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New Zealand condemns 'lethal plotting' by Iran in joint statement
In a joint statement with 22 other countries, New Zealand condemns attacks across Europe targeting Jewish communities, Iranian journalists and US interests.

Inmate dies at Rimutaka Prison
The Corrections Inspectorate and the coroner will investigate the death of the man.

Sub-zero plunge: South Island hits -4.7C as frost spreads nationwide
People across parts of both the North and South Island woke to freezing, frosty temperatures on Thursday morning.

Lotus Microsystems launches AI data centre power module
AI server operators could cut heat and power losses as Lotus Microsystems' module targets denser racks and faster load response.

Framework delays Laptop 13 Pro due to bugs, but there’s a bonus
Framework’s Laptop 13 Pro looked and felt fantastic when the company showed it off in April. Unfortunately, a pair of manufacturing issues has delayed first shipments by about a month, pushing delivery out closer to the end of summer. Problems with the Laptop 13 Pro’s stellar display, one of the things...

OPPO launches Watch X3 in New Zealand for $699
Long battery claims and Google app support put the new wearable into New Zealand's premium smartwatch race at NZD $699.

Lightning quick Zoe Hobbs records second-ever Diamond League podium
A chilly European race ends with a confidence-boosting podium for the Kiwi sprinter.

Every time you hire the wrong person it costs $20,000 - here's how to get it right
New research for an employment marketplace has put a dollar figure on what hiring the wrong people may be costing small and medium-sized enterprises each year.

Spectrum wins ISO 27001 in seven months with Spotica
The certification could help Spectrum win government and enterprise contracts, after it cut the usual ISO 27001 timetable and costs sharply.

25 firefighters called to battle Far North house blaze
Emergency services were called to a large, fully involved house fire in Kaikohe at 1.04am on Thursday morning.

Three police staffers facing charges of possessing objectionable publications
A rapid review of staff internet usage was sparked by the resignation of former deputy commissioner Jevon McSkimming.

Bid to stop former Tall Blacks coach leaving Philippines after drownings
‘Hell’ camp training recalled by former players.

Ashburton family ‘incredibly grateful’ to secure first home with $28.6m Lotto win
The family, who wish to remain anonymous, won the Powerball First Division prize of $28 million, alongside three Lotto First Division prizes worth $200,000 each.

Warriors coach latest victim of social media fake news
Andrew Webster was aghast when confronted by the erroneous announcement of his wife's death.

'I stepped into lead role with a few hours of prep'
Teacher Craig Mather says he had never seen the play or met the cast before taking to the stage.

Air Canada Pilot Flew 900 Flights With Fake License: Police

Microsoft Cuts Azure Jobs in China

Israeli Defence Minister Katz: Conflict with Iran is 'far from over'

New Electric Sedan Record At Germany’s Nürburgring

Meta Expands AI Partnership With Reliance

Schneider Electric & Foxconn team up on AI data centres
Standardised blueprints could help operators add AI capacity faster as rising power and cooling demands strain data centre builds worldwide.

Sir Mick Jagger performs impromptu pub gig
The Rolling Stone frontman was spotted at the Half Moon in St Clements.

So you want to get solar panels - here's what you should know
A growing number of homes are putting panels on their roofs as the price of power rises and installation costs fall.

Government facing up to $5 billion bill over carbon credits, Treasury reveals
However, Finance Minister Nicola Willis has said she doesn't want to see billions of dollars go offshore to pay for credits.