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More New Year's revellers linked to Covid; warning to learn from Oz
It's unclear how many of this week's border Covid-19 cases are Omicron.
Let us come home: Laser specialist stuck in UK wants to open business in NZ
"The 4500 mark has been the closest we have been in the queue" - Peppercorn.
Kiwi property lawyer stuck in UK would pay to return
The MIQ lottery has seen Jacynta Walsh's hopes dashed.
Prince Andrew's case for dismissal hits a wall
Judge dismissive of arguments from prince's lawyers to throw the case out of court.
'Not sustainable': UK health adviser says we can't vaccinate the planet every six months
Further inoculations should not be offered until there is more evidence.
I was there: Prime Minister David Lange's 'nuclear' moment on world stage
Pre-debate bomb threat didn't rattle quick-witted PM at anti-nukes debate.
Vulnerable women 'to be protected from sex attackers by drones' in the UK
Bold new plan is UK's latest solution to violence towards women.
Money magic: Daniel Radcliffe's wealth soars by tens of millions in a year
The Harry Potter star has revealed the investments that have led to his booming wealth.
'Make way!': Queen's Guard flattens child who steps in his way
The child stepped out in front of the working guard. But who is to blame?
Opposition calls for urgent Govt action on boosters, kids' vaccines and rapid testing amid Omicron scare
A second border-related case has been in the community, Health Ministry announced today.
'Angry and heartbroken': DJs caught up in NZ's Omicron storm; replacement festival acts named
Fat Freddy's Drop steps up as replacement act.
'Armed with crossbow': Intruder arrested on Windsor Castle grounds - where Queen spent Christmas
Security processes were triggered within moments of the man entering the grounds.
Queen recalls 'familiar laugh missing' in Christmas speech
"Christmas can be hard for those who have lost loved ones," says monarch.
Battle of the brains: 'Most intelligent' royal named
The royal family members had their school marks and university careers scrutinised.
Watch: Kate Middleton wows her fans with secret talent
The Duchess of Cambridge revealed a hidden talent at the royals' Christmas Eve concert.
Charles, Camilla and the Queen: How the royals are spending Christmas
A large family celebration is off the cards this year.
UK data suggest hospitalisation is up to 70% less likely with Omicron
Scientists caution that Omicron can still spread faster and better evade vaccines.
UK system strained as healthcare workers get Covid themselves
New York Times: 1 in 3 workers in the NHS could be absent from work by New Year's Eve.
If Boris Johnson is ousted, who might replace him as UK prime minister?
Financial Times: The likely contenders in a future Conservative party leadership contest.
In a time of crisis, a city fights isolation
New York Times: Frome has taken an innovative approach to mental health.
UK not ruling out tighter restrictions as Omicron cases surge
Experts have recommended more far-reaching restrictions to protect the healthcare system.
Expert's advice on Omicron: 'Keep it out for as long as possible'
It is still too early to know if Omicron is a more mild disease or not, expert says.
Liam Dann: Yippee-ki-yay, it's a Die Hard Christmas
The holiday season might be here but the news keeps exploding around us.
Surging Covid cases in US and Europe bring a 2020 feel to the end of 2021
New Omicron variant threatens to wipe out a second holiday season in Europe.
World's longest train ride takes you from Portugal to Singapore
Train enthusiasts suggest it is the world's longest continuous rail journey.
'Phenomenal pace': Omicron warning as UK hits new daily record
UK recorded the highest number of confirmed new infections since pandemic began.
UK highest court rejects case for gender-neutral passports
British activist warns UK's ruling puts them "on the wrong side of history."
'Anger': The photo that has all of Britain talking
Two pictures, side-by-side have gone viral on social media. Now they want Boris gone.
Even as Omicron cases rise, Boris Johnson faces mutiny over new rules
New York Times: Record number of PM's party voted against his plan for Covid certificates.
Passport Power: NZ's top 10 ranking in the world
Got one of these 10 passports? Then you're in luck according to a new study.
Boris Johnson is in trouble. The question is, how much?
New York Times: The British PM is facing a new virus variant and collapsing poll ratings.
2021 a year of travel for Love Island star and other celebrities
The pandemic is no match for the travel plans of the rich and famous.
UK records first Omicron death, Britons rush for boosters
PM asks country to set aside "idea that this is somehow a milder version of the virus".