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NZ ace Ravindra spins Sri Lanka out of T20 World Cup

Disciplined New Zealand have excelled with bat and ball to send co-hosts Sri Lanka spinning out of the T20 World Cup in Colombo.

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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor latest: Epstein blamed ‘Charles’ on day ex-duke left trade envoy role

On 21 July 2011 Epstein wrote wrote: ‘I assume he knows that this is Charles' doing’

Anger over plans to abolish New Zealand’s dedicated environment ministry

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Critics say proposal to fold department into a new ‘mega ministry’ will dilute accountability and put nature protections at risk

How Commonwealth nations hold the key to removing Andrew from the line of succession

The government’s move to exclude the disgraced former prince from the succession line will rely on 14 governments

New police powers to ‘move on’ rough sleepers only mask NZ’s deeper homelessness problem

The government’s plan to empower police to “issue move-on orders as a tool to deal with disorderly behaviour in public places” will effectively apply to people as young as 14 who are experiencing homelessness and who “obstruct” access to businesses, beg or sleep rough.

Bulletin world briefing: How Mexico killed cartel leader and virus kills 72 Thailand tigers

Here are five of the biggest stories from around the world today. How the Mexican army killed the country’s most wanted cartel leader Thailand investigating virus that killed 72 tigers at tourist parks New Zealand insurance firm sanctioned by UK over links to Russian oil IKEA selling out of orangutan…

Australia writes to Commonwealth realms backing Prince Andrew’s removal from line of succession

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Australia is formally backing moves to remove Prince Andrew from the royal line of succession, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese writing to King Charles III and other Commonwealth realms. New Zealand also indicated support for any UK decision following ongoing investigations into grave allegations. Despite this, Australia's republican debate remains…

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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor latest: Police issue update on Royal Lodge search after minister calls ex-duke ‘arrogant and entitled’

In a statement Thames Valley Police said their investigation is ‘ongoing’

New Zealand would back removal of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from royal line of succession, says PM

Country follows Australia in saying it would support any UK government proposals to remove former prince after arrest

New Zealand joins Australia in backing Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's removal from line of succession

Spokesman for PM Christopher Luxon: ‘If the UK Government proposes to remove Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the order of succession, New Zealand would support it’

Evening Standard

New Zealand says it would back removal of Andrew from line of succession

The Liberal Democrats will seek to force the public release of files relating to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s appointment as a trade envoy

World’s only flightless parrot could be saved from extinction after unusual mating boom

New Zealand conservationists have been fighting for years to save the kakapo parrot from disappearing

Delving into ‘deep time’: what NZ’s ancient past reveals about its present

We know Aotearoa New Zealand is home to many geographically and biologically special features. Yet few of us know it also has its very own measure of “deep time”.

Ancient Animal Breeds That Survived Thousands of Year

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Cassowaries

A powerful cassowary in the dense tropical rainforest, known as one of the world’s largest and most dangerous birds.

Judging by its giant, claw-like feet alone, it’s easy to see why people think this giant bird is directly descended from dinosaurs such as velociraptors. They are the third largest…

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Online seller uses AI to hype results as sales boom

Shares in an Australian online retailer have spiked on strong first-half sales growth, but its trading update for January has undershot analysts' expectations.

The work women do has changed. The case for pay equity in NZ hasn’t

Pay equity is back in the spotlight in New Zealand, with an unofficial “people’s select committee” about to report on last year’s legislative changes that overhauled the process and cancelled existing claims.

Satellite imaging is now vital for disaster management. But there are dangerous gaps in our systems

The extreme weather events and resulting destruction that have hit New Zealand this summer are not only signs of a changing climate. They also highlight the now indispensable role of remote sensing satellite technology.

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Beyond Survival: Quantifying Joy In The Animal Kingdom

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An alert and curious cat explores its surroundings engaged behavior that scientists often interpret as a positive cognitive and emotional state.

There is increasing public concern for the treatment of captive and domesticated animals, including laboratory, farm, work, zoo, companion and managed wild animals. Western societies now call for…

The Guardian - US

US man on ‘Dying to Serve’ tour dies after cancer fundraising hoax accusations

Doug Ruch died in New Zealand in December after article called him a ‘conman’ but cause of death remains unknown

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How to watch Super Rugby Pacific 2026: Free Streams, TV Info, Preview for rugby union season

All the ways to watch Super Rugby Pacific 2026 live streams from anywhere, with the Crusaders bidding to lift the title for a 14th time.

The Guardian - UK

World T20 Super 8s guide: India still team to beat but Curran can inspire England

Power-hitting co-hosts are hot favourites despite playing in strongest group, while Sri Lanka and New Zealand will fancy chance of making final

New Zealand bug of the year: moth named Avatar after mining threat crowned winner

Arctesthes avatar moth, which won nearly half of the votes, was discovered in 2012 and is critically endangered

Cycling News

'Talent pool is deep' on wildcard roster revealed for 2026 Life Time Grand Prix which includes former champion Haley Smith and Dutch veteran Piotr Havik

'It's a chance for a genuine contender to shake up the standings' says Cameron Jones, who earned entry to off-road series through wildcard process and won it all