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Black Caps batting first in crunch T20 World Cup clash with Sri Lanka
Follow live coverage of the Super Eights match in Colombo.

Lightrun unveils AI SRE tool for live runtime debugging
Lightrun has launched an AI-driven SRE tool that taps live runtime context to debug production systems and automate incident remediation.

BreezeBio banks $60M to make more precise genetic medicines

Workday shares extend declines as soft forecast deepens AI disruption fears

ASML sees AI demand as long-term growth driver in 2025 annual report

AI Panic Is Opportunity for Stock Pickers, Morgan Stanley Says

Planning a honeymoon in Italy? Rome and Florence dominate, but the No. 4 city isn’t what you’d expect

IDF responds to alleged settler arson in West Bank Palestinian village, no injuries reported

Seven killed in Ukrainian drone attack on Russian factory

Finding Hope and Love in the Ruins of Sudan’s War

Germany's Merz wants government consultations with China to resume

Not even potholes will hold up self-driving cars, UK firm predicts
Wayve says it's confident all cars will one day be autonomous, as it announced more than a £1bn in additional investment.

Firms pour billions into AI but struggle to scale value
Firms spent USD $252 billion on AI in 2024, yet only 4% report repeatable, scalable value as governance and skills gaps hold back returns.

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 review: A solid work laptop
At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Bright, low-glare display Lightweight design Great webcam Good port selection Cons Underwhelming performance Lack of Arc graphics is a huge loss Battery could last longer Our Verdict The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 is a capable partner for work, but it’s no powerhouse nor does it blow us away with its battery life. For the...

Tourette's campaigner says BBC 'should have worked harder' to stop slur being aired
John Davidson, who tics due to his condition, shouted a racial slur while two black actors were on stage.

‘Our happy, hungry boy’: All Blacks star Damian McKenzie shares name of first baby
McKenzie had been on parental leave from the Chiefs following his little boy’s arrival, but has rejoined the squad.

Martin Short's daughter Katherine dies at 42
The actor says his daughter "will be remembered for the light and joy she brought into the world".

Gisborne Lotto Player Wins $1 Million in First Division Draw
The winning ticket was sold on MyLotto to a player from Gisborne, landing the sole First Division prize of the evening.

Check Point boosts AI security push with 2025 surge
Check Point posts solid 2025 gains, lifts AI security focus for 2026 with Cyata, Cyclops and Rotate deals targeting enterprise demand.

Overwhelmed? This site breaks any task into a checklist in seconds
I’m always looking for websites to make life easier and here are two I’ve recently found and got hooked on. Magic To Do If you’ve ever been overwhelmed with all the things you need to do to accomplish a task it’s understandable. Some tasks have so many facets, it can be like...

Phil Collins and Oasis nominated for Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Jeff Buckley, Lauryn Hill, Pink, Shakira and Mariah Carey are also among the 17 nominees this year.

Make Xbox Game Pass affordable again
Microsoft users are tough. Gamers are tougher. No one complains more about the direction of a franchise than a customer who just dropped $60 or more on a new PC or Xbox game, only to find it riddled with bugs or a lifeless upgrade. Both sets of traditionally Microsoft customers are...

TV's Doctor Foster to return for third and final series
The BBC says the popular drama will return for five new episodes, nine years after series two aired.

Gucci criticised for 'AI slop' images ahead of major fashion show
Users of social media - where the marketing campaign has been launched - say it is out of keeping with Gucci's reputation for luxury.

Melie Kerr marks full captaincy debut with century as White Ferns win big
New Zealand’s new captain made an unbeaten century then took two wickets in Hamilton.