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Bird flu: No new cases of deadly H5N1 strain - but just a matter of time
More than 500 reports of dead or unwell birds have been made since the disease was first detected, MPI says.

Major shake-up to worker holiday and sick leave moves a step closer despite opposition
A major shift in how workers earn and take leave is on the way, following a select committee’s recommendation to pass the Employment Leave Bill.

Fog prompts delays, cancels flights at Auckland Airport
Fog restrictions are in place, causing disruption for travellers.

Pacific voices condemn US plan for offshore mineral extraction off American Samoa
Pacific leaders and environmental advocates have condemned a US government proposal to advance plans for an offshore mineral lease sale in federal waters off American Samoa.

Watch: Christopher Luxon slams Shane Jones over India FTA comments, brushes off poll slump
The prime minister says comments made by NZ First's deputy leader about the FTA with India were "crass and unprofessional".

‘Take off your kneepads’: PM respond to Shane Jones’ ‘crass’ dig
New Zealand First Deputy Leader Shane Jones called on other political parties to “take off your knee pads” when dealing with India.

Madonna takes to the World Cup stage in star-studded halftime show
Madonna opened the World Cup halftime show with her 2000 dance-pop hit “Music,” joined by star Brazilian soccer players of yesteryear, Ronaldo and Ronaldinho. It started with an apparently pre-recorded piece in a roller rink before she rode into the stadium on a dune buggy, singing “Music, makes the

Two riders die in separate British eventing competitions
Two riders have died after separate incidents in competitions on Saturday, British Eventing confirms.

What No 10 Will Really Be Like For Andy Burnham
Former insiders explain ahead of moving in day.

Man injured in dockside crane 'collapse'
Emergency services attend the Port of Tyne after a crane "collided" with a container ship, police say.

Trump presence means tight security for World Cup final
Supporters faced long queues to get into New York New Jersey Stadium amid heightened security for the 2026 World Cup final.

In pictures: Stress, joy as fans gather to watch Football World Cup final
Spain fans in New Zealand are elated after their team beat Argentina 1-0 to win the 2026 Football World Cup.

Listen: Christopher Luxon slams Shane Jones over India FTA comments, brushes off poll slump
The prime minister says comments made by NZ First's deputy leader about the FTA with India were "crass and unprofessional".

Final search for Jeremy Robertson, sought over mother's death
Robertson is the only person of interest in relation to the death of Karen Gilbert-Palmer, police say

Government moves to keep cement production in NZ with up to $60m in financial support
Without the funds, it's likely the plant would've had to close.

‘They killed it’: Luxon slams Winston’s ‘deeply ironic’ fuel policy
National Party leader Christopher Luxon has taken a swing at NZ First leader and coalition partner Winston Peters over the party’s $1b pledge to survey offshore oil and gas reserves.

Stars shine at the World Cup final half-time show
Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber, and Shakira entertain the crowd at half-time in the World Cup final, with a special appearance from Ronaldo and Ronaldinho at the New York New Jersey Stadium.

Russell 'numb to disappointment' after bitter blow to title hopes
George Russell crashing out at Spa and falling 50 points behind team-mate Kimi Antonelli is a bitter blow to the Briton, writes Andrew Benson.

England seal series with record Lord's ODI total
England hit the highest one-day international total at Lord's to beat India by 27 runs and seal a thrilling 2-1 series victory.

Marathon runners compete on drifting sea ice at North Pole
Organisers say 23 runners from seven countries took part in races at the Arctic's geographic North Pole.