Five Big Things That Happened Today: Wednesday, October 22
State of emergency declared for Canterbury, memoir by Prince Andrew’s accuser released, and are magnesium supplements just marketing…
Nelson air traffic control tower opens late: Auckland-bound flight delayed
“In line with standard procedure, contingency measures were activated and pilots were notified.” One passenger on the flight…
Auckland traffic heavy near Epsom after four-vehicle crash on Southern Motorway
A four-vehicle collision on the Southern Motorway is causing heavy traffic on parts of the motorway network, particularly…
Trump says price of Ozempic will be lowered
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said on Thursday that the price of Novo Nordisk’s best-selling weight-loss drug would…
Economic activity little changed, employment stable in recent weeks, Fed says
WASHINGTON — Economic activity was little changed and employment was largely stable in recent weeks, the Federal Reserve…
Monet’s Venice comes alive in new museum exhibit
BROOKLYN, New York — A new exhibition at the Brooklyn Museum is transporting visitors to turn-of-the-century Venice, seen…
Tauranga residents say Pāpāmoa Beach Rd traffic noise ‘unbearable’
Coetzee has lived there for a year and said the road noise was “absolutely crazy”. Her windows were…
New traffic lights at upgraded intersections near Tauranga Crossing to go live
“The new intersections will make it easier for people to move around, whether they’re driving, walking, cycling or…
Qualtrics to buy healthcare tech firm Press Ganey in $6.75 billion deal, FT reports
SALT LAKE CITY — AI-powered customer survey software maker Qualtrics has agreed to buy healthcare market research company…
Auckland traffic gridlocked after digger falls off truck, blocks lane on Upper Harbour Motorway
New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) earlier said an “incident” on Upper Harbour Bridge shortly after 7pm had blocked…
Big summer airline expansion starting, global group expects a busy October
“New Zealand’s peak season is traditionally a little bit later in the year,” said Cath O’Brien, Board of…
Utah therapist shares how parents can help kids cope with tragedy
RIVERTON — With so many heartbreaking headlines lately, the church shootings in Michigan, the shooting of Charlie Kirk…