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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.

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

Australia's richest person receives highest honour after amazing act

Australia's richest person has been awarded the highest honour for an incredible act after she learned about the secret horrors going on in a country.

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

Auckland dethroned by surprising region in latest economic scoreboard

Southland surged 10 places up the leaderboard.

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.

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.

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.

Security guard reprimanded for following woman to beach, pressuring her for phone number

The woman told police she felt pressured to give him her number and social media details.

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.

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.

Notable People who died in 2024

Man accused of fatally slammed his wife’s Teacup Pomeranian after saying his wife loved the dog more than him

Man accused of fatally slammed his wife’s Teacup Pomeranian after saying his wife loved the dog more than him - The dog was pronounced dead on arrival at a Texas veterinarian clinic

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

Stronger than fentanyl and heroin: Nitazenes are causing fear amongst Australian law enforcement and medical authorities

There are fears of more overdoses as nitazenes infiltrate Australia's underground drug supply, with occasional recreational drug users warned the synthetic opioid is being found in drugs like cocaine.

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.

Aussie retailer plunged into voluntary administration, mass sackings

Booktopia has been placed in voluntary administration.

Psychology scholar allegedly knifed at uni campus 'doing fine'

Mr Kurniawan was walking inside campus when the random attack allegedly took place.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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'.

You won't believe these bizarre prison rules and regulations

Serving time can be a very different experience depending on where you are in the world and which prison you end up in. Of course, being incarcerated is by no means a pleasant experience. Some institutions can make it a little bit more bearable for inmates, while others can make the experience not only unpleasant but dangerous. In this gallery, we explore some of the most bizarre prison rules and regulations from around the world, both past and present. Click on and prepare to be surprised.

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.

'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.

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.

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.

Urgent warning over contaminated sleeping drug after death

Urgent warning over contaminated sleeping drug after death - The insomnia drug has left several in hospital

Face masks return to major hospital as summer Covid spike rages across Britain

Almost four years on since most lockdown restrictions were first lifted on July 4 2020, Stoke-on-Trent’s largest hospital is bringing back face masks to tackle a recent rise in Covid infections

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

Influencer sparks debate after visiting Turkish hospital for shockingly cheap medical exams

Influencer sparks debate after visiting Turkish hospital for shockingly cheap medical exams - ‘Doing this in the US would have cost me thousands and taken months to line up,’ influencer says

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.

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

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.

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'.

Transport Minister wants probe after boy's teeth knocked out on Auckland bus

Minister Brown met with the boy and his family on Wednesday.

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

Why NZ needs to invest properly in rail and ferry infrastructure, for the public good - Bryce Edwards’ Political Roundup

OPINION: The rail and ferry infrastructure debate has been dominated by one view.

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.

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.

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.

UK speeding fines and penalties: what drivers need to know

A guide to everything you need to know about speeding, from fines to the cameras the police use

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.

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.

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

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.

Chinese firms eye Morocco as way to cash in on US electric vehicle subsidies

Chinese firms eye Morocco as way to cash in on US electric vehicle subsidies - Investment in electric vehicle manufacturing is booming in Morocco, a country that neighbors Europe and enjoys a free trade agreement with the United States

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.

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.