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Romanian election tests Trump-style nationalism
With a hard-right eurosceptic leading polls, Romania's election could test how far Trump-style politics can go inside the European Union.
Five people rescued almost two days after plane crashes into alligator-infested swamp
None of the group were seriously injured, and they survived on chocolate and cassava flour during the ordeal.
Israeli military issues thousands of call-up notices
The reservists will be deployed to Israel's border with Lebanon and in the occupied West Bank, replacing regular soldiers who will lead a new offensive in Gaza.
Billionaire investor Warren Buffett to retire
Buffett's success, coupled with his ability to explain his thinking in clear soundbites, has made him highly influential in the business and financial communities, earning him the nickname "The Oracle…
NZ and Japan researchers join forces on health innovation
From no waiting lists to rural scholarships and traditional medicine in emergencies, Japan's health model offers insights to visiting Waikato University researchers.
What the UK local elections mean
How important were the UK local elections? Not very, you might suppose at first glance, but global media have covered them assiduously. Audio
Pope Trump? US president shares AI image as pontiff
The US President quipped he'd like to succeed Pope Francis, posting an image of himself in white robes and miter hat, raising eyebrows online mere days before the conclave.
Watch: Budgie smugglers, sausages and ballot papers - Aussies hit the polls
In classic Australian fashion, voters lined up in swimwear and paid $6 for democracy sausages as the country decides who will lead. Audio
DC flights forced to abort landings as Army Black Hawk near Pentagon prompts FAA probe
Two passenger planes were forced into go-arounds at Reagan National Airport as a military helicopter flew an unexpected route, triggering US federal investigations.
S&P 500 scores longest winning streak in two decades as US-China trade tension cools
Markets surged Friday as upbeat jobs numbers and a thaw in US-China tensions boosted investor confidence.
Dozens injured as Russian drones hit apartment block in Kharkiv
The attack has hit a high-rise apartment block, triggering fires and injuring 46 people, officials said.
The latest from Gaza
Israel hasn't allowed any aid into Gaza since March 2, our correspondent Trent Murray in Tel Aviv gives Susie the latest. Audio
Ukraine's parliament will vote on ratifying US minerals deal on 8 May, lawmaker says
The deal will give the US preferential access to new investments in extraction of Ukraine's natural resources, and fund investment in Ukraine's reconstruction.
Prince Harry loses legal fight with UK government over police protection
King Charles' younger son was challenging changes to his security arrangements made by the British government following his decision to step down from royal duties.
Popular holiday hotspot hit with power outage
Travellers to the Asian island reported long lines at airport check-in counters.
Mushroom murder trial: Erin Patterson sent 'extremely aggressive' texts to estranged husband - court hears
The messages over child support payments were sent in the months leading up to the alleged murders of her in-laws. Audio
Inside Australia's 'mushroom murder' trial
The Guardian Australia reporter Nino Bucci joins Emile Donovan to recap the first week of the trial of Erin Patterson, who is accused of murdering members of her extended family by mushroom poisoning.
…How the US 'war on woke' and women risks weakening its own military capability
Analysis - US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth called the Women, Peace and Security initiative 'woke' and 'divisive'. But history shows soldiers of all stripes have served with honour.
Gaza-bound aid ship issues SOS after alleged drone attack
A Gaza-bound activist aid ship caught fire and issued an SOS after what it claimed was a drone attack off the coast of Malta in international waters.
Watch: Are podcasters, not politicians, driving Australia's Gen Z's election interest?
Podcast platforms like Punter's Politics are gaining traction with young Australians disillusioned by traditional media. Audio