Israel moves deeper into Gaza City as Trump talks peace
US President Donald Trump has been in talks about ending the war in Gaza, while Israel continue their push into the heart of the enclave's biggest city.
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Most destructive arms race in history looms: Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has told the United Nations General Assembly that the world is living through the most destructive arms race in history.
US envoy hopeful of Gaza Strip ‘breakthrough’ in days
US President Donald Trump has reportedly presented an outline of a plan to end the Gaza Strip war, including a vow against letting Israel annex the West Bank.
‘ANTI-ICE’ written on bullet in deadly US shooting
The Trump administration has seized on a deadly shooting at a US immigration office, claiming the gunman "was targeting ICE" when he opened fire from a rooftop.
US to support Argentina with $20b rescue plan: Bessent
The US plans to extend a $US20 billion swap line to Argentina and is ready to buy the country's foreign bonds.
Trump links autism to Tylenol, claim disputed by medics
US President Donald Trump says there is a link between the use of pain medication Tylenol and autism during pregnancy, a claim doctors dispute.
NZ mum of children found in suitcases guilty of murder
A New Zealand mother accused of murdering her two children and hiding their bodies in suitcases has been found guilty.
ICC charges Duterte with crimes against humanity
Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte is accused of being an "indirect co-perpetrator" in the murders of dozens of alleged criminals.
Recognition of Palestine offers no relief for Gazans
Gazans continue to despair as Israel presses on with its offensive a day after world leaders gathered at the United Nations to embrace a Palestinian state.
War grinds on as Ukraine’s Zelenskiy seeks help at UN
Russia and Ukraine have exchanged strikes as President Volodymyr Zelenskiy tries to drum up support for Kyiv's strained defence against Moscow's invasion.
Western nations recognise Palestinian statehood
While Palestinians in Gaza hope statehood recognition might lead to independence, it comes as cold comfort in the midst of Israel's catastrophic 23-month war.
Trump unleashes at UN, countries are ‘going to hell’
President Donald Trump has returned to the United Nations to boast of his foreign policy achievements and lash out at the world body as a feckless institution.
Ukraine can win back all lands lost to Russia: Trump
In a striking shift in Ukraine's favour, Donald Trump says with the help of NATO forces, Ukraine is well-placed to regain territories taken by Russia.
Trump would-be Florida golf club assassin found guilty
A man found lurking at US President Donald Trump's Florida golf club with the intention of assassinating him tried to stab himself as a jury found him guilty.
Summit to meet as support grows for Palestinian state
World leaders will gather to discuss a two-state solution as Australia, Britain and Canada become some of the latest nations to recognise a Palestinian state.
Russia and Ukraine trade deadly drone strikes
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is set for "a very intense week" at the UN, while Ukraine and Russia accuse each other of deadly drone strikes on civilian areas.
West, Russia clash at UN over NATO airspace incidents
Britain has hit out at Russia's "reckless actions" violating NATO airspace in Estonia and Poland, during a United Nations Security Council meeting.
France joins Western allies in recognising Palestine
French President Emmanuel Macron has recognised a Palestinian state at a global summit in New York.
Musk comments at UK anti-immigration rally ‘dangerous’
Remarks by Tesla and X owner Elon Musk at an anti-immigration rally have been condemned as dangerous and inflammatory by Britain's prime minister.
US judge dismisses terrorism charges against Mangione
A judge has dismissed terrorism charges against Luigi Mangione in New York state's case over the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
‘Absolute legend’: stars pay tribute to Robert Redford
Hollywood stars are mourning the death of Robert Redford, expressing affection and admiration for the Oscar-winning director and godfather for independent film.
Prosecutors seek death penalty for accused Kirk killer
A 22-year-old man accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk has been charged with murder as prosecutors revealed texts he allegedly sent after the shooting.
China says TikTok deal with the US is a ‘win-win’
China has called a framework deal reached to switch TikTok to US-controlled ownership in the United States a "win-win" in a state media editorial.
Israel says ground troops moving deeper into Gaza City
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel needs to create an "independent weapons industry" that can "withstand international constraints".
Trump arrives in Britain for second state visit
Donald Trump has landed in the UK for his second state visit after hailing the "great honour" of being hosted by the King at "the ultimate" Windsor Castle.
Trump hails US, UK’s ‘unbreakable bond’ at talks
US President Donald Trump has arrived to hold talks with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at his Chequers country estate.
US Fed cuts rates by quarter of a percentage point
The US central bank has lowered the key interest rate by a quarter of a percentage point due to a weak labour market, the board of governors says.
Israel opens route out of Gaza City for 48 hours
An Israeli official says military operations are focused on getting civilians to leave Gaza City and that it will likely take months to capture.
Ukraine to get first US missiles in new supply system
Ukraine is set to receive its first batch of US-produced weapons funded under a new program agreed by the United States and NATO allies.
Suspect in Kirk killing ‘feared being shot by police’
The 22-year-old man charged with killing Charlie Kirk was afraid of being shot by police and agreed to surrender as long as it was peaceful, a sheriff says.
NZ economy shrinks, fuelling bets of steeper rate cuts
A sharper-than-expected contraction in the New Zealand economy has fuelled expectations of a higher interest rate cut in October.