17 April 2024
Astronomers have discovered the second-largest black hole known to be in the Milky Way, and it's located just 2,000 light-years from Earth.
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17 Apr: Julian Assange's bid to avoid extradition to America is dealt a blow, as lawyers for the United States provide the assurances about his treatment that a London court had demanded.... more
16 Apr: A fire has broken out at Copenhagen's Old Stock Exchange, one of the Danish capital's best-known buildings, engulfing its spire which collapsed onto the roof in a scene reminiscent of the 2019 blaze at Paris' Notre-Dame cathedral.... more
16 Apr: Iran's attack on Israel could have massive implications for the Middle East but experts say the actions of other regional powers could be more important.... more
16 Apr: A Kenyan runner who appeared to allow a Chinese opponent win the Beijing half marathon says he was a pacesetter who was trying to help the local athlete break a record.... more
16 Apr: For the next six weeks or so a courtroom on the 15th floor of the New York County Supreme Court will be the setting for a trial that made history before it even started. And once again, Donald Trump is at the centre of unprecedented events.... more
16 Apr: Hundreds of drones and missiles were launched towards Israel in an Iranian attack analysts say was unlike anything the world had seen. This is how Israel was able to thwart the five-hour onslaught.... more
16 Apr: Pakistani officials say most of the deaths occurred when farmers were struck by lightning while harvesting wheat and rain caused houses to collapse in Punjab province.... more
15 Apr: In the more than 58 years since Singapore was granted its independence, Australia has seen 17 prime ministers, while the island nation has had just three. So, what can we expect from Lawrence Wong when the deputy leader takes over from Lee Hsien Loong next month?... more
RUGBY Former All Blacks and Warriors doctor John Mayhew hopes the NRL applies common sense amid renewed calls to change or ban the kick-off after a spate of injuries More...
BUSINESS A South Auckland business group has helped Police make an arrest More...
