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Augustine Pulu gets three week ban for dangerous tackle
The Moana Pasifika halfback has been suspended for three weeks for a dangerous tackle during his side's 43-7 defeat to the Blues last weekend.

ASB Polyfest: The world's largest secondary school Pasifika cultural festival returns to Auckland
The world's largest secondary school Pasifika cultural festival will be held across two venues this year.

New Zealand rugby’s 30 most influential power-brokers – Gregor Paul
OPINION: Gregor Paul looks at the real movers and shakers in the national game.

Energy sector keeps asserting itself as a market leader: Chart of the Day

Nearly half a million submitted images, only these made the cut!

Italy warns stricken Russian tanker could explode in Med at any time

Nvidia just forecast $1 trillion in AI demand. So why isn’t Jensen Huang a target of AI backlash?

Nvidia Sees Sales Goal Topping $1 Trillion With New Markets

AI Drone Software Stock Jumps 700% in Best IPO Since Newsmax

NZ watchdog plans fibre rules shake-up for 2029 reset
New Zealand's watchdog has outlined draft rule changes for fibre networks ahead of a 2029 reset, aiming to clarify investment tests and capex.

Morning Report: Chris Hipkins says he considered his future in politics after ex-wife's claims
"It would be untrue to say that those thoughts hadn't crossed my mind in the last 48 hours", the Labour leader told Morning Report, but says he is "absolutely committed" to staying on.

Investment property report sparks questions
Property investors say new research shows that they contribute significant amounts to the country's economy - but not everyone is convinced.

'Morning Report: Chris Hipkins Hipkins says he 'considered his future in politics' after ex-wife's claims
"It would be untrue to say that those thoughts hadn't crossed my mind in the last 48 hours", the Labour leader told Morning Report, but says he is "absolutely committed" to staying on.

'Batteries on wheels': EV expert says power grid well-equipped for rise in use
With interest in electric vehicles increasing due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, questions have been raised over the reliability of New Zealand's power grid.

Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of March 16 - 22
Rod Emmerson's take on the week.

'Morning Report: 'Sewer pit' - Chris Hipkins looks to battle 'absolutely untrue' posts
The Labour leader tells Morning Report "all sorts" of additional unsubstantiated claims are now being spread about him after claims by his wife that he's rejected.

The disappearance of crypto and the rebirth of finance
Crypto slips from the spotlight as blockchain quietly rebuilds finance, joining forces with AI to reshape money's hidden plumbing.

Government extends redress for abuse in state-run facilities up to 2022
Erica Stanford says she was approached by a woman last year who had hit bureaucratic dead ends.

In Ukraine, Sean Penn gifted Oscar made from train carriage hit by Russia

UN says more than 36,000 Palestinians displaced by Israeli settlement drive

Israel's Herzog sees Larijani's death as chance for Iran protests

Elon Musk, US SEC in talks to settle lawsuit over Twitter disclosures

Four teens arrested after Auckland home invasion and police chase
The incident began around 3.10pm when police were called to a property on Bleakhouse Rd in Howick.

Accel-KKR buys Whip Around, boosting NZ tech appeal
Accel-KKR acquires New Zealand-founded fleet software firm Whip Around, betting on North American growth and recurring revenue demand.

Strong growth for Irish tech imports across Australia and New Zealand
Irish tech exports to Australia and New Zealand have surged nearly 60% in five years, with Enterprise Ireland backing rapid sector growth.

Popstar Robbie Williams announces New Zealand tour
Williams will be one of the first international acts at the One New Zealand Stadium.

'Trail went cold': The hunt for masterpieces stolen in the Gardner Museum heist
Two men dressed Boston police officers bluffed their way into the museum in 1990 and carried off artworks by Rembrandt, Vermeer, Manet, and Degas.