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Sir Russell takes a rough ride on an ocean of obstacles: Opinion: The SailGP boss is dogged by extremes and red tape but overlooks how caring for dolphins aligns ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/03/25/sir-russell-takes-a-rough-ride-on-an-ocean-of-obstacles/
Climate scientist Dr Jim Salinger named New Zealander of the Year: Climate scientist Dr Jim Salinger has been named as the Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Te ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/512850/climate-scientist-dr-jim-salinger-named-new-zealander-of-the-year
The confused place where Seymour and Ardern converge: Comment: Treating te Tiriti as between individual Māori and Pākehā seeks to absolve the Crown of its duty ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/03/22/holly-bennett-the-confused-place-where-seymour-and-ardern-converge/
South Africa Bus Crash Kills 45, but 8-Year-old Survives: The bus, which was carrying people from Botswana to an Easter weekend pilgrimage in South Africa ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/28/world/africa/south-africa-bus-crash.html
Quick Glance: South Africa Bus Tragedy: 45 Dead, 8-Year-Old Sole Survivor
- A bus plunged 165 feet into a ravine, resulting in 45 fatalities, with only an 8-year-old girl surviving.
- The girl received medical attention after the crash on the way to an Easter pilgrimage in South Africa.
- The incident occurred on a scenic, mountainous road near Moria, a pilgrimage site.
- South Africa had over 12,400 road fatalities in 2022, highlighting road safety concerns.
Baltimore bridge collapse: What warnings preceded the ship's crash?: Less than a minute before Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed from the impact of ...
reuters.com/world/us/baltimore-radio-dispatch-stop-bridge-traffic-may-have-saved-lives-2024-03-28/
Quick Glance: Survivors of Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Workers in Their Cars
- Julio Cervantes survived bridge collapse, others missing or dead
- Construction workers were in their cars when ship hit bridge
- Two bodies found, four missing, presumed dead
- President Biden promises bridge reconstruction
Tributes to mother and daughters who died in Mayo crash: Tributes have been paid to the mother and two daughters who died in a traffic collision in Co Mayo ...
rte.ie/news/connacht/2024/0327/1440178-mayo-crash/
Whakaata Māori celebrates 20 years of telling Māori stories: The broadcaster has survived the last two decades by staying true to its kaupapa, despite challenges ...
rnz.co.nz/news/te-manu-korihi/512948/whakaata-maori-celebrates-20-years-of-telling-maori-stories
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy raises $1.5M for family of slain cop Jonathan Diller
nypost.com/2024/03/28/us-news/barstool-sports-founder-dave-portnoy-raises-1-5m-for-family-of-slain-cop-jonathan-diller/
Quick Glance: Barstool Sports Founder Dave Portnoy Raises $1.5M for Slain Cop Jonathan Diller's Family
- Dave Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports, announced raising $1.5 million for the family of slain NYPD officer Jonathan Diller after vowing to match contributions.
- Portnoy expressed condolences for the fallen officer, highlighting the importance of supporting law enforcement. He appealed for donations and committed to donating all proceeds.
- The fallen officer Diller was shot by a suspect when a routine traffic stop in Queens escalated. Portnoy emphasized the tragedy and praised the community's support for the deceased officer's family.
- The Silver Shield Foundation offers assistance for Diller's 1-year-old son to fund his future education. Portnoy pledged to double all proceeds to support the family, stressing the need for a united response to such tragedies.
I’m Serious: Drive to the Airport for the People You Love: Picking up and dropping off the people you care about is a hassle—and worth it.
wsj.com/lifestyle/travel/holiday-airport-pickup-dropoff-traffic-d517babd
SailGP's first day cancelled after dolphins spotted on course: Racing has been abandoned entirely after a dolphin that earlier delayed the start did not move on.
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/512507/sailgp-s-first-day-cancelled-after-dolphins-spotted-on-course
510,000 travellers used Singapore-Malaysia land checkpoints on Mar 28, highest in a single day
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/510000-woodlands-tuas-checkpoints-singapore-malaysia-good-friday-4230131
New Zealand says parliamentarian entities hit in 2021 by malicious cyber activity linked to...
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‘Not a big deal’: Schools unfazed by new mandatory teaching hours: Schools are now teaching mandatory hours of reading, writing and maths. But has anything ...
thespinoff.co.nz/politics/26-03-2024/not-a-big-deal-schools-unfazed-by-new-mandatory-teaching-hours
'Significant job losses' planned at NZ Post as mail delivery faces changes: "The way we deliver mail in the future will look very different," says NZ Post's ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/512679/significant-job-losses-planned-at-nz-post-as-mail-delivery-faces-changes
New Zealand to world: China attacked us, too!: Reveals 2021 incident that saw parliamentary agencies briefly probed
theregister.com/2024/03/26/new_zealand_china_attack/
Convenience never trumps the lives of children: From the University of Auckland: Slower speed saves kids' lives – it's as simple as that ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/03/19/convenience-never-trumps-the-lives-of-children/
Jasmin Paris first woman to complete gruelling Barkley Marathons race: A British runner has made history by becoming the first woman to finish one of the world's ...
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/512536/jasmin-paris-first-woman-to-complete-gruelling-barkley-marathons-race
Quick Glance: Jasmin Paris Wins Barkley Marathon
- Jasmin Paris became the first woman to complete the extreme Barkley Marathons, which requires runners to navigate 100 miles of rugged terrain in Tennessee in under 60 hours.
- Paris finished the race with one minute and 39 seconds to spare, making her one of only 20 people to complete the Barkley since it was extended to 100 miles in 1989.
- The final minutes of the race were intense, and Paris collapsed exhausted in front of a yellow gate marking the start and finish of the event.
- With cuts and scratches on her legs, Paris reached the race's end, giving it her all to get there before collapsing in exhaustion.
Ramadan in UAE: Standing by traffic lights, Dubai Police officers skip every iftar with family to serve drivers - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/ramadan/look-standing-by-traffic-lights-dubai-police-officers-skip-every-iftar-with-family-to-serve-driver
Quick Glance: Ramadan in Dubai: Police Officers Sacrifice Every Iftar with Family to Serve Drivers
- Two Dubai Police officers are seen standing at busy intersections during Ramadan, sacrificing their precious iftar time with family to serve the community.
- Capt Khaled Al Hashemi and Lt-Col Abdul Rahman Obaid Al Falasi hand out meal boxes to drivers once the traffic signal turns red.
- These officers not only ensure public safety during the iftar rush but also bring joy and comfort to individuals amidst their busy schedules.
- Participation in the 'Ramadan Without Accidents' initiative involves partnerships with charitable societies and the support of numerous volunteers to create a safer Ramadan for all.
Australia bumps NZ out of the top 10 happiest places: Australia has pushed New Zealand down a spot to become the 10th happiest country in the world ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/512526/australia-bumps-nz-out-of-the-top-10-happiest-places
New Zealand said it will dispatch defense personnel, helicopters and a naval ship to the Solomon Islands to assist in a national election due next month ...
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Māori portrait to return from UK after decades: The previous owners were unaware of the painting's importance, the auctioneer says.
rnz.co.nz/news/national/512675/maori-portrait-to-return-from-uk-after-decades
Australia News Today: China hacking, Labor support, climate policy: Good morning, it is Georgie here in Sydney. Here’s what you need to know today ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-03-25/australia-news-today-china-hacking-labor-support-climate-policy
Rogue digital billboard pokes fun at Waka Kotahi: A digital billboard poking fun at Waka Kotahi has appeared near an intersection in New Plymouth where its ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/512634/rogue-digital-billboard-pokes-fun-at-waka-kotahi
RBNZ Will Have Scope to Cut New Zealand Rate This Year, IMF Says: New Zealand will have scope to start cutting interest rates later this year as inflation ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-20/new-zealand-will-have-scope-to-cut-cash-rate-this-year-imf-says
Barbara Brotman: Snowbirding spares me the torturous trials of Chicago traffic: As a newbie snowbirder in southern Arizona, I have discovered an amazing ...
chicagotribune.com/2024/03/21/opinion-chicago-traffic-stress-snowbirding-arizona-open-road/
The New Zealand government said it will ban the sale of disposable e-cigarettes, increase fines on retailers that sell to those younger than 18 years old and ... Show more
Prominent columnist and environmentalist Rod Oram dies: Rod Oram, a treasured Newsroom colleague and leading business and climate commentator in NZ public life ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/03/20/prominent-columnist-and-environmentalist-rod-oram-dies/
New Zealand joins U.K. and U.S. in condemning China-linked hacks: SYDNEY -- New Zealand has joined the U.S. and the U.K. in accusing Chinese hackers of breaching ...
asia.nikkei.com/Politics/International-relations/New-Zealand-joins-U.K.-and-U.S.-in-condemning-China-linked-hacks
Consider the source not just the content: Opinion: We must be cautious about so-called expert advice – it's important to consider in whose interest it is ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/03/25/consider-the-source-not-just-the-content/
Dolphin expert questions independence of new SailGP decision-maker: All's not well beneath the surface of this weekend’s SailGP race in Whakaraupō/Lyttelton ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/03/19/dolphin-expert-questions-independence-of-new-sailgp-decision-maker/
Third-generation cowboy takes out national rodeo championship: Johnson Davis has been riding since he was a toddler and says he is "chuffed" to have the title - ...
rnz.co.nz/news/country/512922/third-generation-cowboy-takes-out-national-rodeo-championship
Low-cost posts for farms and no landfill charges for vineyards: A start-up in Marlborough is busy repurposing damaged vineyard posts, that were used to hold up ...
rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/countrylife/audio/2018931268/low-cost-posts-for-farms-and-no-landfill-charges-for-vineyards
Peter Gordon's Auckland restaurant Homeland to close: The top Kiwi chef is mulling the future of his restaurant and cooking school after the landlord did not ...
rnz.co.nz/news/business/512628/peter-gordon-s-auckland-restaurant-homeland-to-close
It looks so easy for the orangutans to escape Auckland Zoo. Why don’t they?: What’s stopping these great apes from jumping down, putting on a bow tie and ...
thespinoff.co.nz/society/23-03-2024/it-looks-so-easy-for-the-orangutans-to-escape-auckland-zoo-why-dont-they
SailGP readies for a woman at the helm: It won’t be long till a woman is behind the wheel in SailGP, as Liv Mackay helps steer the Black Foils to a major triumph ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/03/25/sail-gp-readies-for-a-woman-at-the-helm/
Art sale breathes life into the Gulf: The sale of a significant NZ art collection is now benefiting the health of the Hauraki Gulf and the wellbeing of ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/03/26/art-sale-breathes-life-into-the-gulf/
Bee Gee, the grandfather of Pacific rugby in New Zealand honoured in Hall of Fame
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/512912/bee-gee-the-grandfather-of-pacific-rugby-in-new-zealand-honoured-in-hall-of-fame
Easter weekend traffic building up on motorways: Aucklanders heading south are likely to face heavy traffic on the Southern Motorway from Manukau to Bombay.
rnz.co.nz/news/national/512974/easter-weekend-traffic-building-up-on-motorways
‘This is our beautiful castle’: the stunning new buildings expressing Māori pride
theguardian.com/artanddesign/2024/mar/25/this-is-our-beautiful-castle-the-stunning-new-buildings-expressing-maori-pride
Release of kiwi into Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki steps up: About 110 kiwi are due to be released in the next few months, boosting the existing population and ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/512860/release-of-kiwi-into-te-papa-kura-o-taranaki-steps-up
FamilyBoost scheme won’t help whānau at all, says kōhanga reo kaiako: By Daniel Perese of Whakaata Maori From July 1, mātua (parents) and kaitiaki (caregivers) ...
nzherald.co.nz/kahu/familyboost-scheme-wont-help-whanau-at-all-says-kohanga-reo-kaiako/63DR2JLIDRDHJO3RH4MAQX6UTA/
Two injured at Wellsford after serious two-vehicle crash, SH1 closed : Two people are reportedly injured after a serious two-vehicle crash on State Highway 1 ...
nzherald.co.nz/nz/two-injured-at-wellsford-after-serious-two-vehicle-crash-sh1-closed/THDGL6XHRNHPHKG55TR7H7SEGE/
New Zealand spy agency vows increased oversight after hosting foreign intelligence system
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'Didn't do it for reward': Delivery rider honoured by RTA recalls why he stopped to fix traffic light - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/didnt-do-it-for-reward-delivery-rider-honoured-by-rta-recalls-why-he-stopped-to-fix-traffic-ligh
Quick Glance: Delivery Rider Honoured by RTA for Heroic Intervention
- Zeeshan Ahmad was caught on camera addressing the broken traffic light.
- Zeeshan Ahmad, a Talabat delivery rider, was honored by Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) for his swift action and civic responsibility.
- Zeeshan was recognized for his prompt response and dedication to the community by fixing a dangerously hanging traffic light on Al Wasl Street.
- Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the RTA Board of Directors, commended Zeeshan Ahmad for his proactive support.
Watch: Auckland paddleboarder 'buzzing' over interaction with orca whales: Justin Serville was paddling off Castor Bay beach when two "playful" orcas came to say ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/512450/watch-auckland-paddleboarder-buzzing-over-interaction-with-orca-whales
13-year-old boy sole survivor of car crash that wiped out his family: A 13-year-old boy was the only survivor of a crash that killed his parents and his two ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-03-28-13-year-old-boy-sole-survivor-of-car-crash-that-wiped-out-his-family/
Rally under way in Auckland over TVNZ job cut plans: E tū union is holding the rally for journalists and supporters, who have been asked to wear the colour ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/512900/rally-under-way-in-auckland-over-tvnz-job-cut-plans
Labour leader Chris Hipkins delivers state of nation speech: "In the face of the havoc this government is wreaking, Labour must provide New Zealanders with hope ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/512545/labour-leader-chris-hipkins-delivers-state-of-nation-speech
Puffed out: Jobs axed as Kiwi cereal faves go: Sanitarium is proposing axing 49 jobs as it ceases production of a number of its cereals ...
odt.co.nz/business/puffed-out-jobs-axed-kiwi-cereal-faves-go
Horses going through McDonald’s drive-through in Hawke’s Bay given the softest of serves by management
nzherald.co.nz/hawkes-bay-today/news/horses-going-through-mcdonalds-drive-thru-in-hawkes-bay-given-the-softest-of-serves-by-management/GKIAJS7HTRHHXOJVKIUNCG6KGE/
New Zealand in technical recession after GDP shrinks 0.1%: WELLINGTON (Reuters) -- New Zealand's economy shrank slightly in the fourth quarter ...
asia.nikkei.com/Economy/New-Zealand-in-technical-recession-after-GDP-shrinks-0.1
A drink with Lucinda Light, the greatest MAFS participant of all time: A soul-to-soul with Married At First Sight's spiritual star, who doesn't own a ...
thespinoff.co.nz/pop-culture/25-03-2024/a-drink-with-lucinda-light-the-greatest-mafs-participant-of-all-time
How many journalism jobs are left in Aotearoa?: It's the one question on everyone’s lips, and we set out to answer it the old-fashioned way.
thespinoff.co.nz/video/18-03-2024/how-many-journalism-jobs-are-left-in-aotearoa
Watch: 4 horrific multi-vehicle crashes after car stops in the middle of UAE road - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/transport/watch-4-horrific-multi-vehicle-crash-after-car-stops-in-the-middle-of-uae-road
Quick Glance: Horrific Multi-Vehicle Crashes on UAE Road
- Abu Dhabi Police regularly share videos to showcase the dangers of violating traffic laws and resulting severe accidents.
- In a 45-second clip, four separate incidents were shown where drivers illegally stopped on the road, leading to horrific multi-car collisions.
- Surveillance footage showed other cars attempting to avoid collisions and change lanes but could not stop due to the high-speed limit on the highway and crashed into the vehicle or other passing cars.
- The Police emphasized that stopping in the middle of the road can incur fines, points, irreparable vehicle damage, and fatal consequences.
‘Easter is a time to remember . . . to remember, amid all the distractions of life’
rnz.co.nz/news/national/512959/easter-is-a-time-to-remember-to-remember-amid-all-the-distractions-of-life
Quick Glance: Traffic Chaos: Millions Head for Easter Breaks After Storm Nelson
- The Met Office has warned of injury risks and life-threatening dangers due to strong winds and high waves this Easter.
- Long queues are expected at Dover on Good Friday, with 2.6 million car journeys anticipated in the UK over this Easter weekend.
- Travel conditions for the long weekend got off to a rocky start as Storm Nelson arrived with gusts of up to 50 mph widely expected.
- Around 14.5 million Easter getaway trips are forecasted between Thursday and Easter Monday, with traffic disruption expected particularly on Thursday and Good Friday.
Shayne Carter: ‘Art has always been completely undervalued’: The musician says art is a life-saving necessity, rather than a frivolous sideline ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/512415/shayne-carter-art-has-always-been-completely-undervalued
Former Crusader defends under-pressure coach amid unprecedented losing streak: Chris Jack says placing the blame for the Crusaders' misfortunes solely at Rob ...
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/512983/former-crusader-defends-under-pressure-coach-amid-unprecedented-losing-streak
How NZ Rugby’s board plans to rearrange the way the game is governed: Explainer: The NZ Rugby board wants to hand over power to a new, independent group within ...
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/512853/how-nz-rugby-s-board-plans-to-rearrange-the-way-the-game-is-governed
NZ chef at French restaurant awarded Michelin star: Nick Honeyman says he bought a French restaurant "as an excuse to get to Europe in summer".
rnz.co.nz/news/national/512279/nz-chef-at-french-restaurant-awarded-michelin-star
Warriors women back in expanded NRLW: The Warriors will return to the NRLW in 2025 after a five-year absence.
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/512921/warriors-women-back-in-expanded-nrlw
UK to introduce bill to phase out smoking among young people: The British government will introduce a bill in parliament on Wednesday to fulfill its promise to ...
reuters.com/world/uk/uk-introduce-bill-phase-out-smoking-among-young-people-2024-03-20/
I tried 12 flavours of hot cross buns and don’t believe Jesus died for these sins
thespinoff.co.nz/kai/22-03-2024/i-tried-12-flavours-of-hot-cross-buns-and-dont-believe-jesus-died-for-these-sins
Audio Reveals How Police Quickly Closed the Bridge Ahead of Crash: Officers immediately moved to keep cars off a bridge in Baltimore after a mayday from the ship ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/27/us/baltimore-key-bridge-mayday-call-radio.html
Quick Glance: Wife of Baltimore bridge collapse survivor reveals workers' situation during tragedy
- The wife of a construction worker who survived the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse describes it as a miracle that he survived as he cannot swim.
- Julio Cervantes was one of eight construction workers on the bridge when the Dali cargo ship crashed into a support pillar, causing the bridge to collapse into the Patapsco River.
- Search teams successfully located two individuals in the Port of Baltimore related to the bridge collapse incident.
- President Joe Biden has committed to rebuilding the bridge promptly, with the National Transportation Safety Board conducting an investigation into the incident.
Help Me Hera: I’m surrounded by stingy flatmates and it’s driving me nuts: I live with five people I mostly love, but our different ideas about generosity are ...
thespinoff.co.nz/society/28-03-2024/help-me-hera-im-surrounded-by-stingy-flatmates-and-its-driving-me-nuts
Coach Rob Penney insists Crusaders still a Super Rugby force: Crusaders coach Rob Penney is adamant they can still defend their Super Rugby crown.
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/512891/coach-rob-penney-insists-crusaders-still-a-super-rugby-force
How many journalism jobs are left in Aotearoa?: It's the one question on everyone’s lips, and we set out to answer it the old-fashioned way.
thespinoff.co.nz/video/18-03-2024/how-many-journalism-jobs-are-left-in-aotearoa
Family group charged with stealing $16,000 worth of groceries: The trio took six trolleys worth of groceries without paying and were arrested while trying to ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/512709/family-group-charged-with-stealing-16-000-worth-of-groceries
Champion swimmer Hamish Giddens poised to leap into the world of dance: Rising ballet star and teen swimming sensation Hamish Giddens has mastered the art of ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/512654/champion-swimmer-hamish-giddens-poised-to-leap-into-the-world-of-dance
Major £78m overhaul of M6 junction 10 finally complete: A major road overhaul of M6 junction 10 is finally finished as the final temporary traffic measures in ...
expressandstar.com/news/local-hubs/wolverhampton/2024/03/28/major-78m-overhaul-of-m6-junction-10-finally-complete/
"It's about never asking people what's the matter with them, but rather what matters to them." - IronMāori triathlon enters new era.
rnz.co.nz/news/national/512414/it-s-about-never-asking-people-what-s-the-matter-with-them-but-rather-what-matters-to-them-ironmaori-triathlon-enters-new-era
Low and slow - how this barbecue cooking style is overtaking gas four-burners: In a new golden age of barbecuing, American-style low-and-slow has overtaken the ...
nzherald.co.nz/bay-of-plenty-times/news/low-and-slow-barbecuing-the-new-sport-to-overtake-nz/N4C6J57IAZHRFI7JLIYJYSKP3A/
Dozens of miniature horses readying for the Great Northern Gallop: Four-legged athletes will thunder down Ninety Mile Beach in what is being called "the biggest ...
rnz.co.nz/news/country/512939/dozens-of-miniature-horses-readying-for-the-great-northern-gallop
Father and son plead guilty to assault on fisherman at New Plymouth jetty : A fisherman had his gear thrown off a jetty and was beaten and held underwater after ...
nzherald.co.nz/nz/father-and-son-plead-guilty-to-assault-on-fisherman-at-new-plymouth-jetty/UC2TRDOOVBBIPIKFRJXNA4WQNY/
Auckland's new flying school takes to the skies: First Person - First Up's Leonard Powell takes a turn in the cockpit as a new flying school opens in Auckland .
rnz.co.nz/news/national/512791/auckland-s-new-flying-school-takes-to-the-skies
NRL: Warriors pick up first win of the season: After two close losses to start the season, the Warriors have picked up their first win ...
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/512468/nrl-warriors-pick-up-first-win-of-the-season
Fruits With the Most Protein: Yes, fruit has protein. Certain fruits can be a sweet way to add protein to your diet.
webmd.com/diet/ss/slideshow-fruits-with-most-protein
Fewer jobs advertised, applications rise for fifth consecutive month: The number of job ads in February fell 3 percent on the month before, with main centres ...
rnz.co.nz/news/business/512749/fewer-jobs-advertised-applications-rise-for-fifth-consecutive-month
Muscat expressway to have 12 lanes, set to become Oman’s widest road: Tender floated to ease traffic congestion with the expressway to have additional three ...
cdn-3.timesofoman.com/article/143487-muscat-expressway-to-have-12-lanes-set-to-become-omans-widest-road
Petition urging more support for Gaza tabled in House: A petition urging the government to provide urgent humanitarian assistance to the Palestinian people has ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/512935/petition-urging-more-support-for-gaza-tabled-in-house
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