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Supporters of Pakistan's former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif chant slogans during his appearance...

Former Pakistan PM set to be indicted for corruption

Ousted Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif appeared before an anti-corruption court on Tuesday, kicking off trial proceedings that he says are biased and which threaten to dent his party's chances at the next general election due in mid-2018.

World's largest uncut diamond sold for $59m

A model displays the 1109 carat "Lesedi La Rona" diamond. Photo: Reuters

World's largest uncut diamond sold for $59m

A tennis ball-sized rough diamond unearthed nearly two years ago by Canada's Lucara Diamond Corp has been sold for $NZ59 million, the Vancouver-based company said

Vanuatu volcano threatens island, thousands evacuated

More than 6000 people have been moved to emergency shelters on Vanuatu's northern island Ambae in the South Pacific as a volcano threatens to erupt, officials said on Tuesday.

Video shines light on how Dunedin glowworms glow

The video presents stunning views of Dunedin’s local glowworm population. Photo: Supplied

Video shines light on how Dunedin glowworms glow

An illuminating short video showing stunning views of Dunedin's glowworm population sheds fresh light on the unique creatures.

Ardern and Davis to lead coalition talks

Jacinda Ardern and Kelvin Davis. Photo: Getty Images

Ardern and Davis to lead coalition talks

Labour leader Jacinda Ardern says she and deputy Kelvin Davis will lead Labour's coalition talks with the Greens and NZ First, but will not yet name the rest of the team.

Man escapes from Whangarei Courthouse

A prisoner escaped from Whangarei Courthouse today. Photo: NZ Herlad

Man escapes from Whangarei Courthouse

A prisoner has escaped from Whangarei Courthouse after he crawled into the ceiling space, before getting out through an adjacent room and fleeing.

Greens confirm coalition negotiation team

James Shaw speaks at the University of Otago yesterday. Photo: Peter McIntosh

Greens confirm coalition negotiation team

The Green Party has announced its team to lead coalition negotiations.

Fatal house fire not considered suspicious

The Housing New Zealand flat was one of four at the site in Brockville. Photo: Craig Baxter

Fatal house fire not considered suspicious

There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding the house fire in Brockville that is believed to have killed a Dunedin man, police say.

Otago study links hormone to maternal nurturing trait

Dietary supplements may reduce post-natal depression, a study has found. Photo: Getty Images

Otago study links hormone to maternal nurturing trait

The same hormone that stimulates milk production also helps establish the nurturing link between mother and baby, new Otago research has found.

'Rude awakening' as SUV smashes into house

An SUV hurtled into the side of a Stuart St house in the early hours this morning. Photo: Gregor...

'Rude awakening' as SUV smashes into house

A Dunedin resident got a "rude awakening" when an SUV hurtled down a bank and crashed into the side of his house in the early hours of this morning.

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle out in public

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle turned out to watch the wheelchair tennis at the Invictus Games in...

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle out in public

Prince Harry and his girlfriend Meghan Markle have made their first formal public appearance together, at a wheelchair tennis match at the Invictus Games in Toronto.

Man who died outside Parliament named

A man who died outside Parliament on Thursday last week has been named.

Dubai stages flying taxi test

Dubai has staged a test flight for what it says will soon be the world's first drone taxi service.

Dog-walking woman hit by car critical

A woman hit by a car on Tamaki Drive while walking her dogs is in a critical condition in Auckland Hospital.

Bennett 'not bothered about losing deputy PM role

English not worried about Winston's grudges

National deputy leader Paula Bennett says she is prepared to sacrifice her role as deputy Prime Minister if it means striking a deal with New Zealand First.

Kiwis could be losing sight

Kiwis could be losing sight

Natural evolution could be making New Zealand's iconic bird blind as its natural habitat and way of life renders sight unnecessary for survival.

Jewish groups alarmed at far-right rise in Germany

Angela Merkel addresses a news conference at the Christian Democratic Union party headquarters in...

Jewish groups alarmed at far-right rise in Germany

Jewish groups in Europe and the US have expressed alarm at the success of the far-right Alternative for Germany party in Sunday's parliamentary election.

Arrests after police chase near Dunedin

Two people have been arrested following a police chase north of Dunedin this morning.

US 'has declared war': Nth Korea

North Korea's foreign minister Ri Yong Ho. Photo: Reuters

US 'has declared war': Nth Korea

North Korea's foreign minister said President Donald Trump had declared war on North Korea and that Pyongyang reserved the right to take countermeasures.

Search resumes after suspension

Search resumes for missing Dunedin man

The search in the Catlins area for missing Dunedin man Stephen Lowe, which was suspended yesterday, has resumed this morning.

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