News

Neighbor, 74, shoots seven people, including four children

The gunfire came from 74-year-old Crete resident Billy Booth Friday, and culminated with him turning the gun on himself and taking his own life, cops said.

Far right on the rise in Europe, but too divided to conquer

Far-right gains in the European Parliament election highlight their rising influence, yet their fragmentation limits a unified challenge The post Far right on the rise in Europe, but too divided to conquer appeared first on Newsroom.

Man and woman arrested over Gulf Harbour body in bags case

The pair were caught attempting to leave the country on Sunday.

CEO and five directors out at Kainga Ora

Within a month of a new chair's appointment by the Govt, the chief executive of state housing agency Kainga Ora heads for the door The post CEO and five directors out at Kainga Ora appeared first on Newsroom.

Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally party take the lead in first round of French election voting

Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally party take the lead in first round of French election voting - Official results show that the National Rally have won 33 per cent of the vote as Macron’s snap election gamble appears to have backfired

ABC's embarrassing blunder over Australia's new Governor-General

The ABC has suffered an embarrassing blunder ahead of the swearing in of Australia's new Governor-General.

PM Christopher Luxon faces media after Cabinet meeting, following news of Kāinga Ora exodus

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon will front his weekly press conference.

France facing rise in all types of racism, human rights commission warns

France facing rise in all types of racism, human rights commission warns - Rise fuelled by the war in Gaza and far-right ideas in public debate, France’s human rights commission, the CNCDH, says in its annual report

Key events in US immigration history

In 2023, Texas passed a new law, known as SB4, that allows police to arrest migrants who enter the US illegally. However, the Supreme Court blocked Texas’ immigration law from going into effect until March 13. The state is expected to respond by March 11. Indeed, immigration has always been a hot topic in America, but how much do you know about its history in the country? In this gallery, we take you through a timeline of key events in US immigration history. Click on and get to know more.

MCALS launches new public counter service

Manx Care Advice and Liaison Service is operating a new public counter service at Noble's Hospital.

NZ soldier pleads guilty to four charges of indecent assault

He pleaded not guilty to four other charges, with sentencing expected on Wednesday.

Shops boarded up amid fears of left-wing riots amid French election

Rioting engulfed the streets of Paris last night after the far-right steamed to victory in the first round of snap parliamentary elections.

PM addresses Fatima Payman's suspension during question time

Anthony Albanese says Fatima Payman has placed herself outside the 'privilege' of Labor party caucus

Major twist in battle for late Chicago recluse's $11 million fortune

Judge Daniel O. Tiernan made the decision Thursday, after hearing testimony from two men who say they witnessed Joseph Stancak (not pictured) sign the will the year before he passed.

North Korea fires two ballistic missiles, one may have fallen on land

The latest launches come as US, Japan and South Korea wrap up three days of military exercises dubbed ‘Freedom Edge’.

Outrage over knife killer's benefits

Nottingham killer Valdo Calocane is one of nearly 80 violent criminals at a high-security hospital who can claim state benefits, it was revealed last night.

First Minister says only his party can bring Scotland ‘better future’ in the EU

First Minister says only his party can bring Scotland ‘better future’ in the EU - On Monday, Mr Swinney is expected to say in his campaign that the election is a contest of values.

Race against time as teen went missing after swimming in River Mersey

Race against time as 14-year-old boy went missing after swimming in River Mersey. A huge police search is underway after a 14-year-old schoolboy went missing while swimming in the River Mersey.

Christchurch shoe repair store moving out after 144 years

It's been in the same spot since 1880 - but its owner says the building's "done its dash".

A vision for the future: Observations of Jewish life and heritage in Morocco

Essaouira, with its rich history and vibrant culture, stands as a reminder of what is possible when we embrace our shared heritage.

Humpback whale entangled in 800kg of fishing equipment freed in Australia

Humpback whale entangled in 800kg of fishing equipment freed in Australia - Heavy ropes and fishing equipment had severely restricted animal’s ability to swim

Schoolboy attacked with metal pole on Auckland bus

The boy hoped his story would encourage others to intervene if they saw an attack.

Waikato police arrest more than 20 for offending over Matariki holiday weekend, several facing charges

The arrests relate to burglaries, car thefts and driving offences.

International experts assessing Interislander Aratere ferry after grounding, Kaitaki sailings cancelled

Meanwhile, large swells and southerlies have cancelled other Interislander sailings.

Keir Starmer: My children take me away from pressure of the job

Keir Starmer: My children take me away from pressure of the job - Labour leader says his teenage children keeps him ‘very, very grounded’

Reform candidate defects after becoming 'disillusioned' with the party

Liam Booth-Isherwood, who was standing in the Derbyshire seat of Erewash, announced he was dropping out of the race and would instead be endorsing the Tories.

Wairoa District Council Givealittle page for flood victims: ‘We can’t let small communities like Wairoa fall through the cracks’

Council chooses to run Givealittle page for a struggling community.

Bizarre marriage and divorce laws from around the world

Marriage and divorce laws vary from country to country, and even from state to state in countries such as the United States. Some of these laws are pretty archaic, while others are just plain bizarre. Without further ado, you may now click through the gallery and discover the wackiest marriage and divorce laws from around the world.

Biden or Trump: Who is better for US and Israeli interests?

Think about it: If there was a winner in the first US presidential debate, it was undoubtedly Donald Trump.

Nurse accused of stalking and female politician she met on dating app

A children's nurse has been arrested and charged with allegedly stalking a female politician after meeting her on a dating app.

Have petrol prices dropped in Auckland following removal of regional fuel tax?

From today, Auckland's 11.5c per litre regional fuel tax no longer applies.

One of Ukraine’s closest allies just provided it with some much needed help

It’s all about the mindset you choose - Stratford District mayor Neil Volzke

OPINION: Plenty to be postitive about in Stratford.

Grant Robertson steps into new digs at University of Otago

Grant Robertson has officially begun his new role as the university's vice-chancellor.

Te Whatu Ora Taranaki breached code with ‘unsafe discharge’ from Taranaki Base Hospital

Patient in his 80s was still struggling to breathe and had no proper care plan in place.

Stop the tit-for-tat: Settlements cannot be used as a punishment for terrorism

Using the threat of settlements as a “punishment” feeds directly into the narrative that an Israeli presence on the West Bank is an obstacle to a peace agreement and is inherently counterproductive.

Former Green Party MP Golriz Ghahraman’s $9k shoplifting case ended with a conviction; here’s why

The former Green Party standout said a conviction might derail her legal career.

One dead as masked gunmen open fire at wedding reception in France

One dead as masked gunmen open fire at wedding reception in France - Shooting reportedly related to conflict between drug traffickers in Moselle region

Tragedy strikes as woman dies on a plane just prior to take off

Manpreet Kaur suffered a medical episode after boarding the Qantas plane at Tullamarine Airport, in Melbourne, on June 20.

Ex-cop suggests Jay Slater 'may not be missing' and details things that don't make sense

Graham Wettone, a former Met Police officer, believes that Jay Slater may not be missing at all as the search for the 19-year-old is called off in Tenerife

Higher income households across NSW increasingly struggling to stay on top of their energy bills

A survey of more than 1,000 people in NSW found that 39 per cent of respondents that had their energy disconnected were from middle income households.

Tories warn any vote for Farage's Reform party could let the SNP win

Pro-Independence Reform ­UK candidates are 'helping' Nationalist MPs win seats, the Conservatives have warned, as a poll shows one in five Scots will vote

Paddy Gower: Old white men are scared of Māori uprising, and why New Zealanders can’t get sucked into a political race debate

Veteran journalist says the demographics are not wrong.

Former Home and Away actor Orpheus Pledger faces prison time for assaulting woman

The actor has pleaded guilty to four charges relating to assault.

Rotorua robbery: Police investigating

Police were called to the store about 8pm on Sunday.

Activists' plot to 'rescue' animals from RSPCA assured farms

Campaigners from the group Animal Rising hope to 'mobilise and train' more than 200 volunteers to take part in the 'huge open rescue' at undisclosed locations.

A decisive moment: Finishing in Gaza and moving on to the North

In Lebanon they understand that the moment of decision is approaching, now the question is how Nasrallah will act.

Light airplane crash on motorway near Paris leaving three dead

Tragedy struck as three people were killed in a motorway plane crash east of Paris. A light aircraft was reported to have come down on the A4 motorway in Nosiel around 4pm after the plane hit an electric power cable.

Brisbane bloke claims his SECOND multimillion dollar Lotto prize

A Brisbane man has won his second major lottery prize this year after taking home $3.7 million in Saturday's Gold Lotto draw.

LynnMall shopping centre in West Auckland evacuated after ‘faulty fog cannon’ goes off

'Everyone’s been evacuated and police are swarming.'