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Sweden intensifies security policy amid concerns over Russian threat

The illegal invasion of Ukraine by Vladimir Putin's forces in 2022 prompted the Scandinavian nation to join NATO, ending more than two centuries of neutrality.

Putin ready to end war with Trump's help

The former White House occupant claims he could quickly end the war in Ukraine if he became president. Meanwhile, according to US media, he is conducting (secret) negotiations with Putin. Republican candidate Donald Trump's plan is to "force Volodymyr Zelensky and Vladimir Putin into negotiations by, on the one hand, threatening to reduce arms deliveries to Ukraine and, on the other, increasing arms deliveries to Kiev to increase pressure on...

Devils Henchmen MC gang resurfaces in Christchurch

Patches spotted in city streets have caught the attention of police.

Christchurch man killed stranger he thought was abducting his son from skatepark

He became enraged when he saw the stranger holding his son's hand.

Police vehicle damaged after Lower Hutt fleeing driver incident, attempted carjacking

The vehicle stopped but fled the scene before police could speak with the driver.

‘I can barely afford my son’s school fees under Labour – so what about my daughter?’

A generation ago, someone like Jeremy Prout, a consultant for 20 years, would have comfortably been able to send his children to private school. As it stands, he can just about afford the fees for his son, 11, and daughter, eight. The north London primary school charges £5,000 a term – a bill that will rise to £8,000 when his eldest moves to second...

DWP benefits including PIP to undergo big changes under Labour Government

The Labour Party has pledged a review of the entire benefits system.

Two pensioners in their 90s are found dead in picturesque port town

Kent Police have launched an investigation into the deaths at a home in the medieval centre of Sandwich after being called to a home just after 10am.

Man threatened to stab Nelson supermarket worker after being refused alcohol

He arrived dragging a road cone under his car and left without the alcohol he wanted.

Ukraine is fielding a century old machine gun and its proving quite effective

Video: Russian forces claim to have destroyed Patriot missile launchers in the Odessa region

The crew of the Iskander complex destroyed two Patriot anti-aircraft missile systems launchers and a Giraffe radar in the Odessa region, according to the Russian Defense Ministry.

Covid-19 outbreak at Summerset retirement village infects 23 residents

Summerset says recent events and activities contributed to the spike in cases.

Father is allegedly stabbed to death as his son is charged with murder

Robert Hillemacher, 84, was allegedly stabbed to death at a house on Foote Street in Brighton, south-east Melbourne, at about 8.30pm on Friday.

If you see this man beside you in the football stands, call the police

He could be sent to prison if he fails to comply with the ban.

Bay of Plenty crash: State Highway 2 reopens following serious crash

A witness at the scene said he could see a car and truck appeared to be involved.

She slammed Australia's housing system. She's poised to make megabucks

Greens senator Mehreen Faruqi said Australia's housing system profits from 'the misery of others'. Meanwhile, she is making millions from her own investment properties.

Neighbour's 'entitled' parking act sparks outrage on their street

A resident has been accused of committing an 'entitled' parking act in Sydney's inner west.

Superbug that now kills 300,000 people a year evolved rapidly from common bacteria

Superbug that now kills 300,000 people a year evolved rapidly from common bacteria - Pseudomonas aeruginosa, which causes multidrug-resistant infections in people with cystic fibrosis and lung damage, spread globally in just two centuries

Russians blow up Ukrainian children's hospital

We would almost forget as many of us are currently enjoying a carefree holiday, but the horror in Ukraine continues. This time the Russians have attacked a children's hospital, among others. At least five people were killed in Russian attacks on the Ukrainian capital Kiev on Monday. Another 10 were killed in the central city of Kryvy Rih. At least 31 people were also injured and taken to hospital. This is reported by local authorities and...

Couple's retirement dreams in ruins after major highway bypass upgrade

The couple bought 2.7 hectares at Korora on the outskirts of Coffs Harbour on the NSW north coast for $118,000 in 1988 with the view to subdividing it into 26 lots and selling it off in years to come.

Siouxsie Wiles: Auckland University ordered to pay $20,000 in Employment Court decision

The Employment Court has issued its judgment in Siouxsie Wiles' case against her employer.

Trash collector stumbles upon body of missing 17-year-old girl as another teen charged in her murder

Trash collector stumbles upon body of missing 17-year-old girl as another teen charged in her murder - Trinity Bostic, 17, was reported missing on June 29 in Macon County, Tennessee

'Hate-motivated crime': Woman arrested after Pakuranga bus assault

One person was left with serious injuries after the incident.

Archbishop claims he felt pressured to abort his disabled daughter

Justin Welby 's daughter, Ellie, who is now aged 32, suffers from dyspraxia - a condition which affects movement and co-ordination.

Urgent warning over parasite spreading at alarming rate in Australia

Australia has been hit by one of its largest gastro outbreaks in 20 years with one group becoming sick at an alarming rate.

Student believed to be stabbed at Wellington Girls’ College

A person was taken to hospital and the school was put into lockdown on Friday.

Iranian warship Sahand capsizes and sinks in port

Iranian warship Sahand capsizes and sinks in port - Frigate was being repaired at a wharf when it became unbalanced and sank in shallow water

How the BBC bungled its election night coverage

There is arguably one job involved in broadcasting the overnight results of the general election: ideally, you should broadcast the overnight results of the general election. Not necessarily all of them – 650 constituencies, many of them declaring simultaneously, is a challenge – but most. At the very least, show the key ones. That obvious instruct...

Where in the world is Trump? Ex-president in hiding for 10 days while Biden makes 18 post-debate appearances

Where in the world is Trump? Ex-president in hiding for 10 days while Biden makes 18 post-debate appearances - Former president’s VP announcement set to be overshadowed by Democratic concerns about Biden’s age and mental fitness following a dismal debate performance

Three teens opened a suitcase on the beach hoping for lost treasure. What they found was key to catching the ‘lethal landlord’

Three teens opened a suitcase on the beach hoping for lost treasure. What they found was key to catching the ‘lethal landlord’ - Michael Lee Dudley seemed like a typical Washington homeowner – until three teenagers stumbled across a suitcase of horrors on a beach

Violent Riots erupt as 'France's Jeremy Corbyn' claims election win

Footage shows hooded and masked protesters running through Paris, launching projectiles and setting Paris ablaze - as police attempt to prevent ugly scenes breaking out amid high political tension.

Lorraine Kelly slams Midsomer Murders trigger warning amid ITV detective show update

Lorraine Kelly didn't hold back on Monday's show as she discussed hit ITV detective show Midsomer Murders' new trigger warning for episodes

Foster father killed himself as he struggled to keep up with rent

Lee McHale was facing eviction having failed to keep up with his rental payments when he took a fatal dose of paracetamol. He later died at Tameside General in Lancashire (pictured)

Tourists in Barcelona sprayed with water as overtourism protests escalate

Tourists in Barcelona sprayed with water as overtourism protests escalate - Diners were drenched by disgruntled locals who called for holidaymakers to go home

Lady Starmer is out of the shadows and into the spotlight

In the 1,550 or so days since he assumed the leadership of the Labour Party, Sir Keir Starmer has been precise about the details he’s chosen to divulge about his personal and private life. He likes – no, loves – Arsenal Football Club. His father, you may have gleaned, made tools for a living. And he was a lawyer once. But on his breakneck, four-yea...

BBC slammed over TV licence as Antiques Roadshow delayed without warning

BBC fans hoped to get their Sunday evening fix of Antiques Roadshow so were furious when it was rescheduled without notice.

Darleen Tana announcement leaves unanswered questions

If embattled MP Darleen Tana refuses to step down, the Green Party will face a tough choice between its principles and political expediency The post Darleen Tana announcement leaves unanswered questions appeared first on Newsroom.

'It caused his death': Man abused in care at Marylands School dies before justice served

A woman whose disabled brother contracted a fatal disease as a result of horrific child sexual abuse at a religious boarding school is angry he died before justice could be served.

Nukhba terrorist murder suspect: 'The case blew up, suddenly they claimed he was a Gazan civilian'

The police are not expected to request further restrictions on the two suspects in the case, who were released last week under restrictive conditions.

Man, 67, touched teen on Hamilton bus, told her to ‘just let it happen’ if raped

He touched the teen's thigh as he spoke to her about rape.

Motorcyclist in critical condition after Hamilton crash

The crash happened at the intersection of Massey and Greenwood Streets in Frankton.

Fatal Wānaka cyclist crash: Witness describes coming across horror scene

Witness says the victim was not wearing a helmet.

‘World’s loneliest man’ lives in -70°C temperatures five hours from civilization

Rick Springfield fan 'has authorities called on her after she made two unwanted visits to rocker's LA property'

TMZ reports the woman gained entry onto Springfield's property twice in the past week by convincing security at his gated community that she was his maid.

Ukraine war: Why China is conducting military exercises in Belarus

Ukraine war: Why China is conducting military exercises in Belarus - Belarus has played a vital role in Russia’s war against Ukraine

Le Pen and Orban far-right groups unite in EU parliament

Marine Le Pen's party on Monday united with the camp of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban to form a new far-right bloc in the EU parliament, a day after suffering a surprise defeat in French elections. - EU election fallout - Far-right parties did well in several countries in EU parliament elections a month ago, with the RN trouncing French President Emmanuel Macron's centrist camp by such a margin he felt compelled to call a snap election.

She was forced to have sex with 8 men a day: Victims reveal the horrors of sex trafficking at more than 100 hotels

She was forced to have sex with 8 men a day: Victims reveal the horrors of sex trafficking at more than 100 hotels - INVESTIGATION: Sex trafficking survivors say the hotel chain ignored obvious signs that they were being trafficked to protect its profits. The company is set to face hundreds of lawsuits across the country, write Richard Hall and Alicja Hagopian

Final moments of missing woman before she mysteriously disappeared

The chilling final moments of a missing woman before she mysteriously disappeared.

Mum dies days after admitting killing her son, 8, in bid to end his suffering

Antonya Cooper, 77, admitted to having ended the life of her seven-year-old son Hamish and claimed to have allowed him to die "peacefully" following a terminal cancer diagnosis

Dirt bikers drive on Tamaki Dr footpath, ditch ride in intersection, during joy ride in Mission Bay, Auckland

Police have arrested a 26-year-old man and impounded several dirt bikes.