The family of Samuel McAlister has received formal DNA confirmation that remains discovered on Motukaramarama Island in January belong to the missing kayaker. McAlister disappeared in September 2023 after failing to return from a fishing trip in the Firth of Thames. According to police, the remains underwent forensic examination and DNA testing before the results … Read more
The Philippine Senate is set to convene as an impeachment court on July 6 to determine the fate of Vice President Sara Duterte, following her impeachment by the House of Representatives on charges of corruption, betrayal of public trust, and an alleged assassination plot. This high-stakes legal proceeding follows the June 17 election of Sherwin … Read more
The Hurricanes secured a dominant 60-5 victory over the Chiefs in the Super Rugby Pacific final, a result defined by a standout performance from Jordie Barrett and a masterclass in game management from Ruben Love. According to official match reports, the Hurricanes’ backline efficiency and defensive intensity dismantled a Chiefs side that struggled with unforced … Read more
The Hurricanes host the Chiefs in the Super Rugby Pacific grand final at Hnry Stadium in Wellington this Saturday at 7:05 pm. Both teams finished the regular season with identical 11-3 records, but the Hurricanes secured home-field advantage by finishing four points clear on the competition standings. The match marks the Hurricanes’ fourth appearance in … Read more
Government officials are engaging with the fishing industry and the Department of Conservation to review orca bycatch protocols following a confirmed death of an orca in a set-net. Jones stated that the incident, which occurred during a shark-fishing operation, was documented by an onboard camera, an event he cited as evidence that current monitoring requirements … Read more
Fonterra has entered a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) with ANZA to support the development of the Somerton Solar Farm in New Zealand. The project, which will connect to the EA Network grid, is designed to generate approximately 65,000MWh of renewable electricity annually. According to Fonterra chief operating officer Anna Palairet, the deal provides the … Read more
Grammy-winning singer Duffy is returning to the public eye following a years-long withdrawal from the music industry triggered by a traumatic abduction and rape in 2010. The singer, known for hits like “Mercy,” revealed in 2020 that she was drugged, held captive for four weeks, and subjected to severe abuse, an ordeal that left her … Read more
Zahara Jolie has increasingly signaled a shift in her legal identity, dropping the “Pitt” surname in public and academic settings following the finalization of her parents’ divorce in December 2024. According to reports from Essence and observations during her recent college graduation, the 20-year-old has transitioned to using “Jolie” exclusively, a move that mirrors similar … Read more
The ACT Party has proposed a new three-year Rural Workforce Visa designed to address chronic labour shortages in New Zealand’s dairy, sheep, beef, and general farming sectors. Agriculture spokesman Andrew Hoggard confirmed the visa will be exempt from the party’s previously proposed infrastructure levy, citing the unique economic pressures faced by rural communities. The policy, … Read more
Superintendent Naidoo’s decision to run for the Labour Party has ignited a critical debate regarding the boundaries of political neutrality for high-ranking law enforcement officials. As senior officers transition from public service to political candidacy, institutions face growing pressure to manage conflicts of interest and safeguard the public’s perception of impartial policing. Why is the … Read more