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Ikea Opens First New Zealand Store in Auckland

Shoppers queued for hours as Ikea finally opened its doors in New Zealand, ending a decades-long wait. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon cut the ribbon at the Auckland store.

Correction: Knife Crime Statistics Amended

The Guardian issues a correction on knife crime statistics for London, Dorset, North Yorkshire, and Suffolk. Discover the accurate ONS data and other recent amendments.

Auckland's Magic: Why This City Wins Hearts

Discover why Auckland is captivating travellers with its waterfront espresso bars, volcanic lookouts and incredible dining scene. Find out why Qantas chose it for their new Adelaide route.

Michelin Guide Launches in New Zealand for 2025

The prestigious Michelin Guide expands to New Zealand, with anonymous inspectors already evaluating restaurants across Auckland, Queenstown, Wellington and Christchurch for the inaugural 2025 edition.

Merseyside gangsters jailed for 100+ years

Twelve members of a violent organised crime group from Merseyside have been sentenced to more than 100 years combined after police uncovered their brutal reign of terror involving chainsaws and firearms.

Baltimore crime rates drop under new prosecutor

Baltimore experiences significant crime reduction as State's Attorney Ivan Bates implements aggressive prosecution strategies and targets repeat offenders, marking a dramatic turnaround for the city.

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.

Australia beat NZ in tense T20 series finale

Australia clinched the T20 series against New Zealand with a dramatic 3-wicket victory in Auckland, overcoming early setbacks to chase down 103 runs in a rain-affected thriller.

England Women Reach Rugby World Cup Semi-Finals

England's women's rugby team secures a dramatic 33-12 quarter-final win against France in Auckland, setting up a semi-final clash with either Canada or USA. Relive the key moments and tries from this epic encounter.

Megan Breen Jailed for Vicious Assault and Theft in Gwent

Megan Breen, 25, from Gwent, has been sentenced to prison for a series of violent assaults and thefts, including a brutal attack on a woman she met on a night out. Read the full story of her crimes and the police investigation.

Father of Three Stabbed to Death by Moped Thieves in Bronx

A horrific daylight attack in the Bronx claims the life of a 35-year-old father. The victim was fatally stabbed by assailants on a moped in what police are investigating as a potential robbery. The community is left in shock as the hunt for the killers co

Fly-tipping gang ordered to pay £110k for toxic dump

A ruthless fly-tipping gang that orchestrated a massive 500-tonne illegal dump, poisoning a village with toxic fumes, has been brought to justice. Read the full story of the environmental crime and the hefty penalties.

Yacht race cocaine smugglers jailed for 111 years

A sophisticated criminal gang who attempted to smuggle £50 million worth of cocaine into the UK hidden on a yacht competing in a major transatlantic race has been jailed for a total of 111 years. The elaborate plot was uncovered by the National Crime Agen

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