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  •   Home > News >  Subscribe to NZCity's International articles  International
    What we know about the hostages in Gaza amid Edan Alexander's release
     13 May 2025
    It has been more than 580 days since 251 people were taken hostage by Hamas on October 7, 2023. Here's why the most recent release is significant.
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    Sean 'Diddy' Combs has gone on trial in New York. Here's what happened on day one
    13 May: The prosecution argues Sean "Diddy" Combs used his power to coerce victims into marathon drug-fuelled orgies, while the defence says its client is merely a "swinger" with unconventional sexual proclivities.... more
    Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte wins mayoral election from jail cell at The Hague
    13 May: With 80 per cent of votes counted in an unofficial tally, Rodrigo Duterte was winning the Davao mayoral contest with eight times more votes than his nearest rival.... more
    Will Pope Leo XIV follow Pope Francis' lead when it comes to interfaith dialogue?
    13 May: Amid global conflicts, the new pope will need to forge new bonds. Experts say he has the background and the skills that will demonstrate that he's up to the task.... more
    American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander released by Hamas
    13 May: The 21-year-old has been reunited with his family at the Israeli border after 580 days in captivity.... more
    Amid Donald Trump's tariff uncertainty, Vietnam scrambles to avoid an economic disaster
    13 May: For Vietnam, one of the world's most export-reliant economies, the stakes of its negotiations with US President Donald Trump on the future of his tariffs plan could not be higher.... more
    Why are India and Pakistan fighting?
    12 May: Fighting between Pakistan and India flared up over the weekend in a continuation of decades of hostility between the neighbouring countries.... more
    Kurdish militants PKK to disband after four-decade insurgency against Türkiye
    12 May: A news agency linked to the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) says it resolved to disband at a meeting in eastern Türkiye last week.... more
    Elizabeth Holmes's partner Billy Evans reportedly raising millions for a blood-testing start-up — and it's not Theranos
    12 May: The partner of disgraced Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes has reportedly raised millions of dollars in order to start a new blood-testing company, according to a report from the New York Times.... more
    Taylor Swift subpoenaed in Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni legal battle
    12 May: Taylor Swift's subpoena in the It Ends With Us case is another attempt "to intimidate and attack women's rights and reputations," Lively's spokesperson said.... more

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     20 Apr: The teen journalists at the forefront of the fight between Donald Trump and Harvard ++++++++++++++
     14 Apr: US teen accused of killing parents as part of plot to assassinate Donald Trump ++++++++++++++
     18 Apr: Why is India's largest wildlife rescue facility threatening to sue conservationists? +++++++++++++
     13 Apr: Pope Francis makes unexpected appearance at Palm Sunday mass at the Vatican +++++++++++
     20 Apr: Optimism from McLaren's Formula One driver Oscar Piastri that a third win of the season is possible in tomorrow morning's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix +++++++++++

     International NewsLinks
      13 May: Png lewas have odi status until 2029 (RadioNZ)
      12 May: International tattoo artist mario gregor finds home in northland (NZ Herald)
      10 May: Fijian drua grieve death of castres olympique winger josaia raisuqe (NZ Herald)
      9 May: British and irish lions squad named: andy farrell holds out hope for son owen after lions omission (NZ Herald)
      9 May: Four in 10 universities in england face financial challenges (BBCWorld)
      8 May: Basketball australia to investigate conflict of interest claims in billionaires’ stoush (Sydney Morning Herald)
      7 May: Trenz conference: prime minister wants to see tourism industry grow (RadioNZ)
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     Today's News

    Basketball:
    The New York Knicks have moved within one win of NBA basketball's eastern conference finals 14:57

    Politics:
    What we know about the hostages in Gaza amid Edan Alexander's release 14:47

    Entertainment:
    Tom Cruise has hailed his ex-wife Nicole Kidman as a "great actress" 14:37

    National:
    US funding cuts have crippled our HIV work – what’s being lost 14:17

    Entertainment:
    Blake Shelton is delighted to see his stepsons showcasing their musical talents 14:07

    Law and Order:
    A 17-year-old has been sentenced to a year's home detention for fatally setting a sleeping woman on fire in 2020, aged 12 14:07

    Cricket:
    New Zealand Cricket have confirmed Black Caps who departed the Indian Premier League amid rising tensions with Pakistan will be free to choose if they want to return, with the league cleared to resume this weekend 13:47

    Entertainment:
    Prince Edward will represent King Charles at the inauguration of Pope Leo XIV 13:37

    Rugby League:
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    Entertainment:
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