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Chief Scientist Ilya Sutskever leaves OpenAI six months after Altman ouster
CEO Altman: "OpenAI would not be what it is without him."

Christchuch man found guilty of murdering his 3-month-old baby
Michael Topp will be sentenced for murder and serious assault in July.

Wairarapa Times-Age newspaper purchased by Stuff
The newspaper's local, rural and real estate was a natural fit for Stuff's regional network, its managing director says.

Netsafe investigating Facebook page pretending to be New Zealand First MP Tanya Unkovich
The page impersonating Tanya Unkovich sent a message to someone in relation to her bathroom bill.

How the Warriors will adapt in the absence of Shaun Johnson
Andrew Webster has named a new-look halves combo to face the Panthers, but could yet opt for a late switcheroo.

Live: PM promises ‘no bells, no whistles’ in Budget
With two weeks to go before the Government publishes its first Budget, Christopher Luxon has outlined challenges to the economy and his hopes for the future.

Great Barrier Island soldier to parade Maori Battalion banner at Cassino
Huge honour for young soldier as NZDF prepares to join Battles of Cassino commemorations in Italy.

Driving to Auckland to fly back past Hamilton
The amount of people having to drive to Auckland to fly back past Hamilton is “just crazy”, a resident says.

Bougainville and Port Moresby look to resolve differences
Key decisions were reached last week at a pivotal meeting of the Joint Supervisory Body, which oversees Papua New Guinea's role in the management of the autonomous Bougainville region.

Stage set for Rockquest talent
Budding performers are preparing for the national competition’s Timaru heats.

Man recalls moments he desperately tried to save stabbing victim’s life
It wasn’t until later that the man realised he had been to school with the victim who died, Joshuah Tasi.

Eastern Northern Barbarians fall at Waverley Park
The Eastern Northern Barbarians couldn’t contain an impressive Star outfit, falling to a heavy defeat.

Inside the Co-op Live arena - was it worth the wait?
The venue finally opens, with a gig by Elbow, after a series of embarrassing delays and problems.

FLiRT, FLip, and other new Covid-19 subvariants: What you need to know
The dominant Covid subvariant has mutated, giving rise to several new lineages, known as "FLiRT".

Doctors warn: Human health risks from proposed $730m Kaipara waste to energy plant
A group of doctors opposed to the facilities is warning of major potential human health risks if one goes ahead in Northland.

Rugby Park’s future in doubt
The future of the Southland Stags home ground is uncertain following a recent Invercargill City Council meeting to discuss its Long Term Plan.

Two men charged with importing methamphetamine at Auckland Airport
The two men have been charged after an investigation between August and September 2023.

Live: Severe thunderstorm watch, risk of ‘small tornados’
MetService has issued a severe thunderstorm watch to advise of a risk of small tornados from 1am to 6am on Thursday.

Killer dog yet to be found
A dog which allegedly killed a woman’s one-year-old special needs dog as she walked it in a Timaru park last week is yet to be located.

Patch Tuesday has revealed 61 vulnerabilities
Microsoft's May 2024 Patch Tuesday addresses 61 vulnerabilities, including three zero-days. Two critical RCE flaws and browser patches are also highlighted.

Live: 1500 lightning strikes, severe thunderstorm watch in place for Bay of Plenty
The Bay of Plenty region has seen the heaviest rain and the most active thunderstorms, MetService says, with further downpours likely.

Illumingati heads to Wellington for NZ International Comedy Festival
Kajun Brooking is bringing the laughs at this year’s New Zealand Comedy Festival with his solo show Illumingati.