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Armed group allegedly targets driver in Sumner vehicle robbery attempt
A person was threatened with a weapon during an alleged attempt to steal their vehicle on Christchurch’s beachfront Esplanade before four suspects were tracked down by police.

Rocket, Satellite Stocks Surge as SpaceX IPO Fuels Euphoria

AST SpaceMobile vs. Rocket Lab: Which Space Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

Why data governance is a core IT responsibility in the AI era
Poor data oversight now risks unreliable AI outputs, as unstructured information and weak lineage can undermine automation at scale.

3 Die and 3 Others Injured After Decades-Old Highway Overpass Collapses at Demolition Site

Cruising Barcelona: Gaudí, Paella and a Marina Worth the Anchor Fee

Crusaders title defence takes a hit as Will Jordan ruled out of Super Rugby playoffs
A major setback for the Crusaders with fullback Will Jordan's return to the game a brief one.

Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of May 25-31
Rod Emmerson's take on the week.

Cost of living squeeze pushes Kiwis to regional jobs and hands-on work
New Trade Me Jobs data shows more Kiwis are looking beyond the main centres, with regional roles and practical jobs seeing a surge.

'Falling through the cracks': Researchers call for better trauma recovery
A study of more than 200 patients who suffered severe trauma has highlighted the pressing need for a patient-centred approach, researchers say.

The big VAR debrief - did it deny Bournemouth Champions League spot?
BBC Sport assesses how VAR interventions may have impacted games at key moments and how some teams might appreciate the system more than others.

'Long time coming' as Shankland joins Rangers from Hearts
Scotland striker Lawrence Shankland says he is fulfilling his "dream" of joining "boyhood club" Rangers as he completes his transfer from Scottish Premiership rivals Heart of Midlothian.

Internet starts coming back in Iran after months-long blackout
Internet access has been cut off in the country since the start of the war in late February.

Court rules fired refuge workers cannot hold national body responsible for job losses
Fired refuge staff cannot hold national body responsible for job losses, court rules.

Goldman Sachs just ran some ugly numbers on the SaaSPocalypse—and found hedge funds are dumping software and piling into semis

Canada's Telesat eyes secure Italian satellite connectivity contract, sources say

Space embryos: China launches lab-grown human cells into orbit to study reproduction

IDF destroys 11km. of Hamas terror tunnels under Gaza's Beit Hanun

German prosecutors investigate assault allegations in celebrity case

CNMI advocates warn new US green card policy could separate families
A new US immigration policy that restricts immigrant visa holders from applying for green cards could create fear, family separation and workforce instability, human rights and labour activists say.

Oil giant BP ousts new chairman over 'conduct' and shares slide
BP has ousted its chairman over what it called serious concerns related to “important governance standards, oversight and conduct.”

Bluff tavern gains liquor licences despite damning inspection
A Bluff tavern has been given the green light to continue selling alcohol despite strong pushback from multiple agencies.

Rated - Liverpool's six signings from record summer spree
BBC Sport assesses the impact made by Liverpool's six signings last summer that totalled a record £415m.

Foden a 'victim' of football's packed schedule
Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden is a "victim" of football's packed fixture schedule after being left out of England's World Cup squad, says the chief executive of the PFA.

London City pursuing Putellas after Barca exit
Two-time Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas has announced she is leaving Barcelona after 14 years, with London City Lionesses in pursuit.

Man City ahead of Man Utd in race for Anderson
Manchester City are leading the race to sign Elliot Anderson, with the Nottingham Forest midfielder preferring a move to Etihad Stadium instead of rivals Manchester United.