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Australia rejects US right-wing broadcaster's visit - will NZ?
A controversial right-wing US broadcaster, whose entry to Australia was recently blocked, has applied for a New Zealand visa.
Michelle Obama backs Harris in Michigan as Trump courts Muslim vote
Donald Trump has appealed to Muslim voters in Michigan, as Michelle Obama made an impassioned plea on behalf of Kamala Harris in the battleground state.
Meet the Kiwis chasing storms across the US
While most people are seeking shelter during a storm, some Kiwi storm chasers drive steadfastly towards the chaos.
'God takes care of that' - How America's Amish plan to vote
Amish horse carriages share the road with big rigs in some US states. The traditional sect are largely closed off to the outside world - but even they are affected by the US election.
Kamala Harris, on popular podcast, rejects Republican digs at childless women
US Vice President Kamala Harris has rejected Republican Sarah Huckabee Sanders' suggestion that the Democratic presidential candidate is not humble because she does not have biological children.
Country music star Garth Brooks denies rape accusations
Country star Garth Brooks has denied rape accusations against him as he returned to his Las Vegas concert residency in the wake of a sexual misconduct lawsuit filed against him.
Controversial $20 cookies spark flood of complaints
Sydney foodies queued and paid almost $20 a go to try TikTok-famous cookies - but the company deny any Australian presence. So who sold the cookies?
Hurricane Helene toll hits 90; homes and memories washed away
At least 90 people died as a result of Hurricane Helene, but with cellphone towers down across many areas, hundreds of people had yet to make contact with loved ones.
Industry, academics not yet consulted on AUKUS II
Defence officials say they have not consulted with industry and academics about participating in AUKUS Pillar Two.
In pictures: Hurricane Helene batters Florida
Hurricane Helene has already begun to cause damage in Florida, as authorities plead for people to evacuate before forecast massive storm surges - here's what has been happening.
Venezuela arrests Spain, US and Czech nationals for 'destabilisation'
Venezuela has arrested two Spaniards, three US citizens and a Czech on suspicion of plans to destabilise the South American country, a top Venezuela official says.
Kentucky highway shooting suspect being hunted in rugged forest area
A US man suspected of opening fire on cars travelling along Interstate 75 in rural Kentucky was at large on Sunday night after a day-long manhunt by multiple law enforcement agencies through rugged…
Harris calls Trump cemetery visit disrespectful, political stunt
US Vice President Kamala Harris has criticised her presidential rival Donald Trump after he visited soldiers' graves and the footage was used in a campaign video.
Why some Democrats think a 'boneheaded mistake' could threaten Kamala Harris' chances
Why some US Democrats think a political misstep at the party's convention could threaten Kamala Harris' election chances.
NZDF say 'kill web' not a term they use for exercises
The Defence Force says it does not use the term "kill web" regarding high-tech military exercises, but is preparing to be more combat ready for the "battlefields of the future".
Documents reveal timeline of NZ position on AUKUS Pillar Two
A series of discussions about the AUKUS security pact between New Zealand and Australian officials has been revealed in newly released documents.
'Atomic bomb hell must never be repeated' - Japan's last survivors
Victims of the nuclear bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki believe their horrific past must act as a warning for the future.
Democrats hope to use crisis to transform election
Analysis: It's just over a week since Donald Trump was almost assassinated at a rally, and in the last eight days the US presidential election has been totally turned on its head, Sarah Smith writes.
WNBA: Viewership tops records as rookies shine
The television audience has topped records, with 16 games averaging more than 1 million viewers.
Athlete Lyles on course for Olympic glory after personal best
Flamboyant US athlete Noah Lyles has backed up his fighting talk with another strong performances on the track, running a personal best in the final Diamond League race before the Olympics.