At least six people have been killed in a devastating fire that ripped through a hostel in Wellington, New Zealand overnight, with 11 people still unaccounted for. Firefighters responded to the blaze at Loafers Lodge hostel late Monday night, forcing 52 people to flee the four-story building. Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has confirmed that the number of fatalities is likely to rise, and an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the fire.
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New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced her resignation from the position, citing lack of energy to do the job justice. She expects a new Labour Prime Minister to be sworn in by February 7, and her departure marks the end of a historic tenure as the first female Prime Minister of New Zealand. Ardern has been praised for her leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic and her commitment to social justice.