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MP's comments 'bang on' despite negative response from other parties - Te Pati Maori
Te Pati Maori is standing by comments made by MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi which other parties have called inflammatory and offensive.

Former All Black Byron Kelleher found guilty of domestic violence in Paris - French media
According to reports, the court found Byron Kelleher attacked a woman while under the influence of alcohol.

Driver who hit and killed Blenheim lawyer sentenced
She veered into the motorcyclist’s path while looking at her GPS. “This should be a cautionary tale for all of us,” the judge says.

Canterbury coastal plan review would come at a cost
Speeding up a review of the rules protecting Canterbury’s coastline could cost ratepayers up to $3.6 million extra.

Change of chair for ICC risk and assurance committee
Bruce Robertson to depart the role, Ross Jackson to step up.

Creatives set to take over Invercargill
Invercargill’s CBD will be transformed into an eclectic theatre and gallery when Arts Murihiku presents Night of The Arts next week.

Dog training needed to help keep kiwi safe says conservation group
An increasing number of kiwi are being found in suburban areas, Save the Kiwi says.

Bougainville ire raised over delayed Joint Supervisory Body meeting
Bougainville is furious that it is being blamed for another deferral of a meeting of the Joint Supervisory Body, which oversees its relationship with Papua New Guinea.

Apple Illegally Interrogated NYC Retail Staff, US Labor Board Rules

Apple Is Working On Its Own AI Chip for Data Centers, WSJ Says

ServiceNow Says AI Product Will ‘Take Some Time’ to Boost Sales

Princeton Digital Gets Green Loan for $1.5 Billion Asia AI Hub

Amazon Commits $9 Billion to Double Singapore Cloud Push

Rotorua BnB host says rates hike for holiday rental owners 'beggars belief'
After confusion over how the policy would be applied, the council has acknowledged it could have explained it more clearly.

‘All in shock’: U16 league game called off after adults attack players
As some pushing and shoving broke out on the field, two adult spectators joined the fray - with one aiming a punch at a young players head.

Council ‘upheld human rights’ by supporting ceasefire in Gaza
Whanganui mayor Andrew Tripe says the council has made a compassionate local statement on an issue of global concern.

Footpath closure not linked to Theatre Royal project
A line of road cones which appeared outside Timaru’s Theatre Royal this week have nothing to do with a proposal to upgrade the venue, but rather a police training programme.

Lack of investment remains a concern – ECan councillors
The regional council has backed Canterbury’s transport plan, but councillors have concerned about a lack of funding from central Government.

The vision bus treating Auckland kids for free
An Auckland optometrist discusses why the amount of time children spend indoors is a growing cause for concern.

Bayfair mall stabbing: Teen accused appears in youth court, police allegations revealed
A tee accused of stabbing another girl with a knife at Mount Maunganui's Bayfair Shopping Centre has made her second court appearance.

NIWA job cuts could gut team of NZ's top climate modellers
Job cuts at Crown-owned science company NIWA could cull a team of New Zealand's top climate modellers, RNZ understands.

Why the Cybersecurity Industry Is Obsessed With AI Right Now - CNET
From deepfakes to disinformation, this year's annual San Francisco gathering of cybersecurity professionals is focused almost entirely on artificial intelligence.

Best Multivitamins for 2024 - CNET
If your diet is lacking, your body will feel it. Check out the best multivitamins for filling nutrient deficiencies in your diet -- all reviewed by our experts.

Elon Musk talks Mars, AI, and threats to civilization — but not a word of Tesla