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NZ Rugby seeks legal advice over NRL’s use of ‘Chiefs’ brand for new PNG franchise
The name of the new NRL franchise has sparked a cross-code, trans-Tasman scuffle, with New Zealand Rugby seeking to protect its Waikato-based Super Rugby side.

Code violation? Tennis Australia under fire from ousted officials
The Australian Open organiser faces multiple claims of retaliating against whistleblowers who raised concerns about alleged bullying and selection favouritism.

‘Emotions pretty raw’: Retiring White Ferns icon isn’t finished with cricket yet
Sophie Devine is sticking to the “hard decision” she made to walk away from ODIs after a tough World Cup campaign in India, but there is more to come.

Spanish minister admits suffering caused by conquistadors in Mexico

Yemen's Houthis plan espionage trial for detained UN staff

South Korea, Nvidia Team Up In 260,000 GPU AI Push

NVDA: Nvidia Stock Rises as Amazon Unleashes Massive AI Spending Wave

48 Hours Without AI: How wired have we really become?
NY Times: From facial recognition to weather apps, AI shapes much of our daily lives.

Investor Keith Rabois' advice to people who want to break into VC

French actor Tchéky Karyo, star of Nikita and The Missing, dies at 72
The French actor was known for supporting roles in films that spanned nearly 40 years.

F1 issues ruling on Liam Lawson’s close call with fleeing race marshals
The FIA said the Kiwi driver was “not at fault”, contradicting Mexican race officials who pinned the blame for the incident on him.

Country Life: Country museum shines light on Eketahuna’s Scandinavian past
Eketahuna Museum is a treasure chest of curiosities which shines a light on the small town's Scandinavian heritage and the challenges of running a country museum.

Who was Jane Austen's best heroine? These experts think they know
Seven leading Austen experts have made their case for her ultimate heroine.

Missing 9-year-old in Pahiatua found
Police issued an amber alert for Pahiatua boy Jimmy Church, who was last seen walking the family dog at 3pm on Friday.

Country Life: Waikato farmer using genetics to 'solve problems'
Alastair Reeves has followed in his father's footsteps, using genetics to help farmers solve problems on farm by breeding sheep that make for good eating, are tolerant of facial eczema and emit lower amounts of methane.

We set our sights on this race months ago. It’s where reputations are made
A disappointing autumn has blossomed into a spring dream for Coolmore Stud Stakes favourite Tantyris.

It’s all gone quiet at R360. Hopefully, it stays that way
From someone who’s seen all this before, things just don’t add up for the breakaway competition at this moment.

The more we know the better: How the AFL’s NBA-style gamble on injury could come unstuck
The NBA is dealing with a gambling scandal that touches the biggest name in the biggest basketball competition in the world. The AFL can learn plenty from it.

Scientists Discover 2 New Species, a Shark and a Tiny Crab, on the Same Deep-Sea Trip

Atlassian, GoDaddy, Upstart, Unity, and Amplitude Shares Are Soaring, What You Need To Know

Roblox wants to use AI to guess every user's age, but investors aren't sure that's a win

Analyst Says Ethereum Is the Best Ecosystem and Ether Is Poised to Top $5,000

Why Iridium (IRDM) Stock Is Up Today

'We all play a part': Water Safety reminds people to take care after 54 drownings this year
Water Safety is reminding people to take care around the water as summer approaches, following 54 drownings this year.

‘I thought I had died’: US teacher recalls moment she was shot by 6yo student
Abby Zwerner is suing the school’s former assistant principal, for gross negligence.

Sir Dave Dobbyn 'in great voice' at the Wellington Opera House
Even on the sweeping high notes, the 68-year-old sounded as powerful as ever on Friday night.

‘Amusing’: Wallabies reject England claims of ‘illegal’ breakdown tactics
The Wallabies captain laughed off accusations from England’s coach, who raised numerous examples with the referee before their Twickenham test.

Ask Susan: What can I claim to reduce tax on my investments?
RNZ's money correspondent answers your questions.

Rapper Dave breaks UK album record with latest release
The Boy Who Played the Harp dethrones Taylor Swift and keeps Lily Allen off the top spot.