Is Troy Kingi really preparing to exit the stage?
Larger than life: Troy Kingi at Auckland’s Spark Arena in November, opening for Lenny Kravitz. Photo / Nico…
US President Trump tells Cuba to ‘make a deal, before it is too late’
A week ago, Trump stated that “Cuba is ready to fall”, noting that the island’s economic crisis was…
Refugee and 501 deportee Rami Khoshaba back in prison after cutting man’s face
He has appealed unsuccessfully to the High Court to get his sentence reduced, arguing partly that the judge…
Iran protests: Khamenei vows crackdown as internet shutdown widens
Norway-based NGO Iran Human Rights, raising a previous toll of 45 issued the day earlier, said at least…
Mask requirements at Maryland hospitals return amid rising flu cases
Experts warned amid the holiday season that fewer vaccinations and a new influenza variant swarming the region could…
Woman behind Wendy’s logo reveals father’s regret over naming restaurant after her
“And, boy, did I cry, it hurt,” she told the publication. Thomas Morse admitted that as a child…
Vehicle rescues in central Auckland face delays after engine crash, firefighters’ union says
Union representative Toby Kerr said the truck involved was known as a pump rescue tender, which carried gear…
Black Fern Charmaine Smith opens up on baby loss and stigma around grief
Charmaine Smith with Tamati and Amīria. Photo / Kirsty Joy Photography But at 12 weeks, test results showed…
Boxing Day weather: Shoppers face possible thunderstorms, heavy rain and 90km/h gusts
A heavy rain watch will be in place for the Bay of Plenty to the east of Whakatāne…
Why home loan applicants might face an extra wait
“If you apply now, approvals are likely to be scheduled for early 2026.” ASB said it had received…
Nurse’s autistic son could face deportation after Immigration NZ rejects visa
“It’s really heartbreaking. I don’t know how, mentally, I can cope, if that’s going to happen,” he said.…
Dai Henwood: Comedy, chemo and how laughter helps him face cancer
Still being in active chemo doesn’t allow for much planning, he explains. He decides on a short-term goal…