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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.
How organised crime in the Pacific poses risks for New Zealand
Samoa intercepted 10kg of meth early this year, its largest known smuggling operation.
'US Steel will remain': Trump backs $24.8b partnership deal
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60 dead, including 20 children, after Israeli strike on Tehran residential building - state media
Earlier, air raid sirens and explosions were heard across Israel amid escalating tensions.
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The US President called for a new nuclear deal while discussing military action.
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Police caught pair red-handed after they were flown to Auckland for a cocaine burglary.
How organised crime in the Pacific poses risks for New Zealand
Samoa intercepted 10kg of meth early this year, its largest known smuggling operation.
War Machine's run at Eagle Farm to evoke memories of pivotal pair in gelding's career
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South Africa close in on World Test Championship victory over Australia
The Proteas need 69 runs with two days to play at the home of cricket.
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Tottenham's partnership with Ineos leads to legal battle
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Prince William: ‘I want to bring about real change’
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How organised crime in the Pacific poses risks for New Zealand
Samoa intercepted 10kg of meth early this year, its largest known smuggling operation.
60 dead, including 20 children, after Israeli strike on Tehran residential building - state media
Earlier, air raid sirens and explosions were heard across Israel amid escalating tensions.
'We know what's going on': Donald Trump on US-Israel co-ordination ahead of strikes
The US President called for a new nuclear deal while discussing military action.
The quiet unravelling of the man who almost killed Trump
New York Times: How a promising student became a gunman on a roof.
Israel strikes on Iran test Trump’s ‘forever war’ promise
ANALYSIS: President's populist base is sceptical, fearing involvement in another conflict.
Fox set to make US Open cut as storm ends play early
As the projected cut line got higher, things got more comfortable for Ryan Fox.
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Rust removal sparks explosion at US base in Okinawa
The explosion occurred while SDF members were assessing unexploded bombs.
Why Vietnam's two-child policy change may not boost birth rate
High living costs in big cities deter many from having more children.
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Building reportedly hit by missile in Tel Aviv, Israel
Iran fired a barrage of ballistic missiles at Israel in a counter-strike on Saturday. Video / AFP
Candlelight Vigil held in Auckland for those affected by the Air India crash
A couple who lived in Auckland for five years have been named as victims of the India plane crash that killed more than 240 people. Video / NZ Herald
Israel launches attack on Iran, PM Luxon readies for a trip to China | NZ Herald Afternoon Update
Israel launches attack on Iran, PM Luxon readies for a trip to China and one miracle survivor from a plane crash in India. Yanfei Bao's murderer is finally sentenced.
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