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All Blacks thump France in Wellington to clinch series win
France’s decision to change most of their team backfired badly.

Magnitude 4.2 earthquake rattles Queenstown
A Stuff journalist described the quake as “a strong jolt” which lasted about five to 10 seconds.

This QuickBooks lifetime deal is quickly going viral at 71% off
TL;DR: Download Intuit QuickBooks Desktop Pro Plus 2024 for Windows or Mac at just $199.97 through July 15 (reg. $699). While many small businesses rely on QuickBooks, the subscription pricing for the online version can be a serious financial burden, especially with payroll features that push monthly costs to as much as $270 when promotions aren’t active. That adds up fast for freelancers, new ventures, and lean teams. It only makes sense that our QuickBooks lifetime subscription has been flying off the virtual shelves—now 71% off for our version of Prime Day. This version includes key features like inventory management, sales and purchase order tracking, job costing, fixed asset tracking, and tools for tracking billable time, making it a practical option for freelancers and businesses that want more control without a subscription. It also includes bank feed integration and robust reporting tools to help you stay organized and prepare for tax season. Whether you’re just getting started or want to streamline your existing operations, QuickBooks Desktop 2024 offers a familiar, dependable system at a price that makes sense, even if you only plan to use it for a short time. Get QuickBooks 2024 on sale for $199.97 until July 15 at 11:59 p.m. PT. No coupon is needed to get this PCWorld Deal Days discount (reg. $699). Intuit® QuickBooks® Desktop Pro Plus 2024 (1 User) for Windows: Lifetime LicenseSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

Rugby live updates: Black Ferns v Wallaroos
The NZ women ran in five second-half tries to retain their unbeaten record against Australia.

Jay Moro: 'I sprinkle through Zimbabwean music to create a signature sound'
Auckland bass player Jabulani (Jay) Moyo holds dearest the traditional sungura music he grew up listening to with his dad.

Recap: All Blacks seal series win over France with Wellington thumping
Look back at live coverage of the second test between the All Blacks and France at Sky Stadium in Wellington.

Marahau cut off after burst river floods beachside homes
Locals say a big clean-up is underway, after the river burst its banks.

$75 Chromebooks are a thing during PCWorld’s version of Prime Day
TL;DR: This Lenovo 300E touchscreen Chromebook is on sale for $74.97 with free shipping through July 15, or while supplies last (reg. $284.99). Amazon’s biggest sale of the year just wrapped, but that doesn’t mean the deals are over. If you were looking for a budget-friendly laptop, but didn’t end up finding anything under $100, our answer to Prime Day, Deal Days, is still bringing discounts for a few more days. Check out this Chromebook with a 73% discount that’s great for students, travelers, or anyone with basic needs. It’s not trying to be a full workstation, but it nails the basics. You’ll get 4GB of RAM, a 32GB SSD, and an Intel N3450 quad-core processor, which is plenty for emails, streaming, document editing, or hopping on Zoom calls. Plus, it has a touchscreen and weighs under three pounds, so it’s super easy to carry. How is it discounted so dramatically? It’s a grade “B” refurbished device, so it arrives with some light scuffing on its exterior. However, that doesn’t affect its internal performance—it basically just means you get an even steeper discount. Get a refurbished Chromebook for $74.97 with free shipping until July 15 at 11:59 p.m. with no coupon needed (reg. $284.99). Lenovo 300E 11.6? Touchscreen Chromebook (2018) 4GB RAM 32GB Storage (Refurbished)See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

Watch: Warriors under-21s score 22 points in 10 minutes in stunning comeback
The Warriors trailed Wests Tigers 42-22 with 10 minutes to play in the Jersey Flegg Cup, but ended up winning 44-42.