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Complaint laid with Ombudsman about 'apparent withholding' of information by PM's office
The investigation comes as the opposition drills into the issue at Parliament, and the Greens call for an urgent, independent inquiry.

How an unregistered lender trapped struggling borrowers with 15% weekly interest rates
Ilaisaane Malupo has been handed a two-year ban and ordered to complete 150 hours of community service.

Roaming dogs force South Aucklanders off the streets
"You never know when you're going to get attacked," says the owner of a six-year-old Bichon after several run-ins with uncontrolled dogs.

Safety failures blamed for tourist deaths in Indonesia bridge collapse

Months-old footage of Uttar Pradesh demonstration falsely linked to West Bengal violence

North Korea conducts eighth ballistic missile test of year

‘A really tough day’: The council debating a 40% rates increase (and what it settled on)
A small council facing a possible rating rise of 40% were urged to ‘make every endeavour to save every dollar’. After a lengthy debate they settled on a 22% increase.

Shane Jones slams ‘small appendage’ critics and Grim Reaper protester, but they could hook another fishing law backdown
Shane Jones argued with the Grim Reaper and argued with the seafood industry on Tuesday. It was a busy day for the fishing minister.

Australian police arrest two in connection with gunman Dezi Freeman
Police say the pair will be questioned in relation to the fugitive who was shot dead in March.

'Football is life': Ted Lasso actor signs with US pro football team
Cristo Fernández, well known for playing a footballer in the popular TV series Ted Lasso, tells the BBC it is a "dream come true" to sign with a US pro football team.

Emily nearly lost access to her baby because of a hair strand test. Experts fear she's not alone
There are growing concerns over the way hair strand tests are being interpreted in the Family Court.

Strictly was terrifying, says weather presenter Carol Kirkwood
The 63-year-old did not say yes to the show immediately as she was afraid of looking silly.

Half a billion dollar price-tag for Wellington water meter roll-out not 'credible' - mayor
Tiaki Wai wants to roll-out about 140,000 water meters, and says installing meters may cost $500-590 million.

Employees use personal AI accounts for work, study finds
Companies may be exposing sensitive data as staff use personal AI accounts for work nearly two-thirds of the time, researchers found.

One dead after crash between car and motorcycle in Auckland's Howick
The crash took place on Auckland's Pakuranga Road.

Eid al-Adha a major Muslim holiday, and Saudi Arabia confirms start date

Six Israeli citizens arrested for weapons, drugs smuggling on Egyptian, Jordanian borders

Logitech launches comfy MK880 keyboard & mouse combo
Long hours at a desk are the target as a cushioned keyboard and silent mouse aim to ease strain and noise for hybrid workers.

'I could die here': Kiwi activist alleges violent abuse by Israeli forces
Hahona Ormsby claims he was beaten for hours and rammed into a wall until he was unconscious after being arrested on an aid flotilla bound for Gaza.

‘It is time for Parliament to allow courts to do their work’: Senior lawyers sound alarm over law-making trend
The New Zealand Bar Association has warned the Government that their law-making actions pose a growing risk to the rule of law.

What is going on with Ferrari and will Verstappen quit? F1 Q&A
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions after the Canadian Grand Prix.

Ferrari unveils first fully electric car
The new Luce model has divided opinion on social media, and comes despite intense pressure from Chinese EV makers.

How Ella Toone is navigating grief through football
England and Manchester United midfielder Ella Toone opens up about grief, football and preparing for her wedding without her dad in a new BBC documentary.