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the philippines evacuates nearly one million ahead of super typhoon

The Philippines evacuates nearly one million ahead of super typhoon

The Philippines has evacuated over 900,000 people as it prepares for Typhoon Fung-wong, which has been upgraded to a super...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 10 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
tongariro blaze consumes thousands of hectares

Tongariro blaze consumes thousands of hectares

A major wildfire burned across Tongariro National Park in New Zealand's central North Island, having scorched roughly 2500 hectares of...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 10 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
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Study reveals surge in employees taking sick leave

The Southern Cross Health Insurance and BusinessNZ Workplace Wellness study found an increase in workers taking sick leave. At the...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 08 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
targeted updates to keep new zealand competitive in global screen industry

Targeted updates to keep New Zealand competitive in global screen industry

Targeted updates will be implemented to the International Screen Production Rebate to keep New Zealand competitive and appealing for global...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 07 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
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Top workplace skills in demand, report reveals

New analysis by the recruitment platform SEEK highlights communication, relationship-building, and team leadership as the most sought-after workplace skills. "As tools...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 07 Nov 2025 | 1 min read
study warns of rapid coral loss on great barrier reef

Study warns of rapid coral loss on Great Barrier Reef

A new study predicts a severe decline in the Great Barrier Reef’s coral health by 2050 unless global warming is...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 07 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
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Air NZ introduces new pet carrier size and weight limits on domestic flights

Starting next week, Air New Zealand is implementing new size and weight restrictions for pet carriers on its smaller domestic...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 07 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
trump attacks nyc mayor elect mamdani after democratic election wins

Trump attacks NYC Mayor-Elect Mamdani after Democratic election wins

President Donald Trump criticised New York City’s Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani in a Miami speech on Wednesday, reaffirming his policy goals...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 07 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
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Labour promises free cervical screening if elected

The Labour Party has announced a key health policy ahead of the 2026 general election, pledging to make cervical screening...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 07 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
france moves to suspend shein website after paris store opening

France moves to suspend Shein website after Paris store opening

France has launched legal proceedings to suspend Shein’s website after prosecutors discovered childlike sex dolls listed on the platform. The...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 07 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
us to cut flights at major airports amid shutdown

US to cut flights at major airports amid shutdown

The United States is set to reduce flights by up to 10% at 40 major airports starting this Friday if...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 07 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
mexico president plans charges after street assault

Mexico president plans charges after street assault

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum has announced she will press charges after being sexually assaulted during a public event in Mexico...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 07 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
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Supreme Court challenges Trump’s tariffs

The U.S. Supreme Court held a crucial hearing on November 5 to examine the legality of President Donald Trump’s tariffs,...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 07 Nov 2025 | 3 min read
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$75 million investment to strengthen pandemic preparedness in New Zealand

Minister of Science, Innovation and Technology Shane Reti has announced a $75 million government investment to strengthen New Zealand’s resilience...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 07 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
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FMA initiates legal action over alleged manipulation of STU shares

The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) – Te Mana Tātai Hokohoko has initiated High Court civil proceedings against Franco Belgiorno-Nettis, a...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 06 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
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NZ stands strong as a top hub for commercial property investment, report shows

Despite the recent economic downturn, New Zealand remains one of the top countries globally for commercial property investment, a report...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 06 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
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