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Call for radical reform of Pharmac's budget amid concern Kiwis not getting basic standard of care
New Zealand offers no appeal for drug companies because it's so hard to make a sale, the Cancer Society says.

Global upstream sector set for deals worth $150 billion over rest of 2024, report says

Wireless Carriers Say They’ll Fight FCC on Fines Over Customer Location Data

Protester vows not to vacate Columbia's campus encampment in support of Gaza ahead of university warning to clear out.

Active search for autistic boy missing for a week in Germany ends

Professor charged with battery after she was ‘violently arrested’ in pro-Palestine protests on viral video

Clean up your house and get rid of Putin's propaganda, EU chief tells far right

Student protestors defy Columbia University's deadline to vacate campus or face suspension

Ancient ‘Paleo’ diet largely consisted of plants for some hunter-gatherers, study finds

Humza Yousaf quits as Scotland's first minister
Just days ago, Yousaf insisted he would win the confidence votes and "absolutely" lead the SNP into the general election and the 2026 Holyrood election.

Public service plants made redundant, seek refuge at trade union 'orphanage'
A trade union is taking in dozens of house plants after public sector offices across the country ditch them in a move to tighten budgets.

Flash floods, landslide kill at least 45 in central Kenya
Police initially blamed the flooding on a burst dam, however the ministry of water later said it was caused by a river tunnel becoming blocked with debris.

Could your Tesla pay for itself?
As Tesla struggles to get enough AI processors to support its development of full-self-drive, perhaps the company will buy back some processing power from the owners of its vehicles.

O'Sullivan beats Day to reach Crucible quarter-finals
Seven-time champion Ronnie O'Sullivan moves into the quarter-finals of the World Championship with a comfortable win over Ryan Day.

Man Utd open to offers for nearly all of squad
Manchester United are willing to listen to offers for virtually all their first-team squad this summer.

Man admits killing mobility scooter rider, 87
Thomas O'Halloran was stabbed in the neck and chest by Lee Byer in a "motiveless" attack, a court hears.

Indian ride-hailing giant Ola cuts 180 jobs in profitability push

Oracle Has More Office Workers in California Than Texas After Moving Headquarters

Walmart thinks it's a good idea to let kids buy IRL items inside Roblox

AMD to report Q1 earnings Tuesday as Wall Street looks for jump in AI and PC sales

Eden Park revamp or waterfront stadium? No clear favourite yet, councillor says
A working group says there is no favourite - but the public wants to see a new stadium on Auckland's waterfront.

India is drawing lessons from Ukraine to counter China's military might

Suspected al-Qaida explosion kills 6 troops loyal to secessionist group in Yemen

Rents at an all time high, Trade Me index shows
The increase means Kiwis are shelling out an extra $2600 annually for somewhere to live.

Mike Tyson's bout with YouTuber will be sanctioned, pro fight
The heavyweight match-up in July will be contested over eight, two-minute rounds.

Former player flies plane over Port Vale's ground mocking relegation
A former player at struggling English football club Port Vale has taken his grudge against the club to new heights.

Risky sewerage pipe could cause major motorway to slump
A 60-year-old sewerage pipe that runs under State Highway Two would cause the motorway to slump if it collapses, Wellington Water has revealed.

Ex-soldiers will not be prosecuted over 1971 deaths
Annette McGavigan, 14, and William McGreanery, 41, were shot dead by the Army in Londonderry.

Yousaf Resigns! What Next For Scotland?
The SNP leader was facing two votes of no confidence later this week

Nadal advances but Norrie beaten at Madrid Open
Rafael Nadal reaches the last 16 of the Madrid Open after a hard-fought victory over Argentina's Pedro Cachin.

Premier League clubs back plan to look at spending cap
Premier League clubs vote in favour of developing plans to introduce a spending cap in England's top flight.

Agent not guilty of Zouma transfer fee threat
Saif Alrubie is said to have believed he was owed part of Kurt Zouma's £29m West Ham transfer fee.