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Waikato youths go on overnight crime spree: Alcohol, cigarettes, lollies, ice creams stolen

The spate of thefts was part of an over 100km roundtrip from Cambridge to Waihī Beach.

Michael Hill Bayfair smash-and-grab robber sentenced to imprisonment

The youth was involved in a robbery at Michael Hill while he was on home detention.

Six dead and five injured after bus collides with moving train

$166 million bridge linking Hamilton to new subdivision set to open

It is hoped the four-lane bridge will open to traffic in August, when it will be officially named.

Tesco and Asda face legal action after E.coli sandwich infections

The UK Health Security Agency said on Thursday one patient had died in the E.coli outbreak, which investigators believe is linked to salad used in sandwiches.

Remember when Ukraine revealed the upgraded version of a powerful naval drone?

Former Nelson mayor Rachel Reese confronted by terrifying intruder who ‘claimed’ her house

'He was screaming and ranting at me, and I just thought, ‘I have to protect myself''.

Russia warns of 'direct confrontation' with NATO

Vladimir Putin on Friday warned of a 'direct confrontation' with NATO as he threatened to destroy or disrupt US spy drones flying over the Black Sea.

Moment Brits 'become first victims of Benidorm clampdown on boozing'

A video shows how two stunned British men became the first victims of Benidorm's booze clampdown as police kicked them out of the beach for drinking wine.

Death row inmate’s last words and meal revealed before he’s executed for killing ex-stepdaughter

BBC News star quits job after 20 years on screen

Tulip Mazumdar has been employed by the BBC as their Global Health Correspondent but she has now decided to quit the role.

Golriz Ghahraman shoplifting court case: Is this the end of the ex-Green MP’s law career?

Ghahraman was denied discharge without conviction for shoplifting and fined $1860.

Emotional video: five-year-old boy receives graduation ceremony from passengers on the plane

A five-year-old boy received a surprising graduation ceremony during a flight from Orlando, Florida, to San Juan, Puerto Rico. The post Emotional video: five-year-old boy receives graduation ceremony from passengers on the plane appeared first on Instafamosos.

Woman five times over legal alcohol limit charged after ‘erratic’ 300km drive

The woman was tracked down by police after members of the public reported her.

Fire engines race to BA flight that rejected takeoff at Gatwick Airport

It's understood that BA2279 rejected takeoff and fire services were deployed to monitor the aircraft's hot brakes.

Glenfield homicide: Man charged with woman’s murder, police investigate

A 51yo appeared in court today and a scene examination is ongoing at Wyvern Place.

Police 'not looking for anyone else' in deaths of medic and girlfriend

Police are 'not looking for anyone else' as they probe the deaths of a TV paramedic, 24, and his girlfriend, 22, after their bodies were discovered together.

Police disrupt boy racers in Wellington, Christchurch and Manawatū: Cars impounded, hundreds of fines

The crackdown comes after police were overwhelmed by a recent event in Levin.

"She eats Russians for breakfast"

European political groups have just reached an agreement on the distribution of key posts within the European Union. This agreement is to be ratified by EU-27 leaders at a summit in Brussels on Thursday and Friday. What do we already know? Ursula von der Leyene has been reappointed head of the European Commission (for a second term). Antonio Costa, former Prime Minister of Portugal, has been appointed President of the European Council, and...

Four people rushed to hospital after lighting BBQ inside home

Three adults and a child have been rushed to hospital after they were overcome by poisonous fumes from a barbecue lit inside a house.

Shifty Shellshock's cause of death at 49 revealed by manager

The Butterfly hitmaker - whose birth name was Seth Binzer - died on June 24, according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner.

ITV Loose Women viewers slam show as Nigel Farage is grilled amid racism and homophobia storm

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage made a guest appearance on the set of Loose Women this Friday but viewers were far from happy to see him as many took to social media.

Gardeners' World cancelled after BBC announces shake-up as viewers make same complaint

Gardeners' World viewers were left unimpressed after many took to social media and revealed they didn't get the memo as the show did not air tonight.

King Charles shares Matariki message after dropping plans for NZ trip

The King's open letter is written in te reo Māori and English.

History’s Naughtiest Queen

In 1808, Maria Luisa joined a delegation to negotiate peace with France. The queen dominated Spain's politics and king, but was no match against Napoleon.

Celebrities Who Died Before Age 40

From tragic plane crashes and fatal accidents, to tragic muggings and unexpected intentional losses, these high-profile deaths have surely rocked our world. Find out which famous historical figured died young, and what happened to them.

Police issue over 100 infringement notices, seize cars after Manawatū boy racer meets

"We have no tolerance for this behaviour and the havoc it wreaks in our communities."

Prison officer, 28, accused of inappropriate relationship in court

Kelsey Calvert, 28, allegedly began a relationship with the male inmate while working at HMP Holme House, a category C men's prison in Stockton-on-Tees.

Red Beach Rd crash: Two-vehicle collision blocks road, delays expected

Diversions are in place at Bay St and Whangaparaoa Rd after the crash at about 4pm.

BBC Newsnight presenter inundated with support and announces 'I'm leaving' in shock exit

A top BBC presenter announced they decided to leave the broadcaster after more than 30 years at the corporation amid recent budget cuts.

Heavy rain on the way for parts of South Island, mainly dry elsewhere

MetService has issued several heavy rain watches and warnings for the South Island.

BBC News presenter announces departure after over two decades – details

BBC News presenter Tulip Mazumdar has announced her departure from the broadcaster after over two decades. The Global Health Correspondent shared the news on social media…

Fatal Gordonton crash: Waikato police appeal for information from public

A 49yo was killed when one of two vehicles speeding and overtaking each other hit his car.

Supreme Court makes shock ruling on homeless crisis

The case is the most significant to come before the high court in decades on the issue and comes as a rising number of people in the U.S. are without a permanent place to live.

Plane lands at Invercargill after emergency services put on stand-by

Emergency services were in attendence.

US allies fear a new Trump presidency may be one step closer after Biden ‘implodes’ at CNN debate

US allies fear a new Trump presidency may be one step closer after Biden ‘implodes’ at CNN debate - ‘If you weren’t preparing for a Trump 2.0 then that is the smart play and the smart move now’

Princess Anne, 73, leaves hospital to continue recuperation at Gatcombe home

Princess Anne has left hospital after suffering from a concussion. King Charles' sister sustained minor injuries following an incident with a horse...

Century-long dispute ended as Wairarapa lakes returned to iwi

Treaty Negotiations Minister Paul Goldsmith called it the final chapter in a century-long dispute between the Crown, settlers and Wairarapa Māori.

New York Times gives Joe Biden bombshell ultimatum

After nearly 21 hours of silence, The New York Times has finally weighed in on Biden's disastrous debate performance, urging the president to drop out of the race for The White House.

Parents of Sandy Hook suffers blow in attempt to collect on $50M

A federal bankruptcy judge ruled on Thursday that a Texas couple whose child died in the 2012 Sandy Hook shooting cannot yet get their hands on some of the assets from Free Speech Systems.

California firefighter, 25, drowns on trip to popular beach

Caeden Laffan, 25, drowned during a late night swim while visiting San Diego for the California Firefighter Games.

'Waging war on the city centre': Councillor blasts AT's plan for 7-day paid street parking in CBD

Auckland Transport's plan to increase paid street parking in the city from next week has not gone down well.

Concerns about driver ability, climate optics before Niwa's decision to purchase big American utes

A staffer's concerns have been revealed in documents released under the Official Information Act.

Wellington judge tells man who sent inappropriate Snapchat messages to ‘get a job’

A 12-year-old victim said she felt like her innocence had been stripped away.

Uvalde police chief seen in mugshot after school massacre charges

Arredondo appeared solemn as he posed for his first police mugshot from Uvalde County Jail after he was charged for his botched response to the Robb Elementary massacre.

Nursing assistant accused of hurling her newborn baby out of second-story window to his death

Nursing assistant accused of hurling her newborn baby out of second-story window to his death - Warning graphic details: Dead newborn found at intersection in McConnellsburg, Pennsylvania

All the remaining bank holiday for 2024 as new one is added to the list

Jersey will be given a new bank holiday on July 15 to mark the visit of King Charles III and Camilla, marking the first time a reigning monarch has visited the island since the late Queen's visit in 2005

Woman DIES after being stabbed by man who stole her car and crashed it

The woman, in her 50s, was knifed in Mighel, south of Innisfail, at about 4.15pm. She then ran to a nearby house for help.

IDF hits five hotspots in the Gaza Strip, exchanges of fire with Hamas terrorists

The IDF attacked from the ground and the air five different locations in the Gaza Strip early on Saturday morning, including Rafah, Khan Yunis, and Gaza City. At the same time, progress was made in ground maneuvers that included an exchange of fire between IDF and Hamas - which is trying to reorganize the remaining forces. The IDF also operated in ...

Hospital refuse to help father identify doctor behind son misdiagnosis

Hospital bosses have refused to let the father of a boy, nine, who died of sepsis help him identify a 'mystery' doctor who he says wrongly dismissed his symptoms as flu .