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Only a quarter of New Zealand sites meet guidelines for most harmful air pollution, data shows
But overall air pollution is improving in most places across the country, with the majority of sites meeting national regulatory standards for overall particulate matter.

'Brazil fever' hits Port Vila ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup
With just a week to go before the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off, local football fanatics are showed their support for their favourite teams at a parade in the capital, with Brazil fans stealing the limelight.

Microsoft security landscape shifts as critical vulnerabilities surge: report
Critical flaws in Microsoft software have nearly doubled, leaving enterprises facing a sharper risk profile despite fewer total vulnerabilities.

MYOB launches Think Purple, Act Green sustainability plan
The software maker's new framework is aimed at helping customers face tougher emissions reporting while cutting its own footprint by 2030.

Predator-free efforts align with tikanga Maori - iwi leader
Tamaki Makaurau conservation groups, iwi and council are welcoming funding to bolster the city's Predator-Free 2050 efforts.

'Turning a new page': Israel to open first ever embassy in Slovenia

Chinese Embassy denies military involvement in recruitment claims
New Zealand's intelligence agency and its Five Eyes partners say the Chinese military used job sites such as LinkedIn to target people who were likely to have access to secret information.

Hundreds trade tents, cars and overcrowded houses for warm, stable homes
Regional New Zealand's biggest social housing development to date has opened.

Caudery and Hunter Bell win at Rome Diamond League
World indoor champions Molly Caudery and Georgia Hunter Bell triumph in the pole vault and 1500m at the Diamond League meeting in Rome.

How shock French Open finalist's tiny tattoo gives meaning to big run
Qualifier Maja Chwalinska is one win away from an unthinkable French Open title after coming through the darkest period of her life.

Here's to you, Ollie Robinson - England need you more than you will know
Ollie Robinson was exiled from the England team for 24 Tests - on the first day against New Zealand, he showed them what they had been missing.

Family concerned for West Papuan woman taken to Jakarta after appearing in film
The family of a West Papuan woman alleged to have been forcibly taken to Indonesia's capital after appearing in a new documentary film, wants her safely returned home. Yasinta Moiwend's...

Geotab using telematics and AI to reshape fleet management
Rising fuel costs and safety risks are pushing fleet operators to use Geotab telematics to cut idling, reroute trips and monitor fatigue.

‘Massive sense of helplessness’ as river of sewage floods Wellington street
Some Island Bay residents say they have had enough.

SH35 set to close overnight ahead of heavy rain
State Highway 35 on the East Cape will shut from 10pm on Friday evening until 8am Saturday.

New Velociraptor cousin was a '4-winged' dragon that hunted prey from the trees of ancient China, fossil find hints

Germany's Wadephul starts Mexico visit with basilica visit

German AfD lawmakers push for renewed Russia ties at economic forum

ACT to campaign on reducing 'absolutely ridiculous' cost of school uniforms
It would limit all state schools to three compulsory branded items and ensure generic items were available from retailers like The Warehouse and Kmart.

Robinson's perfect return gives England edge over NZ
England's Ollie Robinson marked his return to Test cricket with four wickets at Lord's as New Zealand closed day one on 61-6, trailing the home side by 79 runs.

Celtic fan groups state opposition to Keane
Several Celtic supporters clubs put their names to a statement opposing the potential appointment of Robbie Keane as manager because of the Irishman's previous role as Maccabi Tel Aviv head coach.