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Donald Trump using violent language causes debate with supporters
United States correspondent Todd Zwillich speaks to Lisa Owen about Donald Trump using violent language and how he can't cover his bond in a civil fraud case. He also speaks on a second man being… Audio
US judge killed outside his home; suspect was in divorce case
A Maryland judge was fatally shot in his driveway, police say, triggering a manhunt for a suspect authorities say was involved in a divorce case heard in the judge's court earlier in the day.
Donald Trump found liable for fraud - judge
A judge has found Donald Trump and his family business fraudulently inflated the value of his assets, in a major defeat that could hamper the former US president's ability to do business in the state.
How the fentanyl crisis' fourth wave has hit every corner of the US
More Americans than ever are dying from fentanyl overdoses as the fourth wave of the opioid epidemic crashes through every community, in every corner of the country.
Prosecutor asks for gag order on Donald Trump
The prosecutor leading the federal election meddling case against Donald Trump has asked a judge to place him under a gag order.
U.S appoints new envoy to Pacific Islands Forum
U.S appoints new envoy to Pacific Islands Forum. Audio
US, South Korea and Japan agree to deepen military ties, condemn China
Historic meeting aims to deepen military ties between countries, condemns 'dangerous and aggressive behaviour' from China.
Govt and BlackRock aiming at 100% clean energy: What is BlackRock?
Analysis - BlackRock is setting up a $2 billion fund with the government to invest in green energy - but what is BlackRock?
Judge orders three of Newburgh Four released, over bomb plot
Three men convicted of plotting to blow up New York synagogues and shoot down planes have been ordered released from prison after a judge said they had been manipulated by the FBI.
North Korea shows off ballistic missiles, drones at night-time parade
A Chinese and Russian presence at a North Korean parade including UN-banned ballistic missiles is a shift from Beijing and Moscow's previous efforts to distance themselves from their neighbour's…
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's endgame for NZ
Opinion - As the US Secretary of State and Australian PM visit, it seems inevitable that NZ's potential role in the AUKUS defence pact will be up for discussion in closed-door meetings, Geoffrey…
Trump Mar-a-Lago classified files case: Judge sets 20 May trial date
The high-profile case will begin with the election campaign in full swing.
USA correspondent Ximena Bustillo
Ximena has the latest on debt negotiations between the White House and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy as the US gets closer to a possible default. GOP Presidential candidates Ron DeSantis and Tim Scott… Audio
Bank to pay $75m to settle lawsuit by Epstein accusers
Deutsche Bank has agreed to pay $75 million to settle a lawsuit by women who say they were abused by the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, and accused the German bank of facilitating his sex…
2024 US election: Who has their hand up to run for president
Explainer: US President Joe Biden is expected to announce his campaign to seek re-election in 2024, Trump confirmed his bid last year, but who else might have their hat in the ring?
Sleeping elephant seals fall deep into the ocean
Researchers have found elephant seals falling asleep at sea and tumbling hundreds of metres deep in uncontrolled spirals.
Russia charges US journalist with spying - reports
US journalist Evan Gershkovich has been formally charged with spying in Russia, according to local media.
Biden administration blames chaotic Afghan pull-out on Trump
US President Joe Biden's administration has blamed its chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan on his predecessor, Donald Trump, in a new report.
How much can spy balloons see?
The Chinese surveillance balloon shot down over the United States earlier this month set off a flurry of action with three more unknown objects taken down by the Air Force in the following weeks… Audio
Gunman turns fire on US journalists, mother and child
A gunman has opened fire on journalists reporting a murder in Florida, killing one, before fatally shooting a child and wounding her mother, US authorities say.