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New Zealand invests  $1.35 million on quantum and photonic innovation

The government is investing $1.35 million to explore New Zealand's strengths in quantum and photonic research. The initiative aims to...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 27 Jan 2026 | 2 min read
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Kiwi businesses hit by stealthy slump in Google Search rankings

New Zealand businesses are increasingly reporting weaker visibility in Google search results, accompanied by a drop in inbound enquiries. ...

By Nicole Valdez | 27 Jan 2026 | 2 min read
pope leo xiv flags dangers of emotive ai chatbots

Pope Leo XIV flags dangers of emotive AI chatbots

Pope Leo XIV has warned of the risks posed by artificial intelligence chatbots designed to be overly warm and engaging. In...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 27 Jan 2026 | 2 min read
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Sky TV reveals partnership with Paramount

Sky TV has broadened its content alliance with U.S. media powerhouse Paramount. According to Sky, the partnership will deliver U.S. drama,...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 27 Jan 2026 | 1 min read
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Government activates accommodation support for storm-displaced Kiwis in North Island

The government has activated its Temporary Accommodation Service (TAS) to assist those displaced by recent severe weather events impacting North...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 27 Jan 2026 | 1 min read
gold price smashes 5,000 barrier

Gold price smashes $5,000 barrier

The spot price of gold has soared past $5,000 per ounce for the first time. This extends a stunning rally...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 27 Jan 2026 | 2 min read
deadly winter storm hits us hard

Deadly winter storm hits US hard

A massive winter onslaught, named Winter Storm Fern, has devastated North America from northern Mexico to the U.S. north-east, claiming...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 27 Jan 2026 | 2 min read
leak uncovers russia's abuse of interpol wanted lists

Leak uncovers Russia’s abuse of Interpol wanted lists

A whistleblower handed over thousands of Interpol files exposing Russia's widespread abuse of the global police network to target dissidents...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 27 Jan 2026 | 2 min read
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Auckland bakery stops selling horse meat pies following council inspection

A bakery in Auckland has stopped the sales of its popular pie following Auckland Council's ruling that its horse meat...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 27 Jan 2026 | 2 min read
protests surge after minneapolis nurse killing

Protests surge after Minneapolis nurse killing

Federal agents fatally shot 37-year-old intensive care nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis on Saturday during an immigration raid on Nicollet...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 27 Jan 2026 | 2 min read
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Sports physiotherapy drives predictable growth in New Zealand rehab sector

Revenue growth in New Zealand’s physiotherapy sector is being underwritten by repeat utilisation rather than one-off patient visits. IBISWorld estimates...

By Nicole Valdez | 26 Jan 2026 | 2 min read

Asthma cases set to climb as children return to school

The Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ is calling on parents, caregivers, and schools to stay vigilant for asthma attack symptoms,...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 26 Jan 2026 | 2 min read
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New housing development set for Dunedin’s former Bayfield bowling site

A housing development is set to rise in Dunedin on the site of the former Bayfield Bowling Club on Bayfield...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 26 Jan 2026 | 1 min read
gmail spam filters fail worldwide

Gmail spam filters fail worldwide

Gmail encounters widespread disruption in spam filtering and email sorting functions. Users across the globe report chaotic inboxes as the...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 26 Jan 2026 | 1 min read

Academic year 2026 launches today

Schools are permitted to commence the 2026 school year anytime from today until Monday, 9 February. Among them will be two...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 26 Jan 2026 | 1 min read
eu, india near landmark trade deal

EU, India near landmark trade deal

European Council President António Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will headline India's Republic Day on Monday....

By Mike Jerome Infante | 26 Jan 2026 | 3 min read
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