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Stock markets' unexpected and rare end-of-year crash

Indices across the globe plunged overnight.

Kate's sad reaction to Harry and Meghan's Netflix doco

Harry and the Princess were once close friends, but it seems the show has left Kate hurt.

Inside Dolly Parton’s private 56-year marriage

The "Jolene" singer has been married for 56 years but little is known about her husband.

Taliban minister defends women’s university ban

The decree triggered a global backlash this week including in Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Qatar.

Zelenskyy’s surprise US visit was months in the making

Ukraine president visited Washington this week, first international trip since war began.

US companies turn to contract workers in face of recession fears

Financial Times: Temp numbers leap as pandemic upends employment trends.

Biden welcomes Zelenskyy to US in first trip outside Ukraine since war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was making his way to Washington.

A diminished Trump meets a damning narrative

New York Times: Trump is a significantly diminished presence on the political landscape.

Editorial: Trump's status in US politics could not be clearer

OPINION: Our editorial on the former US President's dimming future prospects.

'Criminal statutes': Trump facing three criminal charges

The House panel is considering recommending prosecutors pursue charges.

What can the Patriot missile do for Ukraine?

US to supply the missiles in a huge statement of support, but will they be a game-changer?

Wendyl Nissen: Harry is deeply damaged, but his doco would make Diana proud

Just as Diana was ripped apart and stalked relentlessly by the media, so too was Meghan.

High inflation and efforts to tame it defined 2022 economy

The economy, 2022 was a throwback year. And not in a good way.

South Africa leader fights for political future over scandal

Anti-apartheid icon says he’s innocent of charges that he hid at least US$580,000.

Donald Trump flags ‘major announcement’ in bizarre ’superhero’ post

Trump flags major announcement while posting an image of himself dressed as a superhero.

US to send Patriot missiles to Ukraine, Russia warns of ‘consequences’

The US will provide Kyiv with the surface-to-air missiles to ward off Russian strikes.

Mystery Plane: Elvis Presley’s private jet to go up for auction

It’ll be more a question of 'Labour of Love' than 'Love me Tender' for a budding restorer.

Sandy Hook 10 years on: Police officer remembers tragedy

New York Times: Bill Cario was one of the first to enter the school after the shooting.