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house prepares for vote to release epstein files

House prepares for vote to release Epstein files

A discharge petition in the U.S. House moves to a full vote on releasing Epstein investigation files. The step was...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 14 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
toyota opens north carolina battery plant as us investment grows2

Toyota opens North Carolina battery plant as US investment grows

A new battery facility in North Carolina has begun production, part of a project valued at about $13.9 billion. Toyota...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 14 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
us govt shutdown ends as congress approves temporary funding

US govt shutdown ends as Congress approves temporary funding

The United States moved to end a record-breaking government shutdown as Congress approved a temporary funding measure, allowing a return...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 14 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
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New Zealand sees rise in visitor arrivals, report shows

Overseas visitor arrivals to New Zealand increased by approximately 6% in the year ending September 30, Stats NZ reports.  Visitor numbers...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 14 Nov 2025 | 1 min read
medication prescriptions

12-month medication prescriptions available to Kiwis starting next year

Starting 1 February 2026, New Zealanders will have access to 12-month prescriptions for their medications, aiming to provide relief for...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 13 Nov 2025 | 3 min read
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The Body Shop relaunches in New Zealand

Beauty brand The Body Shop has returned to New Zealand under new ownership with the opening of a new store...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 13 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
infratil

Infratil reports $2 billion net profit in first half

Infrastructure investor Infratil has reported a strong first-half performance for the period ended September 2025, with revenue increasing more than...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 13 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
threads adds new tools for podcast creators

Threads adds new tools for podcast creators

Meta’s Threads platform is upping its game to attract podcasters by launching features that make podcast discussions more visible and...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 13 Nov 2025 | 1 min read
israel demolishes over 1,500 buildings in gaza since ceasefire

Israel demolishes over 1,500 buildings in Gaza since ceasefire

Since the ceasefire with Hamas began on October 10, Israeli forces have demolished over 1,500 buildings in Gaza areas under...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 13 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
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Charter School Agency signs contract with non-existent trust

The Charter School Agency has signed a contract with a trust that does not exist.  Associate Education Minister David Seymour previously...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 13 Nov 2025 | 3 min read
asbestos notice

Kids coloured sand recalled due to asbestos contamination

The Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) said people need to stop using the Rainbow sand from Educational Colours...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 13 Nov 2025 | 3 min read
india’s start up ipo spree continues amid market concerns

India’s start-up IPO spree continues amid market concerns

India's start-up scene is witnessing a historic surge in IPO activity throughout 2025, establishing the country as a key player...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 13 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
house faces tight vote to end us government shutdown

House faces tight vote to end US government shutdown

Following the Senate’s approval of a spending bill designed to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, attention now...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 13 Nov 2025 | 3 min read
starmer vows to fight any leadership challenge

Starmer vows to fight any leadership challenge

Supporters of Sir Keir Starmer have made it clear he will resist any attempts by Labour MPs to challenge his...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 13 Nov 2025 | 3 min read
culture secretary urges bbc to rebuild public trust

Culture secretary urges BBC to rebuild public trust

The BBC is currently facing its most serious crisis in years following a Panorama documentary that edited together parts of...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 13 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
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Mainfreight reports 18.5% drop in net profit

Global transport firm Mainfreight reported a challenging first half for the 2025 financial year, with net profit down 18.5%. Tighter margins...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 13 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
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