Auckland family violence refuge full as demand surges before Christmas
Hendricks said they would check availability at other refuges, but many were experiencing high demand. “This is not…
Domestic violence murder: Names of Auckland convict and victim permanently suppressed
“It’s a continuous nightmare I can’t wake from,” the woman’s best friend later added through tears, describing having…
Home Improvement child actor Zachery Ty Bryan arrested over probation breach
Cartwright is facing five charges; driving under the influence, attempted first-degree assault and three counts of reckless endangerment,…
Violence over water is on the rise, reached a record last year
In Algeria, water shortages left faucets dry, prompting protesters to riot and set tires ablaze. In Gaza, as…
Mt Wellington homicide: Jury find couple not guilty of murder after ‘soldier’ stormed their house with knife
Justice James MacGillivray granted the request and defendants learned their fate about 3.50pm. The judge thanked the jury…
Mt Wellington homicide: Couple fought for their lives after ‘soldier’ stormed house with knife
“What are you supposed to do when a big-arse man like that … is charging at you with…
Barry Gibb recalls brave Bee Gees TV performance of Bob Dylan song to protest the Vietnam War
In 1962, the Australian Army began its formal military commitment to the U.S war in Vietnam. Two years…
Massey reserve homicide: Teen responsible for security guard Ramandeep Singh’s death gets permanent suppression
But the Crown sought a “special care recipient order”, typical of most homicide cases involving insanity, in which…
Judge condemns ‘persistent violence’ as Shamah Riley jailed over Nelson supermarket assault
He said the victim’s physical injuries had healed but he still struggled emotionally. Shamah Riley during sentencing in…
Wesley College hostel closure: Violence among boarders at NZ’s oldest school behind urgent shutdown
“On this occasion, more than 30 senior students left their hostel building at night, entered a junior building,…
Rubio says Israel annexation moves in West Bank ‘threatening’ Gaza peace deal
“But at this time, it’s something that we … think might be counterproductive,” he said. Asked about increased…
Fans say Kristen Bell’s anniversary tribute to husband Dax Shepard ‘not funny’
“Not funny at all. What kind of man says that to his wife? Oh wait, I know exactly…