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Rainbow reflections: A Chinese journey of self-discovery
As NZ's rainbow communities mark the Day Against LGBTQIA+ Discrimination, three Chinese residents discuss the challenges they have faced in their journey.

The day before the biggest day in Wellington Phoenix history
How the final countdown to the biggest match in club history unfolded through the eyes of five key figures who will be in attendance.

Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answers: Help for May 17, #341 - CNET
Here are some hints, and the answers, for Connections No. 341.

Record Solar Installations Are Good News for Avoiding Summer Power Outages - CNET
Over 5 million US properties have made the shift to clean energy.

Workplace harassment costing employers $1.5 billion per year
More than 91 percent of workers have experienced at least one form of bullying in the past 12 months, according to new research.

Warehouse CEO steps down with company needing ‘fresh energy’
Warehouse Group chair Joan Withers says she and Nick Grayston agreed a change in direction is necessary for the company .

Waitangi Tribunal releases damning report on Maori ward reversal
The Government’s planned Maori ward legislation breaches the Treaty by prioritising coalition agreement commitments and “completely failing” to consult with Maori, the Tribunal says.

The Warehouse boss Nick Grayston abruptly quits
A change in direction is necessary for the company, the company's chairperson says.

Three arrested after police pursuit
Three youths have appeared in court after allegedly stealing a vehicle from Geraldine and later leading police on a 20km pursuit.

Manawatu Maori ward defended against government ‘overreach’
It took a hikoi of 500 people to embolden Manawatu District Council to adopt a Maori ward in 2021. Now they’re challenged to defiantly protect it.

All White Clayton Lewis reportedly among players arrested over betting scandal
All Whites midfielder Clayton Lewis is reportedly among three A-League players arrested over an alleged betting scandal.

Threatening call that forced Gisborne schools into lockdown was a hoax, police say
Two young people are being spoken to about the matter and there are "no ongoing safety concerns".

Live: Hurricanes v Moana Pasifika
The Canes will return to the top of the Super Rugby Pacific table if they beat Tana Umaga’s side in Wellington.

Today's Wordle Hints and Answer: Help for May 17, #1063 - CNET
Here are some hints, and the answer, for Wordle No. 1063.

People Are Using the Oura Ring as Birth Control, but It's Not as Scary as It Sounds - CNET
If they can't find it at the doctor's office, a new group of smart-ring wearers have turned to big tech for a more nuanced understanding of their bodies.

Microsoft offers cloud customers AMD alternative to Nvidia AI processors

British grocer Sainsbury's partners with Microsoft to use AI for data insights

Teen stole car from hospital car park, sped down wrong side of SH1, police say
The 17-year-old is accused of nearly crashing into a number of other cars as he fled police.

Too much of a good thing? How security sprawl can weaken defences
Security sprawl from using too many vendors can weaken defences and create management challenges, even for small businesses. Here's how to streamline.

Use of social media ‘under review’ at DIA after Fred Again DJ passport debacle
Perceptions of preferential treatment on behalf of his deputy were wrong, chief executive Paul James said, but the department could have done better.

Youths arrested following assault on teenager in Motueka
Two youths have been arrested after a teenager was assaulted on Thursday afternoon, and police are “extremely concerned” by the violence involved.

What illnesses are currently making Kiwis sick?
The temperature has dropped, a the coughs and colds are setting in. So what illnesses are in the mix?