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Ukraine war: 'Artificial shortage' of weapons helps Putin, says Zelensky
Ukraine's president has made an urgent appeal for more weapons to avoid a "catastrophic" situation in Europe.
Russian dissident, Putin critic Alexei Navalny dead at 47
Navalny was last seen only one day before his death, looking well and laughing during a court hearing via video link.
Sydney parks cordoned off, Mardi Gras event cancelled after asbestos concerns
Australian authorities cordoned off areas in several parks in Sydney after the discovery of asbestos in mulch as the government scrambled to remove the toxic material from public spaces.
'A day of joy' - Greece legalises same-sex marriage
It becomes the first Christian Orthodox-majority country to have marriage equality, and allow same-sex couples to adopt.
Cop dressed as teddy bear pounces on Valentine's Day
The undercover policeman showed up at the house of an alleged drug dealer, bearing a fake gift.
Israeli forces conduct 'targeted operation' in Khan Younis hospital
Israel says its special forces are carrying out a targeted operation inside the main hospital in the besieged Gazan city of Khan Younis.
Medics inside Nasser Hospital say Israeli forces fired into… Audio
Donald Trump faces dual hearings in Georgia and New York
Former US President Donald Trump has faced dual hearings this morning in Georgia and New York.
Trump chose to attend the hearing in Manhattan, this one concerned a motion to dismiss the case brought… Audio
Kenyan police re-arrest US man wanted for murder
To Africa now, the capital of Ghana is Accra, and that's where we head now for the latest news out of Africa. It's good morning to our correspondent Nabil Ahmed Rufai. Audio
US: Trump appears in court in hush money case
In New York City, Bevan Hurley is standing by for the big news out of the USA. Audio
Japan unexpectedly slips into a recession
The figures also indicate that Japan has also lost its position as the world's third-largest economy.
One dead, up to 15 hurt in shooting near Kansas City Super Bowl parade
One person was killed and 21 others injured after a shooting at a Super Bowl victory parade in Kansas City.
Australia PM backs call for Julian Assange's release
Lawmakers have voted in favour of returning the WikiLeaks founder to Australia, ahead of an extradition hearing in London.
Shock as Swiss shop sign says no skis for Jewish customers
Swiss police have opened an investigation into a ski hire shop's announcement it would no longer rent skis and sledges to Jewish customers.
Ukraine claims to sink Russian warship in Crimea
Powerful explosions were heard early on Wednesday, according to local social media, which suggested the ship was hit south of the town of Yalta.
European nations changing their minds on Mid-East conflict
Nathan Rarere is joined by Nita Blake-Persen, standing by in Germany. Audio
UK: shop workers facing more abuse, violence
First out of the blocks this morning is our UK report, joining Nathan Rarere from London is correspondent Ellie Jay. Audio
Amazon founder Bezos sells shares worth over $4b
The multi-billionaire moved to Miami last year, where there is no tax on share sales above $250,000.
Hipkins backing the halt of Israeli military action in Gaza
The Government now says it backs a halt to Israel's military actions in Gaza.
But what would a ceasefire in this conflict look like?
Labour leader Chris Hipkins spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Gaza: US, Qatar and Egypt senior officials discuss ceasefire
Senior officials from the United States, Qatar and Egypt are meeting in Cairo today to discuss a possible ceasefire in Gaza.
The head of the Israeli spy agency - Mossad - is also reported to be… Audio
Half a million people without power as fires, storm hit Victoria
Out of control bushfires and a destructive storm have caused havoc across the state of Victoria.
