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Barracuda warns of surge in advanced OAuth phishing
Barracuda warns of a surge in advanced OAuth phishing attacks exploiting Microsoft 365 and other platforms to steal access tokens and bypass multifactor authentication.

Wanaka woman charged with fake cancer scam also faces sexual assault charge
A Wanaka woman accused of being part of a million-dollar fraud through false cancer claims is now also facing a charge of sexual assault.

Eden Park concerts can become bigger money spinners for Auckland, report says
The stadium could almost triple its annual economic boost to the city if it hosted the 12 concerts it's allowed, new research finds.

Jimmy Kimmel's return draws record ratings despite limited showing
The first episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live! since it was suspended last week drew a record 6.26 million viewers, Disney says.

Global volatility exposes intercompany risks in Asia Pacific
Global volatility is revealing key risks in Asia Pacific firms' finance operations, with fragmented intercompany processes causing cash and compliance issues.

Dell unveils private cloud & storage updates to boost security
Dell Technologies launches new private cloud and storage solutions, enhancing security, efficiency, and AI-driven management for modern businesses.

ManageEngine updates ServiceDesk Plus with flexible AI options
ManageEngine updates ServiceDesk Plus with flexible AI, letting users choose AI providers like ChatGPT or use its own Zia model without extra costs.

Dairy farm owner loses appeal over $215k in penalties for worker exploitation
A Southland dairy farm and its owner have lost an Employment Court appeal against $215,000 in penalties imposed by the Employment Relations Authority (ERA) for exploiting vulnerable workers, MBIE says.

Did you notice how early it got light this morning? Here’s why
The days are getting longer because we have passed the spring equinox and are knocking on the door of daylight saving.

Auckland Council wants more control over Auckland Domain facilities
Extending and granting leases for parts of the central city park like the Wintergarden Café require central government approval.

Electoral Amendment Bill: Submitters want fewer restrictions, more sausages
The government's Electoral Amendment Bill has faced a deluge of criticism as submissions were heard at Parliament on Thursday.

Weather: Parents promised some fine weather before school holidays end
There is a "glimmer of hope" just over the horizon - literally - for parents hoping to get their kids outside these school holidays.

A formulaic Aussie film saved by a charming ensemble
If you like kangaroos, big city weathermen being accepted in a town with virtually no weather, cute kids and lovable adults, then this likable Aussie outing will hit the mark.

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky welcome birth of their first daughter
The celebrity pair announced the birth of Rocki Irish Mayers on Instagram in a post that included a miniature pair of boxing gloves.

Cloudflare unveils NET Dollar stablecoin to power AI agent web
Cloudflare launches NET Dollar, a US dollar-backed stablecoin, to enable fast, secure payments for AI-driven services on the emerging agentic web.

Local body election candidate dies ahead of speaking event
Danny Topia, who was running for a seat on the Coromandel-Colville Community Board, died on Wednesday.

Airline returning to Auckland, and this time it's going year-round
Sichuan Airlines will fly twice a week from Chengdu using its fleet of A350s.

‘Absolutely devastated’: Auckland customers out of pocket after company collapse
Kitchen Things customers have been left thousands of dollars out of pocket and “devastated” after it went into receivership.

Gaza, Charlie Kirk, Tom Phillips - in a world of despair, what is the antidote?
“Many clients seem weighed down by something different: a sense that the whole world is having one long, bad day,” counsellor Tommy Livingston says.