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Has cutting 'corporate welfare' left a hole in government climate plans?
National scrapped a multimillion-dollar fund for companies to switch from coal. Now NZ might not meet emissions targets, officials say.

Woman missing from Otahuhu found
The 25-year-old, who had been missing since 9 May, has been found "safe and well", police say.

Verstappen holds off Norris to win Emilia Romagna GP
The Red Bull driver held on to take his 59th career win by less than a second.

Chris Wood scores twice as Forest ensure EPL survival
The All Whites star scored two goals inside the first 15 minutes to match his best Premier League return.

Kiwi athlete produces epic finish to win at Para World Championships
Will Stedman produced the run of his life to overhaul the defending champion and snag victory in a national record time.

Stunning meteor lights up the sky over Europe

Hundreds attend burial of Shani Louk, victim of October 7 attack

Pacific leaders concerned over RSE exodus
The Detail - Does New Zealand have a responsibility to address a problem created by snapping up seasonal workers from the Pacific?

Diddy apologises for 'inexcusable' behaviour
Sean Combs has apologised for his "inexcusable" behaviour after CCTV appeared to show him attacking singer Casandra Ventura.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange facing pivotal moment in long fight to stay out of US court
The publisher could hear on Monday whether he will be sent to the US to face espionage charges. Here's the lowdown.

Fury’s classless judge claim an insult to dazzling Usyk
Stunned by the remorseless brilliance of Oleksandr Usyk, Tyson Fury lost more than his unbeaten record on this brutal night of reckoning.

Check before you tap: Consumer warning over PayWave surcharges
Contactless payments have taken off in recent years, but with convenience, there is always a cost.

Diddy apologises for 'inexcusable' behaviour
His statement comes after CCTV appeared to show him attacking singer Casandra "Cassie" Ventura.

Defence Force Hercules awaits French approval before heading to New Caledonia
They cannot leave until the airport has reopened and the roads are safe to use.

Simon Bridges’ speeding offence considered before appointment as NZTA chairman: ‘I learned a valuable lesson’
Documents reveal the former National leader copped a hefty 35 demerit points.

Blue flash caught in night sky over Spain, Portugal lights up social media

Ukraine said it destroyed a Russian minesweeper. 'Another bad day for the Black Sea fleet' — ministry.

'Fog complicating rescue efforts' after helicopter accident transporting Iranian President Raisi

Europe's far right groups launch unofficial campaign for the European Union elections

Spain recalls ambassador after Argentina's Milei calls PM's wife 'corrupt'

Tens of thousands protest against Mexico's president in the main square of Mexico City

Christchurch terror attacks: What you need to know as the inquest resumes
A two-week hearing will examine aspects of the terror attack that killed 51 people. Here are all the details.

Weather: Heavy rain, thunderstorms for parts of North Island
There are heavy rain watches for Northland, Gisborne and Hawke's Bay, with the likelihood of more areas being affected.

How beating your coffee addiction could improve alertness and save money
Quitting caffeine could make sense for your mind and your bank balance. Here's how.

France mobilises police to regain control of New Caledonia airport road
Around 60 barricades that protesters had put up along the 60km road have been dismantled, but debris remains.

UK to spend $20.7 billion on compensation in infected blood scandal
About 30,000 people were given blood contaminated with HIV or hepatitis C, with about 3000 of those believed to have died.

Live: US PGA Championship - final round
Follow live coverage of the final round of the PGA Championship, the second men’s golf major of the year.

Helicopter carrying Iran's president suffers 'hard landing' - state media
Rescue crews sped through a misty, rural forest where his helicopter was believed to be.