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US report considers possibility of Australia nuclear submarine accident
A report to the US Congress discusses the possibility of an accident with a nuclear-powered submarine if it supplies one to Australia.
Breakers player and coach Kevin Braswell dies at 46
The former point guard, who helped the team win the 2011 NBL titled, died in Japan.
LA Mayor fires LA Fire Chief, citing response to wildfires
The mayor cited two specific reasons for Kristin Crowley's removal - firefighters were off-duty the morning of the fires and Crowley did not co-operate with part of the investigation.
'You can't take our country': Canadian PM hits out after ice hockey win over USA
Canada has beaten fierce rivals the United States 3-2 in overtime to win a riveting 4 Nations Face-Off final in Boston and close out an ice hockey tournament high on political tension.
It feels like there's been more plane crashes: Here's the truth
Analysis - Dramatic images of several prominent aircraft crashes in the US might make it seem like the skies are becoming more dangerous - but a look at the statistics suggests the skies are about as…
Pensioners ask: Why can't I get US Social Security and NZ Super?
Pensioners who have moved from the United States say they are getting a raw deal when it comes to NZ Superannuation.
US could send troops to Ukraine if Russia doesn't seek peace - Vance
US Vice President JD Vance has warned that the United States could send troops to Ukraine and hit Russia with further sanctions if Vladimir Putin doesn't negotiate a peace deal...
Trump says 'all hell' will break out if Hamas does not meet hostage release deadline
United States President Donald Trump has urged Israel to cancel its ceasefire deal with Hamas and "let all hell break out" if Hamas does not return hostages still being held in Gaza by noon on…
Alaska authorities search for missing passenger plane
Authorities are searching for a passenger plane with 10 people on board that was reported missing while en route from Unalakleet to Nome, Alaska's Department of Public Safety says.
Australian politician changes name to 'Aussie Trump'
An Australian state lawmaker has legally changed his name to 'Aussie Trump', in what he said was a protest against the country's ruling centre-left Labor Party.
New bird flu strain found in US dairy cattle
US dairy cattle have tested positive for a strain of bird flu not previously seen in cows, ramping up concerns about the persistent spread of the virus.
What exactly is Elon Musk doing with the US government?
Analysis- Americans don't know the full extent of what Elon Musk is doing as he embeds alongside US President Donald Trump at the top of the federal government.
Trump blames diversity hires after 60 killed in jet, helicopter collision
The US president has blamed hiring policies for poor safety after a deadly crash in which a military helicopter hitwith a passenger plane over Washington.
Trump names Australia basketball team owner new Ambassador to NZ
US President Donald Trump has announced the new US Ambassador to New Zealand, as Minister for Foreign Affairs Winston Peters speaks to the new US Secretary of state.
Trump promises overhaul of disaster agency, tours disaster-struck areas
US President Donald Trump says he plans to sign an executive order to overhaul or eliminate the main federal agency that responds to natural disasters, during a visit to storm-hit areas of North…
Organisations oppose Trump's Kennedy pick for US top health job
More than 80 organisations have voiced opposition to Robert F Kennedy Jr's nomination to lead the top US health agency ahead of his confirmation hearing, with one group launching an advertising…
LA fires: Incoming dangerous winds could make blazes worse
The death toll from massive wildfires ravaging Los Angeles has risen to 24, with officials warning of incoming dangerous winds that could whip the blazes up further.
Wellington woman's six day airport odyssey during US storms
A Wellington woman says she feels like she never wants to fly again after a six day ordeal that saw her flights home from Dallas cancelled repeatedly.
Pacific Edge cancer diagnosis firm shares plunge after US decision
Otago cancer diagnostics company Pacific Edge has lost key US Medicare coverage for its flagship test, and it's share price has fallen 63 percent in early trading. But it says it may appeal the US…
Venezuela's Maduro sworn in as US raises reward for his capture
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, whose nearly 12 years in office have been marked by deep economic and social crisis, has been sworn in for a third term, despite a long election dispute and…