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    Russia's claim Ukraine attacked Putin's home 'doesn't make any sense', experts say
     30 December 2025
    A defence analyst tells the ABC an attack on the Russian President's state residence would be "technically" possible but would not make sense strategically for Ukraine.
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    Former boxing world champion Anthony Joshua stable, two people dead after car crash in Nigeria
    30 Dec: Boxer Anthony Joshua escapes serious injury in a car crash in Nigeria that leaves two of his close friends and team members dead, a week after his multi-million-dollar fight with Jake Paul.... more
    Queen Camilla and Catherine, Princess of Wales are likely to receive "heirloom" jewellery from their husbands for Christmas
    30 Dec: Although the royal family are known for exchanging joke gifts on Christmas Eve, former royal butler Grant Harrold revealed 25 December is a day for "meaningful" presents, and King Charles and Prince William are likely to give their wives special pieces handed down through the generations.... more
    Another NBA win for Kiwi big man Steven Adams and his Houston Rockets
    30 Dec: Another NBA win for Kiwi big man Steven Adams and his Houston Rockets... more
    Police in Hamilton have intercepted a 29-year-old woman who allegedly tried to steal more than 1700 dollars worth of groceries this morning
    30 Dec: Police in Hamilton have intercepted a 29-year-old woman who allegedly tried to steal more than 1700 dollars worth of groceries this morning... more
    Billy Porter plans to do "nothing" over the festive period
    30 Dec: The Pose actor - who contracted sepsis in September - is looking forward to taking a break and having the time to relax over the next few weeks.... more
    A Police investigation is underway following a mass brawl in Auckland's Karangahape Road, which left three in hospital
    30 Dec: A Police investigation is underway following a mass brawl in Auckland's Karangahape Road, which left three in hospital... more
    Taylor Swift has donated $1 million to the American Heart Association
    30 Dec: The Fate of Ophelia has made a generous personal contribution in honour of her dad Scott Swift, who underwent a quintuple bypass surgery earlier this year, and the money will help to "advance ongoing scientific research, stronger prevention and treatment efforts, and expanded access to life saving care for every community".... more
    An office worker, sacked just 15 days into the job, has been awarded more than 30-thousand dollars
    30 Dec: An office worker, sacked just 15 days into the job, has been awarded more than 30-thousand dollars... more
    James Ransone saved his neighbour from being sexually assaulted
    30 Dec: The Wire actor passed away on 19 December after taking his own life at the age of 46 and a woman named Molly Watts has paid tribute to the star for helping prevent her life from taking a dark turn when he scared off her would-be attacker in New York in 2006.... more

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     25 Dec: The West Coast is in for a soaking this Christmas, with heavy rain expected all day ++++++++++
     27 Dec: A severe thunderstorm warning's in place for Selwyn, Ashburton, and Christchurch City, with a high chance of large hail, heavy rain, and frequent lightning ++++++++++
     26 Dec: Retailers have their last push of the year - as Kiwis hit the shops for Boxing Day sales +++++++++
     26 Dec: Joseph Parker's manager has revealed the pair discussed the Kiwi boxer retiring, following his defeat to Brit Fabio Wardley in London and positive drugs test ++++++++
     31 Dec: State Highway 2 north of Eskdale and Napier has reopened overnight after a fatal crash yesterday morning ++++++++
     26 Dec: A 29-year-old man's due in court today - after turning himself into Police for questioning yesterday, over a double homicide in Ruatiti ++++++++
     24 Dec: State Highway One through Northland's Waipu is blocked following a crash - leaving 5 people injured, one seriously  ++++++++

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      31 Dec: Wild weather won't dampen auckland's new year fireworks (RadioNZ)
      31 Dec: Why data governance is critical for generative ai success (ITBrief)
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      31 Dec: Infinix taps pininfarina for note 60 ultra flagship design (ITBrief)
      31 Dec: Auckland motorway reopens after crash closes road for most of afternoon (RadioNZ)
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     Today's News

    Entertainment:
    Jamie Lee Curtis is glad she narrowly dodged fame as a child thanks to her late mom Janet Leigh 19:38

    International:
    The US is ramping up its security in Louisiana, a year after a deadly terror attack 19:27

    Environment:
    Stormy weather's forecasted to keep battering Northland and Auckland until later tonight 19:27

    Entertainment:
    Olivia Culpo is saving all her clothes for her daughter 19:08

    Entertainment:
    Billie Lourd has paid tribute to her grandmother Debbie Reynolds on the ninth anniversary of her death 18:38

    Environment:
    Power is likely be restored tonight, and support's available for Horowhenua locals affected by Sunday's severe weather event 18:37

    Entertainment:
    Toni Collette has praised Kate Winslet for bringing an "incredible sense of trust and freedom" to the set of Goodbye June 18:08

    Business:
    A gang of thieves has made off with tens of millions of euros - after drilling into a German bank vault in a daring holiday heist 18:07

    Entertainment:
    Ashley Park dec lares crocheting as her personal Roman Empire 17:38

    Cricket:
    Martin Guptill is offering his perspective on the evolution of franchise cricket after featuring in the New Year honours list for services to the sport 17:27

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