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WHO: Nearly 15 million deaths associated with Covid-19
The toll captures those killed by the virus or by its impact on health systems.
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Fuel and rail facilities struck by missiles in fresh Russian attacks
Crucial infrastructure far from the eastern frontline hit by airstrikes.
Child dies after mystery hepatitis outbreak spreads
Reports of a mystery strain affecting children have emerged from around the world.
'Derailing gender equality': The true cost of the pandemic for women
During the pandemic, women have carried much of the unpaid emotional and domestic burden.
Nearly two-thirds of Ukraine's children have fled homes
Unicef says 4.8 million children have been displaced since Russia's invasion.
'The world will learn': President's chilling warning of horror death toll
Zelenskyy has warned the horrors of Bucha could be only the beginning.
WHO preparing for chemical weapons to be used in Ukraine
The World Health Organisation is preparing for 'chemical assaults' in Ukraine.
Putin's atrocities - troops raped women in front of kids; cut off limbs, Zelenskyy tells UN
Ukraine President seeks a tribunal to address atrocities in Bucha and other towns.
David Fisher: Why our NZSAS spoke up on Aussie 'war crimes'
OPINION: This is why our special forces were willing to testify against Australia's.
Zelenskyy to address UN amid outrage over civilian deaths
Bucha discoveries expected to be 'front and centre' at UN Security Council session.
UN warns Earth 'firmly on track toward an unliveable world'
Earth's climate to shoot up to unbearable temperatures unless drastic action is taken.
Sasha Borissenko: How Dr Moana Jackson changed Pākehā hearts and minds
Remembering "a gentle giant, fierce advocate and great legal revolutionaries".
Dan Carter calls on super-sub Stephen Donald for help again
Carter is returning to Eden Park to kick 1598 balls over 24 hours for charity.
UN report: Nearly half of all pregnancies are unintended
Over 60 per cent of unintended pregnancies end in abortion, report reveals.
WHO predicts significant change to global Covid crisis
World Health Organisation releases report outlining how pandemic is expected to play out.
How Golden Triangle superlabs and Kiwi gangs are getting meth on NZ streets at record levels
New smuggling routes and methods uncovered in Herald on Sunday probe.
NZ, Australia refugee deal due to political pressure, Amnesty says
Advocates welcome the deal, but say it does not go far enough.
Cabinet to consider next steps on Māori self-determination plan
The step comes as Act launches a campaign for a referendum on self-governance.
War in Ukraine - looking back on pivotal moments, one month on
Putin shows no sign of backing down despite high casualties and economic hits.
Live: At least 8 dead as bombs destroy Kyiv shopping mall in biggest attack on capital
Shopping centre and art school shelled in surrounded southeastern Ukraine city.
China militarises islands built in South China Sea
Artificial isles bristle with anti-ship and anti-aircraft missiles, says US general.
Russian strikes hit Ukrainian capital Kyiv and outskirts of Lviv
Russian forces pressed their assault on Ukrainian cities today.
Hollywood couple vow to reach US$30m in funds to aid Ukraine
Kutcher and Kunis took to Instagram to thank all those who donated in an emotional video.
Matt Robson: Rushed nature of Sanctions Bill a concern
OPINION: Former MP asks why Parliament abandoned debate on such an important step.
Putin's atrocity - children's hospital suffers 'colossal' damage
UN estimates more than 2 million people have fled Ukraine since war began.
Calls mount for NZ to support Ukrainians fleeing war
Ukrainian-New Zealanders call for a specific refugee quota with 1.7 million fleeing war.
Russian snubs call from The Hague to end 'medieval siege'
Russian seats in the Great Hall of Justice remain empty.
Russian-Ukraine war: Ceasefire for cities announced; Russian troops 'in a mess' - military expert
Latest events from the military invasion of Ukraine.
Trump jokes about bombing Russia and framing China, slams Nato's response
Donald Trump has spoken out about the war in Ukraine, pushing the West to do more.
Kremlin cracks down on foreign news as Russians take Ukraine nuclear plant
No radiation spikes have been reported following attack on nuclear power plant.