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User error named top IT problem as survey reveals odd mishaps
A SolarWinds survey reveals user error as the top IT issue, disrupting work for 33% of global IT professionals surveyed. 
© 2026 ITBrief Thu, 30 Oct 1:45am 

-Analysis-China signals it will pull plug on subsidies for EVs with five-year plan exclusion
-CPA Australia against replacing entry-level accounting jobs with AI
-Red Cross condemns 'staged' recovery of hostage remains in Gaza
-Police fire teargas as protests erupt during Tanzania election

This website animates my hand-drawn characters in seconds
One of the things I’ve always wanted to do is animate a hand-drawn character. True hand-drawn animation is tricky and time-consuming to pull off but there are now a bunch of tools online to do the animation part for you. One such website that makes for a fun time waster... 
© 2026 PC World Thu, 30 Oct 1:05am 

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‘I like your man from New Zealand’: Luxon and Trump meet one-on-one at APEC
The pair agreed their meeting went well, with Luxon saying Trump had “given him grief” about his hairline, while the US President reminisced about visiting New Zealand many years ago. 
© 2026 Stuff.co.nz Wed, 29 Oct 11:55pm 

-The next chapter in OpenAI's dealmaking frees it to make even more

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Yes, laptop locks are still a thing—and you probably need one
Imagine you’re typing away on your laptop inside of a busy café. You hear your coffee order being yelled out and now you’ve got to make your way up front and leave your laptop behind. What if an opportunistic person swipes it while you’re not looking? You’ll probably wish you... 
© 2026 PC World Wed, 29 Oct 11:45pm 

Australia snatch Constellation Cup in extra-time thriller
Sophie Garbin goal with three seconds to go proves the difference in 74-minute marathon, featuring extra-time, as Diamonds break Ferns’ hearts. 
© 2026 Stuff.co.nz Wed, 29 Oct 10:15pm 

Recap: Australia pip Silver Ferns in Series Decider Time to win Constellation Cup
Look back at live score updates from final Constellation Cup test between the Silver Ferns and Australian Diamonds in Christchurch. 
© 2026 Stuff.co.nz Wed, 29 Oct 10:15pm 

The 'Justin Bieber of rugby league' tormenting England
First came the astonishing NRL Grand Final performance, then the starring display on his Australia debut against England. October has been Reece Walsh's month - will November bring more accolades? 
© 2026 BBCWorld Wed, 29 Oct 9:35pm 


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Hurry! This Ryzen mini PC with triple 4K support just fell under $200
Today, one of the best things you can get for your home office is a PC that isn’t just powerful enough to be your daily driver, but also small enough that it frees up desk space and makes it easier to stay organized. The GMKtec G10 mini PC is a... 
© 2026 PC World Thu, 30 Oct 1:45am 

Akamai & NVIDIA launch global edge AI platform for real-time use
Akamai and NVIDIA have launched Akamai Inference Cloud, a global edge AI platform delivering real-time, low-latency AI inference closer to users. 
© 2026 ITBrief Thu, 30 Oct 12:25am 

Kerry Katona on coping with fame after Atomic Kitten
The former Atomic Kitten member talks about the difficulty of being in the public eye after leaving the girlband. 
© 2026 BBCWorld Thu, 30 Oct 12:05am 

Silver Scrolls: Marlon Williams adds another trophy to his cabinet
The indie folk singer has won his second Silver Scroll award this year for 'Aua Atu Ra' from his entirely te reo Maori album, Te Whare Tiwekaweka. 
© 2026 RadioNZ Thu, 30 Oct 12:05am 

-A Sequoia partner warns the AI gold rush is built on shaky, 'experimental' revenue
-OpenAI CFO says Microsoft deal boosts capital raising efficiency
-Amazon just kicked off the new era of giant AI layoffs

2FA vs Passkeys: Which security solution actually keeps you safer?
Everyone knows what a password is. But we can’t say the same for two-factor authentication or passkeys, which is a shame because these two security features dramatically boost the safety of your online accounts. Using both is actually your best bet, but when to use one over the other can be... 
© 2026 PC World Wed, 29 Oct 11:45pm 

Oceania Football boss ducks Saudi questions, reveals ambition at Pro League launch
Franck Castillo did not want to talk about a reported US$20m investment by the Saudi Tourism Authority, but did reveal plans to play at Eden Park. 
© 2026 Stuff.co.nz Wed, 29 Oct 10:15pm 

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-South Korea gifts Trump replica of ancient golden crown
-Migrant sex offender deported from UK after mistaken release
-Convicted sex offender who was mistakenly released from a UK prison is deported to Ethiopia
-Cameroon opposition leader to face legal action over election unrest, government says

Far North has one of the highest rates of female representation in local government history
Eight out of 10 of the Far North's newly elected councillors are women and were sworn in today. 
© 2026 RadioNZ Wed, 29 Oct 9:55pm 

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