Christchurch fatal house fire – scene examination completed
A scene examination has been completed at the scene of Thursday’s fatal house fire in Mairehau, Christchurch. "The fire sadly took the life of a...
Glyphosate court challenge dropped but questions remain, campaigners say
Advocacy group No More Glyphosate NZ says major scientific and regulatory questions remain unresolved despite the withdrawal of a Court of Appeal challenge against...
Critics warn of ‘Digital ID creep’ in Luxon’s social media age restriction push
The Government’s proposed age restriction laws could evolve into a sweeping digital identification system covering much more than online safety, warn critics. In a post...
Weinstein rape retrial ends in deadlock as jury fails to reach verdict
A jury in the latest rape retrial of Harvey Weinstein has failed to reach a unanimous decision, forcing a mistrial over allegations involving aspiring...
Remigration New Zealand says police raids targeted activists
Immigration activist group Remigration New Zealand says its members were targeted in a nationwide police operation involving armed officers, arrests and the seizure of...
Trump and Xi end Beijing summit
US President Donald Trump has wrapped up a highly choreographed summit in Beijing with Chinese President Xi Jinping, describing the talks as “very successful”...
New pay deal for nurses and midwives ratified
Frontline health workers employed by Health New Zealand will receive pay rises and additional allowances after members of the New Zealand Nurses Organisation voted...
Plant breeders to gain stronger protections under PVR overhaul
New Zealand’s plant breeders and growers are set to receive stronger legal protections under planned changes to plant variety rights (PVR) laws aimed at...
CIA chief delivers message from Trump to Cuba
John Ratcliffe reportedly said the US president expects “fundamental changes” from Havana. CIA Director John Ratcliffe has paid a rare visit to Havana to deliver...
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Israel and Lebanon extend truce amid airstrikes, Hezbollah attacks
The fragile ceasefire reached on April 16 has been extended for another 45 days. The US-mediated truce between Israel and...
Ukrainian draft officers filmed forcibly detaining recruits (Video)
Compulsory military service continues to fuel frustration and anger across the country. New videos circulating online show Ukrainian military recruiters...
Yale medical school discriminates against Whites, Asians – DOJ
A year-long inquiry by the federal authorities has uncovered “illegal” admissions practices that favour Black and Hispanic applicants. The US...
India and UAE ink energy and defense pacts
Indian PM Narendra Modi has also secured a $5 billion investment pledge from the Emirates. India and the United Arab...
Texas Children’s Hospital to open detransition clinic in $10m settlement
New Zealand parents and advocates call for urgent policy review as global evidence mounts. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has...
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Auckland FC storm into A-League grand final
Auckland FC have booked a place in the Isuzu UTE A-League Grand Final after...
