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Tankers and cargo vessels are seen in the Gulf of Oman, along shipping routes linking the Strait of Hormuz and the Arabian Sea.

Stranded ships begin transiting the Strait of Hormuz

For the first time in 110 days, ships owned by major companies were crossing the strait after effectively being marooned there since February.

World

9:44am

Everlee Wihongi.

NZ woman detained by ICE to be released in coming days, lawyer says

After more than two months at various detention facilities, Everlee Wihongi's lawyer said he had received a filing that would allow for her release.

New Zealand

9:20am

6:27

Vice President JD Vance appears on Hannity on June 15, 2026, in New York. (Source: Charles Sykes/Invision/AP)

JD Vance slams Israeli officials who criticised Iran deal

The comments deepened a rift that has emerged between the two allies over the interim deal reached by the United States and Iran to end their war.

World

8:11am

US President Donald Trump arrives for a gala dinner at the Versailles Palace in Versailles, France, on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.

Transcript: The deal between the US and Iran

Senior US officials read the memorandum of understanding with Iran to journalists after days of secrecy over what is in the document.

World

Thursday 4:43pm

3:32

US Senator Bill Cassidy pictured in 2024. File photo.

GOP senator calls Iran deal 'worst foreign policy blunder in decades'

Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana said "Reagan is rolling over in his grave".

World

Thursday 1:49pm

Tankers and cargo vessels are seen in the Gulf of Oman, along shipping routes linking the Strait of Hormuz and the Arabian Sea.

Stranded ships begin transiting the Strait of Hormuz

For the first time in 110 days, ships owned by major companies were crossing the strait after effectively being marooned there since February.

World

9:44am

Everlee Wihongi.

NZ woman detained by ICE to be released in coming days, lawyer says

After more than two months at various detention facilities, Everlee Wihongi's lawyer said he had received a filing that would allow for her release.

New Zealand

9:20am

6:27

Vice President JD Vance appears on Hannity on June 15, 2026, in New York. (Source: Charles Sykes/Invision/AP)

JD Vance slams Israeli officials who criticised Iran deal

The comments deepened a rift that has emerged between the two allies over the interim deal reached by the United States and Iran to end their war.

World

8:11am

US President Donald Trump arrives for a gala dinner at the Versailles Palace in Versailles, France, on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.

Transcript: The deal between the US and Iran

Senior US officials read the memorandum of understanding with Iran to journalists after days of secrecy over what is in the document.

World

Thursday 4:43pm

3:32

US Senator Bill Cassidy pictured in 2024. File photo.

GOP senator calls Iran deal 'worst foreign policy blunder in decades'

Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana said "Reagan is rolling over in his grave".

World

Thursday 1:49pm

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US President Donald Trump disembarks Marine One before boarding Air Force One at Geneva Airport, following the G7 summit, Wednesday, June 17, 2026, in Geneva, Switzerland.

What do Iran and the US gain from their deal? Here's what to know

The full text of an agreement between Iran and the United States has been released.

World

Thursday 7:15am

US President Donald Trump speaks during a news conference at the G7 summit.

G7 leaders back Trump's deal to end Iran war as more details emerge

"I think it’ll be done. They want to sign. They want to get back to a normal life," Trump said earlier Thursday.

World

Thursday 6:35am

ecurity at the White House looks through a pair of binoculars during the UFC Fan Fest on the White House Ellipse ahead of Sunday's fight on the South Lawn, June 13, 2026, in Washington.

Planned attack at White House UFC event thwarted, authorities say

The alleged plotters, who harboured fringe conspiracy theories, spoke of flying explosives-laden drones and shooting panicked crowd members as they fled.

Crime and Justice

Wed, Jun 17

Iran's Mohammad Mohebbi (8) celebrates after scoring his side's second goal alongside Mehdi Ghayedi (10) during the World Cup Group G match between Iran and New Zealand.

Official says Iran knew team would have to leave US after World Cup match

“We were clear this was the process,” Andrew Giuliani, the executive director of the White House FIFA Task Force said.

World

Wed, Jun 17

An Iranian national flag hangs from the Judiciary's headquarters, which was damaged in a military operation in Tehran, Iran, on April 20, 2026.

Peace deal may end Iran war, but what did the US and Israel achieve?

Spurred on by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump launched the war on February 28 with the goal of toppling the Iranian regime.

World

Wed, Jun 17

Alex Pereira, far right, is attended to, as Ciryl Gane lays in the center of the ring during UFC Freedom 250 on the South Lawn of the White House, Monday, June 15, 2026, in Washington.

UFC boss says 'never again' to another White House fight night

“It was an amazing experience – this was a one-of-one,” UFC CEO Dana White said. “It will never happen again.”

World

Tue, Jun 16

The All Whites are taking on Iran at the World Cup opener.

Politics likely to overshadow All Whites opener with Iran

Analysis: US Correspondent Logan Church reports from LA where local Iranians told him they don’t want this game happening.

Football

Mon, Jun 15

US President Donald Trump and Dana White, UFC president and CEO, arrive for UFC Freedom 250 on the South Lawn of the White House.

Trump turns 80, celebrates with UFC cage fighting on White House lawn

The US president attended the event hours after the United States and Iran reached an agreement to end the war and open the Strait of Hormuz.

World

Mon, Jun 15

President Donald Trump talks with reporters before boarding Air Force One at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York, early Tuesday, June 9, 2026.

Deal reached to end Iran war, Trump orders stop to US naval blockade

Key mediator Pakistan said the signing would take place on Friday in Switzerland.

World

Mon, Jun 15

President Donald Trump speaks in the Oval Office of the White House, Wednesday, June 10, 2026, in Washington.

'What the f*** are you doing': Trump's Netanyahu anger after Beirut attack

Trump later told Fox News he still expected an agreement with Iran to be signed in the coming hours and planned to ask Tehran not to respond to Israel's strikes.

World

Mon, Jun 15

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Final preparations were underway for a UFC event like none other to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States.

The crowd drawn to Trump's UFC fight night at the White House

The fans at the Lincoln Memorial brushed off criticism about the bouts being held at the White House.

World

Sun, Jun 14

Workers erect scaffolding in front of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts sign in Washington, Friday, June 12, 2026.

Judge denies last-minute request to keep Trump's name on Kennedy Center

After ignoring the Kennedy Center for much of his first term, Trump has wielded tremendous influence over the venue during his return to office.

World

Sat, Jun 13

1News US Correspondent Logan Church inside the makeshift arena for the UFC's Freedom 250 event at the White House.

Logan Church: I went inside Trump’s UFC arena at the White House

It is a gigantic, monolithic structure that towers about 7 metres above the White House – I had to see this thing for myself, writes 1News US Correspondent Logan Church.

World

Sat, Jun 13

The temporary seating around the Octagon will hold over 4,000 people.

The White House's Octagon is ready for Trump's birthday bash

The stage has been set for seven fights in the White House's backyard in anticipation for the President's 80th birthday and the anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

World

Fri, Jun 12

President Donald Trump speaks in the Oval Office of the White House, Wednesday, June 10, 2026, in Washington.

Trump's new, surprising take on cost of living: 'I love the inflation'

It was an unexpected take given that voters ahead of the November midterm elections have ranked the economy as a top concern — and have given Trump low marks on that issue.

World

Thu, Jun 11

Microsoft's Bill Gates attends a dinner with President Donald Trump in the State Dining Room of the White House, Sept. 4, 2025

Bill Gates to testify in US Congress panel's Epstein investigation

The Microsoft co-founder was asked to testify after he appeared multiple times in the Epstein files.

Crime and Justice

Wed, Jun 10

Fulton County Senior ADA Eleanor Ross speaks during opening statements Wednesday, February 17, 2010 in Atlanta.

Impeachment sought against US judge over alleged sex in chambers

Federal judges are appointed for life and can only be removed from the bench through impeachment.

World

Wed, Jun 10

The boos only ended when the US flag followed him on the screens, and fans cheered when New York Knicks players were shown.

Rowdy reception for Trump prior to NBA Finals game

Donald Trump was booed loudly by fans inside Madison Square Garden when he was shown on video screens during the national anthem prior to Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Tuesday.

Basketball

Tue, Jun 9

A projectile streaks through the sky over central Israel during an Iranian missile attack.

Israel says it has struck Iran after Tehran fired missiles

The attacks that threatened to drag the wider Middle East back into a regional war.

World

Mon, Jun 8

Construction continues on the arena on the South Lawn of the White House for a future UFC mixed martial arts fight, Saturday, June 6, 2026, in Washington.

Lawsuit seeks to stop Trump's UFC fight at White House

A federal lawsuit seeks to stop the upcoming UFC fight on the White House South Lawn for President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday and part of the celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary.

World

Mon, Jun 8

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