Starlink gets official UAE approval – with some caveats
The UAE’s Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority has confirmed that Elon Musk’s Starlink internet service has been…
Waikato man in his 20s jailed for months-long sexual relationship with pre-teen girl
Now, both the man and grandmother have been sentenced in the Tauranga District Court for their roles related…
Hastings’ Holly butchery launches New Zealand’s first ‘liquid bacon’ – Mark Story
This boutique meatery has “reimagined” traditional lard and come up with a way to enjoy bacon’s fatty goodness…
Iran seizes Starlink devices, but Musk’s company continues to gain approval in Middle East
Live updates: Follow the latest news on US-Iran war Hundreds of Starlink consoles have been seized by Iranian…
Dubai launches mental health hotline to support public as Iran crisis continues
Dubai authorities on Saturday called on doctors and mental health specialists to volunteer their time and expertise to…
Neil Wallace jailed by Nelson court for child sex abuse after victim breaks silence
Wallace couldn’t see, but only hear the victim. The 55-year-old, described as “the predator who hid in plain…
Manuel Rabate on leaving Louvre Abu Dhabi after a transformative decade
Manuel Rabate is not ready to say goodbye just yet. For close to a decade, he has overseen…
Global companies express confidence in Gulf markets despite war disruption
International companies, including Bloomberg and Deloitte, have stated their commitment to Gulf markets amid the regional war. Market…
Relative of Poseidyn Reigns Hemopo-Pickering admits he lied to police after infant’s death
The 10-month-old’s father, Anthony Simon Pickering, was later charged with his murder but acquitted by a jury in…
Book of the day: Laws of Love and Logic by Debra Curtis
Review by Gill South New Zealand Listener· 12 Mar, 2026 05:00 PM4 mins to read Subscribe to listenAccess…
How UAE and Gulf residents can better manage their money amid Iran war turmoil
The effects of a distant war are rarely felt in the finances of residents in the UAE. Until…
UAE investors urged to avoid savings sell-off due to Iran war
Personal finance experts are urging people in the UAE to “remain calm” with their money amid the continuing…