The world’s economy is in the hands of powerful ‘morons’ – Editorial

SummarySeveral containers exploded at Shahid Rajaee port in Iran, leading to a significant blast and fire, with at least 47 people injured. The explosion occurred in a section of the dock at the country’s largest commercial port in Hormozgan province, prompting rapid response teams to be dispatched to the scene for firefighting efforts. Authorities are actively evacuating and transporting the injured to nearby medical centers for treatment. Full Article

A crash has led to the closure of a busy on-ramp to the Northern Motorway in Auckland. The incident involved a single vehicle that went off the road, with police reporting that the driver suffered a medical event and is currently in critical condition at the hospital. The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) has confirmed that the State Highway 1 Tristram Ave northbound on-ramp is closed due to this crash. Full Article

SummarySevere thunderstorm and heavy rain alerts are in effect for the top of New Zealand's North Island as moist tropical air poses a flooding threat for the second consecutive weekend. Northland is under a severe thunderstorm watch from 10pm today until 1pm Sunday, with potential thunderstorms extending to Auckland, Coromandel Peninsula, Bay of Plenty, and Gisborne. Heavy rain is expected to continue for 28 hours, particularly north of Kaikohe, increasing the risk of flash flooding...

A diver is recovering in Southland Hospital after being bitten by what he and his dive buddy described as a great white shark in Tamatea Dusky Sound on Thursday. The incident resulted in moderate injuries to the man's calf. According to Maria Kuster, co-owner of Pure Salt Charters, the man is "recovering really well" and is hopeful to return home soon, though he has chosen not to be identified or speak to the media. Full...

In fictional tales and documentaries, directors approached him as a screen character who was both admired and controversial.The film Conclave sparked reflections on Pope Francis, who recently passed away. The character of a reform-minded Mexican archbishop in the film mirrors Francis’s advocacy for marginalized groups, environmental care, and LGBTQ+ rights, which garnered both admiration and controversy during his papacy. Francis, the first Latin American pope, leaves behind a legacy of progressive teachings that challenged traditional...

Jenny-May Clarkson, host of TVNZ's Breakfast, has penned her autobiography Full Circle, reflecting on her journey as a former police officer and athlete who represented New Zealand in two sports. During an interview, she shares emotional insights regarding her father and her twin boys, revealing her struggles with self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and panic attacks that emerged after her successful career as a Silver Fern and touch rugby representative. The book, written with Kimberley Davis, explores...