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Pacific officials criticise New Zealand's weaker methane targets
However, Climate Minister Simon Watts says "we cut production to meet targets, we risk shifting production to countries who are not as emissions-efficient".

Six years on, a mosque victim’s daughter asks: Have we forgotten ‘They Are Us’?
She lost her father in the March 15 terror attacks. Now Sara Qasem is urging Kiwis not to forget their promise of compassion - and to keep standing together against hate.

Infratil buys stake in Contact Energy
The infrastructure investor bought the shareholding from TECT Holdings.

This tech giant is betting big on AI. But will companies pay for it?
AI agents are leading a “digital labour revolution”, this billionaire CEO says. But less than 5 per cent of his customers are paying for them.

Israeli military says Gaza ceasefire to resume after strikes

New Zealand's nurses, teachers and others set for mega strike - What you need to know
Explainer - There's a huge strike coming. Who's taking part, why are they protesting and what's so 'mega' about it?

PM attacks ‘politically motivated’ mega strike
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to morning media about his confusion surrounding the upcoming mega strike on Thursday.

Blueberries the size of a ping-pong ball to be grown in NZ
The Eterna blueberry, which can grow 'up to the size of a ping-pong ball', is being planted in Kerikeri and Waikato.

No Farrell or Willis in 36-man England training squad
There is no place for Owen Farrell or Tom Willis in the 36-man England training squad before the autumn internationals.

Calls for London Aquarium penguins to be released
Up to 300 people protested against the captivity of 15 gentoo penguins at the Westminster attraction.

England hold nerve for most significant win of Edwards era
England's win over India in the Women's World Cup was the most important of the Charlotte Edwards era because of the way they handled pressure, says Ffion Wynne.

Fat Freddy’s Drop announce 2026 shows after death of founding member
The shows will be the first the band has played since the death of Chris Faiumu in July.

NZ’s first elite sports school to open
The country’s first ever sports school will open its doors next year, giving football and rugby athletes a place to study while pursuing a professional sports career.

Former Fiji Netball coach Unaisi Rokoura missing after suspected drowning incident
Fiji's netball community is anxiously awaiting news of a former national team captain and coach who was reported missing on Saturday.

Two IDF soldiers killed in Rafah after Hamas violates Gaza ceasefire

Lawson narrowly outside the points as Red Bull ace coasts to victory in Austin
Liam Lawson was in a three-way battle for 10th but could not get past Fernando Alonso in the closing stages.

‘Mega strike’ to descend on New Zealand, but what is it all about and who is taking part?
This Thursday will see one of the biggest strikes in New Zealand history when the so-called “mega strike” takes place across the country.

Inflation still lower than under Labour, Christopher Luxon says
The prime minister says inflation may bounce around the 3 percent target rate.

Scientists work to secure supply of carbon dioxide
Shortages of natural gas in 2023 were acutely felt in food-based industries.

Muscat deal to be Rangers boss off
Rangers' bid to make Kevin Muscat their new head coach has broken down after advanced talks.

Maguire heads Man Utd to victory against Liverpool
Harry Maguire heads Manchester United to a 2-1 win against Liverpool - their first victory at Anfield since 2016.

'Liverpool blip now becomes something deeper'
The problems are piling up for Liverpool head coach Arne Slot as Manchester United inflict fourth successive loss, reports BBC Sport chief football writer Phil McNulty.