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  •   Home > News >  Subscribe to NZCity's International articles  International
    Nancy Kerrigan assault a soap-operatic story that overshadowed the 1994 Winter Olympics
     6 January 2026
    The gentile and sequined world of figure skating had its dark side exposed in a drama worthy of a soap opera in 1994, as Nancy Kerrigan was the victim of a dastardly plot to eliminate her from the Winter Olympics.
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    Ousted Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and wife Cilia Flores plead not guilty in New York court
    6 Jan: Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores, who were captured in Caracas at the weekend, face multiple charges, including narco-terrorism.... more
    Maduro arrives at Manhattan court, Trump doubles down on oil plans for Venezuela
    6 Jan: Deposed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife have been transferred to a New York courthouse as Donald Trump doubles down on oil plans for Venezuela — as it happened.... more
    Cuba's declared two days of national mourning, after multiple citizens were killed in the Venezuelan President's capture
    5 Jan: Cuba's declared two days of national mourning, after multiple citizens were killed in the Venezuelan President's capture... more
    Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro held in New York prison described as 'hell on earth'
    5 Jan: The facility where detained Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been taken is a notorious New York jail that has held a string of high-profile and celebrity criminals, from drug cartel leaders to hip-hop stars.... more
    Key points to understand US attacks on Venezuela and capture of President Maduro
    5 Jan: These are the key points to get up to speed with what we know about the US strikes on Venezuela and the current state of play after its president was ousted and removed from the country.... more
    Youth is out-gunning experience in the first round of doubles at the ASB Tennis Classic in Auckland
    5 Jan: Youth is out-gunning experience in the first round of doubles at the ASB Tennis Classic in Auckland... more
    Denmark tells Trump to back off over 'threats' against Greenland
    5 Jan: The leaders of Denmark and Greenland have urged US President Donald Trump to stop threatening to take over Greenland.... more
    Satellite images show damage at Fuerte Tiuna, the site where Maduro was captured
    5 Jan: Satellite imagery captures the scale of destruction from US strikes at the Fuerte Tiuna military base, where Venezuelan officials say president Nicolás Maduro was captured.... more
    Jacob Elordi and Sarah Snook win at Critics Choice Awards
    5 Jan: Australian actress Sarah Snook takes out Best Actress in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television with All Her Fault while Australian Jacob Elordi takes out Best Supporting Actor for Frankenstein.... more

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     19 Dec: The University of Philippines' dragon boat athletes are unpaid, but driven by community pride +++++++++++++++++++++++
     21 Dec: How a Reddit tip proved vital for uncovering the suspect of the Brown University shooting +++++++++++++++++++++
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     International NewsLinks
      6 Jan: 2026 brisbane international highlights: alexei popyrin v quentin halys (Sydney Morning Herald)
      6 Jan: Us strike on venezuela has ‘big implications’ for nz - professor (Stuff.co.nz)
      6 Jan: Lockly smart safe xl promises more secure storage at home (PC World)
      5 Jan: Aussie serves out brisbane opener (Sydney Morning Herald)
      5 Jan: Woman charged with bringing 22kgs of meth into the country in her checked luggage (RadioNZ)
      5 Jan: Special ks return with win at brisbane international (Sydney Morning Herald)
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     Today's News

    Living & Travel:
    2026 is shaping up to be a big year in transport for Auckland 7:57

    General:
    Nancy Kerrigan assault a soap-operatic story that overshadowed the 1994 Winter Olympics 7:57

    Entertainment:
    Sadie Sink is "really grateful" she's kept her life private 7:53

    Cricket:
    England batter Joe Root has praised Harry Brook despite him missing out on a first century on Australian soil on day two of the final Ashes cricket test in Sydney 7:47

    Tennis:
    Venus Williams and Elina Svitolina may end up being one, and done, as a doubles pairing 7:47

    Soccer:
    Another manager bites the dust in football's Premier League 7:37

    Tennis:
    Two of the more high profile American players at the ASB Tennis Classic have suffered first round exits 7:27

    International:
    Ousted Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and wife Cilia Flores plead not guilty in New York court 7:27

    Health & Safety:
    All patients possibly affected by the cyber attack on the Manage My Health portal have been identified, and will start being notified this week 7:27

    Entertainment:
    Oasis star Noel Gallagher gives away his designer clothes to his local charity shop 7:23

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