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Backpack found in Central Park, but CEO assassin still at large
New York investigators have found a backpack in Central Park, believed to belong to the suspect in the killing of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson. US correspondent Jagruti Dave spoke to Morning… Audio
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad ousted as rebels take Damascus
Syrians around the world are celebrating after rebel forces captured Damascus and ousted President Bashar al-Assad on Sunday. AUT lecturer in international law Myra Williamson spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
NZ based Syrian on rebel forces ousting President Bashar al-Assad
Syrian rebels have ousted President Bashar al-Assad, bringing an end to his family's 50-year rule. Middle Eastern scholar and former Syrian refugee Karam Shaar spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Syrian rebels capture Damascus as Bashar al-Assad flees
Syria's overthrown president, Bashar al-Assad, is still missing after fleeing the country as rebels took control of the capital, Damascus. Middle East Correspondent Trent Murray spoke to Ingrid… Audio
US: latest on hunt for killer of health insurance boss
The manhunt continues for the killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, Katherine Firkin has the latest. Audio
European reaction to Syria, Notre Dame Cathedral reopens
Europe reacts to the overthrow of the Assad regime in Syria, Dr Anita Purcell-Sjölund reports from Sweden Audio
Celebrations in Syria as president reportedly ousted
President Bashar al-Assad has reportedly fled Damascus as rebels entered the Syrian capital.
What's happening in Syria? How wars in Ukraine and Lebanon changed everything
Analysis -The startling advance of Syria's opposition in a week is the unintended consequence of two other conflicts, one near and one far.
UnitedHealthcare CEO's killer identified - NYC mayor
Police hunting for Thompson's killer examining a bag believed to belong to the suspect found a jacket and Monopoly money, but no firearm.
There's no place like home for these $48 million slippers
A pair of Judy Garland's ruby slippers from "The Wizard of Oz," which were stolen from a Minnesota museum almost 20 years ago, have sold for US$28 million.
See King Charles and Queen Camilla's Christmas card
The portrait of the happy couple was snapped in April in the garden at Buckingham Palace.
Chinese Embassy rejects US hacking accusations
The National Cyber Security Centre put out an advisory last week about a mass hacking operation called Salt Typhoon, which they blamed on China-affiliated hackers.
Notre-Dame holds reopening ceremony
The word "Merci" was projected on to the Paris cathedral as it reopened, in thanks for its salvation after a devastating fire that brought the 860-year-old building close to collapse five years ago.
Netanyahu calls Australian government 'anti-Israel' after attack
Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu accused the Australian government of anti-Israel policies, following an arson attack on a Melbourne synagogue.
Musk spent over US$350m to help elect Trump
The huge donations made Musk one of the biggest underwriters of a presidential campaign in US history.
Kiwis stayed at same New York hostel as CEO murder suspect
Niki Dilley, a Canterbury man visiting New York, described the police investigation at his hostel as "scary but cool".
Murder, memes and snark: A killing lays bare US healthcare frustrations
Jokes, snark, and a striking absence of sympathy have dominated public sentiment since the murder of a US health insurance executive.
Trump stands by Pentagon pick Hegseth as nomination in doubt
US President-elect Donald Trump cited the controversial former Fox News host's "charisma" and called him "a WINNER".
Mustafa: The Toronto folk poet on his grief
Sudanese Canadian artist Mustafa is an acclaimed performance poet and was first discovered at the age of 12 performing outside his home in Toronto's housing projects. His poetry opened many doors… Audio
South Korean president apologises to nation for martial law
The speech was Yoon Suk Yeol's first public appearance since he rescinded the martial law order on Wednesday, just six hours after it was declared and after parliament defied military and police…