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US tech stocks surge ahead of NZX, highlighting need to diversify
US tech stocks soar, with the S&P 500 up 14.5% versus NZX’s 3.2%, urging New Zealand investors to diversify internationally for better returns.

Protesters rally across Morocco in final push for reforms before king's expected address

The new AI arms race changing the war in Ukraine

Posts misrepresent Ladakh activist's speech about 'peaceful revolution'

500 kilograms of cannabis seized by police in Auckland
Along with the cannabis, MDMA, ketamine and a large amount of cash was found.

Nice guys really do finish last, and science just confirmed it
Turns out all those Hollywood rom-coms might have been selling us a lie.

Cohesity named leader in IDC cyber recovery vendor report 2025
Cohesity has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Cyber Recovery 2025 Vendor Assessment for the second consecutive time.

Harsh lessons and 'hurt egos' for Bellamy's Wales
Craig Bellamy and Wales learn harsh lessons in their 3-0 defeat at England, in preparation for their big World Cup qualifier against Belgium.

'Chronic Scotland prevail in Hampden head-wrecker'
Scotland somehow emerge from a bizarre World Cup qualifier with another victory on a remarkable night at Hampden, writes Tom English.

'No easy way back for Bellingham as Rogers vindicates Tuchel's strategy'
There is no easy way back for Jude Bellingham as Morgan Rogers shows he is the symbol of Thomas Tuchel's new England identity, says Phil McNulty.

Thousands more university jobs cut as financial crisis deepens
University workers will vote on national strike action this month over a 1.4% pay offer made in the summer.

Weekly quiz: What did Queen Camilla say about Jilly Cooper?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

The Papers: 'Peace within reach' and 'A moment of shared hope'
The ceasefire negotiations for the Israel-Gaza war and celebrations of peace dominate Friday's papers.

Fossil found on Dorset coast is unique 'sword dragon' species
Scientists say the newly discovered species of marine reptile probably met a grisly end.

How Trump secured a Gaza breakthrough which eluded Biden
Trump's unique style and his relationships with key players helped but there were also factors beyond his control.

One critical after vehicle hits person in Auckland suburb of Manukau
One person is in a critical condition after a vehicle hit a pedestrian in the Auckland suburb of Manukau. Police were called to the scene just before 3pm on Dawson...

Concert shooting in Peru could spell the end for Dina Boluarte's presidency

Second Minecraft movie in the works
Warner Bros have greenlit a sequel to the smash film A Minecraft Movie.

Scotland strike late to beat Greece in frantic finish
Watch the best of the action as Scotland score twice late on to beat Greece and boost their hopes of qualifying for next summer's World Cup finals.

'No energy' - Tuchel unhappy at 'silent' Wembley
England boss Thomas Tuchel sees his side score three times in 20 minutes in their 3-0 friendly win over Wales, but is left frustrated by the Wembley atmosphere.

Nineteen more removed to France under 'one in, one out' scheme
The recent removals involved larger groups of migrants than previous flights, the Home Office says.

US kicks off controversial financial rescue plan for Argentina
The Trump administration will purchase pesos in a bid to calm Argentina's economic crisis.

The new AI arms race changing the war in Ukraine
Both Ukraine and Russia use AI in battle, but removing human decision-making comes with risks.

How 20 minutes of nature can boost your health
Spending just 20 minutes in nature can lower blood pressure, heart rate and stress levels.

New York’s top prosecutor charged with fraud after Trump pressures justice department
Letitia James, who led a civil fraud case against the US president, is indicted in Alexandria, Virginia.