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Peter Kay gatecrashes BBC weather report
The comedian interrupted North West Tonight weather presenter Molly Brewer as she gave her report.

Live: Five New Zealanders missing following Nepal flash flood - reports
Former Honorary Consul of Nepal to Auckland Dinesh Khadka told RNZ Nepal Police had given him the names of five New Zealanders unaccounted for.

Two dead, two injured in Northland crash
One person is critically injured and another seriously injured after the two-vehicle crash in Peria.

Luxon wants kids off social media, but says politicians still need it
National is pushing ahead to ban social media for under 16s but isn’t looking to review it’s own use of the platforms.

Projectworks makes Inc. 5000 again as US push grows
Backed by NZD $25 million, the New Zealand-founded software firm is deepening its US push after three-year revenue growth of 340%.

‘There is no plan’: Bill Gates sends a 6000-word warning on the dangers of AI
The billionaire wrote that AI’s “mind-blowing” rate of advance is ushering in “one of the most turbulent times in human history.”

Two dead, others injured in Far North crash
Police say two people were found dead when emergency services arrived.

Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown disappointed with National's 'nonsense' reason to reject bed tax
Wayne Brown says Christopher Luxon's party is panicking ahead of the general election.

Imogen Ayris beats Eliza McCartney to qualify for Diamond League final
Ayris finishes ahead of her compatriot on the latest stop of the Diamond League series at Zurich’s central train station.

What’s driving Sweden’s startup boom, from Lovable to Legora

'It hurts' - street performers restricted from one of Auckland's most popular busking spots
Street performers say a crackdown on busking outside Auckland's busiest train station is harshing the city's vibe.

Peter Kay reveals extra gig for teen's heart treatment
The Bolton comedian is putting on a show in Blackpool to help Fin Cormack get heart treatment in the US.

'Find a job or go to the gym': Two bumbling crooks fail to smash into community barbershop
The pair made repeated attempts before fleeing.

Mark Brown's Cook Islands Party set to govern for historic fifth consecutive term
Mark Brown's governing Cook Islands Party is set to return to power for a historic fifth consecutive term after securing an absolute majority in the 2026 general election.

Nepal flash flood: Five New Zealanders missing - reports
Former Honorary Consul of Nepal to Auckland Dinesh Khadka told RNZ Nepal Police had given him the named of five New Zealanders unaccounted for.

Apple set to unveil foldable iPhone next month
As the iconic iPhone nears the 20th anniversary of its introduction, the new foldable design will mark the biggest single change to the product’s look.

Social misleadia has peaked
Social media has peaked and now it has become a cesspool of lies, rumours, misinformation and click/rage-bait. All because people are chasing a bit more coin for their pockets.

Watch: Auckland FC striker sees red in loss to Asian champions Al-Ahli
Follow live coverage of the FIFA Intercontinental Cup clash between Auckland FC and Al-Ahli at King Abdullah Sport City Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

'Something went seriously wrong': Answers on Moa Point to be released next week
The local government minister says the final report from a Crown Review Team investigating the disaster is on his desk and will be released soon.

Tonga-born All Black Saula Ma'u eager for more after dream debut
Tonga-born All Black prop Saula Ma'u made his debut in the black jersey in South Africa on Wednesday morning (NZT) and says he is eager for more top international matches.