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Planned obsolescence is now a Windows PC security nightmare
I have a headache from dealing with Secure Boot this past week. I’m also now worried about the future of security on PCs, given the economy right now. Let’s rewind. On June 24, security certificates for a very important Windows feature began expiring. (This actually affects Linux too, but I’m focusing...

These common PC upgrade myths could be costing you money
At first glance, upgrading a PC sounds simple. Buy a new part, slot it into place, and you’re done. That said, many users fall into typical pitfalls that cost them time, money, and patience. By addressing the most common misconceptions surrounding upgrades, you’ll not only save yourself a lot of...

Dreame L60 Pro Ultra review: The robot vacuum that doesn’t get stuck
At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros ProLeap climbing system helps it clear barriers that strand many robot vacuums Strong vacuuming and mopping performance Automatic mop removal is genuinely useful for rugs and carpeted areas Excellent navigation and obstacle avoidance Cons Expensive Large dock requires dedicated floor space App can feel dense Best feature is less useful...

Person dies after car goes into Aorere River
Emergency services were called to the crash were a vehicle had gone into Aorere River

Copious launches Litigated.com AI for legal workflows
Law firms could cut hours from disclosure reviews and evidence handling as the platform is already in commercial use in the sector.

Reliability for jury, not police, to decide - former High Court judge tells trial
Two former police officers are on trial, charged with wilfully attempting to obstruct the course of justice in relation to Arthur Easton's 1985 murder.

‘We're supposed to already be finished’: Troy Kingi’s race to complete 10-album project
The songwriter is scrambling to finish writing the final album in a decade-long project - before recording at the legendary Abbey Road Studios.

Southland town fundraising to keep nurse at medical centre
The nurse at the Nightcaps Medical Centre was funded by WellSouth Primary Health Network for 20 hours a week until March.

Planning a trip? Check visa rules for any country with this free tool
Most people focus on flights, hotels, and sightseeing destinations when travel planning. But before any of that, it’s imperative to check visa requirements for the country or countries you’ll be visiting. While important, it’s not a fun step in the planning process and can often be a headache to track...

Wolf Alice cover Nirvana at emotional homecoming show
The band break out their own version of Smells Like Teen Spirit at their biggest-ever headline show.

South Korea to funnel AI chip tax windfall into public investment, housing and jobs

This humanoid robotics company is going public, but its CEO isn’t promising a robot in your home anytime soon

One dead after vehicle goes into river in Tasman
A person has died after a vehicle crashed into a river.

Watch: Formula 1's Lego race descends into chaos
Rules are often pushed to the limits in Formula 1, but this was more a race full of blatant cheating, yet nobody was complaining.

Infobip launches PitchMate AI agent for football fans
Football fans can now get fixtures, stats and games in WhatsApp and RCS as Infobip deepens its push into sports engagement.

Get Claude, ChatGPT, and Gemini for $60 til 7/19 for life
TL;DR: Get a 1min.AI Advanced Business Plan lifetime subscription for $59.97 (reg. $540) through July 19, and run GPT, Claude, Gemini, and Llama from a single dashboard with no recurring fee. Paying for ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini separately adds up fast, and switching between them all day is its own kind of tax. 1min.AI puts them...

Radisson launches AI price-matching tool for direct bookings
Guests can now get lower rates instantly on Radisson's own site, as an AI tool matches third-party prices without manual claims.