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‘Disconcerting’: Australia says China has not explained naval live-fire warning
Chinese ships issued a live-fire warning via radio to planes over the Tasman Sea.

Winston Peters calls for ‘reset’ of relationship with Cook Islands
Foreign Minister: there are 'challenges in the Government-to-Government relationship'.

‘Check their facts’: Fake Truth Social post appears to show Trump calling NZ ‘Third World’
Second time Winston Peters has had to clear up misleading social media posts.

NZ-Cook Islands tensions over China deal could lead to ‘divorce’, expert warns
The Cook Islands PM is accused of bypassing NZ on the islands' China deal discussions.

Inside the mission to free a Kiwi pilot kidnapped by armed rebels
Newly-released papers show how negotiations helped free pilot after 594 days of captivity.

Aussie diplomat’s partner pleads guilty to Wellington assault
The man will apply for a discharge without conviction.

Donald Trump sentenced without penalty and wildfires continue in Los Angeles | NZ Herald News Update
Donald Trump has been sentenced without penalty in the New York hush money case and wildfires continue to burn through Los Angeles. Video / NZ Herald, AFP

Kiwis evacuated from Los Angeles fires, including consul-general
There are 18 New Zealanders currently registered as being in Los Angeles, MFAT says.

Kiwis in Tibet urged to register online following deadly quake
MFAT urges Kiwis currently overseas to register on SafeTravel following quake in Tibet.

Aussie diplomat's partner may not be allowed diversion for assault charge
Something had 'upset the apple cart' with police considering withdrawing the offer.

Kiwi musician found dead in UK after taking unidentified pills
The young musician had been living in the United Kingdom for over a year.

'Insert leader here': Awkward social media post from Trade Minister's account
The post said he attended a "dinner hosted by [insert TBC senior Chinese leader]".

'Do not go here': Tourists' warnings over hostel in Laos methanol probe reportedly deleted
'The only event that connects all the different people is drinking at this hostel'

Kiwi allegedly shot on visit to parents in Cape Town died in father's arms
Slain man named by friends as Eugene Robbemond, 49, a Whanganui business owner, father.

Kiwi tourist in suspected mass poisoning returns home
The Kiwi tourist was believed to have been poisoned by methanol.

Kiwi 'unwell' after methanol poisoning leaves two Australian teens on life support
The New Zealand Embassy in Bangkok said one Kiwi has reported feeling 'unwell'.

Analysis: How will NZ efforts stack up at this year’s big climate change summit?
NZ is among nearly 200 nations discussing climate change in Baku. How do we compare?

New Zealand’s aid spend forecast to drop
The forecast aid budget's $1.1b this financial year, compared to $1.2b last year.

Young Kiwi woman drugged, sexually assaulted during Indonesian holiday
The woman, 23, has warned female travellers not to travel alone and not accept drinks.

Australia waives diplomatic immunity for man embroiled in Wellington street fight
Police had sought a waiver of diplomatic immunity to press charges.

Deadliest storm in 100 years: MFAT’s advice for Kiwi travellers in Florida
70 Kiwis registered on SafeTravel as being in Florida as Category 5 storm hits state.