World
This category covers major global events and international relations relevant to New Zealand, as well as the country’s involvement in world affairs and diplomacy.
Timberlake ‘not intoxicated’ during arrest, lawyer says
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Timberlake ‘not intoxicated’ during arrest, lawyer says
By Ruth Comerford, BBC News Justin Timberlake’s lawyer has said the popstar was “not intoxicated” when he was arrested by…
As it happened: Celine Dion, Lady Gaga headline Olympics 2024 opening extravaganza
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As it happened: Celine Dion, Lady Gaga headline Olympics 2024 opening extravaganza
The 2024 Olympic Games in Paris is officially underway after singer Celine Dion capped off an extravaganza of an opening…
Barack and Michelle Obama endorse Kamala Harris for president
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Barack and Michelle Obama endorse Kamala Harris for president
By Ana Faguy and Bernd Debusmann Jr at the White House, BBC News, Washington Barack Obama has endorsed Vice-President Kamala…
Why do the Dutch tower over their neighbours?
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Why do the Dutch tower over their neighbours?
There is one country that constantly produces the tallest people in the world – so what is their secret? Like…
Harvey Weinstein hospitalised again with Covid-19, other ailments
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Harvey Weinstein hospitalised again with Covid-19, other ailments
Jailed Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein was moved to a New York hospital on Thursday with multiple ailments including Covid-19, his…
Netanyahu meets Biden to close ‘gaps’ on Gaza ceasefire deal
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Netanyahu meets Biden to close ‘gaps’ on Gaza ceasefire deal
Joe Biden and Benjamin Netanyahu have met in an effort to close the remaining “gaps” in the push for a…
Anzac massacre: The story of Surafend
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Anzac massacre: The story of Surafend
In December 1918, New Zealand and Australian soldiers murdered upwards of 40 Arab civilians in a Palestinian village. But more…
Can Deadpool and Wolverine save the Marvel Cinematic Universe?
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Can Deadpool and Wolverine save the Marvel Cinematic Universe?
By Karl Puschmann We’re used to superheroes saving the day. But who rushes to rescue them in their hour of…
Tanker with 1500 tonnes of oil sinks off Philippines
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Tanker with 1500 tonnes of oil sinks off Philippines
By Annabelle Liang, BBC News A tanker carrying close to 1.5 million litres of industrial fuel has capsized and sank…
Watch live: President Joe Biden tells US it’s time to ‘pass the torch’ to Kamala Harris
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Watch live: President Joe Biden tells US it’s time to ‘pass the torch’ to Kamala Harris
By Bernd Debusmann Jr, BBC News, White House US President Joe Biden will tell Americans it’s time to “pass the…