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Kim Yo Jong: North Korea threatens military action
Kim Jong-un's sister has erupted at South Korea, threatening military action.

Kim Jong Un's sister threatens 'decisive' action against South Korea
The powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un bashed Seoul on Saturday.

Record high: India reports over 8000 new virus cases in one day
India has reported more than 8,000 new cases of the coronavirus in a single day.

Biggest number of new Covid-19 cases recorded in a single day
There have been more worldwide infections in the past 24 hours than ever before.

Cases surge in South Korea, China and Germany after lockdowns eased
Cases in Seoul, Wuhan and the Chinese region bordering North Korea have raised concerns.

South Korea's 'superspreader': How a pub crawl caused chaos
A sudden spike as bars reopened is a warning to other countries lifting lockdowns.

Missing man's body found: Family in South Korea can't come say goodbye
Covid-19 travel restrictions prevent family from visiting NZ.

NZ astronomers find Earth-like planet, with smaller sun and 'year' of 617 days
The planet's orbit and mass was similar to Earth's - but it had a 617-day year.

North and South Korea exchange gunfire at border
Gunfire exchanged amid rising tensions after Kim Jong Un made a return to public life.

Outsiders consider possibility of chaos in North Korea
North Korea's collapse has been predicted — wrongly— for decades.

NZDF personnel overseas navigating Covid-19: 'You quickly become a caged lion'
Kiwi soldiers overseas this Anzac Day have the safety of loved ones in NZ on their minds.

Covid 19: The countries beating the virus
How New Zealand, China, Australia, Germany and South Korea are beating Covid 19.

New York 'stabilising at a horrific rate', UK's Boris Johnson out of hospital
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic around the world.

Health officials on alert after 100 South Korea Covid-19 cases relapse
Despite hopes people would build immunity, nearly 100 people have tested positive again.

Arrest warrant issued: Korean diplomat charged with indecent assault
South Korean diplomat left New Zealand after allegations of indecent assault.

Coronavirus: 'Testing woefully inadequate' as criteria widened
More people can get tested under new criteria, but doctor says it's still not enough.

How South Korea flattened the curve
New York Times: The country showed that it is possible to contain the coronavirus.

Coronavirus: Korean Airlines suspends Auckland-Seoul flights
Collapsing demand is forcing airlines to cut routes around the world.

'Victory is near': Infections in China fall
WHO experts have hailed Beijing's 'aggressive' quarantine measures.

South Korea: Inside secretive cult spreading coronavirus
Leader of Shincheonji Church of Jesus, Lee Man-hee, 88, is being accused of murder.

One man's coronavirus battle
Quarantine and uncertainty tested 47-year-old restaurant owner's body and mind.

Virus spreads to over 60 countries; France closes the Louvre
More than 60 countries have been hit by coronavirus, with infections and deaths mounting.

In coronavirus crisis, Korean city tries openness, a contrast to China
New York Times: Daegu could be used as a template as the virus moves around the globe.

'Deeply concerning': Globe battles outbreak as cases multiply outside China
There's been a key change in the number of virus cases being reported around the world.

79,000 ill: Virus spreads its tentacles from Asia to Europe and the Mideast
Despite showing signs of stabilising in China, worries are growing elsewhere.

Coronavirus cases spike in Italy, South Korea declares 'red alert'
Italian authorities are racing to seal off towns as coronavirus cases rise.

Window of opportunity 'narrowing' as coronavirus cases surge
Violent scenes in Ukraine of protesters attacking evacuees blamed on 'fake news'.

Flight check: Auckland to Seoul on Korean Air
South Korea's movies are gaining international praise, but what about its airline?

Coronavirus warning to NZ schools: Keep students away for 14 days
Any at-risk children or teachers should stay away for 14 days.