The aftereffects from a Chinese spy balloon.
Author: Natasha Frost
Your Friday Briefing
Russian losses in the war in Ukraine.
Court Dismisses Guilty Plea by Australian Tennis Star Nick Kyrgios in Assault Case
The guilty plea and dismissal stemmed from a confrontation Mr. Kyrgios had with his partner in 2021 when she tried to prevent him from leaving in a ride-hailing car.
Australia Won’t Put King Charles on Its 5-Dollar Bill
The bill had long featured Queen Elizabeth II, but officials said the bank note would be redesigned to focus on Indigenous history. That has rekindled the debate about republicanism in Australia.
Your Thursday Briefing
The start of a new Russian offensive.
Your Wednesday Briefing
Europe’s economic recovery.
Your Monday Briefing
A wave of violence in Israel and the West Bank.
New Zealand’s Largest City Grapples With Aftermath of Devastating Floods
At least three people were killed in the flooding in Auckland that forced hundreds of people from their homes and shut down the city’s airport, which was submerged.
New Zealand Floods: Rain and Flooding Batters Auckland
Auckland declared a local state of emergency as a devastating deluge prompted chaotic scenes, evacuations and power outages. “Steep roads just became rivers of water,” one resident said.
Your Friday Briefing
A barrage of Russian missiles across Ukraine.