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The regions that could be in the flood firing line next
MetService says there's a strong likelihood of several regions being upgraded to red heavy rain warnings as a damaging storm sweeps across the country.

Singer Duffy to share sex assault ordeal in documentary
Disney+ says it has been given "unprecedented access" to the singer in her first major interview in 15 years.

The walls are closing in on Mark Zuckerberg
Juries in two US states this week found Meta liable for harming children. With 2000 more cases pending, Zuckerberg’s nightmare is just starting.

Asia-Pacific PC shipments seen falling 13.7% in 2026
Asia-Pacific PC shipments are expected to reverse sharply in 2026 as memory shortages and higher prices squeeze supply after a strong 2025 rebound.

MPs lament greyhound ban but still vote for it
The greyhound racing ban has moved a step closer as MPs lament its necessity. An ACT MP even asked for forgiveness for their vote.

Minister stands by decision to tighten emergency housing criteria despite criticism
It comes after an Auditor-General report highlighted the need for more consistency and fairness.

Stephen Colbert to write next Lord of the Rings movie after leaving late night
Lord of the Rings: Shadow of the Past will be based on the eighth chapter of The Fellowship of the Ring.

25 years since Lord of the Rings debuted in cinemas, why are fans still flocking to Middle Earth?
Nearly one-in-five visitors from the United States last year booked their trip because of the trilogy.

Person seriously injured in Wellington crash
One person is in a serious condition and another has minor injuries following an evening collision.

Proposed deportation changes could disproportionately affect Pacific Island nationals
The Immigration (Enhanced Risk Management) Amendment Bill will give immigration officers the power to ask suspected overstayers for identification in homes and workplaces.

Google expands Lyria 3 Pro music tool across products
Google rolls out Lyria 3 Pro to Vertex AI, Gemini and Workspace tools, giving users up to three-minute AI music tracks with finer song structure control.

TrendAI flags agentic AI risks in enterprise deployment
TrendAI survey finds businesses racing to deploy agentic AI despite weak controls, with sensitive data exposure, audit gaps and kill-switch doubts emerging.

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Young mum facing life-threatening stem cell transplant delays for cancer treatment
Loran Geddes, 29, says she feels like the healthcare system in New Zealand has failed her and her family.

Scientists reveal earliest evidence for shifting of Earth’s crust

Posts falsely claim Duterte-stronghold Davao secured Brunei oil supply as prices soar

Iran Is Drafting Law to Introduce Tolls for Hormuz Transit

In U-turn, UK police say Palestine Action protesters will be arrested again

'Devil Wears Prada moment' for NI creatives featured in Vogue
The photo shoot took place at a property on Lawrence Hill in Londonderry and showcased local talent.

'Lifesaving' North Canterbury eating disorder facility can't attract government funding
Recovered Living NZ says without funding from the government, only those who can afford the cost can access care.

Canterbury council asks staff not to travel unless ‘absolutely necessary’ amid fuel crisis
Ashburton District Council has asked staff to avoid unnecessary travel to conserve fuel.

Woman, two young children rescued from car trapped in rising flood water
The trio were trapped between two impassalbe bodies of water on Pigs Head Road.

Government to outline trigger points for moving up fuel alert levels
The Government will announce on Friday the trigger points for any fuel rationing.