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New Zealand and the low Earth orbit economy
New Zealand's first microgravity science experiment went to the International Space Station in 2024. Could it pave the way for more commercial opportunities in space?

The impact of AI on NZ’s IT employment landscape
AI adoption in New Zealand’s IT sector is high, reshaping jobs by boosting demand for engineers while reducing roles in support and project management.

Take $200 off this 360Hz OLED gaming monitor, today only
If you’re fast and lucky, you can find an OLED gaming monitor for around the $500 mark. But it’s going to be entry level (for whatever that means in an otherwise premium segment), generally going with 27-inch QHD panels maxing out at a 240Hz speed, or lower. Today Newegg is...

Does running ruin your knees? And how old is too old to start?
You've probably heard that running is tough on your knees - and even that it can cause long-term damage. But is this true?

French trial over allegations of children forced into prostitution

Paraguay believes fugitive ex-Mexican state security chief wanted to start a criminal cell

Police forcibly remove Gambian auditor general in reshuffle row

Private zoo run by billionaire Ambani family cleared of 'foul play'

Trump says companies shouldn't have to report earnings every quarter

Corteva shares fall as potential split report stirs worries over operational disruptions

USDA considering economic aid for farmers this fall, says secretary

US, China have framework for TikTok deal

The plan to prevent another flooding of Auckland Airport
The region was tested after a month’s worth of rain fell in just a few hours and caused significant flooding, including in the international terminal at the airport.

Businesses worried about government policy reversals after elections - survey
A sentiment survey also reveals most businesses are planning to invest more this year, pointing to a gradual improvement in the economy.

Our Changing World: New Zealand science in space
New Zealand's first microgravity science experiment went to the International Space Station in 2024. Could it pave the way for more commercial opportunities in space?

Stats behind England's 31-match record winning run
England surpass their own best winning streak across men's and women's international rugby union by recording a 31st successive victory.

Government will end up paying if we don't fix 'leaky tap' of KiwiSaver, expert says
It is your money, but here is why you shouldn't touch it.

Watch: Spine-tingling finish from Kiwi middle distance star in history-making gold at world champs
Kiwi runner Geordie Beamish ‘finished like a steam train’ to win the men’s 3000m steeplechase at the world athletics championships.

1000 FPS! AMD boasts Ryzen X3D CPUs can hit blistering milestone
Having achieved supremacy in most reviews of high-end gaming CPUs, AMD is now flexing a bit. The company recently pointed out that several of its Ryzen X3D CPUs can reach 1,000 fps in esports titles when paired with the right GPU. Unfortunately, that GPU isn’t always made by AMD. Nevertheless, AMD...

Watercare says new wastewater plant will cut sewage overflows, oyster farmers unconvinced
But one oyster farmer affected by rolling overflows says they're not out of the woods yet, with a full fix still some time away.

Crypto Lender Maple Expands to Tether-Backed Plasma

Politics sink landfill-saving Right to Repair Bill
It's still not clear exactly why the Greens' Right to Repair Bill faltered at select committee stage, after extensive cross-party collaboration on the details.

'The missing piece': Rangatahi finds healing in reclaiming te reo Maori
Rhoen Hemara is part of a generation reclaiming a taonga that was stripped from his grandparents.

More households maxing out accommodation supplement
Data provided to RNZ under the Official Information Act shows a higher number and proportion of people receiving the accommodation supplement are now receiving the maximum possible.

Who will win Champions League? BBC Sport experts make predictions
BBC Sport experts predict their Champions League winners, which English team will get the furthest, a surprise package and which player excites them the most.