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On Monday, Tom Phillips, who had been on the run since December 2021 with his three children, was shot dead by police in Waikato, New Zealand, after a robbery and shootout. His children, aged 9, 10, and 12, were found safe at a remote campsite. Authorities are investigating how Phillips evaded capture for nearly four years and whether he had accomplices.
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Hakyung Lee, a New Zealand citizen born in South Korea, faces trial in Auckland for allegedly murdering her two children in 2018. The children's remains were discovered in storage in 2022 after Lee returned to South Korea and changed her identity. She denies the charges, and the case hinges on her mental state at the time of the killings.
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A Hong Kong woman, Liu Ka-ki, pleaded guilty to manslaughter for killing her daughter in 2022. The High Court ordered her to undergo continuous psychiatric treatment after forensic evidence showed she poisoned her child amid her mental health struggles linked to depression and financial stress. Sentencing is pending.
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Several flights experienced emergency landings over recent days. A Boeing 737 diverted to Birmingham after engine failure, while a Qantas flight declared mayday over smoke concerns in Auckland. Both incidents involved safe disembarkation, highlighting ongoing safety challenges in aviation.
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A family of four was discovered dead in their San Francisco home, with police describing the scene as suspicious. The victims, believed to be relatives, were found without signs of disturbance. Authorities are investigating the cause of death, with no current threat to the public. The case remains unresolved as of today, October 10, 2025.
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A severe storm with winds up to 230 km/h hit New Zealand, causing widespread damage, power outages, and flight cancellations. The storm also coincided with a major industrial strike involving over 100,000 workers, disrupting public services amid ongoing weather warnings. Authorities warn more severe weather is expected.
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Bob Vylan's frontman Pascal Robinson-Foster defended his anti-Israel chant at Glastonbury in an interview with Louis Theroux. The interview, recorded on October 1, was his first since the incident, which led to widespread criticism, sponsorship withdrawals, and legal investigations. Robinson-Foster expressed no regret, citing support from Palestinians and minimal backlash.
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A man in Auckland is accused of swallowing a limited-edition Fabergé octopus pendant inspired by James Bond after allegedly stealing it from Partridge Jewelers. The pendant was recovered from his gastrointestinal tract without medical intervention. Meanwhile, the historic Winter Egg sold for a record NZ$33 million at auction, highlighting the enduring value of Fabergé's craftsmanship.