Dolly Parton’s sister asks fans to use ‘power of prayer’ as singer faces health issues
Last night, I was up all night praying for my sister, Dolly. Many of you know she hasn’t…
Auckland Transport bus driver Mikaele Ah Fook pleads guilty to killing passenger Peter Te Kira
Court documents state the two men crossed paths for the final time around 1.40pm on April 27, when…
Taylor Swift addresses mixed reception to new album
The album’s bold, upbeat tone has divided critics, with fans praising its themes and emotions. The album, which…
Health: New Zealand Graduate School of Medicine could send students to Whanganui
Funding for the school came from the Government, the university and philanthropic partners. Whanganui MP Carl Bates said…
Coroner urges action after Northland girl’s death linked to lap belt, fatigue, alcohol
The coroner said Joshwyn was in a car driven by her mother Marino Wikaira on State Highway 12,…
Christchurch Pro League club to compete as South Island United
“It was not realistic to register a new club at short notice, so we are incredibly grateful to…
Powerco agrees to buy Tairāwhiti’s Firstlight Network from Clarus Group’s owners
Its gas network covers Taranaki, Horowhenua, Hawke’s Bay, Manawatū, Porirua, Hutt Valley and Wellington. Firstlight Network, formerly known…
Donald Trump ‘happy’ to work with Democrats on health care, if shutdown ends
Salaries for hundreds of thousands of public sector employees are set to be withheld from Friday, while military…
Cyclone Gabrielle inquest: 111 callers told to hold on, with no timeline on help arriving
That was because emergency responders were unable to get to people as areas became cut off by floodwaters.…
Inhalers produce annual emissions equivalent to half a million cars in US alone, study finds
By contrast, dry powder and soft mist inhalers don’t use propellants. The former rely on a patient’s breath…
How to see tonight’s supermoon
Stardome astronomer Josh Aoraki said there are usually a few supermoons each year. “The term ‘supermoon’ is more…
Mass gang brawl at Palmerston North hotel leads to arrests
“A series of Mongrel Mob members were involved in assaulting members of the public, and in some instances,…