Australia's Second Largest City Back Under Coronavirus Lockdown
A new wave of infections has caused Melbourne to enter a six-week lockdown, with fines of $200 for not wearing a mask.

Hipkins sworn in as New Zealand PM, pledges focus on economy
Chris Hipkins, 44, has promised a back-to-basics approach focusing on the economy and what he described as the "pandemic of inflation."
By Mark Mitchell / New Zealand Herald / AP
Jacinda Ardern makes final appearance as New Zealand leader
Ardern's final act was to join lawmakers attending celebrations at the Rātana meeting grounds, the home of an Indigenous Māori religious movement.
By Mark Mitchell / New Zealand Herald / AP
New Zealand's Jacinda Ardern to leave office, sets October election
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's last day in office will be Feb. 7.
By New Zealand Herald / APTop Stories

Democrats introduce bills intended to bolster Black history education
Advocates for the legislation said it would invest $10 million over five years in the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
By Mariam Zuhaib / AP
Planning a home project? Here's how supplies, prices will be in 2023
After two years of shortages and delays, things starting to improve.
By Rogelio V. Solis / AP
Grammys could make history with Beyoncé, Bad Bunny wins
A win by Bad Bunny would mark the first time a Spanish-language album has taken home the top honor.
By AP