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Martin Clunes to take on role of Huw Edwards in new drama
Doc Martin star Martin Clunes will portray former BBC presenter Huw Edwards in a two-part factual series.

UN rights chief says Israeli policy in West Bank 'resembles apartheid system'

AMD hints you could buy a mobile Ryzen and drop it into a desktop PC
AMD’s push into socketed desktop PCs that use the Ryzen AI 400 may yield an extraordinary bonus: the ability to buy a mobile Ryzen processor at a retailer like Newegg, install it, then upgrade that mobile processor into a desktop PC that uses it. At CES 2026, AMD announced the Ryzen...

Press start on nostalgia: ‘Old’ gamer’s memories of a lost era, as EB Games propose mass NZ closures
Rodrigo Mattos remembers the days well, buying physical copies of video games at EB games wasn’t just a transaction, it was an experience in itself.

iGarden debuts wire-free robot lawn mowers with all-terrain nav at CES
Smart garden tech brand iGarden introduced two new robotic lawn mowers at CES this week, expanding its lineup with 2WD and AWD models aimed at homeowners seeking low-maintenance lawn care. Part of iGarden’s growing AI-powered ecosystem, the L Series and L AWD Series mowers feature an 8-hour runtime, smart LiDAR (Light...

All the major cases involving Trump at the US Supreme Court
The cases involve challenges to everything from tariffs to transgender rights and birthright citizenship.

One dead after two-vehicle crash near Orewa
Emergency services were alerted to the incident at around 12.50pm.

Simon Yates announces shock retirement from cycling
Two-time Grand Tour winner Simon Yates announces his retirement from cycling with immediate effect.

School coach crashes in icy conditions as 18 injured
Two people are taken to hospital following a crash between a school coach and a bus that injured 18.

Berlin power outage highlights German vulnerability to sabotage
The power cut was caused by a suspected arson attack and came as temperatures dipped below freezing.

How could Donald Trump 'take' Greenland?
The White House says it is considering a range of options to take the island, including deploying the military.

Israeli wounded confronting terrorists in Bondi Beach to continue treatment in Israel

Ultra-Orthodox fury over military enlistment turns deadly in Israel

Lithuanian president backs German brigade from 2027 onwards

‘RichTok’ Influencer Becca Bloom Shows Off Custom Invitations and ‘Most Valued Possession’ from Her Viral 2025 Wedding

Watch: Tennis player barely able to play tennis in professional tournament
A professional tennis match descended into farce when one of the players appeared unable to play even recreational tennis.

England football icon diagnosed with cancer
Kevin Keegan has been diagnosed with cancer, it has been revealed.

Queensland fruit fly found in Auckland, exporters on alert
Horticulture NZ urges public to follow restrictions to protect exports.

iGarden brings four new M1-series robotic pool cleaners to CES
Household robot manufacturer iGarden unveiled its new M1 series of robotic pool cleaners at CES today, complementing its existing K series line of underwater scrubbers. And much like the K series, these four new models are distinguished almost exclusively by their battery size and resulting operating time. The M1 series showcases...

Finance Now, Visa & Pismo to launch NZ fleet cards
Finance Now will launch New Zealand’s first open loop Visa-powered fleet card in 2026, backed by Brazilian payments platform Pismo.

Manage My Health hackers post cryptic message
The hackers behind the Manage My Health (MMH) cyber hack have published a cryptic message only one day after deleting all their messages regarding the breach of the New Zealand health portal.

Teen charged with endangering others during Channel crossing
Aman Naseri, 18, denies endangering 46 people during a boat crossing to the UK on 5 January.

How the new road safety measures could affect you
The government is proposing lowering alcohol limits for drivers and regular eye tests for older motorists.