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‘I’m so angry’: Protesters swarm US cities opposing Trump’s divisive policies
'It's economic lunacy ... He is going to push us into a global recession.'
‘Needs to be on their radar in major way’: Peters urges US to focus on China warships in Pacific
Peters is to meet with Trump officials, including Marco Rubio, in Washington.
What I liked most about Washington DC's dining scene
Forget the White House, in Washington DC it's the hospitality that steals the show.
Democrats begin to consider VP Harris at the top of their ticket
There are signs the Democratic party will accept Kamala Harris if Joe Biden steps down.
Bridging the Pacific: Tairāwhiti and Washington unite over disaster risks
A delegation explores disaster readiness with First Nations people in Washington.
Astronaut behind iconic 'Earthrise' photo killed in plane crash
William Anders took the iconic 'Earthrise' photo showing Earth as a blue marble from space
Donald Trump, used to friendly crowds, confronts repeated booing in Washington
It was a rare moment of Trump coming face-to-face with detractors.
‘I will not feed a demon’: YouTuber abused her child with religious extremism
Ruby Franke sentenced to up to 30 years in prison after admitting to abusing her children.
Madonna's shock on-stage tumble
Madonna had a nasty fall during her Seattle concert after one of her dancers tripped.
Taking a holiday in the "dullest" city in the US
Everyone thinks Washington DC is boring. These seven must-dos will change your mind.
Top NZ businessman falsely accused of being a Russian spy
Billionaire forced to go to court to defend his reputation against resurfaced smears.
Washington DC: Dig a little deeper and it's a city to rival NYC
There's so much more than presidents and politics.
Hunter Biden to plead not guilty to firearms charges
He has also been under investigation for his business dealings.
Doctors explain what may be causing Mitch McConnell’s ‘freezing’ spells
McConnell's episodes show no evidence of stroke or seizure disorder but questions linger.
Witness in Trump’s classified documents case retracted false testimony
False testimony retracted, new information that implicated the former president provided.
Trump ‘irritated’ judge did not call him ‘President’
Former US President speaks to a cheering crowd hours after pleading not guilty.
Bad boy! Biden dog attacked Secret Service personnel 10 times in four months
One incident was so serious it required the injured agent to be treated in hospital.
Republicans in Congress may launch an impeachment inquiry of Joe Biden
So far the House’s probes have not proven any wrongdoing.
Road trip to Walla Walla: The ultimate road trip out of Seattle
If you're after an alternative roadie to Route 66, try Washington Wine Country.
‘A new beginning’: Blinken and Xi pledge stability
US Secretary of State makes gains but leaves Beijing with one big request denied.
Blinken arrives in Beijing to cool soaring US-China tensions
The list of disagreements and potential conflict points is long.
Supreme Court rejects case of woman on Alabama death
Heather Leavell-Keaton helped her boyfriend kill his two young children.
A-lister’s wife's plane ‘plunges 4000 feet’
This star's wife was on board a Lufthansa flight struck by severe turbulence.
'Go check your closets': US leaders lash out after document breaches
The highest US secrets are not necessarily safe with the highest officials.
Proud Boys' sedition trial opens 2 years after US Capitol riot
The high-profile trial into Proud Boys' role in Jan 6, 2021 riot has opened in Washington.
McCarthy finally elected US House speaker
Not since the Civil War era has a speaker’s vote dragged through so many rounds of voting.
US senator offers deal to end stalemate on Capitol riot anniversary
The US House standoff is in its fourth day - also the 2nd anniversary of the Capitol riot.