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MP Benjamin Doyle farewells Parliament, calls it a 'hostile and toxic' place
Outgoing Green MP Benjamin Doyle delivered their valedictory speech to a Debating Chamber today.

Trevor Long reviews Apple's latest iPhones
Tech expert Trevor Long gives his verdict on Apple's new iPhones.

Police seek help to find Simran
Simran was last seen in Whakatane, but the police had located her vehicle in Pongakawa and believe she still may be in that area.

Chelsea can compete in Champions League - Palmer
Cole Palmer says Chelsea do not see this season's Champions League campaign as a "learning curve" - because they want to be competitive in it straight away.

Four men bailed over Windsor protest
The men were arrested after images of Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein were projected onto Windsor Castle.

Lockerbie bombing accused says he was forced into false confession
Lawyers have asked a federal court in Washington to rule the alleged confession inadmissible before his trial next year.

'Ultimate in cancel culture': Fans outside Jimmy Kimmel studio react to show's axing
The BBC spoke to fans who expressed surprise and disappointment after the late night show was taken off air "indefinitely" over Charlie Kirk comments.

Katty Kay: Why America is at a dangerous crossroads following the Charlie Kirk shooting
This moment has parallels with other periods of discord in US history, but it is more complicated than simply repeating them.

Roosters would be crazy – and wrong – to sack Victor Radley
It would be a total overreaction if the Roosters cut the forward.

As rivals plot a multimillion-dollar raid, a breakout Lion speaks out
On the back of his most emphatic AFL season, a resurgent Brisbane star addresses his future.

Arrest warrant reportedly issued for ex-Sydney FC player Douglas Costa
The former Juventus player was released by Sydney FC on Wednesday night as a Brazilian court reportedly called for him to face a 30-day stint in jail.

Cooler temperatures and more showers on the way
It's forecast to be unseasonably chilly on Friday for many in the North Island.

Face-off: What Kmart’s illegal surveillance means for shoppers
If you’re one of the 8 million or so Australians who shop at Kmart every year, chances are you were being watched.

Vivaldi browser adds ‘The Tab Button’ to cut down on tab clutter
Vivaldi’s browser version 7.6 includes what the company is calling The Tab Button, a way to search, organize, and manage your active tabs similar to your search history. Let’s face it: Over time, chances are you just keep adding tabs to your browser window. They grow, expand, and even duplicate. I...

Blue Badge fraud: 'More fakes than ever before'
The Blue Badge scheme which lets disabled people park for free is rife with abuse, campaigners say.

Mahmood vows to fight 'last-minute claims' against migrant deportations
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood said attempts to block removals "are intolerable" and threaten the government's plans.

Macrons to offer 'scientific evidence' to US court to prove Brigitte is a woman, lawyer says
They have filed a lawsuit against US right-wing influencer Candace Owens who claims the French first lady was born male.

South Waikato mayor says government doesn't 'give a toss' about the regions as another plant closure announced
Gary Petley reckons small towns are on the brink of being mothballed, and the government doesn't "give a toss".

Premiership Demon Steven May asked to explore trade options as Windhager stays a Saint
Melbourne have asked veteran premiership defender Steven May to explore his trade options, only days after Steven King was introduced as coach.