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Depardieu in custody over sexual assault allegations
French actor Gérard Depardieu is summoned to a police station in Paris, local media report.

Reefton elderly care home Ziman House closing permanently
Reefton's aged residential care (ARC) facility, Ziman House, is now permanently closed.

Attack on a police checkpoint in Russia's North Caucasus leaves 2 police, 5 gunmen dead

Kiev says two Ukrainians killed in southern Germany were army members

Elon Musk’s Tesla strikes deal with China’s Baidu for driver assistance

Spain's Sanchez says he will stay on as PM

Indonesian and Singaporean leaders hold annual talks, joined this year by their successors

Public transport subsidies are ending. Here's how much fares will rise
In some places, young people will be paying up to $8 more for a trip, but in others, fares aren't rising at all. Here's the breakdown.

New app for drivers to pay warrant, rego
The new app will pave the way for digital drivers licences, says Digitising Government Minister Judith Collins.

Public service cuts: Ministry accused of stealth job losses
Ministry of Disabled People employees were promised a permanent role, but were told to start packing three weeks before their fixed term contract finished, says a former employee.

Waitangi Tribunal report urges government stop repeal of Oranga Tamariki Act
The report highlights concern over the approach the government is taking.

Shell earns $1 billion a year from US crude trading, court filing shows

Microsoft CEO to Meet Indonesian President During Regional Tour

Former EastEnders star Cheryl Fergison reveals she had womb cancer
Fergison, who played Heather Trott in the soap, revealed she had a hysterectomy due to her diagnosis.

At community event, football's 'magic' helps those with ties to Gaza to feel supported
The "power of the game" lies in its ability to connect people, no matter their background, the organiser of a multicultural sports festival says.

Portugal's debate over colonial and slavery reparations resurfaces

Nova explosion could give insight into where we come from
Star gazers are set for a treat any day now as a star system 3000 light years is on the verge of lighting up.

Spain's Prime Minister Sánchez says he'll continue in office after days of reflection

Afghanistan launches nationwide polio vaccination campaign

Old video of fish flopping in Georgia supermarket falsely linked to Dubai floods

Old photo of Indian cricketer falsely shared as proof of his support for opposition party

Old news clip shared with electronic voting machine 'tampering' claim as India votes in 2024

Carmakers need to be tech-savvy to get an edge in China’s EV market

Kenya dam bursts: More than 40 killed in Kamuchiri village

Israeli attacks kill 27 in Rafah, says Hamas-run health authority

China's new tough-guy SUV is a luxury armoured car

Thailand's foreign minister abruptly resigns after being dropped as deputy prime minister

'How we represent ourselves is up to us' - Maori portraiture exhibition reaches Waitangi
Organisers hope the Kiingi Tuheitia Portraiture Award exhibition can expand the boundaries of Maori portraiture.

'Nothing like it': 24hrs of running, solving riddles around Canterbury high country
Nearly 500 people explored Canterbury's high country for 24 hours as part of TWALK, solving riddles in a rogaine-style event.

Shardlake series author CJ Sansom dies age 71
The Scottish author was working on an eighth Shardlake novel when he died, his editor says.

Senior US, French officials in Middle East to discuss Gaza
Talks on a ceasefire in Gaza are progressing, the French Foreign Minister says, as he joins the US Secretary of State in Saudi.

Pharmac funding will not stretch to new medicines - chief executive
A multi-million dollar budget boost for Pharmac will only keep the lights on, doctors and patient advocates warn.

Watch: NZ Wars - Stories of Tauranga Moana
Stories of Tauranga Moana recounts the events that unfolded in the Bay of Plenty and their far reaching consequences for future generations.

What we're watching: Home (Season One)
Beautiful and unusual buildings paired with fascinating human stories: Dan Slevin recommends a real estate show with a difference.