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Survivor 'angry and saddened' as number of young people abused in care increases
A man who was abused in state care himself says he's "angry and saddened" that the number of victims continues to increase, despite a royal comission inquiry.

Is a mark on the wall 'damage'? Landlords, tenants puzzle over wear and tear
A "very small dent". A Raro spill on the carpet. A broken mop and bucket. Will any of these land you in hot water?

OpenAI got ‘sloppy’ about the wrong thing
You’d think OpenAI would take care when crafting a deal with the Pentagon, one that would see its AI models used in life-and-death scenarios such as those we’re seeing unfold in Iran right now. But as we’ve learned, the initial agreement that OpenAI struck with the Defense Department on Friday night...

‘Maybe I could have done better’: Unwanted All Black’s frank admission before England move
Hoskins Sotutu’s omission was once a hot topic. Soon, the Blues loose forward could be facing the All Blacks in an England shirt.

Seaside mansion an ode to peak Y2K design
With 180 degree views across the Pauatahanui inlet, this funky 90s home offers the full resort lifestyle - including an indoor pool.

Iran war could set NZ power prices if it happened next year, Opposition says
While war waged overseas, the price of energy was the talk of the town in Parliament on Tuesday.

‘I could hear my flatmate having sex’: A new flat review site tells it like it is
The creator behind a new website rating Dunedin flats wishes the site was around before he moved into a cold and damp student flat.

‘My nana went flying’: Family furious with Air NZ after grandmother falls out of wheelchair
The family of an elderly Tongan traveller say Air NZ gave her a taxi voucher to get to hospital after she fell out of a wheelchair.

ChatGPT Health misses urgent medical crises over 50% of the time
According to new research published in Nature Medicine, ChatGPT Health (OpenAI’s dedicated AI-driven chatbot that’s “designed for health and wellness,” which launched earlier this year) repeatedly failed to identify medical emergencies that required immediate medical attention, reports The Guardian. Lead researcher Dr. Ashwin Ramaswamy, along with his colleagues, created “60 realistic...

In pictures: Only lunar eclipse of 2026 graces NZ skies
Budding astronomers have ditched sleep overnight to lay eyes on a total lunar eclipse from what one expert says is the "best seat in the world".

Generational shift sees younger investors choosing managed funds over property
A survey by a major bank indicates owning your own home or having a property investment is no longer seen as providing the best returns.

Microsoft says new Teams location feature isn’t for ’employee tracking’
For better or worse, Microsoft Teams is one of the most important communication apps in the professional world. It’s used by millions for chat messages, video conferences, and sending files. According to the Microsoft 365 Roadmap, Teams is getting a new feature in April 2026 that automatically updates your location...

100 days until the World Cup: Iran uncertainty, injuries cloud All Whites’ prep
The countdown milestone comes with coach Darren Bazeley sweating on player availability for this month’s home warm-up matches.

‘Our house value is down $250,000 but we want to sell’: A Wellingtonian’s plea for help
We bought our house in a desirable Wellington suburb but now we’re stuck, and I’m sure we’re not the only ones in this situation, a correspondent writes to Frances Cook.

Nurse Jenny: Me, Boris Johnson, and the things Kiwis still don’t get about Covid-19
When the pandemic began, Jenny McGee ran towards danger – and ended up accidentally famous.

‘Servile and silent’: The government is caving to Trump on Iran
New Zealand has a choice when it comes to the conflict in Iran: to go along with Trump’s policies, or stand by its values as a nation, writes Phil Goff.

Crime ring couple’s damages claim over seized assets thrown out
The couple argued they should be entitled for damages due to “grossly disproportionate” restraint orders.

How to Swap Faces in Video Using AI: A 2026 Guide to VidMage AI
AI face swapping used to be a party trick. Now it’s quietly becoming a serious shortcut for creativity. Creators use it to localize marketing campaigns. Meme accounts use it to generate viral parody clips. Even indie filmmakers experiment with digital casting swaps. Technology has advanced rapidly, and having a reliable tool...