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CommScope becomes Vistance after cable sale to Amphenol
CommScope rebrands as Vistance Networks after selling its cable arm to Amphenol, pledging debt repayment and at least USD $10 a share dividend.

Tributes for men killed in Utah shooting
Sione Vatuvei and Vaea Tulikihihifo Jr were gunned down outside the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City.

Police seek information after armed robberies target three Hutt Valley bars
Offenders used weapons and stole a vehicle in Upper Hutt bar incident.

Flag thief likely to avoid conviction after police offer him diversion
Bryce Gambirazzi was arrested and charged with theft of the flag, valued at $15,000

Investigation into whether spate of aggravated robberies at Hutt Valley bars linked
The most recent bar was targeted on Saturday and involved two people with weapons approaching bar staff.

Trump announces 25% tariff on any country doing business with Iran
"This Order is final and conclusive", the US President said on social media.

Business optimism rises, despite slower growth than forecast
Business sentiment has rebounded strongly, with firms reporting improved sales and planning to hire staff and increase investment.

Person arrested at protest outside Wellington's Iranian Embassy
About 40 people have been chanting, calling for the removal of the Iranian regime.

Person found dead in Christchurch red zone not suspicious, police say
A body was found on Dunair Dr in Burwood on Friday.

Salesforce adds shared-context AI tools for retailers
Salesforce launches Agentforce 360 retail tools to unify AI across marketing, eCommerce and service, promising smoother shopper journeys.

Macclesfield to host Brentford in FA Cup fourth round - see full draw
Sixth-tier Macclesfield are rewarded with a home tie against Brentford in the FA Cup fourth round after their shock win over holders Crystal Palace.

Is Carrick the right man for Man Utd?
Michael Carrick is favourite to be named Man United's next interim manager. Simon Stone assesses if he is the right fit for the job.

Centuries-old enormous black coral found in Fiordland
A large black coral believed to be centuries old is one of the largest ever found in the waters of New Zealand, researchers say.

Google's corporate parent joins $4 trillion club as investors continue to bet on AI breakthroughs

Police rule out charges against Wellington's Graham Bloxham after arrest at protest
Graham Bloxham was arrested alongside two other men following a scuffle during the protest.

Second body found in Waikato River believed to be missing swimmer Teananga Tiotia
The body was found just before 10am, three days after Police Search and Rescue, and the National Dive Squad began their search.

Google removes some AI health summaries after investigation finds “dangerous” flaws
AI Overviews provided false liver test information experts called alarming.

Ardie Savea sports nasty eye injury
Savea posted a video which shows several stitches and heavy bruising above his right eye.

Watch: Unwanted Black Cap plunders record equalling half century
Bevon Jacobs has done nothing but destroy bowling attacks in the Super Smash, but he won’t feature at the looming T20 World Cup.

KFC app 'more secure' than Manage My Health, expert claims
Colonel Sanders has better web security than many digital health providers, an IT expert has claimed.

Villa and Spurs hold talks for Atletico's Gallagher
Aston Villa and Tottenham are holding talks over a move for Atletico Madrid midfielder Conor Gallagher this month.

Koepka to make PGA return in January under new scheme
Five-time major champion Brooks Koepka will make his comeback on the PGA Tour in January under a new returning member programme, following his departure from LIV Golf.