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Fonterra CEO says Lactalis deal will allow it to grow
The head of Fonterra says it has been difficult for its brands to compete in global markets.

Datacom wins innovation award for AI-driven analysis platform
Datacom's AI-powered Business Analysis Accelerator wins IIBA Innovation of the Year Award, cutting documentation time by over half for major ANZ clients.

Revolut partners with Ardie Savea for NZ campaign on global finance
Revolut has launched an eight-week NZ campaign with All Blacks star Ardie Savea, highlighting its app’s global finance features and ease of use.

Rugby boss Mark Robinson slams former All Blacks coach Ian Foster’s ‘revisionist views on history’
NZ Rugby's outgoing chief has hit back at claims made in the former All Black coach's autobiography.

Trump asks Pentagon to immediately resume testing US nuclear weapons
The United States last tested a nuclear weapon in 1992.

Caribbean islands reel from Hurricane Melissa’s devastating impact
Torrential downpours and forceful winds have already unleashed widespread destruction along the storm's path in Jamaica, Cuba and the Bahamas.

Father of worker killed in conveyor belt says son worried about time pressures
Wesley Tomich died on machinery at a Ballance Agri-Nutrients' fertiliser plant, after the company failed to put proper guarding in place.

Asbestos scare sees school shut after massive blaze in abandoned bar
Multiple crew were able to control the fire at an abandoned Palmerston North pub the old Fitz Bar by around 9pm on Thursday.

'This isn't safe': Homeowners stuck in dispute with council
Nearly three years after storms caused devastating flooding in Auckland, 16 homeowners remain in dispute with the council about buying out their properties.

Someone please get me this Star Trek hacker con badge, I’m begging you
Star Trek fans and hackers have a lot of overlap, to the surprise of no one. In fact, Star Trek has been inspiring everyone from tech tinkerers to real-life astronauts since it debuted in the 1960s. Here’s an excellent example: One Hackaday Superconference attendee 3D-printed a badge cover that makes...

Prince no more: Andrew to be stripped of royal titles, forced out of home
King Charles has moved to take away Andrew's titles, and to remove him from his residence.

Canva integrates AI-infused ‘Creative Operating System’ across its lineup
Canva debuted an updated visual suite on Thursday, with integrated AI across the platform as well as a new video editor. Canva’s calling this its “Creative Operating System,” though it’s nothing of the sort — just a creative suite tied together with AI. Canva said that its new design model can...

What we know about Donald Trump's order to restart nuclear tests
It is unclear whether United States President Donald Trump was referring to testing weapons systems -- which the country already does -- or actually conducting nuclear explosions.

Does 'brain food' really work? Can you cram?
Expert weigh in on what really helps as study leave kicks.

All Blacks stick with Tupaea and Lakai for Ireland test in Chicago
All Blacks coach Scott Robertson's search for the ideal blend of explosiveness and skill has rocketed Peter Lakai and Quinn Tupaea into the test team.

NZ Rugby boss slams former All Blacks coach Ian Foster’s ‘revisionist views on history’
Outgoing NZ Rugby chief executive Mark Robinson has revealed ongoing frustration at the Ian Foster coaching saga.

One dead after Auckland crash
One person has died following a serious crash on Great South Road, Epsom on Thursday night.

Canva unveils world-first AI model as it gears for blockbuster listing
The Sydney-based tech firm has made its biggest product launch yet as it eyes a sharemarket float within the next two years.

Samsung is bringing its cult favorite mobile browser to Windows PCs
Samsung is bringing its mobile browser to the Windows PC, most likely as a way of making its ecosystem stickier for customers who are considering another brand. Beginning today, United States customers can sign up for a beta of the free Samsung Internet for PC browser, which will run on both...