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Amy Schumer announces split from husband of seven years
The actress and chef Chris Fischer have been married since 2018 and have a young son together.

How White Hydrogen and Carbon Mineralization Could Decarbonize Industry

Oprah posts photo from Auckland landmark
Megastar Oprah Winfrey has posted an image of herself from Auckland’s Mt Eden ahead of her speaking tour show in the city.

Executed Iranian nuclear scientist confessed to aiding Israel after torture, threats against mother

Politicians divided over whether boating rules are fit for purpose
Unlike when driving a car, there is no blood alcohol limit for drivers of a recreational boat.

Teen who fled youth justice facility found
A teenager who fled from the Te Puna Wai o Tahinopo youth justice facility has been found.

Watch: England’s security team in physical altercation with Australian cameraman
The incident occurred as the team travelled to Adelaide ahead of the third Ashes test.

‘Horrific scenes’: Harness racing driver Nathan Williamson in a coma after accident
Williamson’s seat on his cart appeared to collapse metres from the finish line.

'Worst 48 hours' since I joined Chelsea - Maresca
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca says the past 48 hours are “the worst” since joining the club last summer.

Israel targets senior Hamas official in deadly Gaza strike
The strike killed Raed Saad, a senior commander in Hamas' Qassam Brigades, the Israeli military said.

Three Americans killed by IS gunman in Syria, US military says
Two US soldiers and a civilian interpreter were killed in the attack, according to the US Central Command.

Andrew will not face police action over bodyguard claim
The allegations, first reported in October, said he tried to obtain personal information about his accuser Virginia Giuffre through his police protection.

Weather: Heavy rain, severe gales to lash South Island
Heavy rain and severe gales are set to hit large parts of the South Island, with MetService issuing multiple orange warnings and watches.

New peace laureate: Iran's arrest of Mohammadi 'confession of fear'

Elvis Presley's Infamous Pantera Shooting

Bangladesh says six peacekeepers killed in attack on UN base in Abyei

Training exercise to test response to maritime emergency
The operation will be held on Sunday between Port Taranaki and the Bell Block area.

Media in the middle of fudge stunts, debate drama and 'right v left' rows
This week the finance minister pushed back at a critical lobby group campaign, while academics and experts mulled the polarising political landscape.

Watch: Kiwi boxer's moving tribute to fiancée battling cancer even has the ring girl in tears
David Nyika’s partner Lexi Thornberry revealed she had head and neck cancer last month.

Democrats release photos of Trump from Epstein estate
Republicans accuse Democrats of playing politics with release of Epstein photos

??Starmer Says a Doctor Strike Would be 'Reckless'
??PM Keir Starmer says its "beyond belief" strikes could take place during flu outbreak.

Belarus frees 123 prisoners as US lifts sanctions
Opposition activist Maria Kolesnikova is among those released in exchange for a deal with the US.

2025 was a crazy year in politics. But 2026 could be wild
Reform’s rise, Labour’s woes and Trump’s presence have changed our politics. What will the next 12 months bring?