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Hipkins hadn’t read letter from Luxon until after it was made public
Hipkins said he “would have liked to have seen it” before media started asking him questions.

US cops pull over driverless car after illegal U-turn

Humberto to storm the UK after brushing Bermuda this week

Most Israelis say end Gaza war, prioritize hostages, hold leaders accountable

Israeli military sources say 800,000 people have fled Gaza City

Will the Next Mazda MX-5 Miata and Toyota GR86 Share a Platform? A Wild Rumor Claims It's Happening

New homeowners say they've been misled into buying non-compliant homes
Several first time Auckland homeowners are facing bills of potentially tens of thousands of dollars to complete landscaping works or demolish work already done to comply.

'McIlroy got a text from Trump' - Donald on celebrations & his future as captain
Team Europe captain Luke Donald reflects on his side's Ryder Cup win and says Rory McIlroy received a text from President Donald Trump while they celebrated at Bethpage Black in New York.

Inquest opened into death of former Liverpool boss Beard
The inquest into the death of former Liverpool boss Matt Beard has opened in Ruthin, North Wales.

One day of planning went into Covid school closures, inquiry hears
This part of the inquiry is looking at the impact the pandemic had on children and young people.

Faisal Islam: Reeves pre-emptively justifies tax rises
The chancellor linked tough decisions "in coming months" to global headwinds and OBR productivity reassessment.

Trump considering supplying Ukraine with long-range missiles, Vance says
Vance's comments come as Ukraine's deputy defence minister tells the BBC Western weapons could force Moscow to start peace talks.

Mother to be charged with murdering three children
The children were found with fatal knife wounds to their necks and chests at their home in Bristol.

Europe captain 'thinking about' third term after Ryder Cup victory
Luke Donald will "think about" being European Ryder Cup captain again, but says he will not "rush into a decision" after Sunday's victory in New York.

4.49%: Major bank announces cut to 1-year fixed home loan rate
Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) has cut its standard advertised 1-year fixed home loan rate to 4.49 per cent per annum, effective immediately for new and eligible existing customers.

Volvo Introduces EX30 Cross Country in New Zealand
Featuring rugged design features and 190mm ground clearance for off-road capability, the EX30 Cross Country can achieve 0-100km/h in 3.7 seconds.

Boy, 6, Vanished Over a Week Ago While Walking with Family. Authorities Say His Chance of Survival Is Less Than 5%

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon asks Labour leader Chris Hipkins to support offshore gas exploration
The Prime Minister wants a bipartisan approach to offshore exploration for natural gas.

'Into the pressure cooker again' - assessing England's World Cup chances
England women have experienced a turbulent year, so what are the expectations in Nat Sciver-Brunt and Charlotte Edwards' first significant assignment?

Trump texts McIlroy - Europe troll US President in reply
Europe's players celebrate a knee-knocking 15-13 Ryder Cup victory over the United States in New York by trolling Donald Trump.

Japanese brewing giant Asahi hit by cyber-attack
The brewer says the attack hit shipping and customer service operations, but its European business is not affected.

Why the US government might shut down and what to know
If no deal is struck by the end of Tuesday, the US will have its first shutdown in nearly seven years.

Maintenance grants to return for some students
The support will be available to those on "priority courses", with more detail to come in the autumn Budget.

Scottish schools must have separate toilets for boys and girls
The Scottish government has issued new guidance following two landmark court rulings.

Reeves warns of harder choices to come as she hints at tax rises
The chancellor says choices have been made "harder" by international events and the "long-term damage" done to the economy.