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‘No, it’s not’: Luxon denies new China flight part of Belt and Road Initiative
China thinks NZ has signed up to a big Belt and Road project. Luxon disagrees.

A man drove a car down Rome’s Spanish Steps. It didn't go well
The driver was reported to authorities but tested negative for alcohol.

Wendy R. London: The perfect storm facing our cruise industry
OPINION: Cruise traffic to New Zealand is declining due to strict bio-fouling regulations.

Air NZ resumes Bali flights after volcanic ash disruption
One Kiwi due to fly home yesterday must now wait till Saturday, she says.

'Mismanaged': Expert calls for faster reform in NZ economy
Teece highlights the need for faster economic reforms to keep pace globally.

Three Australians facing death penalty in Bali murder case
The trio have been charged with premeditated murder and multiple other offences.

Airbus touts plane orders, Boeing focused on Air India crash probe at air show
Airbus announced orders for more than 100 aircraft at the Paris Air Show.

'Staggering shift': More Kiwis see China as a threat, US trust at all-time low in new poll
Only 21% of Kiwis view China as a friend – but say the country is important for our future

Where are the world’s best cruises? We asked a seasoned cruiser
According to this expert, these five cruises explore the world’s best destinations.

Death toll after Air India plane crash rises to 279, police source says
Air India confirmed 242 people were on board; only one person survived.

The $36b question: Who owns the San José shipwreck treasure?
Spain, Colombia, Peru and indigenous groups all claim the wreck's treasure.

Candlelight vigil: Tributes for 'beautiful couple' who lived in Akl
The pair had recently been travelling to India in the hopes of starting a family.

People seen jumping from building after Air India plane crashed into it - reports
At least 265 dead after London-bound flight crashes in Ahmedabad.

First fatal crash for Dreamliner as Air India jet goes down
An Air India 787-8 crashed into a dorm shortly after take-off in Ahmedabad.

'Tragic accident': London-bound flight crashes in India, 242 on board
Large clouds of smoke are visible in the area.

100% Pure New Zealand campaign gets $5.5m relaunch
The new campaign replaces the If You Seek campaign which has run since 2022.

'Don't forget who the real enemy is': US slams NZ and others for Israel sanctions
One of Donald Trump's top officials was highly critical.

'May die with cancer': Palace insider on King Charles' health
King Charles, 76, revealed his cancer diagnosis 18 months ago.

Why Art'Otel Hoxton should be your next London stay
Looking for a Banksy while exploring London? Look no further than this contemporary hotel.

A chat with Tara Sutherland, Viva Expeditions’ general manager about remote explorations
Dream of exploring the edges of the world? One travel expert has some tips.

Customs busts $600k meth haul hidden in portable BBQ
A 45-year-old foreign national appeared in court today.