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Robert F. Kennedy jnr has dropped out of contention and is now backing Donald Trump.
Arizona man arrested after threatening to kill Trump
Arizona man arrested after threatening over social media to kill Donald Trump.
Robert F. Kennedy jnr suspends his campaign, throws support to Trump
Kennedy's move comes after the his poll numbers declined in recent weeks.
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Kamala Harris makes case for ‘new way forward,’ attacks Trump in DNC speech
Harris slams Trump in nomination speech, calls for unity and patriotism.
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Kamala Harris to cap Democratic National Convention with historic speech
The presidential hopeful is about to make the most important speech of her career.
Base jumps can be deadly, but thrill-seekers are still leaping at US national parks
Base jumping has been banned at US national parks for decades, but people still do it.
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New York Times: We all know the political story. Here's some personal background.
Trump gives speech shielded by bulletproof glass – but fails to stay behind it
Footage shows the former President moving out of the protection zone.
Russell Crowe brands US politics 'ridiculous' in viral interview
The New Zealand-born actor shared many strong opinions during the three-hour episode.
US law firms offer staff $50,000 for referrals as talent wars rage
Financial Times: Rise in dealmaking triggers renewed competition for junior talent.
Exclusive poll: Who do Kiwis prefer out of Kamala Harris and Donald Trump
Kamala Harris will speak at the DNC later today: Do Kiwis back her over Trump?
She died in a hospital. Her mum wasn’t told for a year, lawsuit alleges
The family of a missing daughter later found in a morgue are suing for negligence.
Tim Walz bolstered by Clinton, Pelosi and Oprah in formal debut as Harris’ VP
Bill Clinton, Oprah Winfrey, and others criticise Trump, promote Harris at convention.
US city ordered to pay $1.6m to teen sexually assaulted by cop
'The trust I had has been taken away from me,' said 19yo Nicole in emotional testimony.
'Humiliated': Judge sued after putting sleepy teenager in handcuffs
The Detroit judge has been accused of humiliating and berating the girl on a school trip.
Barack and Michelle Obama electrify Democrats at Chicago convention
The former President and his wife elicit emotional reactions from party delegates.
Robert F Kennedy mulls quitting US election race to join forces with Trump
Kennedy's running mate says the pair are considering abandoning their bid.
Obama to headline convention, will campaign for Harris
Obama is keen to support Kamala Harris and keep his party legacy alive.
Hamas says US President Joe Biden shows ‘blind bias’ toward Israel in ceasefire talks
Hamas has directly criticised Joe Biden for being 'biased' against Hamas in talks.
Behind the Obama-Harris friendship: A key endorsement and a kindred spirit
New York Times: Harris’s decision to support Obama in 2008 was a risk. It paid off.
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OPINION: Liam Dann on post-OCR cut fallout and a preview of big US Fed shindig in Wyoming.
Richard Prebble: What New Zealand can tell USA about their election
OPINION: Kamalamania appears to be driving the polls in the US.
Joe Biden passes torch to Kamala Harris on first night of Democratic Convention
Harris makes a surprise early appearance on the night of Biden’s speech.
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The Democratic National Convention kicks off today, with celebrity hosts announced.
Blinken says Israel accepts Gaza proposal, urges Hamas
There are few signs of conciliation on the ground and fears of wider war.
FBI 'confident' Iran tried to hack Trump's election
It's confirmed Iran was responsible for recent cyber attacks against the US.
Controversial Kiwi billionaire eyes possible shift to New Zealand
The tech titan says he is done with living in the Golden State.
Kamala Harris wants corporate tax rate hiked to 28 per cent
The Democratic candidate and VP outlined proposals to cut taxes for most people in the US.
Trump promotes AI images to suggest Taylor Swift endorsed him
New York Times: Trump has been preoccupied with the popularity of the pop music megastar.
Andrew Reding appointed Fletcher Building chief executive
He has held roles at Graeme Hart's Rank Group in the US.
Who is Mike Lynch? Tech tycoon missing after yacht sinks off Sicily
'Britain’s Bill Gates', who beat the odds in a 13-year legal battle, is missing.