Judge finds dad’s abusive livestreams about ex were psychological harm
But influencers and would-be commentators who frame their “story times” as exposés without any editorial oversight are finding…
Puberty blockers: Denying treatment with blanket bans unethical, doctors say
By December, an urgent injunction filed by PATHA was granted by the High Court, stopping the regulations from…
Oribe Serene Scalp shampoo recalled after harmful bacteria detected
The Herald has approached Oribe and Product Safety New Zealand for comment and clarification. The following products have…
Sugar is not uniquely bad for you. But it’s undermining good habits
The study also had another important finding. Most of the sugar we eat is composed of nearly equal…
Rotorua business and technician admit deliberate harmful gas discharge
They were charged under the Climate Change Response Act 2002 after someone secretly filmed Wicks releasing refrigerant R407C…
Canada moves to ban under-16s from social media, regulate AI
Companies would also face requirements for transparency around “reporting thresholds in crisis situations”, such as when a user…
Invercargill assaults: Teens accused of using dating apps to lure victims
“The reality is stark – one more strike, one more kick and the outcome could have been fatal.”…
Harmful bacteria found in new $162m Mason Clinic unit, Health NZ says
Now, because of the discovery of bacteria in the hydraulic system, the relocation of patients will not take…
Bronopol containers stolen in Mount Maunganui burglary, public warned
Police are investigating a report of a large quantity of the chemical bronopol being stolen from a commercial…
Tokoroa man sent to prison for distributing ‘illegal and harmful’ content
Investigators also found objectionable computer-generated imagery in Foster’s possession. The department said computer-generated content was becoming increasingly common…
Name suppression granted for Wellington man with ‘significant public presence’ over harmful post allegations
Judge Bruce Davidson said there was a risk the complainant would be identified. “He has openly courted publicity…
Wesley College’s hostels shut down by Ministry of Education before end of term
Wesley College said today it is seeking urgent legal advice about the suspension. The Herald understands some parents…