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‘Disappointing’: Mike Hesson in middle of no handshake controversy as political tension spills onto cricket field
The strained political relations between India and Pakistan, whose cricket team is led by former Black Caps coach Mike Hesson, spilled onto the cricket field.

Emmys key moments: From Hacks star's acceptance speech to chants for Colbert
From a rallying political cry from Hacks star Hannah Einbinder to standing ovations for Stephen Colbert, these are the Emmys 2025 key moments.

Blood cancer patients say Government is breaking promise on life-saving drugs
There are calls for the Government to settle an unpaid debt to blood cancer sufferers by fulfilling a promise by the National Government to close the medicine gap.

LaCie Rugged SSD4 review: Fantastic, weatherwized performer — and eye-catching!
At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Fast 40Gbps USB4 performer Ruggedized and weatherized to IP54 Fantastically easy to pick out of the crowd Cons Type-C port cover isn’t captive Our Verdict The Rugged SSD4 is the fastest 40Gbps USB4 drives I’ve tested to date. It’s also IP54 rated and orange. We like it. Price When Reviewed This value will show...

Blood cancer patients say govt breaking promise on life-saving drugs
Families accuse National of failing to deliver promised life-saving medicines, forcing some to fundraise or move abroad.

India hardliners give Nepal protests baseless religious twist

Philippine president backs corruption scandal protests

New Zealand one of just a handful of countries to see upcoming partial solar eclipse
If you're up for an early start next Monday you could witness a rare partial solar eclipse.

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Watch: Winning moments from the 77th Emmy Awards
Adolescence star Owen Cooper became the youngest ever male winner and The Pitt took out the top drama series award.

Klarna's CEO says he vibe codes to save his engineers and product managers time

AI's economic boost isn't showing up in GDP, and Goldman says that's a $115 billion blind spot

Xiaomi Hastens Flagship Phone Release to Take On iPhone 17

New Zealand one of just a handful of countries to see upcoming partial solar eclipse
If you're up for an early start next Monday you could witness a rare partial solar eclipse.

Manchester to host 30th Mobo Awards in 2026
The awards - which celebrate black music, culture and excellence - will be held at Co-Op Live Arena.

People are assigning themselves homework - for fun
People are coming up with their own "personal curriculums" to combat brain rot, improve their attention spans and enrich their minds.

Interim Silver Ferns coach knows some players don't want her there
Netball NZ's standing down of Dame Noeline Taurua is the biggest story in netball. Yvette McCausland-Durie is trying to pick up the pieces.

Wellington hikoi draws thousands to mark half a century of Te Wiki o te Reo Maori
Students, teachers and whanau filled Wellington's waterfront with waiata and banners in support of te reo Maori.

Jobs for friends, missing funds: Police arrest lawyer, probe May Golan’s ministry, office

Loafers Lodge accused's previous convictions read to court
He has previously been jailed for hitting someone on the head with a weapon and fracturing their skull, the High Court has heard.