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AI drives 80 percent of phishing with USD $112 million lost in India
AI powers 80% of phishing attacks, causing USD $112 million in losses in India by May 2025, as cybercrime evolves with machine-generated deception.

Tuvalu seeks assurance from US its citizens won't be barred
Tuvalu's ambassador to the United Nations says he has been told by a US official that the island's inclusion on Trump's travel ban list was "an administrative and systemic error".

Hopes new Auckland police college campus will attract more recruits
A class of 40 officers in training were welcomed at the opening of the Royal New Zealand Police College (RNZPC) campus in Auckland.

Historical sex abuse survivors no longer silenced as ‘monster’ is jailed
In 2023, a woman reported sexual abuse that had happened three decades ago. She found out she wasn’t alone.

Hybrid car collides with power pole on SH88, goes up in flames
A car erupted into flames after hitting a power pole in Otago, but its occupants escaped with minor injuries.

Mercury Energy increase Waikato River's water flow ahead of heavy rainfall
Releasing water into the river creates additional capacity within the region's hydroelectric system.

‘The Lord’s team’ - Ardie Savea weighs in on Moana Pasifika situation
Watch: The Super Rugby Pacific player of the year says that the competition needs Moana Pasifika in it.

Youth MPs accuse government of 'censoring' them, ministry says otherwise
The government has denied the speeches were censored.

Spring Creek resident fears drinking water contamination
One mum is glad to be back home in time for the school holidays but says the main feeling in the community is frustration.

Woman who died after crash at Hawkes Bay intersection identified
Amberlee Carlson, 31, crashed at the intersection of Takapau Rd and Racecourse Rd and died at the scene.

Fire breaks out at industrial building in Christchurch
The building in Hornby had been evacuated and there were no reports of any injuries.

Helen Gregory murder trial: Forensic scientist gives evidence on blood spatters at crime scene
Julia DeLuney is on trial for her mother's murder at the High Court in Wellington.

Man allegedly steals ambulance with police officer, paramedic on board in Invercargill
A 20-year-old Invercargill man is facing several charges, including two counts of kidnapping.

Man charged with murder of inmate at Auckland's Mount Eden prison
A 32-year-old man has been arrested and will appear at Auckland District Court on Thursday.

Deloitte promotes 32 new leaders across New Zealand divisions
Deloitte New Zealand has promoted 32 leaders, including 13 partners and 19 directors, across divisions reflecting its ongoing growth and expertise investment.

Murder charge laid after inmate death at Auckland prison
A 32-year-old man has been charged and is set to appear in the Auckland District Court on Thursday.

Invercargill man charged with kidnapping after allegedly stealing ambulance
A police officer and paramedic were in the vehicle when the ambulance was allegedly stolen.

'Indescribable loss': Takutai Tarsh Kemp remembered at tangi at Opaea Marae
The Te Pati Maori MP has been laid to rest today on the grounds of a small church at Opaea Marae among the rolling hills of Taihape.

New World is trying out returnable deli containers - here’s how it works
The company is looking to see whether returnable packaging can work at scale, and it could shift how supermarkets approach packaging altogether.

Run It Straight events set to be banned from some Auckland Council facilities
The ban, within the Waitakere Ranges Local Board’s jurisdiction, would include parks, fields, and other council premises.