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    World in pictures: October 13

    A man washes himself in a small pond as the sun sets over a village on the outskirts of...

    World in pictures: October 13

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    Whangārei teen jailed over meth importation

    Customs intercepted almost a kilo of meth bound for an address in Whangārei. Photos: NZME

    Whangārei teen jailed over meth importation

    A 19-year-old was caught red-handed – with dye-stained palms – after helping uplift almost a kilogram of methamphetamine, landing him behind bars for his role in a drug importation ring.

    Lostprophets singer killed in prison: reports

    Ian Watkins was serving a 35-year prison sentence for child sex offences. Photo: supplied

    Lostprophets singer killed in prison: reports

    Ian Watkins, the former frontman of Welsh rock band Lostprophets and jailed for child sex offences, has reportedly been killed by another inmate.

    Munitions blast death toll lowered

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    Munitions blast death toll lowered

    Investigators now believe a massive blast at a military explosives facility in the United States killed 16 people, officials say.

    Rheumatology patients suffering due lack of staff: report

    Rheumatic diseases could seriously affect the social and economic wellbeing of a person, the...

    Rheumatology patients suffering due lack of staff: report

    Rheumatology patients with inflamed joints are being forced to suffer at home, a new report warns.

    Venezuela's opposition leader wins Nobel Peace Prize

    Maria Corina Machado has been blocked by Venezuelan courts from running for president. Photo:...

    Venezuela's opposition leader wins Nobel Peace Prize

    Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has won the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for fighting dictatorship in the country.

    Methane target lowered, taxes ruled out

    Methane target lowered, taxes ruled out

    NZ has pledged to cut biogenic methane emissions by up to 24% from 2017 levels by 2050, which the coalition says will protect the agriculture sector and meet climate commitments.

    Ken Laban first Pasifika mayor

    Fauono Ken Laban.  Photo: RNZ/Hutt City Council

    Ken Laban first Pasifika mayor

    Fauono Ken Laban has been elected Mayor of Lower Hutt, making history as Aotearoa New Zealand's first Pasifika mayor.

    Person killed in Canterbury house fire

    Photo: NZ Herald

    Person killed in Canterbury house fire

    One person has died after a house fire in Canterbury.

    Actress Diane Keaton dies

    Diane Keaton had her own signature style. Photo: Getty Images

    Actress Diane Keaton dies at 79

    Oscar-winning actress Diane Keaton, famed for roles in Annie Hall, The Godfather films and First Wives Club, has died. She was 79.
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