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Outgoing Red Bull chief accuses Christian Horner of playing ‘dirty games’
Helmut Marko launched an extraordinary attack on the sacked team principal who was embroiled in controversy and addressed a power struggle inside Red Bull.

‘Horrendous’: Manhunt for son, friend devastated after couple killed
A close-knit central North Island community has been left devastated after a respected farming couple were found dead, sparking a homicide investigation and fears for their missing son.

The 3G shutdown has begun. Will your phone still work?
The shutdown was originally flagged to be "by Christmas," but will extend slightly into 2026.

Dramatic footage shows logging truck crushing car on motorway
The incident occurred on Dunedin’s Southern Motorway last week.

Services sector slump gives economic reality check
It is the worst reading since May.

Canterbury to move to restricted fire season at midnight
This means anyone wanting to light an outdoor fire will have to apply for a permit authorised by Fire and Emergency.

Watch: Knife-wielding thief slips while trying to rob Hamilton bakery
A group entered Avalon Bakehouse Cafe on Sunday attempting to rob the place but were fought off by freshly mopped floors and a tong-wielding baker.

Exclusive: SAS says trust gap slows ANZ AI rollout
Australia and New Zealand lead global generative AI adoption with 92% of firms prioritising trust, governance and decision efficiency over cost savings.

Cocaine worth $5.6m seized in second major drug bust at NZ port in a week
Second major drug bust at Tauranga port in a week as Customs targets summer smuggling.

One person killed in helicopter crash
The crash happened in a remote area of the Manawatu-Whanganui region.

Mahomes tears ACL as Chiefs miss out on NFL play-offs
Patrick Mahomes suffers a major knee injury as the Kansas City Chiefs are ruled out of the NFL play-offs for the first time since the 2014 season.

'Already booked return flight': Kiwi darts ace’s dilemma after shock world champs upset
The Kiwi No 1 surprised himself with his upset win, revealing his return flight is booked for the day before his round two match.

Speeding black BMW crashes in Waipa, killing one and seriously injuring others; critical incident declared
Police have launched an investigation after a fatal crash in Waipa

Police identify man found dead in car in suspicious circumstances in Rotorua
Nicholas Patrick Mitchell was found dead in a vehicle on Ford Rd on Friday.

House fire in south Auckland deemed suspicious
The incident occurred on Buckland Road, Mangere East on Monday.

Firefighters battle large South Taranaki vegetation fire at Waiinu Beach
The fire was reported shortly after 2pm.

Two found dead at LA home owned by director Rob Reiner, police say
Firefighters were called to a Brentwood home Sunday afternoon, where they found the bodies of a man, 78, and a woman, 68.

WorkSafe takes enforcement action against daycare at centre of chemical burns incident
Five children and two adults were taken to hospital after a caustic chemical was used on a children's slip and slide.

Two found dead at address linked to Hollywood director Rob Reiner
Homicide detectives from the Los Angeles Police Department are investigating, a law enforcement source tells CNN.

Tonga has a new prime minister
Lord Fakafanua has been elected Tonga's next prime minister by his fellow MPs, ousting incumbent prime minister Dr 'Aisake Eke.

Henderson's Jota tribute after first league goal in four years
Brentford midfielder Jordan Henderson pays tribute to former Liverpool team-mate Diogo Jota after scoring in Sunday's draw against Leeds - his first Premier League goal since 2021.