
Where the Highway Fell Silent: An Act of Harm and Its Reckoning
An Australian man was jailed after dragging a tied-up kangaroo behind his vehicle, with the court condemning the act as deliberate animal cruelty.

An Australian man was jailed after dragging a tied-up kangaroo behind his vehicle, with the court condemning the act as deliberate animal cruelty.

Police dog teams tracked and arrested a driver who fled a Dunedin hit-and-run, where a pedestrian was seriously injured. Investigations and potential charges are ongoing.

A bloodied man behaving erratically in central Dunedin was taken into custody and treated after police said drugs were involved. No members of the public were injured.

An American fundraiser who claimed terminal cancer died in Auckland after allegations his campaign was a hoax, leaving unresolved questions about online trust and generosity.

Police in Palmerston North recovered suspected stolen WWII medals during a search, with investigations ongoing to confirm ownership and return them to families.

One person has died following a three-vehicle crash in Waikuku, north of Christchurch. Police are investigating the cause of the collision.

A man was arrested in Auckland after allegedly committing a robbery and hiding in a closet. Police say he was taken into custody without incident.

Estonia once built a strong chocolate tradition led by Kalev, but historical and economic shifts limited its global rise compared to Switzerland and Belgium.

A Christchurch school says it is shocked the Ministry did not report the disappearance of Yuna and Minu Jo to police before the children were later found dead, prompting reviews of safeguarding procedures.

Hungary has opposed Finland’s proposal to ban Russia’s “shadow fleet” vessels, highlighting divisions within the EU over sanctions and energy policy.

Violence has surged in parts of Mexico after a cartel leader’s death, raising questions about security as the country prepares to co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Nicola Flint, an alleged New Zealand fraudster, has reportedly been arrested in the United Kingdom, with extradition proceedings expected to follow.

Jack Hargreaves has admitted murdering his brother and seizing a car while armed after a Hamilton shooting. The case now moves to sentencing.

A child was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle in a residential driveway in Christchurch. Police are investigating the circumstances.

Rotorua is responding to new laws allowing police to issue “move-on” orders to homeless individuals and beggars, prompting debate over public safety and social support.

The killing of a notorious Mexican drug cartel leader has triggered retaliatory violence, prompting increased security deployments and public safety measures.

Chatunga Mugabe, son of former Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe, has been charged with attempted murder following a shooting in Johannesburg. The case is under investigation.

Otepää is completing final preparations for an upcoming Biathlon World Cup stage, focusing on snow conditions, logistics, and international event standards.

Migrant deaths in the Mediterranean have surpassed 600 as winter storms redirect boats toward southern Italy, intensifying risks along one of the world’s deadliest migration routes.

Kim Jong Un has been reaffirmed as leader of North Korea’s ruling Workers’ Party, signaling political continuity amid ongoing economic and security challenges.

A UK teenager was found guilty of terror offences after joining a banned far-right group and researching a synagogue, highlighting ongoing concerns about online radicalization.

A bus traveling from Pokhara to Kathmandu plunged into the Trishuli River in Dhading, killing 19 and injuring dozens, as road accidents continue to rise nationwide.

Once clinging to a stuffed toy after being rejected, baby macaque Punch is now slowly making friends, turning a viral moment into a story of quiet resilience.

Over 5,000 flights have been canceled across the U.S. East Coast as cities and airports cope with a record-breaking winter storm and heavy snowfall.