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Hawke's Bay man missing for months found dead during severe weather

A man who has been missing since mid-March was found dead during flooding in Hawke's Bay earlier this week.

Farage surrounded by pro-refugee protestors upon Question Time arrival

The Reform UK leader was earlier seen hot-footing it into the venue hosting tonight's leaders' debate ahead of the General Election , amid shouts from pro-refugee protesters outside the studio.

This mysterious secret society was popular among American presidents

The Freemasons are one of world's oldest fraternal organizations. Established in the early 1700s, the roots of Freemasonry go back many centuries prior, to medieval times. Because it's a rather select and private group, the Masons have been subject to suspicion and speculation, and plenty of conspiracy theories! But the truth is that many prominent figures of the past and present were and are members, including several US presidents. Curious to find out how Freemasonry helped shape the United States? Click on and meet America's Masonic presidents.

Murders that changed the world

Murders are always horrific, but some are more shocking and have greater impact than others. Political leaders, famous artists, and other powerful people have been victims of homicides that may have changed the course of history. Click here to see which homicides made waves.

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.

Panama’s next president meets migrants at the Darien Gap, promises to shut down the perilous route

Panama’s next president meets migrants at the Darien Gap, promises to shut down the perilous route - Panama’s president-elect José Raúl Mulino is visiting the jungle province of Darien, where he was to face one of his biggest challenges: controlling the world’s busiest migration route from South America bound for the United States

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.

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

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.

'Wise' face of ancient Egypt's most powerful is revealed

Ancient Egypt's most powerful ruler lived to around 90 years old - and scientists have seen his face for the first time in more than 3,200 years. The team reconstructed the look using his skull.

Jonathan Ashworth hits out at Tories with mock mortgage advert

Labour's Jonathan Ashworth said he is going "on the hunt for Hunt" as he accused the Chancellor of shredding his own manifesto. As the shadow paymaster general unveiled a faux "Rishi's mega mortgages" shopfront aimed at highlighting the Tories' impact on mortgages, Mr Ashworth questioned if anyone had seen Jeremy Hunt out campaigning since the General Election was called. Speaking from Croydon, he said: "We are here today to unveil our latest estate agent shop, Rishi Sunak's mega mortgages, because we know with five more years of the Tories, means five more years of paying more on your mortgage."

How do viruses jump from animals to humans?

Humans and animals are living in closer proximity than ever before. The demands on the livestock industry and the environment in general are intensifying thanks to our ever expanding population. The pandemic is raising questions about these practices, and how they may have contributed to this global crisis. Indeed, when you examine what it takes for an animal virus to jump to a human, it's quite clear that we're increasing the risk of catching viruses like the coronavirus. Click through the following gallery to see how it all works.

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.

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.

Liverpool have secret weapon in Riccardo Calafiori race as Romano drops late evening bombshell

Bologna’s hold of highly-rated defender Riccardo Calafiori this summer is slipping. Juventus is understood to be a more than ideal next destination for the 22-year-old in the current window, as reported by Fabrizio Romano.

Notable People who died in 2024

Jill Biden praises Joe 'like a child' for answering all the questions

The 81-year-old US President's wife helped him on to stage at a 'Let's Go Joe' event in Atlanta where she then appeared to baby him about how well he had performed against his rival.

Nigel Farage is turning into Trump and not just his attitude to Russia

QUENTIN LETTS: Nigel Farage is turning into Donald Trump , and not just in his attitude to Russia. The Reform leader took himself to Sunderland for a lunchtime rally.

Einstein, teleportation, and the mysterious "Philadelphia Experiment"

In 1955, details emerged of a military experiment conducted by the US Navy that has endured as a bizarre Second World War conspiracy. According to an eyewitness, 12 years earlier a warship had suddenly disappeared from a Philadelphia shipyard. It reappeared several minutes later. What had just happened? It's an incredible story that involves Albert Einstein, the theory of teleportation, and the possibility of extraterrestrial life. Fact or fiction? You decide. Click through and relive the moment when aliens were blamed for abducting a battleship.

Spanish cops looking for Jay Slater issue mass appeal for volunteers

The search will focus on the Masca gorge, around 3000ft above sea level and which has been combed by police, drones, dogs and helicopters since he was reported missing.

Free ponies and other crazy promises made by American politicians

Politicians make promises—that's just part of the job. But while many of these promises are coherent and do make sense to voters, others not so much. In fact, some promises American politicians have made are so wacky they deserve to be revisited. If anything, at least they'll get you a laugh. From free ponies to moon colonies and everything in between, in the following gallery you'll get to know the craziest things politicians have promised. Click on.

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.

Amber Rutter eyes Olympic shooting gold just three months after giving birth

Amber Rutter eyes Olympic shooting gold just three months after giving birth - Rutter gave birth to son Tommy earlier this year and plans to spend five days in Paris to compete before heading home

Jay Slater LIVE: Major search update as Tenerife police make desperate plea for help

Police in Tenerife have massively expanded their search for missing British teenager Jay Slater after he went missing on the Spanish Island nearly two weeks ago.

WWIII begins tomorrow? What the "new Nostradamus" and other prophets had to say

Is a third world war inevitable? With so many terrible and politically charged events taking place worldwide, it can sometimes feel like we are walking on eggshells, never being quite certain when something could erupt, escalate, and end up starting WWIII. Whether it’s tensions between Russia and the West with the war in Ukraine, or difficulties between China and the United States over Taiwan, or even ongoing conflicts related to the Israeli-Palestinian dispute that continue to destabilize the region, it’s terrifying to think of what could be. A famous Indian prophet who has been deemed the "new Nostradamus" has made an incredibly specific prediction about the outbreak of World War Three, even going so far as to provide a specific date. Kushal Kumar is an astrologer who claims to have predicted several world events already, including the Israel-Hamas conflict, the increasing tensions between Taiwan and China, and problems between Russia and NATO. According to Kumar, "Tuesday, June 18, 2024, has the strongest planetary stimulus to trigger WW3 although June 10 and 29 may have a say as well." Kumar used the Vedic astrological chart to make his predictions. In Hindu culture, this chart is considered the "map of our karma," according to The Economic Times. Unfortunately, it's not just Kumar predicting the start of a third world war: other prophets, experts, and even AI are pointing towards it being a reality. Click through to see what they're saying.

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.

Police release arrest footage of man accused of Holly Willoughby kidnap plot

Police release arrest footage of Gavin Plumb, a security guard, who is accused of a plot to kidnap TV personality Holly Willoughby. The footage was played at Chelmsford Crown Court during his trial. Must credit: Essex Police

New Jersey boy playing in front yard nearly swallowed by huge sinkhole

Gisborne flood: Tragic week to linger long after waters recede, MP says

Roading contractors and damage assessors are working through Matariki weekend after the severe flooding.

Destruction of unusable COVID-19 rapid antigen tests to cost WA government close to $4 million

After ordering more COVID-19 rapid antigen tests per capita than any other state in the country, WA is now set to fork out almost $4 million to destroy the excess and now unusable tests sitting in a warehouse.

'I refused to give up my plane seat for pregnant woman on 12-hour flight for one reason'

A man has shared how he refused to swap plane seats with a pregnant woman on his 12-hour flight - but now he is riddled with guilt over the decision to prioritise his comfort over hers

This is how the Taliban's drug prohibition is killing us

In 2021, the Taliban retook power in Afghanistan. And since the taliban introduced drug prohibition there, opium production has completely collapsed in Afghanistan. Afghanistan accounted for 90 percent of world production of opium poppies, which are the raw material for heroin. As a result, heroin production fell by as much as 70 percent last year. So reports the UNODC, the organization within the United Nations that fights against drugs and...

America's most dangerous serial killers

These serial killers are far more terrifying than horror movie monsters, as their heinous crimes were very, very real. Their motives varied, some lacking any reason at all. Regardless, they left a trail of death and torture in their wake, targeting men, women, children, and even their own family members. These killers came from various backgrounds, ranging from prominent doctors to penniless drifters. Brace yourself as we unveil the most treacherous serial killers in American history. Click on if you dare.

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.

Bodycam captures Connecticut gunman's deadly ambush on police

Nicholas Brutcher shot and killed two police officers in Bristol, Connecticut after he and police exchanged words following a fight inside a local bar in 2022.

"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...

Rapper Killer Mike expected to avoid charges after Grammys arrest

Killer Mike is expected to avoid charges over a physical altercation that led to his arrest at the Grammys earlier this year after the rapper recently completed community service.

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 .

Episodes of 999 taken offline after TV ambulance star found dead

Police have launched a murderer probe after Mr Duffield, 24, and Lauren Evans, 22, were found dead by the young man's colleagues from West Midlands Ambulance Service.

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.

Japan protests alleged sex assault cases involving US military in Okinawa

Recent attacks occurred within months of each other, stoking local anger over the continued US military presence.

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

Your Voice, Your Vote: 'We need Covid drug on NHS'

Campaigners say thousands of people are still shielding because they are unable to access the drug.

The most tragic airplane crashes in US history

Did you know that the worst crashes in American history (aside from terrorist attacks) happened, for the most part, over 20 years ago? Read on to learn more about the worst airplane crashes in the United States.

The folk musician who sang himself out of Texas’s most brutal prison

Lead Belly is a name that still conjures mighty associations, implicit in that mix of metal and muscle, heavy power and raw appetite. It’s the stage name of an ex-con musician who became one of the prime figures in the history of 20th-century blues: the man who first defined such folk standards as Goodnight Irene, In the Pines, The Midnight Special...

Russia bans further 36 New Zealanders from entering, brings number of banned to nearly 200

These sanctions come a month after the government announced more sanctions against Russia.

Doctors in Wales accept new improved pay offer

Doctors in Wales were recommended by their union to accept a new offer from the Welsh government.

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

‘Groundbreaking’ Brookside rape story to be reshown for first time in 38 years

‘Groundbreaking’ Brookside rape story to be reshown for first time in 38 years - The episodes, which first aired in 1986, were one of the first depictions of rape in a British TV soap.

Video Shows Ukrainian MiG-29 Launching AASM 250 HAMMER Bomb

The Ukrainian military has released a video showing the combat work of a Ukrainian MiG-29 pilot performing a complex maneuver with two air bombs at an extremely low altitude, avoiding the detection zone of Russian air defense systems near the front line.