$54.7m cut from property asking prices as sellers ‘read the room’
More than $54 million has been cut from property asking prices across New Zealand in the first quarter of 2026, new data shows, as sellers adjust expectations to better match…
Why spider webs have blanketed towns across the North Island
Spider webs have spun their way across the North Island in recent days, with the arachnids leaving homes, fences, trees and reserves draped in gossamer from parts of Auckland to…
Why banks are so worried the latest AI models will rob them
The legendary American bank robber Willie Sutton spent 40 years robbing banks because, as he claimed in his autobiography, he loved doing it. And when asked why he chose banks…
Idris Elba marks 7th wedding anniversary with wife Sabrina, calls marriage “magical”
Actor Idris Elba celebrated his seventh wedding anniversary with wife Sabrina Elba, marking the occasion with a heartfelt tribute and a series of nostalgic memories shared on social media, according…
“Used to remember 8-10 pages of lines”: Ashoke Pandit pays tribute to late actor Bharat Kapoor
Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit paid tribute to veteran actor Bharat Kapoor, who passed away in Mumbai at the age of 80 years. He described him as a “talented actor” who had…
‘We do not take this access for granted’ – Breakfast on Luxon withdrawal
The co-hosts of TVNZ’s Breakfast show say they do not take the access to New Zealand politicians for granted, in the wake of Christopher Luxon’s decision to cut his standing…
‘Avoid the area’: 40 firefighters race to blaze in west Auckland
Around 40 firefighters from 14 crews are currently attempting to put out a large blaze at a boat building facility in west Auckland. Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) spokesperson…
UNGA President Baerbock to hold bilateral meetings with EAM Jaishankar during India visit on April 28
The President of the United Nations General Assembly, Annalena Baerbock, will hold bilateral meetings with External Affairs Minister S.Jaishankar during her official visit to India beginning Tuesday, according to the…
US would not tolerate Iran normalising tolls on Hormuz passage: Secretary of State Rubio
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday (local time) strongly criticised attempts by Iran to regulate or monetise the passage of vessels through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, warning…
US DoJ files 3 federal charges against Cole Allen in White House dinner shooting case, more counts likely
US Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on Monday informed that the Department of Justice has filed three federal charges against Cole Tomas Allen, the 31-year-old suspect in the White House…
King Charles arrives in DC amid trans-Atlantic tensions, 250th anniversary cheers
Under a spotlight of historic symbolism and modern geopolitical friction, King Charles III and Queen Camilla touched down at Joint Base Andrews on Monday to begin a landmark four-day State…
Taliban accuses Pakistan of cross-border strikes killing 4 in Afghanistan; Islamabad denies claims as ‘blatant lie’ amid peace talks
The Taliban accused Pakistan of launching cross-border mortar and rocket attacks in eastern Afghanistan’s Kunar province on Monday, claiming that at least four people were killed and dozens injured, as…
Iran FM Abbas Araghchi lands in Pakistan for third visit in 48 hours
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Islamabad on Tuesday after concluding his engagements in Russia, as part of an ongoing diplomatic outreach aimed at ending the conflict with the…
ISIS claims responsibility for killing 29 in Nigeria’s Adamawa
The Islamic State, ISIL (ISIS), has claimed responsibility for an attack that killed at least 29 people in Nigeria’s Adamawa state, according to a statement issued by the group on…
White House calls for Kimmel’s ouster over “expectant widow” remark; calls rhetoric ‘deranged’
The Trump administration has launched a scathing critique of late-night television host Jimmy Kimmel, linking his recent on-air remarks to a “deranged” climate of political hostility. The demand for Kimmel’s…
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INDIA–NEW ZEALAND FREE TRADE AGREEMENT SIGNALS NEW ERA FOR BUSINESS – INZBC
INZBC welcomes the India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement signed in New Delhi today as a game-changer in the trading relationship between the two countries, improving market access and certainty for…
From development to disorder: KTR blasts Congress governance; confronts Tejaswi Surya over “insult” to Telangana
BRS Working President KT Rama Rao (KTR) launched a multi-fronted attack on Monday, accusing the Congress-led state government of dismantling Telangana’s developmental legacy while simultaneously taking a firm stand against…
No one is above the law: Telangana CM launches ‘SPANDANA’ teams, vows zero tolerance for drug-linked crimes
Sending a clear warning to the state’s elite, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Monday formally launched the SPANDANA Teams (Takshana Rakshana) program at the TG ICCC Auditorium. The initiative…
Union Health Secretary urges states, UTs to boost preparedness amid IMD heatwave forecast
The Union Health Secretary on Monday wrote to all State and UT Chief Secretaries on heatwave preparedness and advised them to operationalise dedicated Heat Stroke Management Units at all health…
“Insult to Vokkaliga community”: Swami Pranavananda urges Congress to make DK Shivakumar CM of Karnataka
President of the Arya Idiga Kendra Samiti, Swami Pranavananda, on Monday urged the Congress high command to appoint Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar as the Chief Minister of Karnataka, asserting…
Himachal poll panel announces May 22 civic elections for Rohru, Narkanda
The Himachal Pradesh State Election Commission on Monday announced the schedule for elections to the Rohru Municipal Council and Narkanda Nagar Panchayat, with polling slated for May 22. With the…
BJP National President Nitin Navin visits Jaipur after Bengal campaign, holds key organisational meeting
Nitin Navin, National President of the Bharatiya Janata Party, arrived in Jaipur on Monday after concluding election campaigning in West Bengal. He received a traditional and grand welcome from party…
“Change is certain”: Dharmendra Pradhan predicts TMC exit as Bengal enters phase 2 polls
As the second phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections unfolds, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has projected a decisive shift in the state’s political landscape, claiming that public sentiment has…
“He should not move such letters…”: Former Uttarakhand HC Judge slams Kejriwal’s stance over Delhi HC’s recusal case verdict
Former Uttarakhand High Court Judge, Justice Lok Pal Singh on Monday criticised Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal over his letter about not appearing before the Delhi High Court in…
IGPL stars Bhullar and Pukhraj tied for 26th place in Singapore
Gaganjeet Bhullar had a disappointing finish at the International Series, Singapore, as he finished the week with a 2-over 73 and ended tied-26th after having been in a position to…