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Argentina's president admits the Falkland Islands are 'in UK hands'

The Falkland Islands are still in British hands, Argentinian president Javier Milei (left) has admitted in an interview with the BBC.

London professor helps Gaza doctors with world first manual for treating children with blast injuries

London professor helps Gaza doctors with world first manual for treating children with blast injuries - The manual will help doctors in war zones treat child patients who have suffered an injury from a bomb blast or a collapsed building

Celebrating excellence in journalism and the arts, Pulitzer Prizes to be awarded Monday

Celebrating excellence in journalism and the arts, Pulitzer Prizes to be awarded Monday - Text journalism's biggest day of the year has arrrived with the annual announcement of the Pulitzer Prizes

British government downplayed 'gobsmacking' Covid lab leak information

US officials shared their views on the origin of the virus in a call with other members of the Five Eyes intelligence alliance - the UK, Canada , Australia and New Zealand.

Weary troops stuck on front line as Ukraine struggles to find manpower

Ukraine is outgunned and outmanned by the Russian invaders, who are inching closer.

Woman arrested for ‘neglect’ after baby boy suffers cardiac arrest at Legoland

Woman arrested for ‘neglect’ after baby boy suffers cardiac arrest at Legoland - The five-month-old boy is in critical condition in hospital after the incident on Thursday

What happens to the children of jihadists who are drawn into war against their will?

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announces $1.9 billion plan to make NZ safer

The Prime Minister says there will be a "significant investment" in funding for frontline Corrections staffing and services.

China's trade war with the US is unlikely to cool down this election year, so it's working on Europe instead

Chinese leader Xi Jinping is visiting France, aiming to refresh China-France ties amid complaints about China's factory overcapacity.

Trial begins for Enchanter skipper after loss of five lives off North Cape

Victims and their families have travelled to Whangarei to attend the trial.

Luxon to make announcement at post-Cabinet press conference

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Asylum seeker waiting to go to Rwanda says he will kill himself

The man arrived in Britain in June 2022 and is currently being held at the Colnbrook immigration removal centre in West Drayton.

Russia announces nuclear weapon drills after angry exchange with senior Western officials

Russia announces nuclear weapon drills after angry exchange with senior Western officials - Russia's Defense Ministry says it plans to hold drills simulating the use of tactical nuclear weapons

Hamas attack on aid crossing killing Israeli troops leaves peace hope

The escalation came as the latest round of ceasefire talks were 'near to collapse', with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu flatly ruling out any end to the war.

EU’s von der Leyen to urge ‘fair’ China competition in talks with Xi

Chinese President Xi Jinping set to hold talks with Ursula von der Leyen and French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris.

Israel tells more than 100,000 Palestinians to evacuate eastern Rafah ahead of ground invasion

Israel tells more than 100,000 Palestinians to evacuate eastern Rafah ahead of ground invasion - Israeli army says it is preparing to ‘operate with force’ in Rafah as more than 100,000 people told to evacuate

Countries that still have the death penalty

The death penalty, or capital punishment, is the state-enacted execution of a person as punishment for a capital crime. Historically, this form of punishment was used in almost every part of the world. But as we evolve in our ethics and recognize the flaws in our justice systems, more and more nations have abolished state executions and reformed their legal systems. However, out of almost 200 countries on Earth, 53 still enforce the death penalty. Click on to discover the countries where the state can still kill you for your crimes.

Almost 40 people dead and others missing after worst floods in almost a century hit Brazil

Rishi Sunak axes plan for a summer general election

The Prime Minister is now planning on carrying out an autumn election, rather than in July, following widespread Tory defeat at local elections up and down the country.

Hungary and Serbia's autocratic leaders to roll out red carpet for China's Xi during Europe tour

Hungary and Serbia's autocratic leaders to roll out red carpet for China's Xi during Europe tour - Chinese leader Xi Jinping will spend the bulk of his five-day tour in Europe this week in two small countries at the continent’s eastern half

New Zealand's geopolitical friendly fire has its limits

Geoffrey Miller says the gloves are off for foreign policy.

Watch: The Hui investigates a hidden threat to the Hauraki Gulf

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Reaction to Israel's Rafah evacuation call

(Reuters) - Israel has urged Palestinians to evacuate parts of the Gazan city of Rafah in apparent preparation for an assault on Hamas units that foreign powers fear could take a big civilian toll. Here is some comment: HAMAS OFFICIAL SAMI ABU ZUHURI "This is a dangerous escalation that will have consequences. The U.S. administration, alongside the occupation, bears responsibility for this

Govt public service boost as unions march on Labour Day

Queensland Premier Steven Miles has marched with union members after making an Australian-first health leave announcement for public service workers.

Benjamin Netanyahu rejects ceasefire that would 'leave Hamas in power'

Benjamin Netanyahu rejects any ceasefire that would 'leave Hamas in power'. The Israeli President said Israel was ready to negotiate, and claimed Hamas was asking for unacceptable terms to release hostages.

GPS tracking helps police arrest trio after Otago tourist bus ransacked, $30k in belongings taken

"It would be good to swap the tourists and send those criminals back overseas."

Review planned for vaccine payouts as claims soar since the pandemic

Health Secretary Victoria Atkins has asked officials in her department to look at how the Vaccine Damage Payment Scheme (VDPS) could be reformed.

May train strikes: How will the next rail drivers’ walk-out affect passengers?

May train strikes: How will the next rail drivers’ walk-out affect passengers? - In three days of ‘rolling’ walk-outs, most of the train operators involved will cancel all services

Migrants sneak into US when their boat lands at crowded Florida beach

The group of at least three were filmed disembarking the 30-foot sailboat after hitting the sands of Hollywood Beach Saturday morning, from parts unknown.

‘Falklands still British and Thatcher was brilliant’ Argentina’s President Milei says

‘Falklands still British and Thatcher was brilliant’ Argentina’s President Milei says - Lord Cameron hopes Falkland Islanders want to remain British ‘forever’

Northland school board charged after student's death on caving excursion

Fifteen-year-old Karnin Petera died on the school trip last year.

DAILY MAIL COMMENT: Perils of pandering to sectarian politics

From his profile on the Green Party website, Mothin Ali comes across as a most agreeable soul.

China's President lands in Paris to influence Putin ending Ukraine war

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan, landed at Paris Orly airport on Sunday afternoon and were welcomed by French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal.

Rwanda migrants stripped of their smartphones and given 'brick' phones

It is believed the move will limit the chances of migrants being able to find out information about charities or law firms that could help them appeal against their detention.

'We're meant to be a happy street': Ponsonby businessman 'in shock' after man shot dead

Police have released a photo of the suspect.

Photos show the extreme divide between rich and poor in same city

One photographer's incredible drone images capture the stark reality of cities where rich and poor live side by side

News presenter publicly apologises for 'disgusting' interview with Aboriginal teen

"I apologise sincerely."

Russia to practice nuclear strikes and increase missile arsenal

The ministry said today the exercises would be carried out 'in response to provocative statements and threats by certain Western officials against the Russian Federation'.

Politics daily briefing: May 6

All the latest political developments, as Prime Minister Rishi Sunak admits Sunak admits the Tories may not win election, while claiming hung Parliament is likely.

Jenna Lynch analysis: Mitchell gets caught up in spin, not substance in Govt's worst performance at press conference

Serious about tough on crime, just not so serious about knowing their numbers.

Israel orders Al Jazeera to shut down as Netanyahu rejects peace talks

Israel orders Al Jazeera to shut down as Netanyahu rejects peace talks - Israel refuses Hamas demand for complete Israeli withdrawal from Gaza as negotiations disintegrate

Fears grows as the Middle East conflict will dominate many town halls

Dozens of pro-Palestinian campaigners have been elected as councillors as the war in Gaza hit town halls across Britain.

Broke Police Scotland blow millions on 'diversity'

Scotland's cash-strapped police force has spent millions on diversity staff despite being unable to investigate all crimes due to budget cuts.

New videos of deadly Enchanter fishing trip revealed in court as skipper goes on trial

Five paying clients died in the tragedy.

Single-sex lavatories to be compulsory in restaurants, bars and offices under new laws

Single-sex lavatories will become a legal requirement for all new restaurants, bars, offices and shopping centres, the Government has announced. Building regulations will be changed later this year to make it compulsory to provide separate facilities for men and women after an increase in the use of gender-neutral lavatories. The law will apply to ...

Germany has a major Russian espionage problem in its military

Police release images of 'extremely dangerous' man after fatal shooting on Ponsonby Rd

Here is what we know.

Local elections 2024: The final results

A look at the final results of the local elections after a string of mayoral victories for Labour.

Migrants set up dozens of tents along banks of Dublin's Grand Canal

Photos show the blue tents lined up along a stretch of the canal near the International Protection Office (IPO) on Mount Street.

Swarbrick says other MPs have detailed similar behaviour in their own parties following Genter outburst

"We've got a lot of work to do in ensuring we've got the best sort of working environment in Parliament."