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New battery recycling units launched in Lower Hutt trial
New high-tech battery recycling units are now available at three Lower Hutt locations, as part of a council-led trial.

F1 star Lewis Hamilton pulls out of tyre test to be with sick dog
Roscoe, a 12-year-old bulldog with 1.3 million followers on Instagram, is in a coma following a pneumonia infection.

Police seek help finding teenager missing in Christchurch
The car he was driving was located in the Sumner area.

3 AI execs say Trump's $100K H-1B visa fee could hinder startups and innovation

What to Know About Canada Post Workers' Nationwide Strike

'We are no longer at peace,' Germany's Merz asserts

Nigerian court orders separatist leader Nnamdi Kanu to face terrorism charges

English footballer dies after colliding with concrete wall during league game
Ex-Arsenal youth player Billy Vigar sustained the injury while playing for non-league Chichester City last weekend and spent the next five days in an induced coma.

Turtles - the pet turned pest
Turtles have a relaxed reputation, but in reality they're quick-moving and aggressive, and are wreaking havoc on our native wildlife

Christchurch cardiac care boosted by opening of third new laboratory
The latest addition supplements previous upgrades in 2021 and earlier this year.

United Nations torture watchdog visiting New Zealand prisons
Recent reports from the chief ombudsman and Office of the Inspectorate expressed concerns that human rights were being breached.

Country Life: A cuppa and a yarn over life on the land with the Buckinghams
Farmer Ian Buckingham was born at Lansdown Farm at Hook near Waimate 85 years ago, and he's never left.

FA launches safety review of perimeter walls after Vigar death
The Football Association says it will carry out an immediate review of perimeter walls at football grounds in the National League system after the death of former Arsenal youth player Billy Vigar.

NZ charity dodges drone swarms to deliver life-saving equipment in Ukraine
He says swarms of drones have changed the war beyond recognition.

High winds may impact Auckland Harbour Bridge as fans head to All Blacks test
Drivers are being advised to pay attention to the electronic message boards on the motorway for speed reductions and lane closure information.

US oil and gas rig count rises to highest since June, Baker Hughes says

As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help

Manu Samoa focused on winning behind 'enemy lines'
Team manager Su'a Hesed Ieremia said from Vina del Mar on Friday morning that getting a win behind the "enemy lines" will be sweet, adding Chile will not be an easy team to beat at home.

Kremlin criticizes NATO threats of force over airspace violations

Iran carried out 1,000 executions this year, says Amnesty

NZ poised to outline position on Palestinian statehood
While similar countries like Australia, Canada and the UK have already recognised Palestine, the coalition has opted to wait until Saturday.

Country Life: Storm Baynes-Ryan takes physio to farmers
Physio and farmer Storm Baynes-Ryan gives in-paddock advice to help Te Tai Rawhiti farmers recover from injuries, stay strong and keep fit.

Fire crews overcome blaze in Albany, Auckland
Seven fire trucks, including a ladder truck, battled the blaze late on Friday night.

'Love letter to Mum' shares dementia journey
A Samoan caregiver is using social media to highlight the realities of caring for someone with dementia.

Hamilton hopes party will get people interested in voting
A free family-friendly neighbourhood party is happening in downtown Hamilton on Saturday aiming to get people voting in the local election.

McIlroy & Fleetwood win point for Europe
Watch the moment Tommy Fleetwood putts to seal a win for Europe against the United States' Collin Morikawa and Harris English, continuing his strong Ryder Cup partnership with Rory McIlroy.