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Hamas Hostage: 'I Thought I'd Die Every Day'

Exclusive interview with a former Hamas hostage who reveals the terrifying 50-day captivity in Gaza and the psychological trauma that continues long after release.

NZ MP suspended after powerful haka protest in parliament

A dramatic scene unfolded in New Zealand's parliament as Maori MP Rawiri Waititi performed a powerful traditional haka after being ordered to leave the chamber, leading to his suspension in a tense cultural confrontation.

NZ Foreign Minister's home vandalised in protest

The Auckland residence of New Zealand's Foreign Minister Winston Peters has been targeted by vandals in what police are treating as a politically motivated attack, raising security concerns for senior government officials.

NZ compensates Samoa for 2012 ferry disaster

In a landmark move, New Zealand offers a formal apology and NZ$12.7 million compensation to Samoa for the 2012 ferry sinking that claimed five lives, marking a significant moment in Pacific diplomacy.

Australia crush NZ in T20 as Stoinis stars

Australia clinched a dramatic 2-0 series victory against New Zealand in a rain-affected second T20 international, with Marcus Stoinis delivering a match-winning performance with both bat and ball.

Brazilian 'Fritzl' Imprisoned Stepdaughter for 22 Years

A 61-year-old man in Brazil has been arrested after his stepdaughter escaped from 22 years of captivity, during which she was repeatedly raped and bore three of his children in a case bearing shocking similarities to the Austrian Fritzl case.

NZ Dad Tom Phillips Vanish with Kids in Off-Grid Bid

The desperate search for fugitive father Tom Phillips and his partner Catherine Christey continues as they evade police with his three children, last seen abandoning a car and fleeing into the remote New Zealand bush.

NZ Father Vanishes With Three Kids in Anti-Government Crusade

The desperate search for Tom Phillips and his three children, Jayda, Maverick and Ember, continues two years after their disappearance from Marokopa. New details reveal his anti-government motives and the heartbreak of a family left behind.

Fugitive Dad's Double Life Exposed in New Zealand

Exclusive: Tom Phillips, a British fugitive wanted for child abduction, is discovered living under a new identity in New Zealand with a secret family, while his ex-partner and three children left behind in the UK endure years of anguish.

How NZ Police Closed In On Fugitive Tom Phillips

An in-depth look at the meticulous 18-month manhunt across New Zealand's North Island that led to the dramatic capture of Tom Phillips, who vanished with his three children in December 2021.

NZ Fugitive Father Hunt: Police Suspect Outside Help

New Zealand police launch a major manhunt for Tom Phillips, who vanished with his three children. Investigators now suspect he is receiving outside assistance to evade capture, intensifying the nationwide search.

Major Campsite Found in Search for Missing Brit in NZ

The hunt for British father Tom Phillips and his three children missing for 21 months takes a critical turn as New Zealand police uncover a significant campsite in the remote Te Urewera bush, revealing survival gear and clues of recent habitation.

Student freed after 903 days in Hezbollah captivity

Elkana Harel, a graduate student, has been released after nearly two and a half years as a Hezbollah hostage in Lebanon. His emotional return to Israel marks the end of a protracted diplomatic ordeal.

NZ Dad's Plea For Kids After Police Shooting Horror

Tom Phillips, a New Zealand father, issues a chilling public plea for the return of his three children, missing for over two years, following a violent shooting incident in Maramarua that left three police officers injured. The desperate search continues

Missing Brit Tom Phillips' Abandoned Campsite Found in NZ

The mysterious disappearance of British expat Tom Phillips and his three children deepens as New Zealand police discover their deserted campsite in the remote Waikato bush, uncovering personal belongings and a vehicle, but no trace of the family.

Center Parcs UK Staycation Costs More Than New Zealand Holiday

Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering cost of a UK staycation at Center Parcs, with a family break now costing more than a luxury holiday to New Zealand. Discover the price comparison that has British families rethinking their holiday plans.

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