At least 4 countries pull out of 2026 Eurovision contest as Israel’s participation sows discord
GENEVA — Public broadcasters in Ireland, the Netherlands, Spain and Slovenia on Thursday pulled out of next year’s Eurovision Song…
Pope Leo XIV delivers peace message to 150,000 at Beirut Mass
BEIRUT — With a rainbow adorning the early morning sky, tens of thousands converged on Beirut’s waterfront on Tuesday to…
Memo to ‘nice’ Americans: You’re all illegal now
On Thanksgiving evening, as Americans offered grace for their blessings and feasted with loved ones, President Trump’s contribution…
Trump offers Maduro exile as US military build-up around Venezuela grows
When asked whether Trump was planning to attack Venezuela, the senator from Oklahoma said: “No, he’s made it…
Prince William pops into country pub for quiet lunch and leaves £25 tip
“So everyone was a bit shocked when the Prince of Wales walked in. “William had our homemade burger,…
‘Mana motuhake Māori – Māori sovereignty’: Labour sets out ambitious pitch to win back Māori seats
Tangaere-Manuel’s ambitious speech talked up Labour’s record on Māori issues – a direct challenge to Te Pāti Māori,…
Why Pope Leo XIV’s Lebanon visit matters amid Israeli bombardment
BEIRUT — When Pope Leo XIV visits the Middle East this week, he comes to a conflict-weary region struggling…
Trump says one of the two National Guard members shot by Afghan national has died
WASHINGTON — President Trump said Thursday that one of the two National Guard members allegedly shot by an Afghan national…
Pope urges Turkey to be a force for stability, peace
ANKARA, Turkey — Pope Leo XIV encouraged Turkey to be a source of stability and dialogue in a world riven…
What happens after redundancy? NorthTec layoffs highlight jobseeker struggles
“The narrower the field, the less likely it is you’re going to find employment.” Jones said one man…
Asbestos scare: Schools and early learning centres shut after sand recall
On Saturday, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) issued a recall for four Kmart products –…
Country music star Todd Snider dead week after mystery illness and arrest
Snider’s family announced last week he had been diagnosed with walking pneumonia in Tennessee, asking fans to “hold…