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Auckland DJ duo, the Katayanagi Twins, denied entry to the United States, sent back to NZ
The Katayanagi Twins were reportedly denied entry into the United States and were put on a flight back to New Zealand.

Butter brand sale bitter news for endangered species?
A long running corporate sponsorship may be under threat, just like the yellow-eyed penguin it has supported for 36 years.

‘Vulnerable’ Canadian woman forced to bring meth to New Zealand
The woman tried to back out at the Canadian airport but was threatened with a gun.

Will which sparked Shakespeare family row found
The row was over William Shakespeare's grand Stratford-upon-Avon home in Warwickshire.

Pasifika rugby on the world stage
Pasifika rugby teams competing in two World Rugby events over the next month certainly puts the focus on island rugby.

Plan to axe pet therapy service disappoints Hawke's Bay rest home residents
Hato Hone St John's proposed axing of its pet therapy service promises to leave a trail of disappointment at one Hawke's Bay rest home.

Binding poll on Maori ward needs buy-in
Masterton residents will be asked whether to keep or remove their district’s Maori ward for the 2028 and 2031 elections.

Council changes tack on headquarters
Masterton District Council will buy the customer service centre it currently leases on Queen St and refit it at a cost of $3.5m.

ATS-friendly resume formatting and hiring in the age of AI
Your first job interview isn’t with a recruiter-it’s with software. Here’s how AI is reshaping resumes, hiring, and why the system is breaking down.

Physical maps are going nowhere, says Hamilton map store owner
The rise of virtual maps and apps that pinpoint your location on your phone means it is now almost impossible to get lost.

Police officer in court over death of teenage girl
The police officer appeared via a video link.

Computer science graduates struggle to secure their first jobs
Companies are using AI to do basic coding tasks instead of hiring junior staff.

Intel shares jump as Softbank to buy $2bn stake in chip giant
The announcement comes hours after reports that the White House is in talks over taking a 10% stake in Intel.

From promise to powerhouse: Five years of programmatic out-of-home growth in New Zealand
Programmematic digital out-of-home advertising in New Zealand has surged from 226 screens in 2020 to 3,700+, redefining the nation's marketing landscape.

Two police officers bitten by man, another nearly hit by vehicle in Lower Hutt
The officers have been left with minor injuries after the incident during an arrest in Lower Hutt.

Blackpearl revenue hits NZD $17.5m with US AI firm acquistion
Blackpearl has acquired US AI firm B2B Rocket, boosting its annual recurring revenue to NZD $17.5m as it targets the US small and medium business sector.

Sleep like a queen: A kauri bedroom suite made for Elizabeth and Prince Philip can be yours
The storied pieces from the 1953–54 coronation tour of New Zealand are being auctioned with bids starting at just $10.

Is the Fonterra deal good or bad for Kiwi shoppers and farmers?
Fonterra has made a $3.85b deal to sell its Consumer business - including Anchor and Mainland brands - to French company Lactalis.

Two officers bitten after police pursuit in Lower Hutt
Two police officers and a man are being medically assessed after an incident in Lower Hutt, in which the officers were bitten.

New Zealand warned of worsening security threats by intelligence
New Zealand faces rising threats from violent extremism and foreign interference, says Security Intelligence Service in its latest annual report.