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Special Counsel behind Biden report speaks at hearing
The US special counsel who released a scathing report last month suggesting President Biden had a "poor memory" has spoken at a congressional hearing.
Robert Hur - originally a Republican appointee -… Audio
Wage subsidy scheme judicial review heard in High Court
The court has heard arguments over the lawfulness of recommendations made by the Auditor-General about the wage subsidy scheme.
Blackmail accusation after public figure's Grindr encounter
A person has been accused of attempting to blackmailing a Canterbury based public figure after a paid sexual encounter.
Domestic violence survivor shouldn't pay abuser's court costs - lawyer
She failed to get a protection order against him and was ordered to pay $13,000.
Family of Lynn Mall terror attacker wants public inquest
The family of the Lynn Mall terror attacker wants a public inquest to find out if the police could have prevented his death.
A hearing is under way in Auckland to set determine the scope and form of… Audio
Drug court better than prison rehabilitation, former addict says
A former addict who spent years in jail says prison rehab programs don't work, and investing in more alcohol and drug treatment courts would help cut crime.
The specialist courts aim to treat the… Audio
Kardashian-backed NZ skincare company escalates trademark dispute
A mānuka honey-based skincare company endorsed by one of the Kardashian sisters has escalated its trademark battle against a small start-up with a similar name.
Catholic Cardinal John Dew 'strenuously' denies abuse allegation
The retired Archbishop of Wellington says evidence provided to a police investigation shows allegations against him could never have happened.
Insurance company accused of $10m customer overcharge
The Financial Markets Authority is taking the insurance company to court, saying it overcharged customers and failed to address the problem.
Catholic Cardinal accused of sexual abuse fails bid to prevent story
One of New Zealand's most senior Catholics has failed in his last-ditch attempt to prevent Newshub from detailing sexual abuse allegations against him.
Three people in court facing 150 charges after alleged vandalism spree
Two men and a woman were arrested late last week and face charges of damaging vehicles and bus stops in 12 Wellington suburbs.
Released rapist and killer still a 'high risk' after serving all of 20-year jail term
Basil Mist offended against five girls aged seven to 15 and killed his girlfriend.
Supreme Court case raises questions of police powers, lawyer says
The case raises deep question about the limits of police powers, privacy, and fundamental human rights, Mahia Tamiefuna's lawyer says.
Government will increase ability to attend court remotely
It is hoped the ability for victims to participate in court remotely will reduce the risk of them being revictimised or intimidated.
Supreme Court could provide clarity over police tactics - but union fears its impact
The country's highest court is to weigh in on whether police officers are allowed to take random pictures of people on the street. Audio
David Benbow sentenced to 17 years in jail for murder of friend
A High Court judge has described the murder of Christchurch man Michael McGrath as an execution-style killing.
Justice Eaton made the remarks in sentencing David Benbow to a minimum of 17 years in… Audio
Supreme court to decide whether police can take street pictures of people
The country's highest court is to weigh in on whether police officers are allowed to take pictures of people on the street, without permission.
The Supreme Court will hear the matter on Wednesday and… Audio
Christchurch man to be sentenced for murder of childhood friend
A Christchurch man will be sentenced on Tuesday for the murder of his childhood friend, a man who has been missing since 2017.
David Benbow was found guilty of murdering 49-year-old Michael McGrath.
…Trump to remain on Colorado ballot
The US Supreme Court has struck down Colorado's move to bar Donald Trump from its presidential primary.
Colorado's top court removed the former president from its ballot in December, citing the 14th… Audio
John Sharp: Why IVF is at risk in post-Roe America
A week ago, Alabama's Supreme Court ruled that embryos were "extrauterine children". Audio