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Rubrik launches cloud recovery tool for cyber attacks
Companies now face greater pressure to restore critical cloud services fast, as Rubrik's new tool targets the whole application stack after attacks.

BYD adds eCall safety tech to Sealion 8 in Australia
The partnership will help BYD meet tougher crash-response safety rules as Australian buyers increasingly expect connected emergency support.

‘Don’t need to be the best team’: Stricken All Black’s hopeful message for Blues
The departing Dalton Papali’i gave one pertinent message before their semifinal against the Hurricanes where they appear to have little to no chance.

Worker wins $13k payout after heated argument with boss saw him fired on the spot
A worker has been awarded more than $12,800 after a heated roadside argument led to him being fired on the spot in front of his son.

New Amazon Kindle Scribe Range Now Available in New Zealand
Designed to minimise distractions and support uninterrupted thinking, the new Kindle Scribe lineup combines reading, writing and AI-powered organisation tools in one paper-like device.

Watch: Violent clashes before FIFA World Cup opener in Mexico City
Riot police came under attack outside the Azteca Stadium, where Mexico kicked off the tournament against South Africa.

Five security guards among eight arrested in Queenstown drug raids
Eight men have been arrested and charged after a two-month police investigation into the alleged possession and supply of class A drugs in the Queenstown area.

Highway closed in Whanganui after serious crash
A section of State Highway 4 has been completely closed to traffic following a single-vehicle crash.

Smartsheet adds Gemini Enterprise to AI connections
Teams can now link preferred AI assistants to live project data, as Smartsheet broadens access beyond Claude and adds Smart Assist.

World Cup opening ceremony flatter than a punctured football
Considering the it rivals or may even exceed the revenue of the Olympics, its lack of flash, spark and, well ... anything is inexcusable.

St Bede's College maintaining 'obstructive position' on historical sexual abuse investigation - Chief Victims advisor
St Bede's College is refusing to release information about an independent investigation into historical sexual abuse at the school citing "legal professional privilege".

Ableism in te ao Maori: Kiringaua Cassidy on te reo, leadership and belonging
As a tangata haua who uses a wheelchair, he's also navigated Maori spaces that haven't always been designed with accessibility in mind.

India's 'blue gold' starts a new drinks industry
Agave plants grow wild in India and new distillers are using them to create a spirits industry.

D-Link A/NZ Launches GaN Charger Range
D-Link A/NZ has expanded its Tech Essentials range with three high-performance GaN chargers designed to power everything from flagship laptops to phones, tablets, handheld gaming and accessories, all from fewer, smaller adapters.

Senior detective allegedly possessed child exploitation and bestiality material
The detective faces 11 charges of possessing objectionable publications, some of which depicted child exploitation, bestiality and rape.

Uncertain future for Crown entity leaves 176 workers ‘in limbo’
The future of 176 employees at Callaghan Innovation remains up in the air 18 months after the Government announced it was disestablishing the crown entity.

Explainer: How emergency alerts work and why you'll get one on Sunday
Explainer: How do emergency phone alerts work, and why should we pay attention?

Security firm's licence revoked after employees charged with drug offences
Police said five of the eight charged were security guards working as doormen at local bars and clubs.