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Russia attack on Kyiv leaves nine dead, over 70 injured

Rescue workers search for people under rubble of an apartment building in Svyatoshynskyi district...

Russia attack on Kyiv leaves nine dead, over 70 injured

An overnight Russian combined missile and drone attack triggered fires, smashed buildings and buried residents under rubble in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv.

India downgrades ties with Pakistan after deadly attack in Kashmir

Demonstrators hold mock shrouds during a protest in Srinagar against the suspected militant...

India downgrades ties with Pakistan after deadly attack in Kashmir

India has announced a raft of measures to downgrade its ties with Pakistan, a day after suspected militants killed 26 men at a tourist destination in Kashmir.

Trump 'thinks he has a deal' with Zelenskyy, Putin

US President Donald Trump acknowledged that tariffs could lead to disruptions and hardships for...

Trump 'thinks he has a deal' with Zelenskyy, Putin

US President Donald Trump says he thinks he has a deal with both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to settle the war in Ukraine.

Force of nature

Lava flows from Mount Etna, Italy, yesterday.

China considers building nuclear plant on Moon

China is considering building a nuclear power plant on the Moon. Photo: Getty Images

China considers building nuclear plant on Moon

China is considering building a nuclear plant on the Moon to power the International Lunar Research Station (ILRS) it is planning with Russia, a presentation by a senior official showed on Wednesday.

Pope's body moved to St Peter's Basilica

The body of Pope Francis, laid out in an open coffin, was carried in a solemn procession from his residence within the walls of the Vatican City to St Peter's Basilica.

26 tourists killed in suspected militant attack

A Indian policeman stops and halts traffic to give way for Indian Home Minister Amit Shah upon...

26 tourists killed in suspected militant attack

Twenty-six people were killed and 17 were injured when suspected militants opened fire at tourists in India's Jammu and Kashmir territory, police said.

Pope's body lying in state before funeral

Pope Francis' funeral will be held on Saturday in St Peter's Square, Roman Catholic cardinals have decided, setting the stage for a solemn ceremony.

Abuse victims: Progress under Pope - just not enough

Rev. Paddy McCafferty in West Belfast. Photo: Getty Images (file)

Abuse victims: Progress under Pope - just not enough

For abuse survivors, Pope Francis' legacy on the issue is a mixed one of powerful words and at times underwhelming deeds.

Vatican crowd in shock - Dunedin photographer

Vatican crowd in shock - Dunedin photographer

A Dunedin-born photographer has described an "eerie" atmosphere in the Vatican City, just hours after the death of Pope Francis.

Sunken superyacht to be pulled from water: report

The British-flagged Bayesian, a 56-metre-long superyacht. Photo: VesselFinder

Sunken superyacht to be pulled from water: report

The superyacht that sank off Sicily last year, killing British tech tycoon Mike Lynch and six others, will reportedly be retrieved next month and may help explain why it went down.

Musk to cut back work with Trump

Musk to cut back work with Trump

Tesla boss Elon Musk says he'll cut back work for President Donald Trump next month, after his aggressive cost-cutting tactics sparked public backlash and investor concern.

Colourful commemoration

A person takes part in the Lagos Fanti Carnival to celebrate Afro-Brazilian colours and rhythm and to remember the descendants of formerly enslaved Africans.

Former Aussie cricketer jailed for domestic violence

Michael Slater became a commentator after his retirement from cricket. Photo: Getty Images

Former Aussie cricketer jailed for domestic violence

Former Australian Test cricketer Michael Slater has been handed a prison term for domestic violence offences but will immediately be released from custody on a suspended sentence.

Man accused of carjackings, shooting after fatal crash

A man is under police guard in an Australian hospital after being accused of a shooting and a number of carjackings following a fatal crash.

How is a pope chosen?

The election of a new pope is highly secretive and nothing is certain until white smoke pouring from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel tells the world there's a new leader of the Catholic Church.

Who could be the next pope?

Cardinals who are being talked about as "papabili" to succeed Pope Francis.

Hegseth shared attack plans in second Signal chat

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reportedly shared details of a March attack on Yemen's Houthis...

Hegseth shared attack plans in second Signal chat

President Donald Trump says he stands by US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, after reports that he shared details of a March attack on Yemen's Houthis in a message group.

Pope spent last day working, despite doctors' orders

Pope Francis made a public appearance and met with world leaders a day before he died. Photo:...

Pope spent last day working, despite doctors' orders

After spending more than five weeks in hospital, doctors told Pope Francis he needed two months' rest - but the leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics kept working right to the end.

Obituary: Pope Francis shook up Church with simplicity

Pope Francis waves to the crowds during a drive around St. Peter's Square during Palm Sunday Mass...

Obituary: Pope Francis shook up Church with simplicity

Pope Francis changed the face of the modern papacy more than any predecessor by shunning pomp and privilege, but his attempts to make the Catholic Church more inclusive made him an enemy to conservatives.

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