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The Hondius is just carrying crew and medical staff who will quarantine. Photo: Reuters

Hantavirus-hit cruise ship due to arrive at Rotterdam

A hantavirus-hit cruise ship is due to dock in Rotterdam on Monday for disinfection, with Dutch authorities preparing quarantine arrangements for the 25 crew and two medical staff remaining on board.

Sherpa smashes Everest record

Kami Rita Sherpa at Everest Base Camp. Photo: Reuters

Sherpa smashes Everest record

A renowned Nepali Sherpa guide has scaled Mount Everest for the 32nd time, smashing his own record set last year, an official says.

More than 900 arrests in NSW domestic violence blitz

More than 900 arrests in NSW domestic violence blitz

More than 900 people were arrested during a four-day blitz in New South Wales targeting those with a history of domestic violence.

At least 17 dead in suspected ISIS attack on military school

At least 17 dead in suspected ISIS attack on military school

At least 17 police officers were killed in Nigeria’s northeast Yobe state after suspected Islamist militants attacked a specialised military school that also trains police officers.

Ebola outbreak reaches international concern threshold, WHO says

Ebola fears grow in eastern Congo as Bunia hospital receives suspected cases. Photo: Reuters

Ebola outbreak reaches international concern threshold, WHO says

An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda has been declared a public health emergency of international concern.

'One-of-a-kind gentleman' killed by shark in WA

'One-of-a-kind gentleman' killed by shark in Western Australia

A father-of-two killed in a shark attack is being remembered as a "one-of-a-kind gentleman", while his mates have been praised for rushing to bring him back to shore.

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Head of Hamas military wing killed in Israeli strike

People carry images and bodies identified by mourners as Hamas' military wing commander Izz al...

Head of Hamas military wing killed in Israeli strike

An Israeli airstrike on Gaza killed the chief of Hamas' military wing, the most senior official killed by Israel since a ceasefire agreement in October that was meant to halt fighting.

Eighty dead in new Ebola outbreak in DR Congo

Thermometers are pictured at the entrance of an Ebola Treatment Centre in the Eastern Congolese...

Eighty dead in new Ebola outbreak in DR Congo

Eighty people have died in a new Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo's eastern Ituri province, the country's health ministry said late on Friday.

Israel and Lebanon agree to 45-day 'ceasefire' extension

Mourners attend the funeral of Lebanese civil defence members, who were killed in an Israeli...

Israel and Lebanon agree to 45-day 'ceasefire' extension

Israel and Lebanon agreed to a 45-day extension of a ceasefire that has tamped down the conflict between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.

Legendary tough man and an unlikely internet sensation

Chuck Norris in Walker, Texas Ranger. PHOTO: TNS

Legendary tough man and an unlikely internet sensation

Chuck Norris was the martial arts grandmaster whose roles in Walker, Texas Ranger and other television shows and movies made him an iconic tough guy.

Trump departs Beijing with few wins, has warm words for Xi

Chinese President Xi Jinping shakes hands with US President Donald Trump after a visit to the...

Trump departs Beijing with few wins, has warm words for Xi

US President Donald Trump departed China on Friday touting business deals that gave markets little to cheer, while Beijing warned Washington about mishandling Taiwan.

Kiwi hantavirus passenger lands in Perth

Hantavirus cruise passengers touch down in Australia

A New Zealander is among passengers from a cruise ship afflicted by the rare and deadly hantavirus who have touched down in Australia before a three-week quarantine.

Italy says ciao to Catherine on first trip since illness

The Princess of Wales greets a baby in Reggio Emilia, on her first day of a trip to Italy. Photo:...

Italy says ciao to Catherine on first trip since illness

Britain's Princess of Wales has been warmly welcomed by Italians on her first official overseas trip since undergoing cancer treatment.

Potential rivals circle struggling Starmer

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer (left) with main rival Wes Streeting, who has resigned. Photo:...

Potential rivals circle struggling Starmer

British PM Keir Starmer is struggling to hold on to power after the resignation of his main rival in the govt, and others position themselves for potential challenges.

Manchester's 'King of the North' seeks UK conquest

Opinion polls rank Andy Burnham among Britain's most popular politicians. Photo: Getty Images

Manchester's 'King of the North' seeks UK conquest

Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham is seeking to return parliament in order to challenge embattled Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

Xi warns Trump of possible conflict over Taiwan

US President Donald Trump participates in a welcome ceremony with Chinese President Xi Jinping at...

Xi warns Trump of possible conflict over Taiwan

China's Xi Jinping told US President Donald Trump that trade talks were making progress but warned that disagreement over Taiwan could lead to conflict.

Police plan 'unprecedented' operation at London protests

London police say they will mount an "unprecedented" operation against disorder when two large protests take place in the British capital this weekend.

One dead, others seriously injured after bus rolls in Queensland

A woman is dead and at least one person has been left with life-threatening injuries after a coach rolled on one of Australia's most dangerous roads.

Rayner calls on Starmer to 'reflect'

Cleared of tax wrongdoing, UK Labour's Rayner calls on Starmer to 'reflect'

A potential rival to British Prime Minister leader Keir Starmer says she has been cleared of deliberate wrongdoing over her tax affairs, overcoming a hurdle to mounting any leadership bid.

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