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Controversial VAR call decides Manchester derby after Phil Foden red card
Erling Haaland's winner was allowed despite offside drama, securing a 1-0 victory over Manchester United.

Questions mount over what an AI 'slowdown' would look like
While pacing AI development might sound like a quick fix, it is far from an easy solution.

GPs remain worried about financial viability despite fee hikes, survey finds
A survey of more than 200 GP practices shows six out of ten are worried about their future financial viability, and more than half now charge for services that used to be free.

'Imitation' or 'perfect solution' - Labour's KiwiSaver policy
The newly announced policy was called the "perfect solution" by wife of Sir Michael Cullen while Nicola Willis called it a "watered-down version" of National.

Nearly half of NZ general practices still looking for GPs
New survey data suggests general practice has begun to stabilise after years of financial and workforce pressure, but doctors warn the recovery remains fragile.

Warnings deaths from flu could reach historical high
Epidemiologist Michael Baker says data so far pointed to a likely big increase in the number of fatalities.

'Forget Notting Hill - we set our new romcom in the east end of Glasgow'
Romantic comedy Premature is out in cinemas next Friday, despite a microscopic budget.

Somalis rethink trade routes as Houthis disrupt established shipping channels

Silicon Valley’s attempt to slow AI race triggers surge of suspicion

Trump downplays AI risks after dire expert warnings and calls to slow development down
The US President said "negative forces" were airing concerns about "things that won't happen".

Is this New Zealand’s negroni capital? One winemaker certainly thinks so
We ask people in the travel industry about the way they travel and their favourite parts of New Zealand.

Otago student passed out at a party. His death highlights a ‘prevalent youth drinking culture’
The 20-year-old University of Otago student had a post-mortem blood alcohol level six times the legal driving limit after drinking at a Dunedin party.

Student dies after binge drinking, choking on vomit
The 20-year-old University of Otago student drank a significant amount of alcohol at his birthday party in 2023 and was later found passed out.

NZ's largest electricity consumers seek bipartisanship on policy
The Major Electricity Users' Group said they are "still waiting" for political parties to address these issues comprehensively.

Warning deaths from flu could reach historical high
Epidemiologist Michael Baker says data so far pointed to a likely big increase in the number of fatalities.

CRL Opening: It’s the first weekday morning rush - and we’re having a race
Auckland is experiencing the first morning rush hour following the grand opening of the City Rail Link.

MSD's one failure after another on payments
From wrongly suspended benefits to thousands denied food grants, a string of failures at the Ministry of Social Development proves damaging.

Auckland's City Rail Link goes into action for first rush hour after 'incredible' opening day
The first public day on Sunday was not without disruption, but passengers were left impressed by the brand new system.

In pictures: Thousands flock to Radio 2 in the Park in Stirling
The event, featuring a host of bands, singers and Radio 2 DJs is taking place at the foot of Stirling Castle.

Anthropic, OpenAI CEOs call for pacing AI development after researcher says technology could 'kill all humans'

'Nepo baby is a horrific term,' says Zeta-Jones
The Chicago star's children Dylan and Carys have both gone into showbiz, following in her footsteps.

He paid $4m in kickbacks. Now a corrupt businessman’s won a battle to return home
Sean Bryan released after his part in what SFO said was he largest-ever private sector corruption case involving a publicly-listed company.

She’d never owned a home before buying this cute 1870s cottage. There was just one catch
It also managed to survive the building of central city bypass.