David Walliams dropped by HarperCollins UK after behaviour allegations
“After careful consideration, and under the leadership of its new CEO [Kate Elton], HarperCollins UK has decided not…
Judge grants name suppression for Northland businessman facing sexual offending charges
When police executed a search warrant, the man allegedly refused to hand over details to his digital devices,…
Ibrar Shahid says his Voice was Autotuned on Pakistan Idol
“My voice is mine. My truth belongs to me.” Pakistan Idol has been pushed into major controversy after…
Air New Zealand reveals outcome of its investigation into snack supplier Project 32
It added that Project 32 has been working “openly and co-operatively” with the airline to resolve the issue…
Bestiality in New Zealand: The latest figures, plus forensic psychologist Dr David Jones on how he helps his patients
“It’s across a life span. I’ve got guys ranging from 18 up to their 70s.” He says 10…
Vin Diesel lawsuit dismissed after judge rules lack of jurisdiction
“The ruling was based on a legal technicality, with which we respectfully disagree. Ms Jonasson intends to appeal.”…
Auckland voter fraud allegations heading to court on Friday
Hausia was deputy chair of the board in the 2022-2025 term, but lost his seat in the recent…
Kāinga Ora tenant claimed agency failed him in alleged burglary by other tenant
The police were called and the man was subsequently arrested for assault with a weapon. It was alleged…
Inoke Nakadavotu and Cameron Hill cleared of sexual assault in Whangārei trial
The Crown viewed Nakadavotu as the principal offender who committed the act, while Hill was equally liable for…
Bay of Plenty teen denies raping schoolgirl, says he went into her room so she could ‘paint his face’
She said it would happen in her room, under a trampoline, or behind some bushes on the Bay…
Jevon McSkimming saga: Young woman suffered ‘devastating impact’ after police arrested her for anonymous emails instead of investigating sex allegations
She was arrested and charged, placed under restrictive bail conditions, and silenced by wide-ranging suppression orders. The gagging…
Bay of Plenty teenager on trial charged with raping young schoolgirl
The girl, who was 6 at the time of her evidential video interview, told the interviewer the boy…