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US cancels troop deployment to Poland in further depletion of its forces in Europe
Poland is a critical line of defence, protecting Nato’s eastern flank from Russia.
Four thrown out of Eurovision performance after pro-Palestinian protest during Israel song
A protester could be heard shouting 'Stop, stop the genocide' and 'Free, free Palestine'.
Putin to deploy Satan II nuclear missile this year
Experts say the missile's range is about 18,000km, not 35,000km as Russia claims.
Where the hantavirus confirmed patients and probable cases are by nationality
Seven living cases have been confirmed and an eighth is listed as 'probable'.
Royal author defends claim Fergie enjoyed ‘friends with benefits’ relationship with Sean Combs
Andrew Lownie says his claims are backed by former staff of both parties.
Hungary's new health chief shows off dance skills
Former surgeon Zsolt Hegedus' dance moves have delighted crowds.
Britain's prime minister greets calls to resign with a simple answer: No
New York Times: Keir Starmer may not have a choice if his opponents mount a challenge.
Record 30 tonnes of cocaine seized by Spain
The ship carried cocaine worth more than 812m euros and 23 crew were held.
Trump brokers three-day Russia-Ukraine ceasefire, hopes for lasting deal
The ceasefire will run from May 9 to 11 and includes a prisoner swap.
WHO warns of more hantavirus cases in ‘limited’ outbreak
WHO has confirmed five cases and three deaths linked to the MV Hondius.
Europeans prepare for a more dangerous world in a time of economic upheaval
NYT: Poland is training citizens in civil defence while balancing their jobs and families.
Two dead as car ploughs into crowd in Germany’s Leipzig
The car hit pedestrians on Grimmaische St in Leipzig's old town.
‘Butcher of Bosnia’ Ratko Mladic should be released immediately, say lawyers
Doctors warned the UN court at The Hague that Ratko Mladić faces imminent death.
Polish PM says Nato is disintegrating
It comes after the US decided to withdraw troops from Germany over Iran war criticism.
Trump hits EU with 25% tariffs on cars and trucks
The move to raise levies has been met with strong reaction in Brussels.
Attacks on Jewish targets in Europe suggest hybrid warfare
New York Times: More than a dozen recent attacks have been claimed by one shadowy group.
The rising Chinese automaker not named BYD
New York Times: The competitor that outsold BYD in the first two months of this year.
‘Hard to fathom’: Maketū man retraces Tapsell whānau’s Anzac sacrifice
Eremia Tapsell traced a relative to World War I, and visited his grave in France.
Editorial: Why we must remember those who made sacrifices in war
OPINION: Their bravery means we are here today.
Russell Brand admits to sleeping with 16-year-old girl when he was 30 in bombshell sex confession
Russell Brand says he slept with a 16-year-old when he was 30.
'Serious accident': At least 17 injured after two trains collide head-on near Copenhagen
The collision happened at Gribskov, 40km north of Copenhagen.
Rat poison found in baby food jar in Austria as products recalled
Police say a seized jar of HiPP carrot and potato puree tested for rat poison.
Pope Leo: World is being ravaged by tyrants
The Pope warned that billions are spent on war while healing and schools lack funds.
Populist pushback: Why an election loss in Hungary is a big deal for the world
NYT analysis: The geopolitical consequences of Viktor Orban's defeat could be profound.
The latest luxury brand coming to New Zealand
Refurbishment plans for 66 Queen St show elegant red awnings over upstairs windows.
‘A dream come true’: DNA test leads Waikato woman to 100-year-old father
Halina says finally meeting her dad, Hubert, at 80 has left her feeling 'complete'.
How a tattoo and a title chase brought the 'Great Dane' back to Napier
The 26-year-old Dane has returned for a second stint with Napier City Rovers.
From ice-hole pitches to frozen festivals: Why Oulu is Europe's next hot spot
This remote-feeling city on the border with Finnish Lapland feels like a rogue choice.
The apps you need for your next trip abroad
Local apps can halve fares and help when Uber is not available.