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Middle East conflict live updates: Iran renews threats against infrastructure as Trump’s 48-hour Strait of Hormuz deadline looms

The US President has given contradictory statements over the weekend.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 48 minutes ago

Could Iran really strike Britain?

Experts say Iran may be understating the missile's true maximum range.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 53 minutes ago

Over 34 years, Shawn Tanner vowed he was not guilty of murder. His wish for DNA testing is being granted

A US legal battle over whether the dead can clear their names has been resolved.

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Israeli settlers burn buildings and torch cars in attacks on West Bank villages

The Israeli Army said soldiers had been dispatched to several Palestinian villages.

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The Strait of Hormuz: The complex and risky options under consideration to attempt to reopen it

New York Times: All of the options to reopen it are complex and carry substantial risks.

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Explainer: What to know about Iran’s power plants - a possible next target in the war

Iran has just one operational nuclear power plant at Bushehr, with a capacity of 1000MW.

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Countries in Asia reeling from the Iran war’s oil shock and ‘running out of ideas’

New York Times: Supply shortages from Mideast have rippled through Asia, upending lives.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 2 hours ago

Middle East conflict live updates: US says it may have to ‘escalate to de-escalate’ in war against Iran

The US President has given contradictory statements over the weekend.

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Researchers believe King Harold ‘did everything right’ after new evidence overturns a well-known story

Researchers now say King Harold sailed with an English fleet rather than marching on land.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 3 hours ago

Iran’s strike on Diego Garcia will be ringing alarm bells across Europe with some bases within range

Europe, UK are not directly involved in the war. Iran is unlikely to want to change that.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 14 hours ago

French prosecutors suspect Elon Musk encouraged deepfakes row to inflate X value

French prosecutors say the tech tycoon sought to hype Grok to lift X and xAI’s value.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 14 hours ago

Middle East war drives attacks on oil and gas hubs, risks Hormuz clash

Washington is weighing a risky US Marines operation to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 14 hours ago

War in the Middle East: Casualty figures from across the region

At least 3220 people have been killed in Iran, including 210 children.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 15 hours ago

Iran missile threat: Expert fears London in range after Diego Garcia attack

OPINION: Iran's Diego Garcia strike used missiles far beyond its known 3000km range.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 15 hours ago

Middle East conflict live updates: Iran responds to Trump’s threats he will ‘obliterate’ power plants if Strait of Hormuz does not open

Iran says all US energy infrastructure in the region will be targeted.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 16 hours ago

Middle East conflict live updates: Nicola Willis reassures 7 weeks worth of fuel in NZ storage, Trump gives Iran 48 hours to open Strait of Hormuz

The Finance Minister spoke in front of one of the largest fuel tankers that visit NZ.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 17 hours ago

Trump gives Iran 48 hours to open Hormuz as Tehran strikes two towns in southern Israel

Two missiles slipped through Israel’s defence systems, hitting Arad and Dimona.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 18 hours ago

Middle East conflict live updates: Trump gives Iran 48 hours to open Strait of Hormuz

The US President has threatened to "obliterate" Iran's power plants if it doesn't do so.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 19 hours ago

Records shattered as US heatwave moves eastward, causing some wild temperature swings

Some areas have seen big swings in temperatures in only a few days.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 20 hours ago

US Marines sail towards the Iran war zone amid speculation US soldiers could be called on to deploy

US President says allies dragging their feet about joining a war he started without them.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 21 hours ago

Starmer accused of covering up attack on British base that revealed range of Tehran’s weaponry

British PM accused of covering up attack on Diego Garcia base that showed arms threat.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 21 hours ago

South Australia election: Pauline Hansen’s One Nation surges in vote

Labor wins but One Nation is on track for three seats.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 21 hours ago

US airports under strain as resignations among unpaid TSA officers stretch security during standoff

Spring break travel in the US is coinciding with a month-long funding standoff.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 22 hours ago

Middle East conflict live updates: UN watchdog urges ‘restraint’ after attack on town with nuclear facility

An Iranian missile hit the Israeli town of Dimona, home to a nuclear facility.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 1 day ago

Robert Mueller death: Ex-FBI director who led Trump Russia inquiry dies

Donald Trump wrote on Truth Social, 'He can no longer hurt innocent people!'

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Middle East conflict live updates: Iran fired missiles at joint UK-US military base Diego Garcia

A UK official confirmed Tehran fired two ballistic missiles at Diego Garcia.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 1 day ago

Israel and the US are starting to show their different priorities in Iran

New York Times: After three weeks of war, the military allies' paths are diverging.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 1 day ago

Trump friend Paolo Zampolli asked ICE to detain his ex, as he was involved in a custody battle

New York Times: Amanda Ungaro was placed in ICE custody and ultimately deported.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 1 day ago

British reality TV star Jordan Wright found dead in Thailand ditch

Thai police say his hotel room showed no signs of assault or forced entry.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 1 day ago

Any Trump plan to seize Iran’s Kharg Island carries big risk, military experts warn

The island handles over 90% of Iran's crude oil exports and is heavily fortified.

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Western US in grip of one-in-500-year March heat wave driven by climate change

Four desert sites on the California-Arizona border hit a March record of 44.4C.

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Intense rains threaten Hawaii dam, thousands told to evacuate

Torrential rain has pushed reservoir levels to dangerous heights, officials say.

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US jury finds Elon Musk misled Twitter shareholders

Federal jurors ruled that Musk broke US securities law in a bid to lower the stock price.

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South Korea factory fire in Daejeon kills 10 people, 4 still missing

The fire in Daejeon also left 59 people injured, with 25 in critical condition.

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USS Gerald R Ford fire, sewage problems expose strain on Trump’s Iran mission

Investigators are probing possible sabotage as morale sinks aboard the USS Gerald R Ford.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 1 day ago

US President Donald Trump says he is considering ‘winding down’ Iran war but rules out ceasefire

New leader Mojtaba Khamenei claims Iran has struck a ‘dizzying blow’ to its enemies.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 1 day ago

UK Home Office tries to block new security for Prince Harry

The review follows the Duke's failed 2023 court bid over loss of protection in the UK.

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Tropical Cyclone Narelle forecast to become severe as it nears Top End

Winds near the centre are already reaching 95km/h, with 130km/h gusts.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 1 day ago

Inside China’s digital surveillance state, from facial recognition to cashless pay

OPINION: Visitors enjoy visa-free entry but face tracking and censorship.

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Bone found in hunt for Muriel McKay ‘does not belong to human’

The 1969 kidnap case was the UK's first murder conviction without a body.

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Middle East conflict live updates: Trump rules out ceasefire in Iran as Israel strikes Syria

Trump told journalists you don't do a ceasefire when you're 'obliterating' the other side.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 2 days ago

Gerry Adams civil case over IRA bombings discontinued after trial twist

The three men sought a symbolic £1 in damages and a ruling on Adams' IRA role.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 2 days ago

Anthony Albanese heckled and chased from Lakemba Mosque over Gaza stance

Albanese says only 'a couple of hecklers' disrupted an otherwise warm visit.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 2 days ago

Middle East conflict live updates: Blast hits near Jerusalem holy sites

A blast blew a crater in a hillside just inside Jerusalem's Old City.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 2 days ago

Chuck Norris death: Walker, Texas Ranger star dies at 86

Norris died on Thursday morning on the Hawaiian island of Kauai.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 2 days ago

Australian PM Anthony Albanese blames Hizb ut-Tahrir ban backlash for mosque heckling

Police removed activist Mukhlis Mah, 33, after a scuffle in the crowd.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 2 days ago

Delta cabin crew taken to hospital after flight to Sydney hits severe turbulence

Three crew suffered minor head and shoulder injuries and were taken to hospital.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 2 days ago

Charlie Kirk told me to prevent Iran war before he died, says Trump ally who quit

Joe Kent accused Donald Trump of backing a needless Iran war.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 2 days ago

Defence seeks acquittal for Norway princess’ son for alleged rapes

Marius Hoiby faces 40 charges after police found images on his phone and laptop.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 2 days ago

Hong Kong panel hears safety measures failed on day of deadly fire

Investigators say almost all safety systems failed due to human error.

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Opinion: We study mass shooters. Something terrifying is happening online

NYT Opinion: Teens in crisis don’t need to seek out dark material. It finds them.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 2 days ago

Russia accuses Israel of ‘targeted’ strike that wounded RT crew in Lebanon

The IDF says it warned journalists not to be near the Litani River crossing.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 2 days ago

Netanyahu says Iran decimated as Tehran warns of ‘zero restraint’ in energy attacks

Iran’s missiles caused ‘extensive damage’ at Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG hub.

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Wild possum found perched with stuffed animals in Hobart Airport gift store

Video from the store shows the marsupial blending in with toy kangaroos.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 3 days ago

Japan PM placates Trump on Iran, but faces Pearl Harbour surprise

The US President praised Sanae Takaichi while reviving a jibe over Japan's Hawaii attack.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 3 days ago

Middle East conflict live updates: Iranian attacks on gas, oil refineries heighten war fallout fears

The nighttime attack left the facility at a complete standstill.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 3 days ago

Middle East conflict live updates: Israel says it has killed Iran’s Intelligence Minister

The US President is weighing the next stages of military options against Iran.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 3 days ago

French mayoral race goes viral as candidate named Hittler leads poll

Mayoral rivals taken aback by global attention after first round of voting.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 3 days ago

Cyclone Narelle: Category 5 winds, flooding risk for Far North Queensland

Rainfall could reach 400mm in six hours, triggering dangerous flash flooding.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 3 days ago

Could this be the end of Dubai? – Richard Florida

NYT Opinion: The desert city's image as a sleek, apolitical sanctuary is under attack.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 3 days ago

Florida hospital sues former patient who refuses to leave room for five months despite discharge

The hospital is going to court to try to remove the woman.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 3 days ago

European leaders rebuff Trump’s call to open the Strait of Hormuz

European leaders reluctant to join a war Trump started without consulting them.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 3 days ago

European leaders rebuff Donald Trump’s call to open the Strait of Hormuz

European leaders are reluctant to join a war Trump started without consulting them.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 3 days ago

Family sue US ski resort claiming hot chocolate was too hot

Parents say the 'excessively hot' drink spilt and scalded their 5yo daughter.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 4 days ago

With Larijani dead, Iran must choose between negotiation and destruction

Ali Larijani’s killing leaves Iran’s top security council split over the war.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 4 days ago

‘Happened so fast’: UK students panicked by meningitis outbreak

Prime Minister Keir Starmer urged Club Chemistry visitors to seek antibiotics.

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One killed as cable car plunges down Swiss mountainside

The gondola detached on the Hitlis Express route near the Trubsee station.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 4 days ago

US Fed holds rates unchanged over ‘uncertain’ Iran war implications

Rates stay at 3.50% to 3.75%, with one cut signalled before year end.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 4 days ago

US Fed raises inflation outlook over ‘uncertain’ Iran war impact

The Fed now sees its key inflation gauge at 2.7% by December 2026.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 4 days ago

Seven-year term sought for Norway princess’ son for alleged rapes

One alleged attack occurred in the crown prince couple's home basement.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 4 days ago

Pakistan and Afghanistan announce Eid ‘pause’ in hostilities

The Eid truce follows an air strike that Taliban say killed about 400 people.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 4 days ago

Israel says it has killed Iran intel chief, tells military to hunt down officials

Israel says its forces may now kill any senior Iranian official they can target.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 4 days ago

Middle East conflict live updates: Israel says it has killed Iran’s intelligence minister

The killing of Esmail Khatib comes soon after Israel 'eliminated' Iran's security chief.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 4 days ago

Australian podcaster Tobias Nuttall admits to killing his Kiwi fiancee

Tobias Nuttall, 32, admitted murdering Alisha Hendren-Krippner, 30, in Perth.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 4 days ago

US judge questions Trump aides’ ‘brazen’ claims on White House ballroom

The President's $683m, 8361sq m project follows the demolition of the East Wing.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 4 days ago

Utah jury finds Kouri Richins guilty of murdering husband by fentanyl poisoning

Prosecutors said Kouri Richins asked a drug dealer for the 'Michael Jackson stuff'.

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Middle East conflict live updates: US conducts strikes with 5000-pound bombs along Strait of Hormuz

Trump has taken a hardline position on reopening the critical waterway

World - New Zealand Herald News - 4 days ago

Five dead in Mexico oil-refinery fire

Pemex refineries have suffered multiple fatal accidents in recent years.

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Middle East conflict live updates: Top Trump counter-terrorism official resigns in opposition to Iran war

CEO Chris Quin said the company was seeing dramatic increases in the cost of diesel.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 4 days ago

Shipping body urges action as 3000 vessels trapped in Gulf