandary with new Netanyahu far right government
Israeli Prime Minister’s new government is giving the Biden administration headaches.
McCarthy finally elected US House speaker
Not since the Civil War era has a speaker’s vote dragged through so many rounds of voting.
Romania seizes more cars in Andrew Tate case; court next week
The divisive social media personality is detained on charges of human trafficking, rape.