Narendar Modi
Glad to meet Russia’s First Deputy PM Denis Manturov today. Happy to see that teams on both sides are working together to implement decisions taken during my recent visits and meetings with President Putin to further strengthen India-Russia Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership.
Indo-Fijians 'struggling for identity' in Aotearoa voice concerns about ethnicity classification
iji's Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says that as far as Fiji is concerned, Fijians of Indian descent are Fijian. While Fiji is part of the Pacific, Indo-Fijians are not classified as Pacific peoples in New Zealand; instead, they are listed under Indian and Asian on the Stats NZ website. "The 'Fijian Indian' ethnic group is currently classified under 'Asian,' in the subcategory 'Indian', along with other diasporic Indian ethnic groups," Stats NZ told RNZ Pacific. "This has been the case s ...
Puerto Ricans fired up to punish Trump at the ballot box
DeJesus said many Puerto Ricans living in the US are Catholic, and in the past have tended to vote for socially conservative candidates who want stricter laws on things like abortion. But she says it is different this time.
Dawson's Creek Heartthrob Reveals Secret Health Battle at 47
James Van Der Beek, beloved star of Dawson's Creek, announces he's battling colorectal cancer. The 47-year-old actor, while staying optimistic, has been privately managing his diagnosis with family support. Currently appearing in Walker and upcoming Tubi film, the father of six continues working while undergoing treatment.
Cricket rivalry Explodes: Kohli vs. Smith in Ultimate Test Cricket Showdown! 🏏
The upcoming Border Gavaskar Trophy between cricket powerhouses India and Australia kicks off this summer in Australia. The five-Test series features India defending their title, with stars like Virat Kohli and Steve Smith headlining. The contest is crucial for both teams' World Test Championship hopes, with matches scheduled at iconic venues including the Perth Stadium and MCG.
Climate Crisis Alert: NZ Expert's Dire Warning About Trump's Potential Win! 🌍
Auckland University senior lecturer Dr Maria Armoudian warns of dramatic differences in climate policy if Trump wins the US presidency. While Harris would maintain current environmental protections and science-based decisions, Trump's unpredictable leadership style and climate change denial could disrupt international alliances. However, impacts on NZ trade and tourism might be minimal under either candidate.
Trump vs Harris: Kiwis in America Reveal Election Day Jitters!
New Zealanders living across the US share their pre-election observations from various states. From Los Angeles to New York, they report a mix of anxiety and uncertainty. While blue states show strong Harris support, swing states remain divided. Most describe a tense atmosphere, with early voting popular and many expressing concerns about post-election aftermath, regardless of the winner.
Tragic Night in Glen Eden: Woman Stabbed to Death, Family Member Charged
A 33-year-old man has been charged with murder after a woman was fatally stabbed at a Glen Eden home in West Auckland. Neighbors reported hearing a heated argument and screams before police arrived. Despite rushed aid, she later died in the hospital. Police are investigating, and the suspect appears in court today.
Impact of Sexual Assault and Justice Delivered in Tauranga Court
A woman described the severe impact of a sexual assault by a 45-year-old man, who attacked her while she was sleeping after a work event. She detailed the physical and emotional toll on her life and family, with scars as reminders. The man, sentenced to six years and three months in prison, expressed remorse, paying $2500 for emotional harm.
Black Caps’ Historic Series Clean Sweep in India
The New Zealand Black Caps made history by sweeping a 3-0 test series against India in India—a feat never achieved by any other team in a multi-test series on Indian soil. Without star player Kane Williamson, Tom Latham led the team to victory, earning praise from global cricket circles and marking a monumental accomplishment in New Zealand’s cricket history
‘Traumatic’: Driver tells of chaotic scene after double fatal crash
An overseas driver and a back seat passenger died after two vehicles collided near Queenstown. Multiple patients remain in hospital a day later. One of the first people to arrive on the scene described it as “traumatic”.
Scientists prepare for the most ambitious sky survey yet, anticipating new insight on dark matter and dark energy
On a mountain in northern Chile, scientists are carefully assembling the intricate components of the NSF–DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory, one of the most advanced astronomical facilities in history. Equipped with an innovative telescope and the world's largest digital camera, the observatory will soon begin the Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST).
News consumers are more influenced by political alignment than by truth, study shows
For many years, the conventional wisdom was that only highly biased, less educated media consumers would put partisanship over truth—in other words, they would believe news that confirmed their worldview, regardless of whether it was true.
Black hole study challenges Kerr solution assumptions
Black holes continue to captivate scientists: they are purely gravitational objects, remarkably simple, yet capable of hiding mysteries that challenge our understanding of natural laws. Most observations thus far have focused on their external characteristics and surrounding environment, leaving their internal nature largely unexplored.