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Argon & Co named AWS quick partner for AI workplace
The deal gives clients access to an AWS workplace assistant as firms race to move AI from pilots into daily operations.

Government overhauls tertiary institutions' research funding system
Academics are cautiously welcoming the move but the Association of Scientists wants more detail and the Tertiary Education Union says a bigger problem is the size of the fund which has not increased for several years.

McLaren's 1000th Grand Prix: 'Dad would be absolutely delighted'
This weekend marks a milestone event for the McLaren F1 team - but for the family behind the name, it's also a reminder of how far an idea has travelled.

Security guard charged after man knocked unconscious on Auckland’s K Rd
A security guard has been charged after a man was knocked unconscious and left on a central Auckland street near a bar overnight.

Cobolli using Nadal's shower in bid for French Open glory
Flavio Cobolli is doing everything he can to help secure a first Grand Slam title - including using Rafael Nadal's favoured shower cubicle at Roland Garros.

England in serious debt after Ashes and repayment must start now
England have invested in Brendon McCullum once again but now it is time for his team to start paying back the faith, writes Stephan Shemilt.

SpaceX says it’s worth $1.75tn as it nears stock market debut
Elon Musk’s space exploration company set a target price for buyers earlier than expected.

'Crazy' phone call between Trump and Netanyahu complicates Iran talks
Israel's PM laughed off reports of friction, but he has tested the patience of other US presidents.

Grab what you can while you can: The new reality in the South China Sea
After years of watching China create land to back its expansive claims, others are doing the same.

NHS staff should be banned from wearing pro-Palestinian badges, report recommends
The recommendation is one of several from Lord Mann, whose review examined antisemitism within the organisation.

No blind spots: Reolink unveils dynamic, AI-powered range
The new OMVI range could cut costs for homes and businesses by replacing multi-camera setups with one device that tracks subjects in 360 degrees.

'Treasured taonga': Northland mourns former principal Nanny Dot amid homicide probe
Tarati Buckley, also known as Nanny Dot, was found dead at age 76. A 26-year-old man has been charged with her murder.

Lydia Ko brushes off comparisons as golf great’s $38m record looms
After an amicable “break up” with her putter, and encouraging start with a new one, two monumental milestones beckon Dame Lydia Ko.

Security guard charged after man punched outside bar in Auckland CBD
The man lost consciousness after he was allegedly hit in the face, police say.

Konate reveals depression after deaths of Jota & father
Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate opens up on how the deaths of team-mate Diogo Jota and his father left him battling depression during his final season at the club.

Title favourite Sabalenka lets another Slam opportunity slip from her grasp
Aryna Sabalenka would not say it, but there is an inescapable feeling the world number one has lost another golden Grand Slam opportunity after her shock French Open loss.

Man City have opening Anderson bid rejected by Forest
Manchester City have an opening transfer bid for midfielder Elliot Anderson rejected by Nottingham Forest.

MP sues Musk's xAI after deepfake bikini picture
Suffolk MP Jess Asato claims the firm's tool Grok was used to create fake images of her in a bikini.

Henry Nowak murder: What we know about how the events unfolded
The student was 18 when he was stabbed by 23-year-old Vickrum Digwa in Southampton in December 2025.

MI5 warns Chinese spies using job websites to target government staff
Undercover agents are posing as fake job recruiters to try and identify useful targets, MI5 warns.