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AI toys set to spark China’s next consumer boom, experts say

Chinese experts and business leaders said AI toys, designed for emotional support and companionship, are primed to ignite the next...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 16 Dec 2025 | 2 min read
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WoF reforms risk higher repair costs and safety gaps, MTA warns

The Motor Trade Association cautions that proposed Warrant of Fitness reforms may drive up repair expenses and compromise vehicle safety. The...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 16 Dec 2025 | 2 min read
india's sim rules test whatsapp's top market

India’s SIM rules test WhatsApp’s top market

WhatsApp, Meta's vital messaging tool for millions of Indians, faces a regulatory storm in its largest market. New government orders...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 16 Dec 2025 | 2 min read
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Food and fibre sector eyes $62b peak in 2026

According to the government's latest Situation and Outlook for Primary Industries report, next year's food and fibre exports are projected...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 16 Dec 2025 | 1 min read
services sector weakens, sours recovery prospects

Services sector weakens, sours recovery prospects

Services sector activity weakened further in November, hitting its lowest level in six months and dimming prospects for a recovery...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 16 Dec 2025 | 2 min read
fda plans black box warning on covid vaccines

FDA plans black box warning on Covid vaccines

U.S. regulators under President Donald Trump plan to slap their harshest safety label—a "black box" warning—on Covid-19 vaccines, sources tell...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 16 Dec 2025 | 2 min read
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Minimum wage up 2% from April 1

From April 1 next year, New Zealand's minimum wage will rise to $23.95 per hour, a 2% increase from the...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 16 Dec 2025 | 3 min read
hong kong court convicts media tycoon on security charges

Hong Kong court convicts media tycoon on security charges

A Hong Kong court has convicted Jimmy Lai, the city's prominent media tycoon, on two national security charges and one...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 16 Dec 2025 | 2 min read
uk’s new mi6 chief warns of threats everywhere amid russia surge

UK’s new Mi6 chief warns of threats everywhere amid Russia surge

Blaise Metreweli, Britain's new MI6 director and the first woman in the agency's 116-year history to hold the public-facing "C"...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 16 Dec 2025 | 2 min read
prosecutors accuse yoon of provoking north korea for martial law

Prosecutors accuse Yoon of provoking North Korea for martial law

South Korean authorities have levelled explosive accusations against deposed President Yoon Suk Yeol, claiming he orchestrated provocations against North Korea...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 16 Dec 2025 | 2 min read
australia eyes stricter firearms rules after bondi shooting

Australia eyes stricter firearms rules after Bondi shooting

The Bondi Beach shooting during a Hanukkah event has intensified pressure for tougher Australian firearms restrictions. A father-son pair killed 16...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 16 Dec 2025 | 2 min read
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Minister of Internal Affairs urges Kiwis to check passport expiry date

Kiwis are encouraged to verify their passport expiry dates ahead of summer, anticipating a huge spike in applications next year. In...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 16 Dec 2025 | 2 min read
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NZ Winegrowers advances sustainability with mandatory biosecurity

New Zealand Winegrowers has reported progress in sustainability initiatives during 2025, including the introduction of mandatory biosecurity planning and the...

By Nicole Valdez | 15 Dec 2025 | 2 min read
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NZ employment law changes backed by Committee

The Education and Workforce Select Committee has recommended the Employment Relations Amendment Bill proceed to passage, signalling the most significant...

By Nicole Valdez | 15 Dec 2025 | 2 min read
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New Forests closes A$700m fund after NZ asset sale

Australia-based forestry investor New Forests has closed a A$700 million (NZ$803m) investment fund after agreeing to sell its remaining New...

By Nicole Valdez | 15 Dec 2025 | 2 min read
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Northland business boom masks rising joblessness

Northland has more registered businesses in Aotearoa; however, the region is grappling with the highest unemployment rate in the country,...

By Nicole Valdez | 15 Dec 2025 | 2 min read
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