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Samsung sets out vision for more human-centred AI design
Samsung has outlined a human-centred AI design vision at CES 2026, promising warmer, more expressive devices that reflect users’ emotions.

Movement of produce restricted in Auckland suburb after fruit fly found
A biosecurity response is underway in Auckland after a single male Queensland fruit fly was found on Wednesday morning.

Flurry of wickets made for a nervous finish before Australia claimed fifth Ashes test
Usman Khawaja has been sent into retirement with a victory as the Australian batter left the test arena with a kiss for the SCG turf.

If you're always loosening your waistband after meals, read this
Heard of the FODMAP diet? It could help connect the dots between food and digestive comfort.

One-year-old girl ‘fighting for life’ after near-drowning in Wairarapa
Laylah-Mae Thompson was involved in the incident that took place at her Wairarapa home.

January temperature records could fall as hot spell forecast
MetService said the heat would really ramp up over the weekend, with forecasts indicating 35C to 37C

‘Enormous legacy’: Sir Tim Shadbolt dead at 78
Former Invercargill and Waitemata mayor Sir Tim Shadbolt has died at the age of 78.

Video of dangerous jump from Auckland Harbour Bridge prompts investigation
Footage shared online showed two people jumping off the bridge.

The new TVs vying for your living room (and wallet) in 2026
From pencil-thin OLEDs to screens the size of a small car, there are some genuinely impressive displays coming – albeit at somewhat terrifying prices.

'It's the Kiwi thing to do': Aucklanders question fines for washing cars at home
Aucklanders express surprise over potential $1500 fines for washing cars on driveways, calling the rules unfair and poorly publicised.

Weather: Long range forecast is mostly more heat, more wet
Earth Sciences New Zealand is expecting the rest of summer to remain warm and wet for many regions.

One dead after two motorbikes crash in Tararua District
The intersection of Gaisford and Oringi roads in Kumeroa is blocked and diversions are in place.

After STC hubris, dream of South Yemen looks further away

AI supercharge drives USD $3 trillion data centre boom
AI-driven demand is set to unleash up to USD $3 trillion in global data centre investment, doubling capacity to 200GW by 2030.

‘Enthusiastic, genuinely passionate’ climber mourned by friends, colleagues
The 20-year-old has been mourned by friends and colleagues after a body believed to be his was found on Mt Huxley

Two arrested after firearm incident in Palmerston North
Police were called about 1.40pm after receiving a report of a vehicle being driven dangerously through the city, with a passenger allegedly holding a firearm out a window.

‘It seems a bit crazy’: Aucklanders surprised by fines for washing cars at home
The reaction followed a social media post late last year in which one user claimed a friend had been fined for washing their car at home.

Patients ask GPs for info on health records after Manage My Health security breach
Manage My Health was due to begin informing affected patients on Thursday and meanwhile has referred people to its website for more information.

‘These drivers are really reckless’: Christchurch police seize 20 cars in driving crackdown
Christchurch police have impounded more than 20 vehicles and issued multiple notices in a major operation targeting anti-social and dangerous road users.

Sir Tim Shadbolt has died at age 78
Former Invercargill and Waitemata Mayor, Sir Tim Shadbolt, has died early this morning.

Investigation underway after footage emerges of people diving off Auckland Harbour Bridge
No amount of social media views was worth people risking their lives, Water Safety NZ says.

The future of authentication in 2026: Insights from Yubico’s experts
Yubico experts say 2026 will redefine authentication, with post-quantum security, digital ID wallets and AI-driven threats converging.