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Diddy cleared of sex trafficking in trial with explosive testimonies
Sharay Hayes, nicknamed 'The Punisher', was a key figure in the trial.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs acquitted of sex trafficking, convicted on lesser charge
The music mogul was denied bail; he must remain behind bars until sentencing.
Mamdani’s success spotlights deepening divide in US Jewish community
New York Times: Pro-Israel Jewish people have long been a bedrock of Democratic coalition.
New York result sets off Democratic Party infighting
Analysis: Zohran Mamdani's popularity has sparked clashes between moderates and liberals.
Mamdani's rapid ascent to stun Cuomo reverberates across his party
New York Times: 'Mamdani created a movement around his candidacy'.
Upstart socialist stuns political veteran in NYC mayoral primary
Zohran Mamdani led with 43% of the vote, with 95% of ballots counted.
Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness finalise divorce
The couple confirmed their separation in September 2023 after 27 years.
Diddy trial nears end as both sides rest cases, closing arguments next
The final phases of the high-profile proceedings have been ushered in.
Andrew Cuomo wants to be New York’s mayor. Do Democrats want him back?
Voters are divided over Cuomo’s past and his promise to counter Trump.
New York to build nuclear plant to meet clean energy demand
Power company seeks to reopen Three Mile Island plant.
'Hero of my life': Tim Wilson on adoption, faith and fatherhood
He shares how waiting decades to find his birth parents has enriched his own brood's life.
Controversial Kiwi start-up, once worth $38m, folds in New York
It says it's collateral damage in the city's war on Airbnb and will try again elsewhere.
Why matchmakers are conflicted about the new rom-com about matchmakers
Celine Song's new film Materialists has sparked debate among real-life matchmakers.
Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster, of all people, are the new Bennifer
The romance that became the celebrity gossip story of the year.
New York's comptroller detained by federal agents
Homeland Security says Brad Lander was arrested for assaulting and impeding officers.
Boeing 787 under scrutiny after fatal crash revives safety concerns
Incidents were linked to wing flap issues, which are now under scrutiny after India crash.
US crisis escalates: The latest as protests spread across the country
Protests against immigration enforcement in cities across the US.
Founders of 'orgasmic meditation' firm guilty of forced labour scheme
New York Times: The trial featured testimony about sexual acts rarely described in court.
Tom Felton faces backlash for supporting J.K. Rowling at Tony Awards
The actor supported J.K. Rowling at the Tony Awards, sparking an online backlash.
Black Foils return to podium at SailGP New York
A solid weekend saw the New Zealand crew back on the podium in SailGP's return.
Why has Dame Jacinda Ardern vanished from NZ? Popular US magazine reviews ex-PM's memoir
The New Yorker has picked apart her Covid-19 response and NZ's reaction to her policies.
Black Foils 'in the hunt' after unusual day at SailGP New York
The Kiwi crew offset the bad with great to sit fourth after the day's racing.
'A bit strange': How Black Foils adjusted to SailGP's unexpected three-month break
The New Zealand team return to the water sitting fourth on the overall leaderboard.
Security guard claims Diddy paid US$100k to hide assault video
Guard testified on day of trial chaos as woman disrupts court.
Discover wearable art in Auckland, rare penguins in Otago and free kayaking in NYC
From eco escapes to fiery red wines, here’s what to explore this week.
Combs' former staffer tells court texts from star left her 'terrified'
President Donald Trump said he'd consider pardoning hip-hop star but hasn't been asked.
M*A*S*H star Loretta Swit dies at 87 in New York
She played Major Margaret 'Hot Lips' Houlihan in the comedy series from 1972 to 1983.