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Does the Xbox app for Arm signal a gaming renaissance? Not yet
Is it finally time to game on Windows on Arm? Microsoft thinks so…and the company is right! Well, barely. On Wednesday, Microsoft began rolling out the Xbox app to all Windows on Arm PCs. It’s a bit more significant than that; those PCs are now seeing games that are installable and...

Pro-independence FLNKS 'unequivocally' reject latest agreement for New Caledonia
Some of the pro-France parties have acknowledged that even though the new document was signed, the road ahead remained rocky.

Breakers lock up finals spot despite loss to Phoenix
The NBL managed to taketh as well as giveth for Petteri Koponen’s wildly inconsistent New Zealand Breakers

Olivia Dean and Lola Young dominate Brit Award nominations
A new wave of pop stars lead the shortlist, while Pulp pick up their first nomination in 30 years.

Warbirds Over Wanaka display of deadly jets sparks backlash
The F-22 Raptors are widely considered the most lethal fighter jets ever built, says a former Doctors Without Borders worker.

Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson urges incorporated societies to re-register
Incorporated societies include clubs, charities, unions and political parties, and they have until 5 April to meet the requirements or be dissolved.

Elation as Winton's long security camera impasse sorted
The installation of new surveillance cameras was stalled over costs and unresolved privacy issues.

Adobe adds AI-powered Object Mask to Premiere Pro, plus more
Adobe has unveiled several new AI-powered features for its Premiere Pro and After Effects video editing and effects software, Engadget reports. Premiere Pro introduces a new AI-powered Object Mask tool that makes it possible to quickly select and track people or objects in moving footage. By holding the mouse pointer over...

Deutsche Telekom boosts API security with Akamai deal
Deutsche Telekom Security taps Akamai’s certified service scheme to bolster API defences and microsegmentation for high-risk sectors.

North to south: Dates and venues confirmed for historic Lions tour of New Zealand in 2027
Historic first Women’s Lions tour will visit five cities and end with Christchurch test.

Taylor Swift makes history as she joins Songwriters Hall of Fame
The US pop superstar is among nine songwriters who have been inducted into the 2026 class.

Tony Brown on the Mike Hosking Breakfast to talk All Blacks coaching job and the departure of Scott Robertson
The South African assistant coach talks about the All Blacks coaching vacancy.

Weather live: Two people missing after slip, highways closed, thousands without power
Homes are being evacuated, people have been rescued from flood-trapped vehicles and major roads are closed in the North Island.

Brit Awards 2026: Full list of nominees
Find out who's nominated at the biggest night in British music, from Sam Fender to Bad Bunny.

DXC adds Ripple, Euronet to Hogan for digital assets
DXC weaves Ripple and Euronet tech into its Hogan core platform, adding digital asset custody and blockchain payments for banks.

Rain can't deter lawn bowlers descending on Taranaki for open fours
The Taranaki Men's Open Fours has been going 121 years and brings a mountain of tradition.

Weather live: Highways closed, thousands without power amid red heavy rain warnings
Floods have shut major North Island roads overnight, and red warnings are in place for some, as parts of the country wakes to the aftermath of a night of downpours

Hyper-automation is here: how Australian subscription brands stay ahead
Australian subscription brands are turning to hyper-automation to replace clunky billing, scale complex pricing and stay ahead of rivals.