
As Honor Approaches and Hesitation Lingers: A Decision That Almost Turned
Samoa’s PM says Christopher Luxon nearly cancelled a chiefly title ceremony just hours before it went ahead.

Samoa’s PM says Christopher Luxon nearly cancelled a chiefly title ceremony just hours before it went ahead.

A young boy born with a severe heart condition has never left hospital, receiving continuous care as doctors work toward future treatment options.

Waioweka Gorge highway closed again for several hours as authorities manage safety concerns along the route.

Fire crews are battling a large blaze in Milson, Palmerston North, with emergency services working to contain the fire.

Napier councillors have appointed Graeme Taylor as deputy mayor, marking the third change in the role within a month.

A New Zealand mother says her fuel costs tripled after losing school bus eligibility, raising concerns about transport policy impacts.

A crash has closed part of State Highway 1 in North Canterbury, causing delays as emergency services respond.

New Zealand is reviewing alcohol laws, with calls to abolish district licensing committees over concerns about consistency and efficiency.

Four people were arrested after a high-speed police chase across Auckland, with investigations ongoing.

A man linked to two killings decades apart has raised concerns about how mental health services responded over time.

Papua New Guinea has set terms for an inquiry into deadly landslides, aiming to investigate causes and improve future disaster preparedness.

New Zealand plans a health system overhaul to return some decision-making to local levels, aiming for more responsive community care.

China’s new five-year plan outlines expanded renewable energy ambitions, balancing rapid green growth with continued reliance on existing power systems.

New memos raise questions about whether U.S. Covid vaccine guidance fully used available data, sparking debate over transparency and decision-making in public health.

Conservation groups face funding uncertainty as USAID support declines, prompting a shift toward new partnerships, local solutions, and innovative financing models.

Asia faces a deepening energy crisis as Iran war disrupts oil and gas flows, forcing rationing, policy shifts, and urgent adjustments across the region.

An alleged airstrike on a Kabul hospital and rising border clashes have intensified tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan, with claims and denials leaving key facts unresolved.

A Utah woman who authored a grief book after her husband’s death has been found guilty of murdering him, reshaping the narrative of loss into one of criminal conviction.

A mysterious seven-hour explosion-like sound left communities searching for answers, highlighting how rare phenomena can challenge explanation.

Australia signals a shift in energy policy as data centres may be required to generate their own renewable power amid rising AI-driven demand.

A post-mortem is due after a man died in a suspected stabbing. Gardaí continue investigations, with details still emerging as authorities work to determine the circumstances.

A cyclist in his 70s died after a truck collision in Balbriggan, Dublin. A man in his 30s was arrested as investigations continue, with authorities appealing for witnesses.

More than 10,000 people are expected at Ballincollig’s volunteer-run parade, highlighting the quiet strength of community effort and tradition in one of Ireland’s largest local celebrations.

Spring break’s getting wrecked: gas at ~$3.79/gal (up 35¢ fast), storms canceling thousands of flights, stranding people. A simple getaway now feels like a luxury we can’t afford. Screw this—worth it anymore?