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'Ens...ification' blamed as Kiwis feel down about internet
The number of New Zealanders feeling positive about the internet has been slowly declining since 2019.

More strikes aimed at Iran after assault kills supreme leader
While Khamenei's death may deal Iran a major blow, experts say it may not end entrenched clerical rule or the Revolutionary Guards' influence.

'Enshittification' blamed for fewer NZers feeling positive about the internet
The number of New Zealanders feeling positive about the internet has been slowly declining since 2019.

Nangs in corner dairies: 'Should we be stocking this product at all?'
Police say people are "playing chicken" and seeing whether they can drive without blacking out after inhaling the gas.

IDF hits dozens of Iran regime headquarters used to oppress protesters

Iranian top diplomat: Khamenei succession possible within two days

Official advice about Ehlers-Danlos syndromes and hypermobility spectrum disorder labelled ‘incredibly damaging’
Doctors are divided over treatment for a rare disorder, but some people living with it say the official advice is misleading and potentially harmful.

Health workers vote to ratify new collective agreement with Health NZ
The agreement was reached after 18 months of bargaining between the Health NZ and the PSA.

Iran will not boycott World Cup over air strikes, Fifa believes
Iran are scheduled to open their tournament against the All Whites in Los Angeles on June 16.

Black Caps lock in T20 World Cup semifinal against coach’s former team
New Zealand will face South Africa for a place in the final.

Truckers surprised by update of NZ's 50-year-old manual on bridge building
Bridges built recently in Auckland Waikato are off limits to the heaviest haulers.

'Good sleep' is new flex for 2026
We've counted steps and refilled water bottles, but the latest metric to measure is ZZZs.

Labour still ahead on cost of living, neck and neck with National on economy - Ipsos survey
However National has improved its ratings on the economy and the cost of living.

Here's the great Nvidia stock mystery

Live: Israel says its airforce strikes Iran again, Iran continues to retaliate
Israel's fresh wave of attacks is targetting the Iran's air defences and its ballistic missile capabilities.

Person dies in crash, car submerged in river
The car went off the road and into Hautapu River at Taihape.

Jetstar launches Christchurch to Perth route from October
The new trans-Tasman route will initially run from 27 October 2026 to March 2027.

One killed in Ruapehu crash
Emergency services were called to the scene in the Ruapehu District just after 11pm.

Honeymooners 'petrified' by Dubai missile attacks

Riyadh becomes transit hub for worried rich fleeing Gulf

Family 'incredibly worried' for jailed Iran couple

Iranian NZers 'incredibly hopeful' attacks will lead to swift regime change
Some Iranian-New Zealanders see the US attempt to instigate regime change as an opportunity for Iran to reinvent itself.

Young farmer eyes first home dream as KiwiSaver rules change
The change will allow service tenancy workers to use their KiwiSaver for a first home purchase without having to live in it.

One dead, several injured in three-vehicle crash on SH4 near Ruapehu
Emergency services were called to the scene about 11.10pm. One person died at the scene.

Transmission network already threatened by climate hazards, data shows
Transpower and lines companies say more resilient infrastructure is part of their future planning, but could solar and batteries also have a part to play?

Iran attack sparks warning for KiwiSaver, fuel, inflation
"The world is more frightening than it was a couple of days ago," says Infometrics chief executive Brad Olsen.