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What 'continuous vetting' means for Kiwis in the US
Explainer - If you're thinking about going over to the United States as more than a tourist, be ready for an ever-changing reality.

How brain rot may cripple us very soon
Recent data seems to indicate that our brains are at risk of atrophy through a lack of exercise. Blame technology and changing habits for that.

Samoa dengue cases reach nearly 11,000, but cases drop compared to previous week
The country's Health Ministry said cases for the week of 18-24 August had dropped by 19 percent compared to the previous week.

Nvidia forecasts third-quarter revenue above estimates
The chipmaker said there was robust demand for its artificial intelligence chips from cloud providers expanding infrastructure to power generative AI technology.

Painting looted by Nazis has vanished again, say Argentine police
Prosecutor says painting no longer at Buenos Aires home featured in estate agent's advert.

'They beat me, humiliated me': Ex-hostage describes traumatic captivity in Gaza

Israel demands retraction of UN-backed monitor report on Gaza famine

New Zealand woman allegedly murdered by conspiracy theorist podcaster in Perth
Tobias Nuttall, 32, is accused of stabbing his New Zealand-born partner Ali Lauren, 30, to death.

The Asian candidates vying for a seat on regional councils
Four candidates of Asian heritage want to have a say in managing natural resources, biodiversity, biosecurity, regional transport and resilience for climate change.

‘Item of concern’ that sparked police shutdown in central Wellington was a beeping smoke alarm
Police confirmed to Stuff on Thursday that the item turned out to be a beeping smoke alarm that someone had thrown into a public rubbish bin.

Splore Festival to return in 2026 after one-year hiatus
After taking a year off to revitalise and refresh, New Zealand’s longest-running festival is returning.

Analysis: The truth about the All Blacks’ discipline issues
Analysis: Six yellow cards in five tests doesn't look great, but there's more to it, explains Jamie Wall.

Wellington brew bar Fortune Favours closing, blames cost of living crisis
Fortune Favours has announced it will shut its doors for good on Sunday.

Air New Zealand's profit falls amid rising costs and engine maintenance
The airline reported a profit of $126m for the year ended June compared with $146m a year earlier.

French Minister for Overseas pushing ahead with Bougival Agreement despite FLNKS snub
FLNKS recently warned against any attempt to "force" an agreement they are not part of, raising concerns about possible unrest similar to the riots that broke out in May 2024.

Packed pub watches The Chase fan's posthumous win
Tim McCarthy died in July a month before the TV quiz episode he featured in was broadcast.

ADL: Minneapolis school shooter’s gun featured antisemitic, anti-Israel writings

Chris Hayes: News outlets depend on local journalists in Gaza. An Israeli strike just killed 5 of them.

Zamir delays Oct. 7 follow-up report after fight with PM over Gaza War, appointments

Average time to save a house deposit down to 10 years
House prices have returned to a more affordable level - but they're still not exactly cheap, data firm Cotality says.

Asian candidates for Hamilton City Council align on spending cuts
Four Asian candidates have thrown their hats into the ring for a seat in the local body elections.

‘Leadership looks white’: Asians struggling to land senior roles
Just 3.3 percent of senior leaders in the public sector claim Asian heritage, according to latest figures compiled by the Public Service Commission.

Thick ‘line of fog' blankets Central Auckland
Those commuting to or living in Auckland CBD would have noticed thick fog on Thursday morning.