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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'.

Man, 36, accused of killing young mom, 21, who went missing after leaving rehab and found dead in the woods

Man, 36, accused of killing young mom, 21, who went missing after leaving rehab and found dead in the woods - The funeral for Laci Whitson is set for Wednesday in Alabama

Waipā District Council ‘back-to-basics’ plan still costs almost 15% more

Waipā District Council said it cut its cloth to reduce proposed rate increase.

Ben Vautier, French artist who offered himself for sale in London as a ‘living sculpture’ – obituary

Ben Vautier, who has died aged 88, was a French “lettrist” and prominent member of what became known as the Fluxus movement, whose proponents believed in the idea that “everything is art”; in France he was so famous that he was known simply as “Ben”, though his works of performance art, eccentric, often automated installations, and “écritures” – te...

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.

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.

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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...

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

Landowner arrested after Indian worker bled to death in case that has shocked Italy

Landowner arrested after Indian worker bled to death in case that has shocked Italy - The landowner abandoned the bleeding worker and failed to call an ambulance, prosecutors said

'We bought a rusty cargo ship and turned it into our dream home'

Struggling to get on the property ladder, Christina Miles and her partner Rohan Tully took on a major boat renovation and transformed it into a floating home.

Earl Campbell says he wasn’t involved in Napier’s Pettigrew Green Arena ram-raid

The man says he's got an alibi: 'It would be impossible for me to commit these offences'.

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.

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...

Massey murder: West Auckland man pleads not guilty to murder, keeps identity secret for now

The woman was found dead in a Chorley Ave home last month.

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.

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.

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.

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

UK general election latest: Updates from last day of campaign trail

MAILONLINE LIVE BLOG: Follow our live coverage of the final day on the campaign trail for the 2024 general election as Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer battle for Downing Street.

Auckland dethroned by surprising region in latest economic scoreboard

Southland surged 10 places up the leaderboard.

Snack item recalled over risk of animal faeces

The product, which is imported from Japan, has been sold throughout New Zealand.

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.

Revealing the CIA's controversial history

Previously known as the Office of Strategic Services, the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) played a crucial role in covert operations during and after World War II. Today, the CIA is infamous for its alleged disregard for federal and international laws, with rumors suggesting that it undertakes projects not even privy to the President of the United States. Indeed, the secretive organization has been involved in various shady activities, including overthrowing governments, orchestrating false flag operations, and introducing highly addictive drugs into the US. And as declassified covert CIA operations come to light, they make for riveting dissemination. Intrigued? Keep reading to discover more about these clandestine endeavors.

Auckland bus attack: First Union defends driver against Minister of Transport Simeon Brown

16yo schoolboy had five teeth damaged when a woman beat him with metal pole yelling slurs.

Starmer's immigration plans are dubbed a 'con job', Cleverly claims

James Cleverly has branded Labour's immigration plans a 'con job' which will make the UK 'the destination of choice for illegal migrants in Europe'.

Gang member Dylan James Anderson appealing sentence for fracas outside Wellington High Court

Dylan Anderson was jailed for 12 months in May for his part in a fracas outside court.

Traffic backed up on Auckland Harbour Bridge

Drivers should expect extra travel time heading north.

Armed police cordon off Queenstown waterfront after possible sighting of firearm

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

'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.

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.

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.

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

Police were called to the incident just after 12.00pm.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

The enigmatic stories of the English Channel

The English Channel is one of the most recognized waterways on the planet. Separating Southern England from northern France, this is the busiest shipping area in the world, with as many as 500 vessels a day plying the narrow seaway. The scene of battles, invasions, and heroic deeds of endeavor, the English Channel's location has given it immense significance over the centuries. Seen as both a route and a barrier, this celebrated body of water has a history as complex and as unpredictable as the currents and tides that rip through its depths. Click through the following gallery for an entertaining and fact-finding voyage around the English Channel.

Boris makes triumphant return to Conservative front line for Sunak

With just a day of campaigning left before Brits go to the polls, the former Prime Minister put to bed any rumours of a feud with Rishi Sunak in a last ditch attempt to cling on to blue seats.

Last 24 HOURS of election as Rishi begs Brits to stop Labour landslide

Rishi Sunak will make a last-ditch effort to avert a complete Tory meltdown after getting a big boost from a joint appearance with Boris Johnson .

New Zealand woman dies in US after being robbed and run over by car - reports

US media reported the 69-year-old woman was run over outside a California shopping mall.

Name supression lapses for Elizabeth Smith, accused of murdering Dean Fifield in West Auckland

She is accused of having used a car as a deadly weapon.

Five officers rushed to hospital after man dies during arrest

The officers were visiting a home on Windridge Way in Kyneton, Victoria, at 2.30pm on Tuesday as part of an investigation.

Russian ships dock in Venezuelan port after Cuba visit feared by the US

Russian ships dock in Venezuelan port after Cuba visit feared by the US - Two Russian naval ships have docked in the Venezuelan port of La Guaira

Russia is about to reach another new major milestone in personnel losses

Is a Third World War coming? The accurate predictions of Our Lady of Fatima explained

Every year, millions of pilgrims roam to the Sanctuary of Fátima in Portugal. This is where it's said that in 1917 the Virgin Mary appeared to three shepherd children and revealed three secretes to them. Not only that, but Fátima is also the spot where a crowd witnessed the "Miracle of the Sun," attributed to the Virgin Mary, who then became known as Our Lady of Fátima. But how much do we know about these apparitions and miracles? Click through the gallery to find out.

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.

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

Where have you been all campaign, Boris?

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

The store is increasing security after the incident.