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When to rescue food and when to chuck it out, according to a nutritionist
Got some brown bananas on the counter, or soggy salad in the fridge? If so, you're not alone.

Popular Kiwi book reviewer turns author: 'I was shaking like a leaf'
Before publishing her debut novel Malachite, Ashley Andersen had already built a 200,000-strong following on 'Bookstagram' and 'BookTok', reviewing and championing her favourite authors.

The newest Surface is a mini PC, but it’s not for you
The Nvidia RTX Spark is kind of a big deal. Nvidia’s first consumer-grade PC might have been spoiled, but it’s definitely an exciting option for any manufacturer that wants to make a high-end device, especially if they’re hoping to attract those who want to run local “AI” models. Microsoft has...

‘Saturation point’ on Earth’s resources marks end of GDP-growth era, Johan Rockström says
The man who introduced the concept of 'planetary boundaries' says living within them requires new ways of achieving prosperity.

Married at First Sight UK allegations 'deeply disturbing', says watchdog
Ofcom says it is taking the the allegations against the Channel 4 programme "very seriously".

OpenAI’s Codex can finally control Windows 11 PCs on its own
OpenAI announced via a social media post that Codex desktop’s Computer Use feature is now available on Windows 11 systems. The feature, which enables Codex to control apps on the computer, was previously only available on macOS. With Computer Use, Codex uses its own virtual mouse and keyboard to navigate the...

Key questions as the All Whites’ World Cup prep ramps up with Haiti match
All you need to know about the FIFA World Cup warm-up match between New Zealand and Haiti in Florida.

Multi-generational living on a budget: 1910 cottage with tiny home for under $500k
This little cottage could be yours for less than $500k... and it's not the only dwelling on the property.

‘Ridiculous’: Church review of survivor care didn’t speak to survivors
Equippers says its review identified improvements. Survivors say it missed the point – and they were not consulted.

Law change will see councils lose expert advice, Hastings mayor Wendy Schollum says
The government is changing the law to ensure only elected councillors can vote on council committees.

More than 130,000 people have a mortgage over $1m
A recent update by credit bureau Centrix shows the number of people with a mortgage larger than $1 million has increased 15 percent year-on-year.

15m Ponzi schemer Barry Kloogh says he was ‘good with money management’
Barry Kloogh, who was denied parole on Tuesday said his offending only ended “because he was caught.”

Maori Climate Platform funding axed in Budget
Iwi and Maori community leaders have consistently raised concerns about the lack of financial support for marae, despite the expectation they would support communities during crises.

'Assurance checks' of Corrections staff after media leak concerns
The checks follow a series of articles by RNZ in relation to allegations against five senior staff at the department.

Microsoft is building a ‘quiet’ Windows, starting with animated grass
Imagine your Windows taskbar was replaced by a soft green meadow of gently swaying grass, with small bunnies hopping about. Or mechs stomping back and forth with hellfire. Microsoft’s suite of killer Windows utilities, called PowerToys, might be getting another utility soon that lets you do just that. It might not...

‘Arch enemy’: Coach buries farewell talk as Crusaders hunt Blues’ scalp
"Of course, it's the arch enemy to a large degree and the history and traditions of playing the Blues has gone deep,’’ Crusaders coach Rob Penney said.

‘You owe $11,000’: Woman shocked after getting boss of failed company’s old number - and his debt texts
The Christchurch woman has spent 10 months fielding calls and texts intended for the businessman.

‘It’s been a s..t show’: Principal raised concerns about school transport provider before boy’s death
The head of Wairau Valley Special School queried the suitability of Ritchies Transport around a month before the tragedy.