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Police officer leaps for safety as truck driver blasts through crash scene
The 53-year-old Auckland man was stopped by police soon after, and is facing potential charges.

Sinkhole that opened up in wealthy Auckland suburb filled in
The sink hole is reported to have opened up at around midday on Wednesday

Serious charges being considered for man who drove through cordons at South Waikato crash
An officer was forced to jump out of the way as the truck and trailer carried on through the investigation area.

Rescue efforts under way after earthquake in Tibet kills more than 120
An initial survey showed 3609 homes had been destroyed in the Shigatse region of Tibet.

Otago farm's bird flu recovery could take months
The ministry's chief veterinary officer Dr Mary van Andel said every trace of dirt and chicken litter needs to be removed and disposed of in a biosecure way.

Siemens launches support programme for engineering startups
Siemens has unveiled its Siemens for Startups programme at CES 2025, aiming to bolster early-stage engineering firms with advanced technology and resources.

AMD unveils expanded AI PC processor range for 2025 launch
AMD has unveiled an expanded range of AI PC processors set for a 2025 launch, featuring enhanced performance and capabilities for both consumers and businesses.

The Wellington bakery creating new pie flavours nearly every day
Korean Gochujang pork belly is popular and people go bonkers for the Big Mac in a pie. But the pie de jour is their beef brisket with jalapeno bacon relish.

AMD unveils new Ryzen processors for gaming & AI PCs
AMD has launched its latest Ryzen processors, including the 9950X3D and 9900X3D, enhancing gaming and AI performance across platforms.

New Zealand commodities end 2024 on a positive note
The ANZ World Commodity Price Index inched up 15 percent.

Live: Rain delays toss in second Black Caps v Sri Lanka ODI
Follow live coverage of the second one-day international between the Black Caps and Sri Lanka from Seddon Park in Hamilton.

Two days before Christmas, Aussie ex-priest allegedly wanted sex with a boy
Guy Hartcher allegedly sent explicit images and messages to the teenager over seven days, but the boy was not who he thought he was.

NZ's 10th warmest year on record: What we can learn from 2024 climate data
The sunniest, the hottest, and the coldest places - and those hit by 'atmospheric rivers'.

Sinkhole opens in Auckland's St Marys Bay, cordon put in place
Firefighters and council contractors went to the sinkhole on the corner of Alice St and Dunedin St to block it off.

HMPV may be spreading in China. Here's what to know about this virus - and why it's not cause for alarm
Analysis - Five years on from the first news of Covid-19, recent reports of an obscure respiratory virus in China may understandably raise concerns.

Samsung unveils 'AI for All' integration vision at CES 2025
Samsung has launched its 'AI for All' vision at CES 2025, aiming to integrate AI into devices for enhanced personalisation and smart home security.

Newcastle nearer first English trophy for 70 years after League Cup semifinal win
Saudi Arabia-backed club take 2-0 lead into the second leg after more magic from their Swedish superstar striker.

Sygic app adopts what3words for precise location search
Sygic's GPS Navigation app now integrates what3words' location technology, providing Premium+ users with precise navigation using unique three-word addresses.

Police commissioner clarifies charges in Samoa political case
Samoa's police commissioner has clarified the charges against the chairman of the country's ruling FAST party, Laauli Leuatea Schmidt.

David Nyika v Jai Opetaia: Everything you need to know
Kiwi boxer David Nyika has an unexpected shot at a world cruiserweight title, when he faces Aussie champion Jai Opetaia tonight.