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FortiGate admins report active exploitation 0-day. Vendor isn’t talking.
Vulnerability allowing remote code execution has been discussed since at least 9 days ago.

Apple, pear industry worth $2b to economy
However, while the industry is booming, grower profits are not, its boss says.

US urges Israel to capitalise on Hamas leader's killing to end Gaza war
After repeated abortive attempts to broker a ceasefire, Antony Blinken was making his 11th trip to the Middle East since the Gaza war erupted.

Valencia eager to host next America’s Cup
The Spanish city has emerged as a contender at the same time Team New Zealand’s boss indicated the event had outgrown Barcelona.

NZ women win world canoe polo title
After a slow start, NZ overpowered Italy in the final.

Council opts for most expensive option for Southland Museum
Southland will get its new museum with all the trimmings.

Mt Eden prison murder: Man accused of killing fellow inmate pleads not guilty
The 23-year-old is accused of killing Andrew Chan Chui inside a double bunked cell inside Mt Eden Corrections Facility.

Caitlin Foord owes her international start to Tom Sermanni. Here’s why she’s glad to have him back
The warm, familiar presence of interim boss Sermanni is exactly what the national team needs, says the Matildas and Arsenal star.

Dog walkers fear new rules will put them out of business
Auckland Council is proposing to limit the number of dogs one person may walk both on and off-leash.

Harvey Weinstein diagnosed with cancer - source
Harvey Weinstein has been diagnosed with bone cancer, a source close to the incarcerated producer has told CNN.

New Invercargill museum receives backing from councillors after cost blow-out
Invercargill councillors are biting the bullet and backing their new museum, despite a multimillion-dollar budget blowout.

AI adoption in NZ retail lags behind Singapore & Australia
Research reveals New Zealand's retail sector lags in AI adoption, with only 33% of workers using technology, compared to 92% in Singapore and 46% in Australia.

Post-weaning depression 'taking women by surprise' when breastfeeding ends
Post-weaning depression, also sometimes referred to as weaning blues, can occur when women stop breastfeeding, and include symptoms similar to those of postpartum depression.

Top Islamic State group figure killed in Iraq, Pentagon says
Iraqi forces claim to have killed nine Islamic State commanders, including the jihadists' top figure in the country.

Lotto’s Powerball hits $30m for fourth time this year
Kiwis have the chance on Wednesday to snatch $30 million - the fourth huge jackpot this year

Council to scrap annual plan consultation, ‘discouraging’ funding requests
As another double-figure rates rise looms, the Marlborough District Council hopes to streamline the process with an earlier “engagement” period.

Trio to face trial after man found dead on Auckland road
The 53-year-old’s body was found on a Pt England road earlier this month. Two men and a woman will face trial in 2026.

A hotel, apartments, where to run the Cox Plate? Moonee Valley has big calls to make
Moonee Valley has asked rival clubs to bid for the 2026 Cox Plate as the club prepares for major on-site surgery. They are determined to retain the course’s amphitheatre and the intimate feel of the venue.

Why Saudi oil may just meet its match in booming power of women’s football
FIFA’s primary concern has always been money, which means the fight for women’s and LGBTQ+ rights will come down to a battle between the financial might of the Gulf and the growing commercial value of the women’s game.

Monetize your content: Squarespace launches new updates
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