New Zealand
New Zealand election early count shows two main parties near deadlocked
With just over a quarter of votes counted, both major parties were polling just under 30%, separated by a few thousand votes, in an election dominated by a struggling economy.
Indian national killed, New Zealander injured, after helicopters collide in Mount Everest region
First Israeli ballots cast as diplomats vote abroad from New Zealand to New York
Flydubai hijacker studied in UK, New Zealand, Australia, countries investigating - report
New Zealand police probes flydubai hijacker's time spent in island country - report
Additionally, the New Zealand Herald reported that Captain Smit Machchhar, the Indian pilot whom Hammami attacked aboard the flydubai flight, had trained in the island country.
New Zealand says China is its most persistent state-backed cyber threat
New Zealand report identifies China as its most persistent state-backed cyber threat, with foreign espionage actively targeting key government, health, education, and IT infrastructure network.
PFLP-linked New Zealand party running on Palestine platform enters election, sparking concern
The Palestine Free from the River to the Sea Party was almost not allowed to register following the submission of over 200 submissions opposing it.
Israel should consider changing Hatikvah as its national anthem - opinion
If we want everyone to sing Israel's national anthem with pride and a sense of belonging, we must agree to change.
Which countries, tech giants around the world are regulating kids' social media access?
What are countries and companies doing to regulate access to social media amid mounting concerns over the impact of social media on children's health and safety?
Australia to vaccinate vulnerable native birds against bird flu following New Zealand's lead
The vaccine rollout will begin in the "coming days and weeks," with an initial focus on priority species in captivity, Agriculture Minister Julie Collins told reporters in Canberra.
Defense Ministry works toward future of Israel's defense sector, plans for munitions independence
Defense Ministry Director General Amir Baram told industry leaders that Israel aims to expand domestic production, innovation, and defense exports.
Australia begins legal action against Telegram over alleged pro-terror material, extremist violence
The office of the eSafety Commissioner said it had begun action after Telegram failed to remove videos of terrorist executions and mass shootings.
India, New Zealand summon Iranian diplomats in wake of attacks in Strait of Hormuz
India summoned Iran's representatives in Delhi after Iran had struck two ships carrying a total of 30 Indian sailors, the External Affairs Ministry announced.
Jurassic Park star Sam Neill dies suddenly at 78, months after announcing being cancer free
"Sam was surrounded by family and passed with the dignity that has characterized his whole life," the statement shared on Instagram read.
