Comancheros Meth Syndicate Manager Jailed in Auckland

Justin Te Kowhai was sentenced to 17 years and four months’ imprisonment in the High Court at Auckland after pleading guilty to charges including laundering money, possessing at least 150kg of methamphetamine for supply, and scheming to smuggle bulk drugs from China, South America, and the Pacific Islands. Te Kowhai entered his guilty pleas in … Read more

Urgent Water Conservation Notice Issued for Far North Residents

Contractors are working to repair a damaged mains water supply pipe on a busy highway, with the job expected to take several hours and finish around 3.30pm. A Far North District Council spokesman told the Herald that photos of the damaged pipe appear to show signs of erosion, though it remains unknown exactly how the … Read more

How Scammers Target Kiwis During Major Life Events

New Zealanders are increasingly integrating artificial intelligence into major life decisions, yet nearly a quarter of the population lacks confidence in their ability to identify AI-generated scams. According to findings on digital literacy, 40% of Kiwis now use AI for daily decision-making, even as scammers exploit these tools to create convincing, event-based frauds that target … Read more

Nelly Korda Wins US Women’s Open Title

Nelly Korda secured her fourth major championship title and her second consecutive major victory by winning the US Women’s Open in Los Angeles. According to Reuters, Korda finished at 8-under-par at the historic Riviera course, holding off challengers Charley Hull and Gaby Lopez by a single stroke to claim a $2.5 million winner’s share from … Read more

Tauranga sports facility projects advance as councillors demand cost control

The combined projected cost for the Memorial Park Aquatic Centre and a “national-scale courts and events hub” at Baypark could decrease from $190 million to $158 million. This potential reduction follows a doubling of funding from partners and development contributions, which now total $67 million. While councillors have agreed to move forward with these projects, … Read more

Hundreds of Foreign Nationals Detained in Major Gambling Raid in Jakarta

The Industrialization of Cybercrime: Beyond the Digital Screen The recent massive raid in West Jakarta, where hundreds of foreign nationals were detained in a high-tech gambling hub, reveals a chilling shift in the landscape of global crime. We are no longer dealing with lone hackers in basements; we are witnessing the “industrialization” of cybercrime. Modern … Read more

Excitement builds for new Mitre 10 Mega in Pāpāmoa East

Pāpāmoa’s New Mitre 10 MEGA: A Glimpse into the Future of Retail Pāpāmoa is on the cusp of a significant retail upgrade with the arrival of a new Mitre 10 MEGA store at The Sands. This isn’t just about a bigger hardware store; it’s a reflection of evolving consumer habits and the demands of a … Read more

Rev. June Dolley-Major slams cops for brushing off Joshlin Smith ‘discoveries’

South African police have refuted claims circulating on social media regarding the discovery of the body of six-year-old Joshlin Smith, who has been missing since February 2024. The denial comes as a local pastor alleges that potential evidence in the case has not received adequate attention from law enforcement. Search Continues, Questions Raised Joshlin Smith … Read more

Reviva Pharmaceuticals Announces Major Share Consolidation Plan

Reviva, Pharmaceuticals 07.03.2026 – 01:28:22 | boerse-global.de Reviva Pharmaceuticals enacts a 1-for-20 reverse stock split to boost share price for Nasdaq compliance and attract institutional investors, effective March 9. Reviva Pharmaceuticals Holdings Inc. (RVPH) is implementing a 1-for-20 reverse stock split, effective at the market open on Monday, March 9. Navigating Reverse Stock Splits: A … Read more