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5,000 Armed Forces sue over MoD payroll hack by Chinese hackers

Thousands of Armed Forces personnel are to launch legal action over their data being compromised by Chinese state hackers.

2024-07-03T07:17:33Z

Sydney University stabbing: Online radicalisation in focus after campus stabbing by 14-year-old

Online radicalisation of young people is under scrutiny once more.

2024-07-03T01:20:14Z

Sierra Leone brings in new law banning child marriage

Sierra Leone brings in new law banning child marriage - ‘Freedom has come for our women,’ says president

2024-07-03T05:03:18Z

Leaders of Russia and China to meet in Central Asian summit in a show of deepening cooperation

Leaders of Russia and China to meet in Central Asian summit in a show of deepening cooperation - Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping will meet Thursday for the second time in as many months as they travel to Kazakhstan for a session of an international group founded to counter Western alliances

2024-07-03T04:18:56Z

Rotorua’s Edmund Road Four Square robbed by trio, store smashed up

The store is increasing security after the incident.

2024-07-03T01:50:16Z

Socotra—an unworldly island in the Arabian Sea

Remote and isolated, the Socotra archipelago is often described as the "most alien-looking place on Earth." The islands, part of Yemen, are scattered in the Arabian Sea, with Socotra, the largest island, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. But while once a discerning destination for hardcore adventure tourists, visitor numbers have dwindled since the outbreak of the Yemeni civil war in 2014. Browse this gallery and get an idea of what this unworldly island looks like.

2024-01-30T18:49:45Z

NHS staff hearing loss highlighted by Covid masks

A deaf nurse is researching ways to help keep deaf nurses working in the NHS.

2024-07-02T22:13:36Z

Michael Gove calls Keir Starmer the 'Jellyfish of British Politics'

Michael Gove shows unwavering support for Conservative Party Leader Rishi Sunak at his late night campaign in London. Labelling Labour leader Keir as the 'Jellyfish of British Politics!'

2024-07-03T02:06:04Z

Armed police cordon off Queenstown waterfront after possible sighting of firearm

Police confirmed it was, in fact, an umbrella, not a firearm.

2024-07-03T03:50:52Z

Fears Channel Ten could be axed in TWO Australian states - after shutdown in major city caused outrage

Ten stopped airing live in Mildura, Victoria, at midnight on Sunday in a huge blow to its media network Network 10, with the move prompting outrage from locals.

2024-07-03T06:02:24Z

Countries with the highest (and lowest) concentration of immigrants

Global migration and immigration are felt and experienced everywhere and by each of us. There are countries out there that boast high immigrant populations, while others have next to nothing. By understanding the patterns of migration, we can better understand the lives of immigrants and nonimmigrants alike. Whether it's the lure of a promising job market, or discouraging and restrictive immigration policies, the things that invite (or deter) immigrants are important to consider. This gallery will not only list the nations with the highest and lowest immigration populations, but also explain the 'why' behind both realities. Click through to discover more.

2024-05-28T06:02:39Z

How former Conservative voters could smash Keir Starmer's lead

Labour's lead over the Tories could dip into 'single figures' if enough disaffected voters return to the Conservative fold, a new Lord Ashcroft poll finds today.

2024-07-02T21:21:39Z

Court rejects sentence appeal of Tīrau mother, Southern Thompson, who murdered her daughter

Southern Thompson said her difficult background and remorse warranted a greater discount.

2024-07-03T07:21:13Z

Truck’s load downs power line, leads to Hastings road closure

Police were called to the incident just after 12.00pm.

2024-07-03T02:50:24Z

Suspicious doctors at Lucy Letby's hospital 'dismissed as complainers'

NHS bosses are alleged to have put the reputation of the Countess of Chester Hospital above mounting evidence that they had a serial killer on their payroll.

2024-07-03T06:36:44Z

Jail for Ashburton woman who fatally plunged knife 12cm into partner’s head

A woman was sentenced for the manslaughter of her partner in Ashburton in 2019.

2024-07-03T04:20:59Z

A successful woman, police officer boyfriend and a murder trial that tore a town apart.

If you're into true crime, TikTok, or the endless rabbit hole that is an amalgamation of both, CrimeTok, chances are you've heard the name Karen Read. It's the name of a woman central to a murder trial that has played out in real time over the past eight weeks and it has all the ingredients of a binge-worthy TV serial. What happened ... Continued

2024-07-03T06:30:59Z

Worker took boss to court over office return refusal, referred to AFP

Imran Karim Budhwani claimed he had been unfairly dismissed by IT multinational Infosys after he refused to return to the office after the Covid pandemic.

2024-07-03T01:50:53Z

Role of Friday nights in faith is obvious, says Starmer in ‘part-time PM’ row

Sir Keir Starmer has said it is “blindingly obvious” that Friday nights are important to some religious groups after a row over whether he should finish work at 6pm on Fridays. The Labour leader, whose wife is Jewish, was accused by the Tories of planning to be a “part-time prime minister” when he suggested he would want to clock out at 6pm on Frid...

2024-07-02T13:05:13Z

What was the fake disease that saved dozens of Jews during WWII?

It was one of the most audacious ploys of the Second World War: a fake disease with no cure that saved dozens of Jews from the Nazis in occupied Rome. The fictitious disorder was known as Syndrome K, and was 'treated' in a hospital right under the noses of the Germans. Fearing infection, the Gestapo and SS refrained from investigating the hospital. But soon clues began to unravel about the mysterious malady. If the ruse was discovered, the repercussions would be swift and deadly. So, what was Syndrome K, and what were the reasons behind its invention? Click through and find out more about the lethal wartime contagion that never was.

2024-01-19T12:40:42Z

The anti-Zionism of some rabbinical students is a poisonous self-deception

In today’s all-or-nothing world, fools treat politics like it’s theology, a forever-clash of good and evil, while too many infect the rich, complex Jewish religion with Arab street politics.

2024-07-02T22:16:03Z

Over 200 French election candidates quit o block hard-Right party

Opponents of RN have tactically banded together, pulling out candidates in 218 constituencies where uniting anti-Right voters could deny the RN victory

2024-07-03T06:47:36Z

US presidents without college degrees

It's hard to imagine that you could become a US president without a university education, but there are several examples that prove otherwise, In fact, did you know that it's not a requirement to have a college degree to be sworn into the White House? The US Constitution doesn't set forth any education requirements for presidents. And while it's common for presidents to have a degree from America's most elite universities, this wasn't always a prime consideration among voters. When we look back at former heads of state, fewer than half of the nation's first 24 presidents held college degrees. Click on to discover who they are.

2024-05-07T15:04:19Z

Rent increase: Hauraki mayor and councillors to visit tenants amid new proposal

Mayor Toby Adams and his councillors will visit tenants to discuss rent increases.

2024-07-03T05:20:48Z

SNP manifesto 2024: John Swinney’s election policies at a glance

The SNP will face its first national election tomorrow since Nicola Sturgeon stood down as SNP leader in March 2023. The Scottish Nationalists won 48 of Scotland’s Westminster seats in the 2019 election but polls suggest they are on course to lose at least half at the general election thanks to a combination of a resurgent Labour Party, the Scottis...

2024-06-19T17:30:01Z

Historical documents that changed the world

Some of the most defining moments in world history have been recorded in reports, acts, and manifestos—documents that serve as written proof of the changes or actions that have influenced society and the way we live. This evidence ranges from ancient ink on papyrus to digital transcripts published on the internet, with much of it signed off by individuals of enormous power and influence. Click on and read through the historical documents that changed the world.

2022-11-24T14:32:02Z

First Ladies who dabbled in the occult

Many famous people engage with the world of the occult, and the First Ladies of the United States are no exception. From the years of Spiritualism and séances to palm reading, astrology, and everything in between, there were several women who brought esoteric practices and the supernatural into the White House. In this gallery, you'll get to know which First Ladies dabbled in the occult and their fascinating stories. Click on.

2024-05-09T09:09:35Z

'Tip of the iceberg': Shocking data shows number of protected species being killed by commercial fishers

Dozens of albatrosses, fur seals, dolphins and penguins have been killed by trawling nets - and that's just from a fraction of boats.

2024-07-03T07:42:37Z

Lucy Letby murdered seven babies. Now she's been found guilty of trying to kill another one.

Former nurse Lucy Letby has been found guilty of trying to murder another newborn baby, adding to convictions from last year that made her the United Kingdom's most prolific serial child killer of modern times.The newborn in question, referred to in court as Baby K, was a premature baby girl.34-year-old Letby was found guilty last August of murdering seven babies and trying ... Continued

2024-07-02T23:29:47Z

Angel Baby Doe breakthrough as mother is arrested

Shelby Stotts, 48, left, has been arrested for allegedly leaving the baby girl to die on the side of the road in November 2001.

2024-07-02T22:50:20Z

Teenage girl, 17, dies after 'being spiked' at drum and bass festiva

Emily Stokes tragically passed away at the Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother Hospital in Margate, Kent, after attending the event on Saturday June 29.

2024-07-03T08:06:58Z

Auckland dognapping: Missing pooch found in Manurewa after incident goes global

Messages from across world support elderly couple whose dog was taken from Weymouth home.

2024-07-03T02:50:22Z

Ivanka Trump opens up for the first time about father's legal battles

During an on-camera interview with Lex Fridman, the 42-year-old spoke about the Donald Trump 's long series of legal entanglements.

2024-07-02T22:05:22Z

Yacht sinks on its mooring in Christchurch’s Lyttelton Harbour

Salvage attempts were made but had to be abandoned due to dangerous conditions.

2024-07-02T22:49:42Z

Father and son rescued in Ruahine Forest Park helped by survival skills, quick thinking

Duo were off the track and facing huge waterfalls: 'Fall over them and die kind of stuff'.

2024-07-03T01:50:14Z

US sends back 116 Chinese migrants in first mass deportation in five years

US sends back 116 Chinese migrants in first mass deportation in five years - Homeland Security says it is planning more such deportation flights to crackdown on illegal migrants

2024-07-03T08:18:50Z

Customers ransacked Portland furniture warehouse after a ‘free’ sign was erected. Then the owner found out

Customers ransacked Portland furniture warehouse after a ‘free’ sign was erected. Then the owner found out - An attorney for the warehouse owners are asking anyone who took items during the ‘feeding frenzy’ to return the stolen goods

2024-07-02T21:47:09Z

Was Alaska really owned by Russia?

Few realize that Russia established colonies in North America. But it's a fact that in the mid-18th century, Russia had begun encroaching into Alaskan territory. Eventually, the Russian Empire even had a toehold as far south as California. Fueling this expansion was the Russian-American Company, a trading monopoly centered on the lucrative fur trade. But how exactly did the Russians settle in Alaska, and why did they feel compelled to venture beyond those chilly climes? Click and learn more about when Russia colonized North America.

2024-01-16T20:22:04Z

Ukrainian parents are forced to put children in Putin's 'summer camps'

Russia is using a chilling tactic against Ukrainians trapped in occupied territories by demanding a 'tax' from parents that involves handing over one of their children.

2024-07-03T07:47:41Z

Aussie arrested in own home accuses police of racial profiling

Tuck, 38, has lodged a formal complaint with ACT Police after the incident at his unit in the inner south Canberra suburb of Narrabundah on June 27.

2024-07-03T06:51:39Z

Vet praised for incredible response after owners bring in 7-week-old puppy to be euthanised

Without disclosing the family's reasons for wanting the puppy euthanised, Dr Reeve shared some more details on Toby's story - which has a much happier ending than beginning.

2024-07-03T02:13:36Z

Climate changed: Why our scientists are having to redefine ‘normal’ in 2024

Global warming is forcing scientists to redefine what New Zealand’s 'normal' climate is.

2024-07-03T00:51:08Z

How a malicious phone call almost collapsed Lucy Letby's first trial

The first trial of neo-natal nurse Lucy Letby almost collapsed at the 11th hour when a malicious caller claimed one of the jurors was biased against her, it can be revealed today.

2024-07-03T00:50:42Z

Banking Ombudsman releases recordings of complainant’s ‘private’ phone conversations to Westpac

Westpac says it hasn't listened to the recordings and will hand them back in 'good faith'.

2024-07-03T05:20:55Z

Moldovan separatists complain to EU about central government

By Alexander Tanas CHISINAU (Reuters) - A week after the European Union launched membership talks with Moldova, the country's separatist region complained on Tuesday that central authorities had ignored its proposals to settle their long-running dispute and imposed a "banking blockade". The leader of the pro-Russian separatist Transdniestria region, Igor Krasnoselsky, told the EU ambassador in a

2024-07-02T22:31:58Z

Aussie retailer plunged into voluntary administration, mass sackings

Booktopia has been placed in voluntary administration.

2024-07-03T01:35:45Z

Rishi Sunak recruits Boris Johnson's help in last-ditch attempt to stop 'Starmergeddon'

Where have you been all campaign, Boris?

2024-07-03T06:19:47Z

Teenager accused of strangling college administrator mother to death

A 19-year-old Indiana man now faces decades in prison and questions about his mental health after strangling his mother to death for extremely petty reasons.

2024-07-03T00:05:36Z

From Auckland Zoo to Kelly Tarlton’s: Sickest turtle ever makes near full recovery

Kelly Tarlton's introduces Hine to Turtle Bay as she continues her rehabilitation.

2024-07-03T05:51:09Z

Deadly discovery found lurking in a plie of shoes

A Queensland family were left stunned after making a deadly discovery in a pile of shoes left outside their home.

2024-07-03T05:47:46Z