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Die by wire?
The recent grounding of the world's fleet of A320 Airbus commercial airliners shows the vulnerabilities of modern "fly by wire" control systems.

Fiji third and fourth as New Zealand claim Dubai sevens titles
The Fiji sevens teams both made the semifinals at the Dubai Sevens, but fell at that hurdle.

What to consider if your kid wants technology for Christmas
Phones, tablets, computers and gaming consoles - parents need to start thinking now if they are planning to get their kid tech for Chrissy.

The House: Urgency ends early after voting gaffe
A late night voting error during a fourth evening of urgency last week forced the government to end urgency sooner than expected.

Israel's Netanyahu seeks pardon in years-long corruption trial
Benjamin Netanyahu has argued that criminal proceedings are hindering his ability to govern and a pardon would be good for Israel.

Cameras used by police after killings - but who covers the cost?
Police are increasingly accessing camera systems to identify plates from street or carpark footage, but say there are no plans to cover costs of these cameras for councils or businesses.

Hospital doctor owed $1.27m in annual leave
A public hospital doctor is owed $1.27 million in annual leave while many more are owed hundred of thousands of dollars for leave they have been unable to take.

Treatment works issue leaves 24,000 without water
The problem is not expected to be resolved until Monday morning, South East Water says.

Hondurans vote in election shadowed by Trump aid threats
The US president is threatening to cut aid to Honduras if his favoured right-wing presidential candidate does not win.

Jimmy Barnes to celebrate 40 years solo with two NZ shows
The legendary Aussie rocker is here next year with his band to mark 40 years since his first solo outing after Cold Chisel.

Tongan rugby league star Eli Katoa aims for return as he recovers from brain surgery
Tongan rugby league star Eli Katoa says his recovery from brain surgery is going well and he hopes to return to the sport.

'We're basically stuffed': Oyster farmers shut down by another overflow
Growers have been told to suspend harvesting while it carried out testing, with results expected this week.

Housing market confidence rises: 'It's very much a buyer's market'
Low borrowing costs and high housing supply are creating conditions the housing market has not seen in more than a decade, says ASB.

Calls for accountability over lethal Hong Kong fire silenced
Not long before he was reportedly detained, Miles Kwan approached commuters outside a Hong Kong train station, urging them to demand accountability for the deadly inferno that tore through nearby apartment blocks.

Why are we all paid close to minimum wage?
The median wage has drawn significantly closer to the minimum, and commentators say it will take a big productivity boost to boost incomes.

Lawson in points at Qatar Grand Prix as Verstappen win keeps title race alive
The 2025 Formula 1 world drivers’ championship will be decided in the final grand prix of the season in Abu Dhabi.

Iconic Dilworth Terrace home belonging to Grand Designs stars for sale
It’s hard to imagine now, but this Parnell landmark was almost demolished twice.

First days of summer set to be disrupted by midweek low
A large, slow moving, low should reach NZ by Wednesday.

Ethereum Developers Prep for Fusaka, Second Upgrade of 2025

Rohit breaks ODI sixes record as India beat South Africa
Rohit Sharma breaks Shahid's Afridi's 15-year record for the most sixes in one-day internationals as India beat South Africa in the opening game of their three-match series.

Video: Climate protesters in kayaks disrupt operations at Australian port
Dozens have been arrested during climate protests at one of the world's biggest coal export ports.