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AI challenges the dominance of Google search
The popularity of ChatGPT has raised questions about the future of traditional Google searches.

RNZ-Reid Research poll: More voters blame struggling economy on coalition than previous govt
Voters are also more pessimistic about the direction of the country.

Townsend backs NRL finals shake-up
Former NRL player Chad Townsend is a fan of the shake-up to preliminary finals, with no Saturday game in 2025.

Wiise & SignUp Software launch AP automation for SMEs in ANZ
Wiise and SignUp Software have teamed up to offer accounts payable automation for SMEs in Australia and New Zealand via an integrated Microsoft Dynamics 365 solution.

Real estate industry 'optimistic', new institute boss says
The effect of official cash rate cuts on the housing market could still take some time to flow through, the Real Estate Institute says.

Property prices edge up across most regions despite slower sales in August
Thirteen of the sixteen regions reported an increase in median prices compared to August 2024.

New powers to stop ‘predatory pricing’ and ‘killer acquisitions’ - but will it cut cost of living?
But will these changes cut the cost of living in New Zealand?

Your iPhone is getting a big update. Here’s what to do with iOS 26 first
After a lot of fine-tuning, Apple released its iOS 26 update on Monday, offering - among other things - a drastic visual overhaul, tools for dodging scammers, and with luck, maybe even better battery life.

Commerce Commission overhaul aims to stop 'creeping acquisitions'
The Commerce Commission would be restructured and the Commerce Act changed to set out clear rules for mergers.

Western Digital (WDC) Stock Is Up, What You Need To Know

The 9 most sought-after startups from YC Demo Day

Usain Bolt admits he gets out of breath walking up stairs these days
The legendary Jamaican sprinter reveals he is into Lego now and feels his generation was more talented than today’s.

Grammy-winning rockers to return to NZ for one-off show
Rock juggernauts Tool are set to make their return to New Zealand, playing a one off Auckland show at Spark Arena on November 22.

New Kawerau wood pellet plant to cut coal use, offset emission
Kawerau Mayor Faylene Tunui hopes the plant will boost the local economy.

New Zealand's first female to co-skipper a yacht through Northwest Passage
The trip planning began way back in 2019, co-skipper Veronica Lysaght says.

Why something doesn't add up with Dees coaching search
The Footy Classified panel unpacks the Nathan Buckley element of the Melbourne coaching search.

I amazed AI by demonstrating time travel
Google Gemini is amazed, after I demonstrated my ability to travel back in time.

Severe weather warnings issued as rain and gales set to hammer New Zealand
Widespread downpours and damaging winds are expected late Tuesday through Thursday.

Aussie tennis great claims video of incident with official was ‘manipulated’
The Australian tennis legend alleges that “manipulated” video evidence was used to depict an incident where he shoved a doping official.

Biting France player banned from Rugby World Cup, but lodges appeal
France loose forward Axelle Berthoumieu is appealing her 12-match ban for biting at the Rugby World Cup.

Bougainville election results starting to trickle in after counting delays
Vote counting was delayed twice last week - first on Tuesday due to major flooding, and again on Thursday evening due to the late arrival of ballot boxes from five provinces.

In factories, AI-powered robotics and algorithms are speeding up manufacturing for shampoo, dog food, and more

Walmart is emerging as an AI powerhouse with one big advantage

The select group of young Emmy winners
Owen Cooper, 15, has joined the ranks of other young performers who have also made history.

Missing Whangarei teen found
Police say a Whangarei teen who had been missing for five days has now been found and is safe.