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Analysis-SpaceX’s orbital data centers could face same hurdles as Microsoft’s abandoned undersea project

Elon Musk’s SpaceX Files Confidentially for Record-Breaking $1.75 Trillion IPO

Visa launches AI tools to cut credit card disputes

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announces election-year Cabinet reshuffle
The changes were necessitated by the upcoming retirement of Judith Collins, as well as Dr Shane Reti's decision to stand down at the election.

Two veteran ministers are leaving Cabinet - here is who is replacing them
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has announced a ministerial reshuffle, as two veteran ministers are due to depart.

Government announces increased mileage rates for home and community support workers
The temporary 30 percent increase means mileage rates will go from 63.5 cents to 82.5 cents per kilometre.

Parts of the Far North still cleaning up after floods
The settlement of Whirinaki was worst hit in the deluge of 26 March, but many other areas were inundated and isolated.

Police seek information on man facing charges for attacks in Hutt Valley
The police are now seeking the public's help for information and believe there may have been other offending.

Live: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announces election-year Cabinet reshuffle
Chris Penk and Penny Simmonds have been promoted to Cabinet, as the prime minister reshuffles his ministerial lineup.

Police name child killed in Auckland crash
Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the March 15 crash that claimed the life of the Auckland girl.

Spark Launches Satellite Service with SMS and data options
Spark launches data and text satellite-to-mobile services, powered by Starlink.

Datacom Acquires Auckland Data Centre from T4
Datacom has acquired T4's Auckland data centre for an undisclosed sum, strengthening its investment in sovereign digital infrastructure and in-country capability in New Zealand.

Iran fires one of largest barrages in weeks ahead of Passover

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Israeli military says it hit dozens of military facilities in Tehran

First foreign troop in new gang suppression force lands in Haiti to replace previous mission

SpaceX reportedly files plans for massive IPO

The $12 ticket tweak that won an Auckland couple $12.75 million
An Auckland man’s decision not to change a recurring Powerball number has landed his family a life-changing multi-million dollar jackpot.

Government increases mileage rates for community support workers during fuel crisis
Home and community support workers have been granted a temporary 30% increase to their mileage rates to help manage the pressure of rising fuel prices.

KPMG survey finds leaders keep AI spending despite recession
KPMG survey shows global leaders will keep AI investment high through recession fears, as governance and workforce change separate winners from the rest.

Employee takes police vehicle camping despite being booked for search and rescue exercise
A police employee misused a police vehicle by taking it to go camping with a friend, despite it being booked for a search and rescue exercise, the police watchdog has revealed.

Cost of living to rise 50 pct more than expected this year - economists
Households face a $55 a week rise in living costs this year partly because of the Middle East conflict, economists say.

Tiger Woods turns down Ryder Cup captain’s job as he steps away to get healthy
Tiger Woods has turned down the chance to be U.S. captain for the Ryder Cup matches in 2027 as he steps away from golf-related activities to seek treatment and focus on his health.

Police and family concerned for missing 18-year-old last seen at Auckland train station
Faith Tuiafo, 18, was last seen at Otahuhu Station last Friday.

Vection buys DXLabs to expand Australia automation push
Vection strikes AU$ deal for DXLabs, adding automation firepower and local scale as the ASX group targets faster Asia-Pacific growth.

Authorities Bust Camel Booze Smuggling Operation, Seize Nearly 2,000 Containers of Illegal Alcohol