Auckland boy racer who hit pregnant teen, causing baby’s death, loses Court of Appeal fight
At his sentencing in the High Court at Auckland in July for manslaughter, the young woman he hit…
Former NZ Idol music judge Paul Ellis given home detention for high alcohol reading
Judge Bill Hastings said in sentencing him today that Ellis’ life “came unstuck” with the end of his…
Jetstar passengers stranded in Queenstown after wild weather cancels flights
“They say it’s your responsibility, how you stay, how you survive, and what you do. It has nothing…
Christopher Luxon gets rates relief after challenging luxury Waiheke property valuation
Onetangi Beach on Waiheke Island. Residents have received a fast revaluation service from the council relative to other…
Seattle Mariners look to clinch pennant
Over their 49-year franchise history, the Seattle Mariners have played a combined 7,762 regular-season and postseason games. Never…
Auckland tenants ordered to pay $27k for dog‑damaged rental home
“There were hundreds of flies. The floor at the entrance to the first bedroom has been damaged. It…
Microchip leads to reunion for cat missing 11 months from Wellsford home
She said the person who “took her in” may not have known to check for a microchip. Willow…
Aitua Puriri sentenced for the manslaughter of his Whangārei nephew, Reign Puriri
At the High Court in Whangārei yesterday, there was a heavy presence of police and security officers as…
USC grad student accused of serial rapes, drugging women
A USC graduate student is accused of being a serial sexual predator, using drugs to rape and assault…
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to announce new First Presidency Tuesday
SALT LAKE CITY — The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints said Tuesday that it will announce…
Seattle Mariners grab early ALCS Game 2 lead on Julio’s HR
The Seattle Mariners certainly aren’t showing any signs of fatigue after a 15-inning marathon and another critical playoff…
Former L.A. schools chief plans to announce a run for mayor on Monday
Former L.A. schools Supt. Austin Beutner is planning to announce a challenge to Mayor Karen Bass in the…