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Air New Zealand cuts 5% of its flights, jobs could go
International routes will also be cut but the company is still working on which ones, its CEO says.

Pharmac adds Wegovy for weight loss to list for future funding
Currently unfunded, Wegovy would cost someone about $400 a month.

HMRC to use AI from British tech firm to spot fraud and tax return errors
Quantexa, a financial data platform, won the £175m contract to spot fraud and tax return errors.

Video shows murder-accused weeping after learning Lyn Fleming had died
Hayden tasker broke down in tears and vomited after police told him Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming had died from injuries sustained when he allegedly drove his car into two officers on New Year’s Day.

'I could have died': Driver fleeing police sped wrong way across busy bridge
A man heading off for a paddle feared it was going to be “his last day on earth“ after car drove past him.

US commerce secretary details 'off-putting' interaction with Epstein in testimony
The commerce secretary spoke of three interactions with Jeffrey Epstein, including a visit to the financier's home and his island in the Caribbean.

The Papers: 'Wes, prime minister?' and 'My flare lady'
Health Secretary Wes Streeting dominates the front pages on Thursday, as Sir Keir Starmer tries to retain his premiership.

Behind the scenes on Rivals season two: 'It's bigger, bolder, bonkier!'
Dyer, Aidan Turner and David Tennant share secrets on the set of the hit show as it returns.

Cuba has run out of diesel and oil, energy minister says
The minister says the situation in Cuba is "extremely tense", as a US-led blockade of oil to the country causes widespread power cuts.

Hezbollah support endures in south Lebanon as ceasefire fails to stop war with Israel
Despite continuing Israeli attacks and occupation, many people in the south still believe the armed group is the only force capable of defending them.

Government expands e-gate access to include younger children
Children aged eight and nine returning to the UK from abroad will be able to use e-gates from 8 July.

Why there are half a dozen Blues jerseys up for grabs in Magic Round
Whether it’s due to Latrell Mitchell’s back, Stephen Crichton’s form or pressure from potential debutants, a big portion of the NSW team remains undecided.

Winding-up applications for six months expected to top 2021, 2022 totals
There have been more than 400 winding up applications in the year to the end of April.

Public urged not to share videos of violent assaults online
It comes as Southland police investigate any links between attacks and dating apps.

Kiwi overseas told to isolate after exposure to hantavirus
A New Zealand dual national has been told to stay in place and avoid physical contact with others after being exposed to hantavirus.

McIlroy 'totally fine' for US PGA after toe issue
World number two Rory McIlroy says using a "bigger and wider shoe with more cushioning" is helping deal with a sore little toe on his right foot.

Why is Donald Trump visiting China now? BBC explains
Laura Bicker breaks down what could be on the agenda for the US president and China’s leader as they meet in Beijing.

Chippy boss installing self-service tills as 'abrupt' customers query prices
Rhys McLoughlin says he does not think customers understand that "incoming prices are going up and up".

Harry warns of 'deeply troubling' rise in antisemitism in UK
The Duke of Sussex says "legitimate protest" is important but people must be more "clear" about where they are aiming their anger.

Higher Europe air fares 'inevitable', says industry head
Flying by air will get more expensive as oil prices remain high after the US and Israel's conflict with Iran.

Teen gun skins McKenzie for try
Teen Reds gun Treyvon Pritchard skins Chiefs star Damian McKenzie for a try.