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Extreme weather has lashed the world already this year - and it could be just the start
From blistering heatwaves in southern Europe and Asia to month-long floods in California, extreme weather has swept the world this year and climate scientists warn it may be just a taste of what's to…
SAG strike: Actors join writers on Hollywood picket lines
Jason Sudeikis, Susan Sarandon and thousands of other actors have joined screenwriters in Hollywood's biggest strike in more than six decades.
Europe heatwave: More record temperatures expected
Much of southern Europe is baking in extreme heat, with Greece seeing temperatures of 40C or more.
Architect held in Long Island serial killer case
Police have been working for over a decade to solve the murders of 11 victims in Long Island.
Wagner head rejected Russian army offer - Putin
Wagner mercenary group head Yevgeniy Prigozhin has rejected an offer to his fighters to serve as a unit in Russia's army, President Vladimir Putin says.
Rokhaya Diallo: how racist policing is fueling unrest in France
As France celebrates Bastille Day authorities are on alert for a resurgence of street violence. More than 3,000 people were arrested during recent nationwide protests triggered by a video of police… Audio
WHO cancer arm deems aspartame 'possible carcinogen'; consumption limits unchanged
The sweetener aspartame is a "possible carcinogen" but it remains safe to consume at already agreed levels, two groups linked to the World Health Organisation have declared.
Facts are up against fear ahead of Fukushima water release
Locals struggle to believe the plant's treated radioactive water is safe to pump into the Pacific Ocean.
Australia appoints first female head for central bank
The appointment comes as the Australian central bank undertakes a sweeping reorganisation and after a public backlash over steeply rising interest rates.
Lisa Marie Presley died of small bowel obstruction - coroner
Lisa Marie Presley, the only daughter of Elvis Presley, died of a small bowel obstruction as a delayed consequence of bariatric weight loss surgery, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner has…
New Zealander visiting Vancouver stabbed in 'unprovoked' attack, police say
A New Zealander has been stabbed in Vancouver in what police described as an "unprovoked" attack.
Deadly heatwave sweeps across southern Europe
The heatwave could potentially lead to record-breaking temperatures, forecasters say.
Italian uproar over judge's 10-second groping rule
Does it count as sexual harassment if an assault lasts less than 10 seconds?
NATO ends in widespread support for Ukraine
A show of support from G7 leaders has helped ease the frustrations of Ukrainian president Vlodymyr Zelensky, after a tense NATO summit in Lithuania.
G7 leaders offered a joint declaration of support… Audio
G7 leaders announce framework for defending Ukraine
We begin this morning in Europe where leaders of NATO are meeting in Lithuania. Joining us from Germany is correspondent Nita Blake-Persen. Audio
BBC presenter faces new claims about second young person
A young person has told BBC News they felt threatened by the BBC presenter at the centre of a row over payment for sexually explicit photos.
PM and world leaders support Ukraine but give no timeline for joining NATO
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins says he is heartened by the unwavering support shown by world leaders for Ukraine at the NATO summit.
Forfeited criminal proceeds: NZ and China split $70 million after laundering case
New Zealand is giving $38 million to China over a Canadian-Chinese businessman who laundered millions here for years, then last month tried to become mayor of Toronto.
Australian war criminal appeals defamation after losing case
Australian war veteran Ben Roberts-Smith will appeal a major defamation case after losing against The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age and The Canberra Times.
Mr Roberts-Smith's defence was dismissed… Audio
Government pay China $38 million over forfeited money
New Zealand has given $38 million to China over a Canadian-Chinese businessman who laundered millions here for years, then last month tried to become mayor of Toronto.
Xiaohua Gong ran under the… Audio
