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european companies struggle as china limits rare earth exports

European companies struggle as China limits rare earth exports

China’s firm hold on rare earth minerals is causing substantial financial losses for foreign companies, with the European Chamber of...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 18 Sep 2025 | 2 min read
four arrested after images of trump, epstein shown at windsor castle

Four arrested after images of Trump, Epstein shown at Windsor Castle

During President Donald Trump's state visit to the United Kingdom, four individuals were apprehended after unauthorised images were beamed onto...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 18 Sep 2025 | 3 min read
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NZ ed-tech company Kami buys UK-based Book Creator

Auckland-based edtech company Kami has purchased UK firm Book Creator for an undisclosed amount. The ed-tech platform anticipates expanding its reach...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 18 Sep 2025 | 2 min read
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New Zealand and Saudi Arabia move to deepen investment links

Todd McClay, Minister for Trade and Investment, met with His Excellency Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al-Falih, Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Investment,...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 17 Sep 2025 | 2 min read
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More than 100 jobs at risk as Carter Holt Harvey plans Tokoroa plant closure

Over 100 jobs are at risk in Tokoroa as Carter Holt Harvey intends to close its local plywood manufacturing plant. "It’s...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 17 Sep 2025 | 2 min read
spotify free users can now pick and play any song

Spotify free users can now pick and play any song

Spotify has rolled out a major update to its free streaming service, now allowing users without a subscription to select...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 17 Sep 2025 | 2 min read
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Government temporarily halts recognition of unsafe international adoptions

Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee has announced that the government is acting swiftly to suspend recognition of unsafe international adoptions,...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 17 Sep 2025 | 3 min read
paypal rolls out personalised payment links with crypto features

PayPal rolls out personalised payment links with crypto features

PayPal has introduced a new feature designed to make sending money between individuals faster and simpler by using personalised, single-use...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 17 Sep 2025 | 2 min read
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Methane-reducing vaccines set to hit NZ farms by next year

Vaccines aimed at reducing methane emissions from cows and other farm animals could soon be available to New Zealand farmers,...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 17 Sep 2025 | 2 min read
google’s new ai features tackle health queries, medical research

Alphabet reaches $3 trillion market value

Alphabet has surpassed a $3 trillion market capitalisation, joining an exclusive group that includes Nvidia, Microsoft, and Apple. On Monday,...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 17 Sep 2025 | 2 min read
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Tesla’s stock climbs 85% to erase yearly losses

Tesla’s shares have surged sharply this year, recovering from early setbacks to climb 85% since hitting a low in April....

By Mike Jerome Infante | 17 Sep 2025 | 2 min read
lawmakers push for tiktok ban amid national security concerns

TikTok deal dominates US-China trade discussions in Madrid

Trade talks between the United States and China ended in Madrid on Monday after two days of discussions focused on...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 17 Sep 2025 | 2 min read
trump files 15 billion lawsuit against the new york times

Trump files $15 billion lawsuit against the New York Times

U.S. President Donald Trump has taken legal action against The New York Times by filing a $15 billion defamation and...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 17 Sep 2025 | 3 min read
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Wattie’s cuts peach grower contracts in Hawke’s Bay amid production scale-back

Wattie’s has informed several peach growers in Hawke’s Bay that their fruit will no longer be needed, as the company...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 17 Sep 2025 | 2 min read
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Auckland florists say UFG monopoly is hurting their businesses

Auckland florists say their trade is being squeezed by rising costs, poor-quality supplies, and a culture of fear surrounding their...

By Nicole Valdez | 16 Sep 2025 | 2 min read
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Food prices rise 5% in August, Stats NZ data shows

Food prices in August were 5% higher than in the same month last year, data from Stats NZ has shown.  Incomes...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 16 Sep 2025 | 2 min read
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