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Faraz Tahir, security guard who died trying to stop Bondi Junction Westfield attacker, remembered as 'national hero'
At an emotional funeral, family salute Faraz Tahir - who was killed trying to protect others - as the "bravest person" they know.

'Most horrific threats' - Rainbow storytime tour cancellation draws outrage
Members of the rainbow community say they are heartbroken but not surprised at the cancellation of a tour where drag performers read stories to children in libraries.

"To lead is to serve" - Governor General to call prime ministerial election in Solomon Islands
The Governor-General of Solomon Islands will call a meeting to elect the country's prime minister once all elected MPs have arrived in the capital Honiara.

Artist creates exhibition on coping with vaginismus
The exhibition features abstract photographs representing a woman’s experience of the condition.

Elon Musk’s xAI Startup Closes In on $6 Billion Fundraising

Beijing city to subsidise domestic AI chips, targets self-reliance by 2027

Meituan to Debut in Riyadh as Expansion Beyond China Quickens

Superstitious Phoenix coach worries about 'kryptonite' trophy being on sideline
Giancarlo Italiano does want the Premiers Plate to be at Saturday's match - but says it's 'almost like Kryptonite on us'.

Does fighting inflation always lead to recession? What NZ data tells
Here is what 60 years of New Zealand data shows us.

French Pacific news in brief
A round-up of news in brief from the French Pacific region, including New Caledonia's pro-French party, Rassemblement, electing its first Kanak president.

Indonesian off spinner claims best T20 international figures
Indonesia's Rohmalia Rohmalia has taken 7-0 to claim the best bowling figures in T20 international cricket.

UK backpacker 'unaware' of Anzac Day dawn service before her car was lifted and moved
A car lifted and moved by people attending the New Plymouth service was driven away later on Thursday morning by a British backpacker, an organiser of ceremony says.

Wada launches review into Chinese failed doping tests
The World Anti-Doping Agency launches an independent review after 23 Chinese swimmers were cleared to compete at Tokyo 2020 despite failing drug tests.

Fast-track bill could affect NZ's reputation - Transparency International
The ministers responsible for green-lighting major projects need to be open about potential conflicts of interest, says Transparency International.

Kiribati MPs vote to remove High Court Judge from office
Kiribati MPs have voted to accept a recommendation from a tribunal that Kiribati High Court judge, David Lambourne be removed.

Super Rugby Pacific live updates: Crusaders v Rebels
Follow all the action from Apollo Projects Stadium in Christchurch.

Kiribati parliament votes to remove Australian-born high court judge

Headband was worn in support of Hamas, judge finds

Russian women face violence from Ukraine veterans

Muslim groups claim double standards in police handling of two high-profile stabbings in Sydney

Canterbury A&P Association's board director paid $75k for landing $5m council deal
The Canterbury A&P Association's board is keeping mum after it emerged one of their own received $75k to help secure a multimillion-dollar bailout deal.

K-Pop Agency Hybe’s Internal Strife Wipes Out $873 Million

HDC findings from investigation into woman's lung cancer death anger widower
Kent Vickerman is furious at the outcome of an investigation by the Deputy Health and Disability Commissioner into his wife's death from lung cancer.

South island churches look to ditch insurance over high costs
Catholic churches in Otago and Southland are ditching traditional insurance policies - and say the money could be used elsewhere.

Strong winds damage Wellington Botanic Garden's building
The Begonia House contains several exotic plants and is a venue used for events such as weddings.

Europe risks dying and faces big decisions - Macron
The French president delivers a stark warning for Europe to act fast to survive in a changing world.