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'Smearing and demonising': China hits out at NZ after Ardern and Biden meeting

State media, foreign ministry and ambassador warn not to take China for granted.

'Catastrophic scene': Four killed, multiple people wounded in shooting at US hospital

Police said four people were dead, including the shooter.

Jailhouse Rock: How an Elvis-themed wedding in Las Vegas could result in legal action

Elvis may be leaving the building.

'The jury gave me my life back' says Depp after win; Heard tells of 'heartbreak'

Amber Heard has minimal success in counterclaim, winning NZ$3m.

John Hinckley granted full freedom

Would-be assassin completely freed after 41 years to pursue his chosen new career.

'Depart Tesla': Musk's email threat to staff

Elon Musk has reportedly told staff they should quit if they won't abide by a new rule.

President Biden: What America will and will not do in Ukraine

New York Times: We don't want to prolong war just to inflict pain on Russia, writes Biden.

Why China is miles ahead in a Pacific race for influence

New York Times: Across the Pacific, Beijing's imprint is unmistakable.

Claire Trevett: When Jacinda met Joe at the White House

The PM's only spoken regret was wearing a wool jacket on a hot Washington day.

Florida 10yo arrested after making shooting threat

Investigators learned of the threats made by the boy on Saturday and charged him.

Celebrities flaunt early-summer vacations on Instagram

From Mexico to the Maldives, these stars haven't waited for summer to start holidaying.

PM's plane breaks down in Washington, third Covid case among entourage

Another positive case emerges in travelling group ahead of White House visit.

From Sandy Hook to Uvalde, the violent images never seen

New York Times: Would the release of graphic photos of gun violence bring about change?

'Not all about China': PM's message ahead of White House visit

PM prepares for White House visit tomorrow morning.

Johnny Depp's surprise move pending jury's verdict

Actor makes a surprise appearance days after proceedings wrapped in defamation case,

Biden hopes for 'rational' Republican response on guns

US President says Second Amendment, the right to bear arms, was 'never absolute'.

What to expect from the PM's White House visit

It will be the first visit by a New Zealand Prime Minister in eight years.

How Kim Kardashian is bringing buzz (and business) to Staten Island

New York Times: When Pete Davidson takes the starlet out for pizza, fans follow.