Amnesty International chief Agnes Callamard calls on New Zealand to lift its game
Agnes Callamard in December 2024 at the release of an Amnesty International report that alleged Israel was committing…
Hotel worker accused of selling Liam Payne drugs says staff could have done more to save him
It has been reported that the singer was under the influence of potent drugs at the time of…
Apple updates iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, Vision Pro with M5 chip
With iPadOS 26, Apple overhauled its approach to multitasking with a new system that more closely resembles the…
Parole Board apology: Texting truckie Sarah Schmidt, who killed Caleb Baker, released before eligible date
Schmidt later pleaded guilty to two charges of dangerous driving – one each of causing death and injury.…
Silver Ferns selector Gail Parata claims Netball NZ spoke to seven players before Dame Noeline Taurua ousted
On Sunday, Parata said she had made the “difficult decision” to resign as a national selector to show…
Mongrel Mob leader Heil Dogg felt ‘trapped in gang position’ before death, coroner finds
In his report, Coroner Wilton said Benson had mental health difficulties, and had three stints in care between…
Coroner finds ‘sub-optimal’ record-keeping before post-op death of Gisborne woman
“Had they known, I am satisfied that a different post-operative care plan would have been arranged.” Private surgery…
Christchurch murder trial told of drug sale hours before David Bridgwater shot dead
James Arthur Holder, 55, is on trial before a jury in the High Court at Christchurch charged with…
Keira Knightley says she was unaware of Harry Potter audiobook boycott
Knightley’s comments come weeks after Rowling blasted Harry Potter star Emma Watson and accused her of having poured…
Beautifully timed ride helps Twain write impressive next chapter
Just as the mare looked to have the edge over Midnight Edition, he came kicking back, but hunting…
Friend reveals Diane Keaton’s rapid health decline before sudden death
“It was so unexpected, especially for someone with such strength and spirit.” Veteran actress Diane Keaton died in…
Rotorua triple murder case: Court waits on medical, psychologist reports
Charging documents show it is alleged Jessie Currin was murdered in Rotorua sometime between September 23 and October…