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North Island floods may cost economy about $466m, economist says

The floods that battered Auckland, parts of the Bay of Plenty and King Country may cost the economy close to half a billion dollars.

Alex Murdaugh interview with law enforcement played at murder trial

A law enforcement officer testified that Murdaugh implied he murdered his son in an interview three days after the murder, but the audio is ambiguous.

FIFA shifts Women's World Cup match to bigger stadium

Fan interest forces FIFA to change first game of the Women's World Cup to bigger venue in Australia.

Ban on blood donation because of mad cow disease likely to be lifted

The ban cut out about 10 percent of possible blood donors.

Oranga Tamariki considering reopening controversial children's home as more beds needed

Oranga Tamariki shut down the 10-bed Te Oranga care and protection house two years ago after video leaked of a boy being held in a headlock.

Deputy talks up role of media in disasters, mayor dubs them 'drongos'

Desley Simpson says she's "happy to talk", while Wayne Brown complains about having to "deal with media drongos". Audio

2 monkeys missing from Dallas Zoo believed to have been taken, police say

"It was clear the habitat had been intentionally compromised," police said in a statement.

Man who drove Tesla off cliff with family inside charged with attempted murder

Two of the three counts have enhancements for domestic violence, court documents show.

Multiple people shot in Lakeland, Florida, police say

At least 10 people were injured in a drive-by shooting.

Uninsured flatmates make hasty escape before floodwaters almost hit ceiling

A low lying area in the central Auckland suburb of Grey Lynn is in tatters following last Friday night's flooding. Audio

Cindy Williams, "Laverne & Shirley" actor, is dead at 75

Williams played Shirley opposite Penny Marshall's Laverne on the popular sitcom.

Inexpensive drones helping Ukrainian troops keep control of Bakhmut

In underground hi-tech command centers, soldiers — some of whom are former gamers and IT workers — use inexpensive drones to stream live video from the frontline.

St Mary's Bay residents blame blocked drains, poorly designed stormwater for huge slips

St Mary's Bay residents are blaming the council for massive slips that left some homes hanging precariously over the northern motorway approach to the Auckland Harbour Bridge.

Memphis Fire Department fires 3 employees involved in Tyre Nichols response

The three employees violated "numerous" policies and protocols, the department said.

Memphis' SCORPION unit lacked training, former police say

A former Memphis officer said the unit's training consisted of PowerPoint presentations, one day of suspect apprehension training and one day at the firing range.

Emergency housing providers deny alleged link to reported crime spike

Businesses and community leaders in Christchurch are concerned around an alleged increase in crime.

Life insurance for seniors: Dos and don'ts

If you're an older adult considering life insurance then it helps to understand the following dos and don'ts.

Biden administration plans to end COVID-19 emergency declarations May 11

Former President Trump first declared a national emergency on March 13, 2020.

State Farm says it stopped insuring some Kia, Hyundai vehicles

The decision comes after an analysis found some 2015-19 Hyundai and Kia vehicles lack protections to prevent theft.

AP deletes widely mocked tweet about 'the French'

The Associated Press, the biggest news agency in the United States, has apologised after it was ridiculed for warning journalists against referring to "the French".

Biden says U.S. won't be providing F-16s to Ukraine

U.S. officials hadn't before closed off that possibility.

"Father of Peeps" candy inventor Bob Born dies at 98

Ira "Bob" Born developed a machine to make the marshmallow chicks in just six minutes, down from 27 hours previously.

Here's how much renting will cost you versus buying a home

In 45 of the 50 largest cities, buyers pay far more for the privilege to own a home than they do to rent.

Officials don't rule out more charges in Tyre Nichols' death

The statement comes after the release of police videos, which have led to more officers facing investigation.

Travis, Jason Kelce will be first brothers to play each other in Super Bowl history

"It's going to be an amazing feeling playing against him," Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce said.

Opinion: Much more to Australian Open 2023 than ball and net

Another Australian Open completed, the 23rd for New Zealand tennis correspondent Dave Worsley. Here are 15-ish of his thoughts on the tournament.

Two cars used in Auckland burglary getaway - police

Four people have been arrested following a burglary in Pt Chevalier, three of them youths.

Auckland Council warns of poo-infected water, strong winds

Officials are also urging Aucklanders to take advantage of the calm before the next storm and clear drains outside their homes. Audio

Winter weather cancels flights in Texas as storm heads east

Southwest Airlines and American Airlines are canceling dozens of flights in north Texas, which is under a winter storm warning until midweek.

LIV Golf plans to hold 3 events at Trump-owned properties

Donald Trump has defended his business ties to Saudi Arabia-backed golf tournament despite monarchy's human rights record.