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Sam Ruthe's next goal after setting record for mile
The 16-year-old on Sunday, became the youngest athlete ever to run a mile quicker than 3 minutes and 50 seconds and in doing so eclipsed the New Zealand record by Sir John Walker.

‘Devoted mother’ killed in fatal Whangarei highway crash
Diana Tam was known for her generosity and strength, often putting her children's needs before her own.

Ferry network could link Northern Marianas and Guam, study finds
The feasibility stud was presented to the Commonwealth of Norhtern Mariana Islands Legislature last week.

This New Suspension System Lets You Adjust Your Ride With a Smartphone

AI, cyber threats & the rise of strategic data privacy
AI-fuelled cyber threats and stricter rules are forcing APAC organisations to treat data privacy as a strategic advantage, not mere compliance.

Waitangi Day 2026: What's open, what's not, and when you have to pay a surcharge
Unlike Easter holidays, Christmas, or before 1pm on Anzac Day, trading restrictions don't apply.

Another Wellington hospo business announces closure
After 17 years, Rice Bowl Burger Bar is shutting up shop.

The plane hailed a ‘game changer’ arrives into Wellington on Monday
Expect to see a few more plane spotters than usual around Wellington Airport on Monday afternoon.

Winners and nominees at the 2026 Grammy Awards - updating live
An updating guide to the main prizes at Sunday's 68th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles.

Profits up for gentailers, but prices and dividends expected to stay flat
A wet spring looks set to deliver bumper half-year earnings to the country's big four generator-retailers, but don't expect that to bring prices down.

The Kazakhstan billionaire behind star’s Australian Open triumph
When Elena Rybakina stepped on stage to collect her trophy on Saturday night, she thanked the usual people – her opponent, her coaching team, her sponsors and Tennis Australia.

Man who allegedly fled scene charged over fatal Dunedin crash
A man has been charged over a crash which claimed the life of a passenger.

Will teenage star Sam Ruthe be picked for Commonwealth Games?
Calls for Kiwi teenager Sam Ruthe to represent New Zealand at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games are growing louder.

Investigation launched after firefighter makes crude gesture as PM walks off
The video went viral online racking up 100,000 views.

AI outpaces data privacy, exposing governance gaps
AI investment is surging faster than data privacy and board oversight, leaving storage gaps and weak access controls to fuel rising risk.

Police spokesman barred from commissioner's office, excluded from meetings amid rift

'Rafah Crossing opening paves way for Hamas to rebuild': Reservist Party leader tells 'Post'

Families take legal action as British tourists die

K-pop Demon Hunters make history as Grammys get underway
The Cure, Yungblud and FKA Twigs are the first British winners on the night in Los Angeles.

Crash closes SH1 in Marlborough
Police said one person was badly injured in the crash at about 7.30am on Monday.

Concerns raised about possible changes to Commerce Act
The proposed changes could disadvantage consumers, deter investors and increase the cost of doing business.

KiwiSavers struggle to get their money amid record hardship withdrawals
People are seeking help with their bills but unaware of how hard it can be to meet the hardship requirements of the KiwiSaver Act.

Auckland Council starts flood research project
Auckland Council is looking at ways to make houses more resistant to floods.

Watch: Flare hits goalkeeper in Serie A clash
Inter Milan’s match at Cremonese had to be halted for a few minutes after home goalkeeper Emil Audero was struck by a flare.