Australia urges vaccination as measles cases rise, highlighting gaps in immunity, the risks of a highly contagious virus, and the need for renewed public health vigilance.
A dengue outbreak in Rarotonga has drawn local public health response and raised broader questions for New Zealand’s Dr. Shane Reti about regional support, surveillance, and preparedness for emerging disease threats.
Federal leaders have urged protesters in Sydney to remain respectful after clashes with police during demonstrations against Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit, emphasizing peaceful expression and public safety.
Media tycoon and democracy advocate Jimmy Lai received a 20-year prison sentence in Hong Kong, marking a defining moment under the city’s national security law.
Juan Pablo Guanipa, freed from jail in Caracas after long detention, was reportedly seized again hours later, deepening uncertainty amid Venezuela’s ongoing political tensions.
A week after a mother was reported missing in Guthrie, investigators continue their search as the community waits quietly for answers and holds hope amid uncertainty.
A landmark U.S. jury trial has begun in California, where Meta and Google’s YouTube face allegations that their platforms were engineered to be addictive to youth, potentially influencing future tech liability cases.
A landmark New Mexico trial against Meta focuses on whether the company’s platforms failed to protect children from sexual exploitation and misrepresented safety, with opening statements underway.
New Zealand’s Energy Minister rejects claims that a charge funding a new LNG import facility is a levy or tax, as Labour argues the cost will still flow to consumers.
Meta and Google face a US jury in a landmark trial examining whether platform design contributes to digital addiction, marking a shift in how technology accountability is debated.
A person remains in critical condition after an assault in central Christchurch, with police investigating the incident and seeking to understand what led to the violence.
A proposed gas import facility in Taranaki is expected to help stabilize supply and save New Zealand millions by avoiding energy shortages and price shocks.
G8 scraps its dividend after a $350 million impairment, while Treasury Wine settles a U.S. dispute, signaling a broader corporate shift toward balance-sheet strength and certainty.
Fathers of Australians who died in a poisoning incident in Laos are urging the Australian government to take stronger action as investigations continue and questions remain unanswered.
King Charles III has signaled support for police inquiries involving Prince Andrew amid renewed Epstein-related scrutiny, emphasizing respect for due process over personal intervention.
Reports say King Charles III is prepared to cooperate with police if requested in matters involving renewed scrutiny of Prince Andrew, underscoring respect for due process.
Two Auckland students from different schools were struck by cars while heading to class and are being treated at Starship Hospital, prompting investigations and concern across school communities.
Authorities are investigating a cruise ship following whistleblower complaints, with the operator cooperating as officials review claims and gather evidence.
A Rotorua nanny remembered for her kindness is being mourned as police investigate her death as a homicide, leaving a community reflecting on care, loss, and unanswered questions.
As growth cools, DTC telehealth companies are shifting focus from rapid expansion to defending their businesses through broader care models, partnerships, and trust.
The decomposed bodies of a young couple were found in a rented Setia Alam home. Police reported no signs of foul play and are awaiting post-mortem results.
King Charles III has commented for the first time on renewed scrutiny linked to new Epstein files involving Prince Andrew, offering a restrained response focused on institutional boundaries.
Palestinians say recent Israeli measures in the West Bank amount to de facto annexation, altering control through gradual administrative changes rather than formal declarations.
Anas Sarwar’s latest strategy marks his biggest political risk yet, favoring patience and credibility over noise as he seeks to rebuild Scottish Labour’s standing.