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Baby saved from dead mother's womb in Gaza dies
Baby Sabreen was delivered by an emergency C-section after an Israeli air strike killed her mother, but has now died in hospital.

Recap: Crusaders 39, Rebels 0
Follow all the action from Apollo Projects Stadium in Christchurch.

Faraz Tahir, security guard who died trying to stop Bondi Junction Westfield attacker, remembered as 'national hero'
At an emotional funeral, family salute Faraz Tahir - who was killed trying to protect others - as the "bravest person" they know.

'Most horrific threats' - Rainbow storytime tour cancellation draws outrage
Members of the rainbow community say they are heartbroken but not surprised at the cancellation of a tour where drag performers read stories to children in libraries.

Kiribati MPs vote to remove High Court Judge from office
Kiribati MPs have voted to accept a recommendation from a tribunal that Kiribati High Court judge, David Lambourne be removed.

Super Rugby Pacific live updates: Crusaders v Rebels
Follow all the action from Apollo Projects Stadium in Christchurch.

Headband was worn in support of Hamas, judge finds

Muslim groups claim double standards in police handling of two high-profile stabbings in Sydney

Artist creates exhibition on coping with vaginismus
The exhibition features abstract photographs representing a woman’s experience of the condition.

HDC findings from investigation into woman's lung cancer death anger widower
Kent Vickerman is furious at the outcome of an investigation by the Deputy Health and Disability Commissioner into his wife's death from lung cancer.

Does fighting inflation always lead to recession? What NZ data tells
Here is what 60 years of New Zealand data shows us.

Strong winds damage Wellington Botanic Garden's building
The Begonia House contains several exotic plants and is a venue used for events such as weddings.

Explainer: What is so special about TikTok's technology?
The US is threatening to ban TikTok - but why? Here is how it works and why it has attracted more discussion than technology used by its rivals.

South Korea: World Scout Jamboree disaster blamed on government
Tens of thousands were evacuated from the campsite after children fainted in the 40C heat, without enough food to eat.

Fast-track bill could affect NZ's reputation - Transparency International
The ministers responsible for green-lighting major projects need to be open about potential conflicts of interest, says Transparency International.

"To lead is to serve" - Governor General to call prime ministerial election in Solomon Islands
The Governor-General of Solomon Islands will call a meeting to elect the country's prime minister once all elected MPs have arrived in the capital Honiara.

Kiribati parliament votes to remove Australian-born high court judge

Russian women face violence from Ukraine veterans

Canterbury A&P Association's board director paid $75k for landing $5m council deal
The Canterbury A&P Association's board is keeping mum after it emerged one of their own received $75k to help secure a multimillion-dollar bailout deal.

Elon Musk’s xAI Startup Closes In on $6 Billion Fundraising

Beijing city to subsidise domestic AI chips, targets self-reliance by 2027

K-Pop Agency Hybe’s Internal Strife Wipes Out $873 Million

Meituan to Debut in Riyadh as Expansion Beyond China Quickens

Superstitious Phoenix coach worries about 'kryptonite' trophy being on sideline
Giancarlo Italiano does want the Premiers Plate to be at Saturday's match - but says it's 'almost like Kryptonite on us'.

French Pacific news in brief
A round-up of news in brief from the French Pacific region, including New Caledonia's pro-French party, Rassemblement, electing its first Kanak president.

South island churches look to ditch insurance over high costs
Catholic churches in Otago and Southland are ditching traditional insurance policies - and say the money could be used elsewhere.