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What's the big deal about AI data centres?
Huge investment is going into data centres for AI, but why are they so expensive?

Heathcote Valley death: Police release pictures in bid to identify man found dead in Heathcote Valley
The man's body was found in Christchurch's Heathcote Valley.

Prison staffer allegedly caught with contraband drugs
Corrections says it demands “the utmost professionalism” – but one of its own has been stood down after drugs were discovered in her car at a prison checkpoint.

The rapture: What is it and why do people on TikTok think today is the day?
The Rapture: its probably something you’ve heard quite a bit of growing up, the idea that the world will end and Christians will ascend to heaven.

Murder or insanity? Jury retire to deliberate verdicts in suitcase trial
Hakyung Lee killed her two children. It is now up to a jury to decide whether she is guilty of murder or not guilty by reason of insanity.

Auckland Libraries unveils Lupe I Vao Ese
Feature - Curated over two years, the exhibition highlights the shared origins and enduring cultural ties of Pacific people.

Trump says US government to tell doctors paracetamol linked to autism
Trump said the US Food and Drug Administration will be notifying doctors about the use of the painkiller Tylenol, a US brand name for paracetamol.

People's Coffee founder sells up after 'brutal' 18 months
The founder of iconic Wellington coffee brand People's Coffee says a "brutal" 18 months in the hospitality industry informed his decision to sell the business entirely.

How best in the world Dembele finally lived up to his potential
Ousmane Dembele won the Ballon d'or as the world's best player. Guillem Balague looks at his rise to the very top.

Why Spain's Bonmati won record third women's Ballon d'Or
Spain and Barcelona midfielder Aitana Bonmati makes history by becoming the first player to win the women's Ballon d'Or three times.

KiwiNet appoints new Board leaders to drive NZ research impact
KiwiNet appoints Katherine Sandford as Chair and new Board members to boost commercialisation of New Zealand research amid sector reforms.

Naseby locals secure Dark Sky designation for town
DarkSky International said a tremendous amount of work went into achieving the certification.

Northern North Island in line for more heavy rain
Northern parts of the North Island were in for heavy rain starting Tuesday afternoon, with a number of weather watches in place.

Jimmy Kimmel show to return after suspension over Charlie Kirk comments
The late-night comic's show will return to air after Disney said it had "thoughtful coversations" with him.

Trump links autism to paracetamol use during pregnancy, despite decades of evidence it’s safe
The US president said the officials will tell doctors use during pregnancy "can be associated with a very increased risk".

Ngati Tuwharetoa chief Sir Tumu Te Heuheu dies
Born at Little Waihi on the shores of Lake Taupo, he leaves behind a legacy of service to his iwi.

‘Pinnacle of kapa haka excellence’: Te Matatini 2027 dates announced
The premier celebration of Maori performing arts will be staged in Ngaruawahia in February 2027.

Paramount chief, Te Ariki Sir Tumu Te Heuheu, dies
Te Heuheu was one of the longest serving and most respected leaders of te ao Maori. He died, aged 84.

Hampton's rise to world's leading keeper
Hannah Hampton on overcoming a serious eye condition to Euro 2025 glory with England and being named the best goalkeeper in the world.

England's Wiegman & Hampton collect Ballon d'Or awards
England manager Sarina Wiegman is named women's coach of the year at the 2025 Ballon d'Or awards, while Hannah Hampton collects the Yashin Trophy for best goalkeeper.